JOB LAYOFFS

Oct 18 2025BUSINESS

Turning Layoffs into Leaps: A Story of Resilience and Creativity

In the world of tech, job cuts are becoming as common as coffee breaks. For one Toronto resident, a sudden layoff from LinkedIn became the unexpected push he needed to chase a long-held dream. At 47, this former customer success manager found himself out of a job in May, with a severance package, unemployment benefits, and a supportive spouse to fall back on. The wr...

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May 23 2025BUSINESS

Government Spending Cuts Force Big Layoffs at Major Consulting Firm

A large consulting firm, Booz Allen Hamilton, is feeling the heat from President Trump's spending cuts. The company has announced it will be letting go of about 2, 500 employees. This news comes after the firm revealed that its profits for the year would be lower than expected. The cuts are part of a broader government review aimed at saving taxpayer dollars by cance...

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Mar 29 2025POLITICS

Health in Peril: The Looming Privatization of US Public Health Services

The US Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is facing a significant overhaul. 20, 000 jobs are on the chopping block, which is nearly a quarter of its workforce. This move has sparked concerns from health experts and politicians alike. They worry that this shift could lead to a private sector takeover of essential health services. The HHS is a massive g...

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Sep 13 2024BUSINESS

Xbox's Bittersweet Restructuring: 650 Jobs Cut, but No Games Cancelled

As the gaming industry continues to evolve, Xbox has made the difficult decision to eliminate approximately 650 roles across Microsoft Gaming, mainly in corporate and supporting functions. This move aims to realign the company's post-acquisition team structure and manage its business for long-term success. While this news may be unsettling for those affected, it's es...

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