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Jun 11 2025BUSINESS

Tech Giant Offers Exit Packages to Staff

A well-known tech firm has rolled out buyout offers to employees in various departments. This move is part of a broader cost-cutting strategy. The company has not disclosed the exact number of workers affected. However, reports indicate that teams involved in search, advertising, research, and engineering have received these offers. This is not the first time the...

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May 30 2025BUSINESS

Flexible Workspaces: A New Hub in Monmouth County

In the heart of Tinton Falls, a fresh coworking space has popped up, ready to shake things up for remote workers, freelancers, and small business owners. This place, called Zenith Workspaces, is all about giving people the freedom to work on their own terms. No long-term commitments or sneaky fees here. The spot is on Apple Street, and it's designed to be a breath o...

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Mar 22 2025TECHNOLOGY

Work Smarter, Not Harder: Top Tech Tools for Multitasking Mastery

The struggle is real when it comes to multitasking at work. It is easy to get overwhelmed. It is easy to get lost in the endless cycle of switching between emails, video calls, and spreadsheets. It can feel like a never ending battle. The good news is that the right tech gadgets can turn this chaos into a well-oiled machine. They can make multitasking feel like ...

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Mar 22 2025POLITICS

Returning to the Office: The Unseen Challenges for Federal Workers

In early 2021, federal employees were asked to return to their offices after working from home due to the COVID-19 pandemic. This move was part of a broader directive from the then President of the United States. It was not a smooth transition. Many federal workers found themselves in less than ideal conditions. At the National Aeronautics and Space Administration...

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Mar 20 2025TECHNOLOGY

Double Your Screen, Double Your Fun

Let's talk about productivity. Ever felt like your laptop screen is just too small for all the tasks you need to handle? You're not alone. Many people struggle with juggling multiple windows and tabs on a single screen. That's where a portable second monitor comes in handy. One such device is the Duex Plus DS from Mobile Pixels. It's a 13. 3-inch screen that can be y...

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Mar 11 2025TECHNOLOGY

Microsoft Teams: Beyond the Basics

Microsoft Teams is a powerful tool for communication and collaboration. It is part of the Microsoft 365 suite, unlike Skype for Business, which can be used on its own or with other systems. During the pandemic, Teams saw a huge increase in users. This is because many people had to work from home and needed a way to communicate and share information virtually. Teams a...

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Feb 25 2025POLITICS

Back to the Grind: Federal Workers Return to Offices

Federal employees across the country are heading back to their offices. This is a big change for many who have been working from home since the COVID-19 pandemic. President Trump has made it clear that he wants federal workers back in their offices. Elon Musk, who is leading the charge for President Trump's Department of Government Efficiency, has issued a stern war...

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Feb 16 2025BUSINESS

When a Techie Challenged the Big Boss

In a bold move, a tech worker at a major bank made waves during a company-wide meeting. Nicolas Welch, a tech analyst, sat front row at a town hall in Columbus, Ohio. He asked a simple question. "Why not let team managers decide if their teams need to be in the office? " Welch works with a team spread across four time zones. He believed being in an office didn't matt...

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Jan 24 2025POLITICS

Feds Rushed to Return to Office: Trump’s Mandate Unpacked

The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) has given federal agencies a tight deadline to comply with President Trump’s order to return to the office. Agencies must revise their telework policies by the end of Friday and aim to be fully compliant within 30 days. This directive is a shift from the previous administration's push for a hybrid workforce. Confusion initial...

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Jan 20 2025TECHNOLOGY

The Flexible and Bright HKMLC Digital Whiteboards: A Modern Workspace Wonder

Ever wondered how to make your meetings more engaging and your projects more collaborative? HKMLC has found a solution with their Explorer series of digital whiteboards. These boards are like superheroes for your office, combining multiple devices into one sleek package. Whether you're a small team or a big company, there's an option that fits your needs. What makes...

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