Laid Off During COVID, Dad Wants to Work at Costco: 'I told Twitter about it-cue social media explosion'
Rebecca Mix told the internet her dad was looking for a job at Costco after being laid off by COVID-19. Cue a social media explosion.
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Iceland Trots Out Service That Lets Horses Reply to Work Emails While You're On Vacation
Iceland has trotted out a service that lets horses reply to work emails when you're on holiday. It's part of a new Visit Iceland campaign.
'Summer Fridays' Are the Key to Feeling Happier at Work
59% of 2,000 working adults say their jobs offer opportunities for short days, or a day off, occasionally on Fridays during summer.
Constructive Feedback Is Surprisingly Welcome - So 'Just do it'
Constructive feedback is surprisingly welcome: 'Just do it', according to new research with the American Psychological Association.
Guess Who's Curating New Exhibit at Baltimore Museum of Art? Their Staff of Security Guards
17 Guards spent a year learning to curate an exhibition for the Baltimore Art Museum, turning countless hours of work into unique perspective
Jobs in US Green Economy Grew to 6% of Total Employment -And Will Grow at 16x Normal Job Creation Rate
The number is expected to rise from 9 million to 24 million in just 10 years, advancing at a rate 16-times higher than the national average.
Top Skills American Teens Want to Learn and Do After School
Seven in 10 said it's important to have a job immediately after graduating, while others consider higher education more polarizing.
Artist Makes Incredible Doll Houses of Miniature Film Sets From Harry Potter, Friends, and Jurassic Park
Artist Bridget McCarty makes models of film sets such as for Harry Potter and Friends, and they're so popular the designs are now a career for her.
Get Your US Taxes Filed Digitally for Free Using These Websites
Every year, tens of millions of Americans will be encountering at least some confusion filing taxes, these free services free you to relax
Become a Wildlife Ranger on Idyllic Island Off Scotland Coast With Free Cottage to Live in
A wildlife ranger is being sought for a tiny, idyllic Scottish island – and yes, a cottage to live in is included as part of the deal.
Blind Man Hears, Feels his Way to Mechanic Degree
A blind New Mexico man, Clifford Alderson, 48, graduated from the New Mexico State University-Dona Ana Community College program, earning his degree by listening and learning to feel his way around the vehicle.
New Crop of MacArthur Fellows Get Half Million Each to Expand on Their Genius
23 people heard recently that they had been chosen to receive $500,000 each to fund their work, with no strings attached. Known as genius grants, the MacArthur Fellowships, given annually, are meant to provide recipients with the freedom to pursue creative activities and ambitious projects unburdened by financial concerns.
81-year-old Model Shines on Catwalk at NY Fashion Week
Carmen Dell'Orefice has spent her life in front of the lens since gracing the cover of Vogue magazine in 1947, and as the world's first octogenarian model, she is still turning heads, most recently on the catwalk for Norisol Ferrari during New York Fashion Week on Monday.
Cop Logs Zero Complaints in 20 Years
By the very nature of their business, every Los Angeles traffic cop can expect to get at least a few complaints every year -- especially from people who are just angry about getting caught speeding. Which is why the police chief was stunned when he discovered that during the last 20 years -- through the last 25,000 traffic stops -- Sheriff's Deputy Elton Simmons has not had one complaint filed against him. Not one. CBS tagged along on his rounds to figure out how he does it.
Walmart and Aspen Institute Announce $5.5 Mil Grant to Pave Career Pathways for Retail Workers
The Walmart Foundation and the Aspen Institute last week unveiled a $5.5 million grant to help retail workers advance.
Man Quits Day Job to Soothe Dementia Patients With Nostalgic Barber Shop Experience
He even sets up a little glowing barber pole and a jukebox so the patients can listen to the music their heard when they were younger.
15 Quick Tips for Introverts Who Need to Network
From introducing yourself near the buffet table, to seeking out connections before an event – these tips are scientifically proven to help introverts maneuver the difficulties of networking.
67% of People Dream of Telling Their Boss 'I Quit' - But It's Not Because They Hate Their Job
Most people look forward to quitting their jobs, but it's because they are actually looking forward to something exciting, rather than escaping reality.
They Disguised Themselves As Boys in Order to Pay the Bills, Now 'Barbershop Girls' of India Given Scholarships
These girls have been defying gender stereotypes for years - a famous company has rewarded them for their hard work with a free education.
Photo of Multitasking Mom At Work Drums Up Support for Other Working Mothers
This powerhouse of a mom has become a prime example of how women can juggle parenting with work if given the chance by their employer.
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