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Americas News

Everyone's focused on AI — but it's aging Americans who are quietly rewiring the job market
Business

Everyone's focused on AI — but it's aging Americans who are quietly rewiring the job market

There's a lot of emphasis on what AI means for the job market. Aging Americans are already having a larger effect.

Madison Hoff · 26 Apr, 2026
Amazon sellers say they're fed up with policy and fee changes: 'It's like death by a thousand cuts'
Business

Amazon sellers say they're fed up with policy and fee changes: 'It's like death by a thousand cuts'

One seller says avoiding Amazon fees is like navigating a fast car down a narrow lane. "There is almost no room for error."

Kathleen Elkins · 26 Apr, 2026
I drive for a ride-hailing cooperative for extra cash instead of Uber or Lyft
Business

I drive for a ride-hailing cooperative for extra cash instead of Uber or Lyft

Daniel Mondragon works for a ride-hailing cooperative in Colorado. The driver-owned service helps him make money as he starts his own nonprofit.

Alex Bitter · 26 Apr, 2026
In pictures: Before and after the 2026 White House Correspondents’ Dinner shooting
World

In pictures: Before and after the 2026 White House Correspondents’ Dinner shooting

From arrivals to evacuation, see photos from the 2026 White House Correspondents’ Dinner after a shooting halted the night.

Billy Herzog · 26 Apr, 2026
Dad of illegal immigrant DUI victim issues warning to Americans over lax driver's license laws
World

Dad of illegal immigrant DUI victim issues warning to Americans over lax driver's license laws

Joe Abraham warns Americans after his daughter was killed by an illegal immigrant drunken driver, urging stricter driver's license laws and proper vetting.

Judy Kozey · 26 Apr, 2026
I paid my customers back for tariffs. My business has been on the phone with Customs trying to get our refund.
Business

I paid my customers back for tariffs. My business has been on the phone with Customs trying to get our refund.

Dame cofounder Alexandra Fine describes how she repaid customers for the Trump tariff surcharge and is seeking a refund for her business.

Dominick Reuter · 26 Apr, 2026
Buying an apartment seemed my best option. Visiting a tiny home village showed me another way to live.
Business

Buying an apartment seemed my best option. Visiting a tiny home village showed me another way to live.

A zillennial who spent 30% of his income on his mortgage felt lucky. Minitopia's tiny home village gave him a new perspective on homeownership.

Joshua Nelken-Zitser · 26 Apr, 2026
A billionaire NBA team owner is replacing cushy courtside life with a hardcore business grindset
Business

A billionaire NBA team owner is replacing cushy courtside life with a hardcore business grindset

The NBA is known for its perks. New Portland Trail Blazers owner and businessman Tom Dundon is testing how many he can cut.

Brent D. Griffiths · 26 Apr, 2026
I quit my tech job because I worried that AI was going to eventually replace me
Business

I quit my tech job because I worried that AI was going to eventually replace me

A data analyst quit their tech job over concerns that AI would replace them and about disillusionment with the industry in general.

Tim Paradis · 26 Apr, 2026
I took a paid apprenticeship instead of going to college. I'll make six figures within 5 years — the stability I feel is incredible.
Business

I took a paid apprenticeship instead of going to college. I'll make six figures within 5 years — the stability I feel is incredible.

At 18, he chose a trade over college, earns nearly $60,000, and is working toward a six-figure career without student debt and AI fears.

Agnes Applegate · 26 Apr, 2026
I thought I'd retire from Intel. Then I got laid off in my 60s — and I'm still struggling to find a job.
Business

I thought I'd retire from Intel. Then I got laid off in my 60s — and I'm still struggling to find a job.

A former Intel technician in his 60s shares how a layoff upended his retirement plans and left him job hunting for healthcare and stability.

Jacob Zinkula · 26 Apr, 2026
California DOGE leader slams Newsom, Bonta over state’s massive fraud issues: “Every day is opposite day"
World

California DOGE leader slams Newsom, Bonta over state’s massive fraud issues: “Every day is opposite day"

CAL DOGE director Jenny Rae Le Roux slams Gov. Newsom and AG Bonta, alleging they failed to crack down on widespread fraud across California programs.

Kendra Mann · 26 Apr, 2026