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Massive Layoffs: 2025’s Job Shockers

2025 was brutal for job cuts—over 1.1 million people lost work, the worst since COVID. UPS slashed 48,000 jobs, Amazon let go of 14,000 (with up to 30,000 more at risk), and Intel axed 24,000 globally. Why? Too much hiring during the pandemic, automation, and companies scrambling to stay profitable. Experts say 2026 might finally bring some stability. Fingers crossed for fewer pink slips next year! #Health #BodyHealth #layoffs

Amazon announces biggest ever layoffs at its European headquarters; these employees affected the most #Layoffs #AmazonLayoffs #AmazonNews #TechLayoffs #AmazonJobs #europe

Layoffs Are Back—And They're Big

Layoff announcements in the U.S. just hit 1.17 million for 2025—the highest since the pandemic. October alone saw a massive spike, with over 153,000 jobs cut, making it the worst October in 20+ years. Even though November slowed down a bit, the trend is clear: companies are getting cautious as the economy cools. Official job stats are delayed, so everyone’s watching to see if this is just the beginning. Anyone else feeling déjà vu from 2020? #Health #BodyHealth #layoffs

Midlife Career Plot Twist: Back to School!

Career curveball alert: tons of 40-somethings are heading back to grad school after a wave of layoffs. With job openings flat and AI skills now a must, experience alone isn’t cutting it. People are dropping big bucks on degrees in hot fields like cybersecurity and healthcare, hoping for a payoff—but not all programs are worth it. The new rule? Only go back if it’s strategic and targeted. More school doesn’t always mean more money! #Education #CareerChange #Layoffs

Texas workers face tough holiday layoffs

Holiday cheer is feeling thin for hundreds of Texas workers as mass layoffs sweep through Houston, Dallas, and beyond. Over 500 people—factory staff, hotel workers, restaurant teams—are losing jobs right as the season hits its peak. Companies like S&S Activewear, Yang Ming Corporation, and even hospitality giants are shutting down facilities or closing doors for good. It’s a blow to families and local communities, especially with manufacturing and hospitality jobs disappearing so fast. How are folks in your area coping with these sudden changes? What should Texas do to support workers caught in the middle? #Safety #TexasJobs #Layoffs

Job Cuts Just Spiked—What’s Going On?

The chill in the job market is real: US companies announced a jaw-dropping 153,000 layoffs in October—a massive 183% jump from the month before. After months of “no hire, no fire” vibes, execs are finally hitting the reset button, blaming cost pressures, AI, and slower growth. Tech and warehousing are getting hit hardest. If you thought your job was safe, it might be time to brush up that resume. Is this the new normal? #JobCareer #layoffs #jobmarket

Are Layoffs Brewing? What to Watch in 2024

Here’s a heads-up for your wallet: Top economist Mark Zandi says more Americans are living paycheck to paycheck, and if layoffs pick up, we could be headed for a jobs recession. Small businesses are already trimming staff, while big companies are holding steady. If you’re in a vulnerable job, now’s the time to save a little extra and avoid big splurges—just in case the job market gets chillier. #Business #MoneyTips #Layoffs

Laid Off for 45 Days: How I Learned to Accept Free Food with Dignity.

I used to be a tech engineer; now I count pennies for gas. My biggest fear is running into someone I know. That’s why I love the "Drive-thru" filter on Food Radar. No getting out, no small talk. Pop the trunk, volunteers load it up, close it, and I'm gone. It preserves my last bit of dignity. #Layoffs #TechIndustry #Unemployment #MentalHealth

Layoffs Hit 1.1 Million—What’s Going On?

Layoffs are back in a big way—over 1.1 million job cuts have been announced by U.S. employers this year, the most since the pandemic! November alone saw a spike, with big names like Verizon and tech companies leading the charge. Restructuring and AI are driving a lot of these cuts. Even small businesses are feeling the pinch. With the job market looking shaky, everyone’s watching to see if the Fed will step in with a rate cut soon. #Health #BodyHealth #Layoffs

Job Cuts Just Hit 1.1 Million—Whoa

Layoffs are back in a big way—over 1.1 million jobs cut this year, the most since the pandemic days. November’s numbers dipped a bit, but still hit a record high for the month, thanks to big cuts at Verizon and in tech. Restructuring and AI are major reasons, and small businesses are feeling the pinch too. With the Fed possibly cutting rates soon, the job market is definitely getting weird. Anyone else feeling déjà vu from 2020? #JobCareer #layoffs #jobmarket