Author: Carissa

Working in the restaurant industry is anything but easy. Good service can be hard to come by, which is why one server was stunned to learn that she had been fired from her job for simply attending her grandfather’s funeral. The anonymous woman, who described herself as a “great waitress,” took to Reddit to voice her frustrations about her boss’ lack of compassion during her time of grief. The Server Took Her Job Seriously Source: Wikimedia Commons In a post made to the r/ServerLife subreddit, the woman explained in a post how she was an exemplary employee before being unexpectedly…

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A theft ring based out of South Florida has been put to a stop after managing to steal a whopping $20 million worth of merchandise. Fourteen people have been charged with orchestrating the elaborate scheme. Officials from the Miami-Dade Police Department had been investigating the theft ring for nine months before finally closing in on the thieves known as “boosters,” or people who steal retail items for the purpose of reselling them. What Is a Retail Theft Ring? Source: Spencer Platt/Getty Images A retail theft ring is when a group of people conspire together to steal a high volume of…

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Artificial intelligence has come a long way in recent years. In fact, some are rightfully concerned that AI will be able to accomplish their job responsibilities more efficiently than they can. AI models, such as ChatGPT, have already taken over in a number of fields. Even financial experts on Wall Street were starting to worry about job security. While ChatGPT is a useful tool, Wall Street analysts have no need to worry – yet. ChatGPT wouldn’t be able to pass the financial analyst exam that all qualified professionals have to ace. Could ChatGPT Overtake the Finance Industry? Source: Wikimedia Commons…

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America’s economy has been in a downward spiral for some time now. While the nation is still recovering from the pandemic, inflation has reached unprecedented new highs. Just the cost of going to the grocery store is nearly enough to break the bank these days, and experts have warned that things are about to get a lot worse. Wall Street expert Harley Bassman has predicted that the US economy headed for disaster as the country will almost certainly enter a recession next year. Defining ‘Recession’ and Its Impact Source: Justin Sullivan/Getty Images A recession is a dreaded downturn in a…

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Target is one of the largest retail chains in the US, with more than 1,948 stores nationwide. While people frequently flock there to shop for groceries, clothing, knickknacks, essential household items, and more, the popular brand has recently upset its loyal customer base. Target shoppers are frustrated with the store’s new policy to limit the number of items you are able to ring up at the self-checkout kiosks. Many stores have already begun implementing the new restriction by limiting self-checkouts to patrons purchasing only 10 items or less. Self-Checkouts Now Being Reserved for Shoppers With Few Items Source: Wikimedia Commons…

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New York Attorney General Letitia James has had enough of Donald Trump, his two eldest sons, and his entire legal team. James has grown tired of Trump’s team making continued failed arguments in court papers. So, she has come up with a solution to stop Trump from “wasting everyone’s time” with “frivolous” arguments. According to New York officials, James requested that a Manhattan judge issue a fine to Trump, his sons, and his lawyers in the amount of $10,000 each. Letitia James is looking to penalize former President Donald Trump and his allies by imposing a $10,000 fine to compensate…

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According to financial guru Robert Kiyosaki, “America is broke.” The esteemed entrepreneur, financial author, and investor is a credible expert in the field of finance. When it comes to fiscal matters, he believes that America is in big trouble. Kiyosaki recently listed a number of reasons why the country is in debt and suggested helpful ways for Americans to protect themselves against a mounting financial crisis. America’s Financial Situation Is Worse Than it Seems Source: Chung Sung-Jun/Getty Images With the U.S. stock market performing well this year, it’s easy to assume that America is in good financial standing. However, Robert…

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The city of Chicago has been faced with roaring crime rates that have left businesses in the area struggling to stay open. The crime surge has even spilled over to neighboring towns, forcing dozens of gas stations in the city of Hammond to operate under limited hours. The Indiana town, located 25 miles outside of Chicago, has prevented gas stations from remaining open overnight in an effort to combat the volume of illegal activity the area has encountered. Gas Stations Will Remain Closed After Midnight Until 5 A.M. Source: Vecteezy They often say that nothing good happens after midnight, and…

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Widespread shock has ensued after a TikTok user captured a crazy moment at a Chevron gas station. The user, who goes by the handle @wenchelpenchel, was left speechless when she witnessed a defective gas station pump continue to charge her long after she had stopped pumping gas. The video showed the pump’s meter continue to skyrocket even though it had been removed from the customer’s gas tank. What’s even more bizarre was that the manager refused to refund the customer for the amount they were unnecessarily charged. The Price Increased While the Customers Panicked Source: Maridav The viral video has…

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When Mo Mitchell graduated from the University of Chicago last year, she thought she would have all the opportunities in the world to land a great job. But she wasn’t prepared for the amount of rejection she would face when trying to enter the workforce. After applying to nearly 90 jobs and only hearing back from a few potential prospects, Mitchell was left feeling defeated and confused. She Was Undecided But Confident About Her Future Career Source: The Efficient Woman Like many other college students, Mitchell entered her senior year at the University of Chicago still unsure about what she…

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