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- Southern cities dominate rankings of best job markets for new college graduates
The slowing labor market is posing a challenge to recent college graduates looking to begin their careers, with many new graduates finding work in Southern cities.A study by ADP using anonymized data to compare the 53 largest metro areas in the U.S. based on hiring, wages and affordability for workers in their 20s with college degrees. It found that Birmingham, Alabama, and Tampa, Florida, were at the top of the list of destinations for fresh graduates embarking on careers. Birmingham was in the 85th or higher percentile in wages, affordability and hiring, while Tampa was buoyed by topping the rankings in hiring despite middling scores for wages and affordability.Those cities were followed by San Jose, California, and Columbus, Ohio, in the rankings. PRIVATE SECTOR ADDED 109,000 JOBS IN APRIL, ABOVE EXPECTATIONS, ADP SAYSFour other cities in the top 10 were also located in the South, including Raleigh, North Carolina; Tulsa, Oklahoma; Nashville, Tennessee; and Charlotte, North Carolina. Two large metro areas rounded out the top 10, with San Francisco and New York City ranking seventh and tenth, respectively.A report by The Wall Street Journal about the ADP study's findings noted that the analysis suggests an emerging recovery in hiring for college graduates is playing out unevenly around the country.The Journal noted that both Columbus and San Jose unexpectedly rose in the rankings this year despite some components of their overall ranking being less consistent, as San Jose ranked in the 12th percentile of metro areas in terms of affordability and Columbus was in the 50th percentile for earnings.HOW AI EXPOSURE IS RESHAPING JOBS IN CREATIVE FIELDSSeveral prominent metro areas lost ground in their overall rankings, such as Milwaukee, Wisconsin; Baltimore, Maryland; and Austin, Texas, were in the top five of the rankings last year but fell below their peers this year. Austin was in the 94th percentile a year ago but fell to 77th, while Baltimore also dropped from the 96th percentile to the 75th.RECENT COLLEGE GRADS ARE LOSING THEIR EDGE IN THE JOB MARKET, STUDY SHOWSThe biggest risers in the report from last year included several members of the top 10 list. Tampa jumped from the 54th percentile to the 98th, while San Jose rose from the 76th percentile to the 96th, and Tulsa climbed from the 50th to the 90th percentile.Fresno, California, was outside the top 10 but made a significant leap in the report from the 22nd percentile to 79th.GET… [TheTopNews] Read More.24 mins ago - USAA, Armed Services YMCA launch childcare program ahead of Military Spouse Appr...EXCLUSIVE – USAA and the Armed Services YMCA (ASYMCA) are launching a new childcare initiative just in time for Military Spouse Appreciation Day aimed at addressing a growing challenge for military families — access to affordable care during frequent relocations that often disrupt careers.The $1.45 million effort comes as military spouse unemployment remains significantly higher than the national average, with childcare shortages emerging as a key driver."Today, the military spouse unemployment rate is north of 20%, which is four times that of their civilian counterparts," Jenna Sauceto Herrera, who leads corporate impact at USAA, told FOX Business."When you think about the modern economy, the dual household income for military families is a requirement, it is not a luxury."USAA COMMITS $500M TO HELP VETERANS AND THEIR FAMILIES WITH CAREER SUPPORT, FINANCIAL SECURITYThe lack of consistent childcare is a nationwide issue, but military families face added pressure due to Permanent Change of Station (PCS) moves — routine relocations that force families to rebuild support systems from scratch."There are over 7,800 military children on waiting lists for childcare access," Herrera said.For many families, each move means restarting the search for housing, employment and care — all at once.OPENAI LAUNCHES FREE CHATGPT PROGRAM FOR TRANSITIONING VETERANS ENTERING CIVILIAN WORKFORCE"During PCS moves, they have to pick up and find new childcare, new job opportunities for the spouse," ASYMCA President and CEO Bill French told FOX Business.French, a retired admiral, said the reality for military families — many of them young with children — is often overwhelming."You are the childcare during the move," he said, describing the strain placed on spouses trying to maintain employment.The challenge goes beyond unemployment alone.USAA POPPY WALL RETURNS MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND TO HONOR THOSE WHO 'GAVE ALL FOR OUR FREEDOM'"There’s a lot of military spouses that are employed, but they’re underemployed," French added, noting many are forced to take lower-paying jobs after relocating due to limited opportunities and lack of childcare.The new program, called Mission Watch, is designed to provide free, short-term childcare for military spouses navigating job searches — particularly during PCS transitions."This gives you a chance to drop your kids off with quality childcare and not have to pay any money to go make the investment to go find a job," French said.VETERANS OFFER UNTAPPED TALENT AMID ONGOING LABOR SHORTAGES, EXPERT SAYSThe pilot will launch at three installations: Fort Hood and Fort Bliss in Texas as well as Camp… [TheTopNews] Read More.24 mins ago
- Major rail disruption in South of England due to radio fault
Trains are being cancelled and delayed with disruption expected to last to the end of the day, National Rail says. [TheTopNews] Read More.1 hour ago - Diesel and Gas Prices Surge Across U.S. as Global Supply Concerns Grow
Fuel Prices Spike Nationwide as Global Tensions Impact Supply Fuel prices across the United States are rising sharply once again, driven by ongoing global supply concerns and geopolitical tensions. According to the U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA), the national average diesel price increased by 29 cents to $5.640 per gallon. Meanwhile, gasoline prices climbed even higher, rising 33 cents to $4.452 per gallon. As a result, both trucking operations and consumer transportation costs are facing renewed pressure. This surge follows escalating conflict in the Middle East, which continues to disrupt global oil supply chains. Therefore, fuel markets remain highly sensitive to international developments. Diesel Prices Rise Across All Regions Diesel prices increased in every region of the country, with the Midwest experiencing the most significant jump. This sharp rise highlights how regional supply and demand differences can amplify price volatility. Regional diesel price changes include: Midwest: Up 61 cents to $5.742 (largest increase) Rocky Mountain: Up 25 cents to $5.517 Gulf Coast: Up 17 cents to $5.178 West Coast: Up 10 cents to $6.631 West Coast (excluding California): Up 7 cents to $6.000 East Coast: Up 8 cents to $5.504 In addition, AAA reports a slightly higher national diesel average of $5.659 per gallon. This is over $2 higher than the same time last year. Therefore, despite previous declines, diesel costs remain elevated on a year-over-year basis. Gasoline Prices Follow Upward Trend Gasoline prices are also rising across all regions, further increasing financial pressure on consumers. Although the EIA lists the national average at $4.123, regional data shows widespread increases. Key gasoline price changes include: Midwest: Up 52 cents to $4.399 Rocky Mountain: Up 34 cents to $4.359 East Coast: Up 29 cents to $4.251 Gulf Coast: Up 23 cents to $3.902 West Coast: Up 17 cents to $5.583 West Coast (excluding California): Up 17 cents to $5.135 Meanwhile, AAA reports a higher national average of $4.483 per gallon. This is approximately $1.32 higher than last year. As a result, gasoline prices are now at their highest levels since 2022. Global Supply Concerns Drive Market Volatility The primary driver behind rising fuel prices is ongoing uncertainty in global oil supply. The Strait of Hormuz, a key shipping route for oil, remains a major concern. Limited access to this route has reduced supply and pushed oil prices above $100 per barrel. Because of this, fuel… [TheTopNews] Read More.1 hour ago - Is It an Art Gallery? A Museum? A Theater? A Dream?
The Ministry of Awe, a new immersive experience in a former bank in Philadelphia, aims to help locate the wondrous in the everyday. [TheTopNews] Read More.1 hour ago - After Stumbles, Technology Meant for Self-Driving Cars Finds a Second ActAfter a crush of promises in 2016 that autonomous cars would soon rule the road, companies whose tech underpinned them have shifted to other industries, like managing shipyards and city traffic. [TheTopNews] Read More.1 hour ago
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