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From diversity and salary equity to career advancement and parental leave, Hormel Foods excels as top female employer. AUSTIN, Minn., July 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Hormel Foods Corporation (NYSE: HRL), a Fortune 500 global branded food company, proudly announced today that it has been recognized by Forbes as one of America's Best Employers for Women 2024.

Hormel Foods Named to Forbes List of America's Best Employers for Women 2024

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Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota is among the top five employers for women in the U.S., according to Forbes. The magazine published its annual list of America's Best Employers for Women July 23. The rankings are based on a survey of more than 150,000 women working at companies with 1,000 employees or more. The list weighs factors including working environment, pay equity, parental leave and how likely employees were to recommend their current and previous employers.

16 payers among Forbes' best employers for women

An investigation spanning all 50 American states culminated in rankings for the Best States for Business in 2024, using 128 different metrics. The study assessed various factors, including the business environment, workforce quality, and the cost of doing business. This study gave a clear picture of each state’s business dynamics,...

Ranking America’s best states for business in 2024

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There were a number of celebrities who passed away within the past week, including two notable actresses: Shelley Duvall and Shannen Doherty. Shelley Duvall passed away on Thursday July 11th at her home in Blanco, Texas. The cause of death was complications from diabetes and news of her death was confirmed by her partner Dan Gilroy.

Two Beloved Hollywood Actresses Have Passed Away This Week

At times, even after giving our best, we do not get what we deserve. We must then stand up for our rights and speak for ourselves. A group of ten workers did this when they were denied a raise and the basic amenities that they needed at the workplace. They had first made a request but it went unheard so they decided to skip work on one day and meet at a coworker's place. u/UnoriginallyGeneric shared, "So, up until Monday, I was a lead shipper and receiver and forklift operator for a regional health care company. I supervised five people in my department. Unlike many industries, we never shuttered during COVID."

Ten employees get together and quit their jobs after company refused to give them a deserved raise

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If you’ve been keeping an eye on the retail scene, you might have heard that Rite Aid is getting close to hitting a major rough patch. The pharmacy chain filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcyChapter 11 bankruptcy protection back in October 2023, and things haven’t been looking too rosy since then.

A major retailer is edging closer to a dire situation: Chapter 11 bankruptcy

Here’s a story that’s making waves in the retail world: Conn's HomePlus, a well-known discount furniture chain, has just filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy. And the news isn’t just about numbers—it’s about real people and places, so let’s dive into what’s happening.

Another retail giant has just filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy and is shutting down several stores.

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Yesterday was the third time this year that an ad stating Chelsea Clinton lives in a beautiful Virginia home popped up on my laptop. My computer did not warn me this was a dangerous site, so this time, I clicked on the link.

Chelsea Clinton is rumored to be living in Virginia but probably still in NYC

Editor's Note: This story originally appeared on FlexJobs.com. FlexJobs has highlighted companies offering remote, work-from-home jobs since 2007, but in recent years, a renewed spotlight has been put on the benefits of remote work. More companies are embracing permanent remote work options, and many people are focused on finding the...

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Amazon is reportedly intensifying pressure on workers to attend the office on mandated days after employees reportedly found new ways to circumnavigate the requirementsA report by Business Insiderclaims some Amazon workers have been signing in to their offices simply to make use of the on-site coffee machines to show themselves as present on the register.However, Amazon has now adapted to workers’ evasion tactics, and the company is believed to be tracking hours spent in the office rather than whether an employee has tapped in and tapped out.
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Amazon is reportedly now tracking individual hours employees spend at the office in latest worker crackdown

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In a wave of unexpected newsunexpected newsunexpected newsunexpected news, Piggly Wiggly has shuttered its store in Brookfield, Wisconsin, leaving customers feeling as if they've lost a family member. The closure, originally set for June 15, was moved up abruptly, catching shoppers off guard as the aisles emptied out with a clearance sale offering 50% off all merchandise.

500-store Grocery Chain Closes Location, Shoppers Cry.

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In the ever-changing landscape of employment, there are unconventional ways to earn money that often fly under the radar. These under-the-table jobs, also known as off-the-books jobs, offer individuals the opportunity to make a living through alternative means.

12 Under the Table Jobs Not Many People Know About

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You don't have to work in person to have a good salary. Here are 15 work-from-home jobs that pay at least $25 an hour.

15 Work-from-Home Jobs That Pay at Least $25 an Hour

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In a move to streamline operations, Salesforce, a major player in California's tech sector, is set to reduce its workforce by 300 positions. This announcement marks the second wave of layoffs this year, following an earlier cut of 700 jobs.

A massive California company is downsizing, resulting in 300 job cuts

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Shortly before 3 AM, people in the Chicago area may have felt their houses shake as a 3.4-magnitude earthquake occurred about 60 miles west of the city. (CHICAGO) The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported a 3.4-magnitude earthquake around Somonauk, IL. Somonauk is in DeKalb and LaSalle Counties, 64 miles west of Chicago.

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Pfizer will shut down operations at two of its manufacturing facilities in North Carolina, resulting in over 200 job losses. The affected sites are:. Recent History: This plant had recently reopened after sustaining tornado damage in July 2023.

North Carolina Job Market Devastate as Pfizer to layoff hundreds in Nash, Lee counties

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Wendy's birthday was spent away from her loved ones. Virginia Wendy Williams fans, the latest update is not encouraging. The former talk show host turned 60 on July 18 without any of her loved ones around. According to Yahoo, family members remain "out of bounds" and have no access to Wendy as she battles dementia and progressive aphasia.

The family of talk show diva Wendy Williams were unable to celebrate her 60th birthday by her side

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The New York Post reveals that two men who died in a plane crash at MacArthur Airport were from Virginia. The men had been visiting friends in Long Island and were returning home when the tragedy occurred.

Life partners from Virginia have been identified as the victims of a New York plane crash

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Five Montgomery County Companies Ranked Among America’s Best Employers for Women by Forbes

Forbes ranks 5 Montgomery County companies, including Conshohocken-based Cencora, among the best for women focusing on factors like pay equity and parental leave. Forbes ranks seventeen...

Five Montgomery County Companies Ranked Among America’s Best Employers for Women by Forbes

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