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Thursday, May 18, 2017

Google to launch a jobs search engine in the U.S.

Google to launch a jobs search engine in the U.S.
Article Title: Google to launch a jobs search engine in the U.S.

Article Snip: "...Google announced today it’s launching a jobs search engine in the U.S. The service will focus on all types of jobs – from entry-level and service industry positions to high-end professional jobs..."

Article Reference: techcrunch.com

Americans on unemployment hits lowest since 1988

Americans on unemployment hits lowest since 1988
Article Title: Americans on unemployment hits lowest since 1988

Article Snip: "...What’s more, the average number of people receiving unemployment benefits over the past month has fallen to the lowest level since 1974..."

Article Reference: www.marketwatch.com

Tuesday, May 9, 2017

Government blocks some federal payroll data to APP's DataUniverse

Government blocks some federal payroll data to APP's DataUniverse
Article Title: Government blocks some federal payroll data to APP's DataUniverse

Article Snip: "...In its letter explaining the redactions, OPM cited a provision that allows information to be withheld that "would constitute a clearly unwarranted invasion of personal privacy." But the provision cited does not justify the federal information being withheld, Press News Director Paul D'Ambrosio wrote in a letter appealing the denial. "The public has a significant interest in knowing how its tax dollars are being spent..."

Article Reference: www.app.com

U.S. Job Openings at Eight-Month High

U.S. Job Openings at Eight-Month High
Article Title: U.S. Job Openings at Eight-Month High

Article Snip: "...A tightening labor market could translate to a breakout in wages after months of lackluster growth. An elevated number of people quitting their jobs shows that workers are confident enough of finding better wages elsewhere..."

Article Reference: www.bloomberg.com