The US added 64,000 jobs in November — but it wasn't all good news

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A 'Now Hiring' sign sits in the window of a Denny's restaurant on November 19, 2025 in Miami, Florida.
The Bureau of Labor Statistics published new labor market data on Tuesday.

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RTO mandates are running into a space problem

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A man sitting on another man's lap.

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Ukrainian drones struck a Russian oil platform in the Caspian Sea for the third time in a matter of days, security source says

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Oil platforms operated by Lukoil company are seen at the Korchagina oil field in the Caspian Sea, Russia, October 17, 2018. Picture taken October 17, 2018.
A Ukrainian security source said Kyiv has targeted Russian oil facilities in the Caspian Sea in recent days.

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America's brides are sick of expensive, sweaty weddings. So they're turning to October.

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Wedding cake with dancing cake toppers, featuring a pumpkin with a carved heart, surrounded by falling leaves.

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Meet ‘Fuzozo,’ the AI emotional companion debuting at CES 2026

Mashable : Economy
collection of fuzozo ai companion toys in a pile

There is something beautifully ironic about creating an AI companion that looks almost identical to a Tribble.

I sold my company for hundreds of millions and have more money than I'd ever need. Yet at 66, I have no plans to retire.

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David Chung headshot
David Chung founded Farmacy Beauty, which he sold in 2015.

Courtesy of David Chung

My husband and I spend nearly $20,000 a year on childcare. I work two jobs and cut back on my lifestyle, but it's worth it for my kids.

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Clory Jackson and Mouhamadou Diaman standing in formal attire
Clory Jackson and Mouhamadou Diaman, raise their 4-year-old and a 2-year-old while working full-time

Clory Jackson

2026 will be the year of the cabbage

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A table with cabbage decor.
All things cabbage will be trending next year, Pinterest says.

Pinterest

How the Biggest Monopoly in AI Is Keeping Its Throne in 2026 and Beyond

Gizmodo : Economy
It's unnerving how much of the global economy is dependent on $400 million lithography machines.

I'm 84 and work late nights from my wheelchair. I can't comfortably retire, and I intend to work until my 100th birthday.

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Jane Way
Jane Way, 84, works 30 hours a week from her home.

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