Tech giant IBM has laid off approximately 8,000 employees, with a significant portion of the job cuts reportedly targeting the company’s Human Resources (HR) department. The sweeping layoffs are believed to be directly tied to IBM’s increased adoption of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in its internal operations. The announcement comes shortly after reports revealed that IBM had already replaced 200 HR roles with AI agents capable of automating tasks such as sorting informa

Memorial Day weekend, often seen as the ceremonial start of summer, took a violent turn in Seaside Heights as large crowds overwhelmed the boardwalk, resulting in a series of troubling incidents. Authorities confirmed that 73 people were arrested over the course of the holiday weekend, including both adults and juveniles, with several arrests tied to unruly and disorderly behavior. The weekend also saw three separate stabbing incidents. On Saturday evening around 8 p.m., a 21-year

In a development that has sparked intense debate in the entertainment industry, actress Deepika Padukone has reportedly been dropped from Sandeep Reddy Vanga’s upcoming film Spirit after she requested a 6-hour workday due to her responsibilities as a new mother. The film was set to star Prabhas opposite Padukone, but disagreements over working hours and contract terms reportedly led to her exit. According to media reports, Deepika’s agency had requested that the

 In a startling reflection of today’s rapidly shifting tech landscape, Microsoft’s latest round of layoffs has targeted the very employees who helped the company advance its artificial intelligence ambitions. According to a report by CNBC, the company cut around 6,000 jobs globally, with over 40% of the layoffs in Washington state affecting software engineers many of whom had been actively integrating AI into Microsoft's development processes. Bloomberg’s

Chicago is under federal scrutiny over its hiring practices, but Mayor Brandon Johnson is standing firm in his defense of the city's approach to workforce diversity while sharply criticizing President Donald Trump. As the Department of Justice begins looking into whether the city has violated civil rights laws by using race-based criteria in hiring decisions, Johnson has turned the spotlight on what he sees as an attack on inclusion and representation. The Department of Justic

The Supreme Court of India is currently hearing a significant challenge to the Waqf Amendment Act, a controversial law passed earlier this year that alters the composition and functioning of Waqf bodies across the country. The hearing, led by a bench headed by Chief Justice BR Gavai, features strong opposition from prominent legal figures who argue that the amendments infringe on religious rights and question the very definition of secularism in India. Senior Advocates Kapil Sibal,

Less than a day after Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson highlighted the number of Black officials in his administration, the United States Department of Justice announced the launch of a civil rights investigation into the city’s hiring practices. The investigation seeks to determine whether the city has engaged in a pattern or practice of race-based discrimination, following statements made by the mayor during a church event on the city’s South Side. Speaking at a communi

In a firm stance on refugee policies, the Supreme Court of India today denied a Sri Lankan national’s request to remain in the country, stating, "India is not a dharmashala (free shelter) that can entertain refugees from all over the world." The remark came from Justice Dipankar Datta, who was sitting on a bench alongside Justice K Vinod Chandran, while hearing the plea of a man convicted under anti-terror laws. The petitioner, a Sri Lankan Tamil, was arrest

A Filipino woman who arrived in San Jose alone in 2016 found herself trapped in a cycle of exploitation after accepting a job as a live-in caregiver at a residential care facility for elderly people. She had expected the opportunity to bring financial support to her family in the Philippines, but instead was subjected to relentless labor without overtime pay, limited freedom, and unwanted advances from her employer. The woman, who was in her 60s at the time and requested anonymity to protect

Amazon has confirmed that it is laying off 100 employees from its Devices and Services division in a strategic move aimed at streamlining operations and improving team efficiency. The affected units include some of Amazon’s most recognizable brands such as the Alexa voice assistant, Echo smart speakers, Ring video doorbells, and Zoox, the company’s autonomous vehicle initiative. The announcement was made by Amazon spokesperson Kristy Schmidt, who explained that the decis

The Dallas Stars took a 2-1 lead in the Western Conference Second Round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs after defeating the Winnipeg Jets 5-2 in Game 3 at the American Airlines Center on Sunday night. Led by Mikko Rantanen, who notched a goal and two assists, the Stars capitalized on third-period opportunities and took control of the series. Rantanen, acquired in a March 7 trade with the Carolina Hurricanes, has been red-hot in the postseason, amassing 17 points (nine goals, eight assis

In a continuing wave of restructuring efforts across the tech industry, Google has laid off approximately 200 employees from its global business organization, a division responsible for sales, partnerships, and customer operations. This development comes as the company intensifies its focus on artificial intelligence and the development of large-scale data center infrastructure, signaling a strategic redirection of its resources. The layoffs, first reported by The Information and la

Severe weather caused widespread disruptions at all major airports in the Washington, D.C. region on Monday night, resulting in significant delays for flights both arriving and departing. Operations at several key transportation hubs were severely impacted by the storm system that swept through the area, bringing delays that lasted for several hours before being lifted late in the evening. By 11:30 p.m., delays had been lifted across the affected airports and flight activity was g

Air India is actively considering introducing domestic technical stops for its North America-bound flights from Delhi to manage the rising operational costs brought on by the ongoing closure of Pakistan’s airspace. According to people familiar with the developments, the airline may route some of its services through Indian cities such as Mumbai or Ahmedabad instead of making technical halts in Europe, which have proven to be significantly more expensive. The Tata Group-ow

 A group of 351 international students, many of whom are Indian nationals, have filed a second-amended class action lawsuit in a US district court, challenging actions by the Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and the US Department of State (DOS) that they say unlawfully terminated their student immigration records and revoked their visas without due process. The lawsuit, which has been filed in the Northern District of Georgia, centers on the claim that the federal agencies implemen

The Dallas Independent School District (DISD) is mourning the loss of one of its most influential leaders. Nolan Estes, who served as Dallas ISD superintendent from 1968 to 1978, passed away over the weekend at the age of 94, the district announced. The cause of his death has not been publicly disclosed. Nolan Estes began his career in education as a math and science teacher in Waco, Texas. His leadership skills and dedication to improving education quickly propelled him through various admin

San Jose is preparing for a major May Day demonstration on Thursday, where thousands of people are expected to participate in a large-scale march in support of immigrant and workers' rights. Recognized globally on May 1st, May Day has long served as a day of unity and protest for laborers and immigrant communities, and this year’s event is expected to reflect heightened energy and turnout due to the ongoing national dialogue surrounding immigration policies and labor equity.

Several immigrant mothers have come forward through their legal teams to expose how U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement deported them with their U.S. citizen children—some of whom were critically ill—without adequate legal access, medical consideration, or time to make informed decisions about their children’s future. These removals, which occurred over the weekend, have sparked widespread condemnation from attorneys and civil rights advocates who say the actions are not o

The Alameda County Fairgrounds, located in Pleasanton, California, is home to hundreds of low-income residents who face the prospect of displacement within the next month. This comes as a result of a significant decision that will alter the landscape of horse racing in Northern California. The California Authority of Racing Fairs (CARF) has announced the cancellation of all horse racing events for 2025 in the region, a move that directly affects the future of the Alameda County Fair.

In a bold and sweeping move that signals a major shift in strategy, Intel Corporation is reportedly planning to lay off 20 percent of its global workforce. The decision, expected to be formally announced this week, marks the first significant restructuring initiative under newly appointed CEO Lip-Bu Tan, who took charge in March this year. The news, reported by Bloomberg, indicates a new era for the once-dominant chipmaker as it seeks to reclaim its position in a rapidly changing semiconducto