Yuki Noguchi

Yuki Noguchi appears in the following:

Protests Over Sexual Harassment At McDonald's Grow As Shareholders Meet

Thursday, May 23, 2019

Protesting workers were joined by Democratic presidential hopefuls in some of the 13 cities where employees staged rallies against low pay and the company's handling of alleged sexual harassment.

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Hot Job Market Is Wooing Women Into Workforce Faster Than Men

Monday, May 20, 2019

Over the past three years, women returned to the workforce at more than double the rate of men. Growth in industries that rely on women and heavy recruitment of women might help explain why.

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For One U.S. Bike-Maker, Tariffs Are A Mixed Bag

Saturday, May 18, 2019

Detroit Bikes, a rare domestic maker of bicycles, could see business increase as a result of increased U.S. tariffs on Chinese bikes. But imported parts it relies on are also subject to higher taxes.

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New Round Of Tariffs Takes A Bigger Bite Of Consumers' Budget

Friday, May 10, 2019

The latest round of tariffs on Chinese imports is expected to hit more products U.S. consumers actually buy, and businesses say they have no choice but to pass the added costs on to consumers.

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Staying At A Hotel Or An Airbnb? The Lines Are Blurring

Wednesday, May 01, 2019

Consumers want more options than the standard queen room. That's driven hotel chains into the home-rental business, while Airbnb is looking to make inroads into the hotel business.

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Keeping Money Secrets From Each Other: Financial Infidelity On The Rise

Monday, April 29, 2019

As many as 41% of American adults deceive their partners by hiding secret debts or accounts. Therapists say it's increasingly common, and it's both the loss of trust and resources that hurt.

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Did You Successfully Negotiate A Great Package For Your New Job? Tell Us About It

Monday, April 15, 2019

It's a great job market. Were you able to score a great deal by negotiating for something unusual — or unusually great? We'd like to hear about it.

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My New Diet Is An App: Weight Loss Goes Digital

Monday, April 15, 2019

The popularity of weight loss apps, especially among younger people, has forced the traditional weight loss programs to revamp their models to include online, on-demand support.

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Bags Of Cash, Armed Guards And Wary Banks: The Edgy Life Of A Cannabis Company CFO

Wednesday, April 10, 2019

Being chief financial officer in a pot business requires lots of workarounds, including hiring heavily armed guards. Few financial firms are willing to service a market that remains federally illegal.

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Passengers Experience Little Disruption Despite Grounding Of Boeing's 737 Max Jets

Thursday, March 14, 2019

A day after the FAA ordered the grounding of all Boeing 737 Max jets, there were plenty of cancelled flights and stranded passengers, but overall there was little disruption to the air traffic system.

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#MeToo Awareness Sharpens Focus On Pay Equity

Friday, March 08, 2019

After #MeToo, many employment attorneys say they've seen the number of pay-disparity cases spike, and employers are having to adapt by conducting investigations and pay audits.

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Paid Family Leave Gains Momentum In States As Bipartisan Support Grows

Tuesday, March 05, 2019

Paid time off for illness and family caregivers has substantial bipartisan support. Several states are expected to consider proposals, but there are disagreements over how to structure and pay for it.

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CEOs Urge Congress To Expand Gun Background Checks

Monday, February 25, 2019

The heads of four U.S. companies are lobbying for a law requiring background checks on all gun purchases. One of them, the founder of TOMS shoes, concedes his company will lose business as a result.

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A New Benefit: Some Companies Help Workers Pay Down Student Loans

Monday, February 25, 2019

Some employers are offering benefits that pay down student loans. They say it's a popular way to recruit younger workers who are struggling with college debt.

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When Your Shared Netflix Account Outlasts The Relationship

Thursday, February 14, 2019

Sharing of online streaming video and music passwords among sweethearts is a territorial marker, like wearing a boyfriend's sweater. But what happens to custody of the accounts when the love is gone?

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Heavy Student Loan Debt Forces Many Millennials To Delay Buying Homes

Friday, February 01, 2019

The Federal Reserve says the big increase in student loan debt is creating a noticeable dent in younger people's ability to buy homes. But economists say millennials may eventually catch up.

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Shutdown Squeezes IRS Workers Just As The Tax-Filing Season Is About To Start

Wednesday, January 23, 2019

Tax season is more stressful this year for filers and IRS workers alike, because of tax law changes and the partial government shutdown that has left the agency with roughly half its normal staff.

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Federal Workers Struggle To Stretch Their Money As Shutdown Lingers

Monday, January 14, 2019

Some banks and credit unions are waiving late fees or offering low-interest loans. But the longer the shutdown continues, the harder it becomes for furloughed workers and contractors to stay afloat.

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Some Mortgage Deals Are In Limbo As Government Shutdown Drags On

Friday, January 11, 2019

Furloughed workers can't refinance or buy homes without the ability to verify their income. For a recently divorced couple, it means continuing to live together until financial issues are resolved.

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This New Program Aims To Train The Growing Freelance Workforce

Friday, January 04, 2019

The Freelancers Hub in New York City opened in October, offering classes as well as tax and legal assistance for independent workers. It's free, and the first of its kind in the country.

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