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If the economy’s so good, what’s with all the layoffs?
Jan 26, 2024

If the economy’s so good, what’s with all the layoffs?

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Major companies keep announcing layoffs. What gives? Plus, the effects of "digital redlining" and the rise of "mid-size" influencers.

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How are Black communities in the rural South dealing with digital redlining?

by Kai Ryssdal and Richard Cunningham
Jan 26, 2024
Aallyah Wright of Capital B News traveled to Alabama, Mississippi and Georgia to see how people are coping with limited internet access.
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Apparel brands turn to #curvy influencers to court online shoppers

by Elizabeth Trovall
Jan 26, 2024
In the increasingly online women’s apparel market, mid-size and plus-size influencers play a critical role in steering retail dollars toward brands.
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What do all the layoffs mean in a supposedly "good" economy?

by Kristin Schwab
Jan 26, 2024
In the last few days, Microsoft, eBay and Salesforce have joined the list of companies that have made layoff announcements this month.
eBay announced plans to lay off an estimated 9% of their workforce.
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How are Black communities in the rural South dealing with digital redlining?

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Jan 26, 2024
Aallyah Wright of Capital B News traveled to Alabama, Mississippi and Georgia to see how people are coping with limited internet access.
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Apparel brands turn to #curvy influencers to court online shoppers

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Jan 26, 2024
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What do all the layoffs mean in a supposedly "good" economy?

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Jan 26, 2024
In the last few days, Microsoft, eBay and Salesforce have joined the list of companies that have made layoff announcements this month.
eBay announced plans to lay off an estimated 9% of their workforce.
Justin Sullivan/Getty Images
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Maria Hollenhorst Producer II
Andie Corban Producer I
Sarah Leeson Producer I
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Jordan Mangi Assistant Digital Producer

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