Fred's Inc files Chapter 11 as it closes stores nationwide
Fred's Inc a Memphis based discount retailer and pharmacy chain says it has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy and begun liquidation sales at all stores over the next two months while continuing prescriptions at most pharmacies and pursuing sale of its pharmacy business. The company had earlier announced closing more than 280 under performing stores in 13 states.
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Amazon kicks off national hiring spree for 30000 roles
Amazon plans a nationwide job fair next week to add more than 30,000 workers by early next year, boosting its payroll by 5 percent. Openings span software engineers earning above 100k to warehouse staff at least 15 dollars an hour, all permanent with benefits. Events are Sept 17 in six cities Arlington Boston Chicago Dallas Nashville and Seattle with about 1000 recruiters assisting candidates.
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UPS to hold holiday hiring steady in 100000 seasonal jobs
UPS plans about 100000 seasonal hires this holiday season matching last year and boosting pay from 1010 to as high as 30 per hour for drivers. The company cites tight labor markets and expanding e commerce while using automation to cope with higher volumes.
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States target Google in antitrust probe
Fifty states and territories led by Texas announced an antitrust probe into Google's alleged monopolistic behavior. The investigation expands scrutiny beyond federal actions, with California and Alabama not included, and includes the District of Columbia and Puerto Rico.
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