Tag: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
What’s a ‘gig’? In this economy, it’s crucial to know
The “gig” economy has captured the attention of technology futurists, journalists, academics and policymakers.
“Future of work” discussions tend toward two extremes: breathless excitement at...
Older workers are extending their prime time
It’s true that COVID-19 has fundamentally changed our lives and workplaces in the past 2½ years and the percentage of older people remaining at...
R.I. August unemployment rate 3rd lowest in New England
PROVIDENCE – Rhode Island had the third-lowest unemployment rate in New England in August at 2.8%, according to data released by the U.S. Bureau of...
Suffering unequal when food prices skyrocket
THE COST OF EGGS AND BREAD is soaring – a trend that’s particularly punishing for the poorest Americans.
Average food prices climbed at an annualized rate...
A rank and file revival: New labor movement hits R.I.
Starbucks customers swinging through the drive-thru on a June morning in Warwick were greeted by something many weren’t expecting: a group of baristas and...
R.I. May unemployment rate 3rd lowest in New England
PROVIDENCE – Rhode Island had the third-lowest unemployment rate in New England in May at 2.9%, according to data released by the U.S. Bureau...
Bryant University establishes new School of Health and Behavioral Sciences
SMITHFIELD – Citing the need to address growing demand for health care experts and preparing students in STEM fields, Bryant University has established a...
Report: R.I. has 30th fastest-growing economy in nation
PROVIDENCE – Rhode Island was ranked as the 30th fastest-growing economy in the nation between 2020 and 2021, according to a report released Tuesday...
More Americans apply for jobless aid
WASHINGTON (AP) – More Americans applied for unemployment benefits last week but the total number of people collecting jobless aid is at its lowest...
R.I. March jobless rate 3rd-lowest in New England
PROVIDENCE – Rhode Island had the third-lowest unemployment rate in New England in March at 3.4%, according to data released by the U.S. Bureau...
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