US stocks advance on strong job openings data

What is the S&P 500? A complete guide to this key stock market index Understanding the S&P 500: What it is and why it matters U.S. stocks rose by midday after a report showed a surprisingly large number of job openings in April. The Job Openings and Labor Turnover Survey (JOLTS) showed available jobs totaled…

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Can an employee be fired without explanation?

Johnny C. Taylor Jr.  |  Special to USA TODAY Johnny C. Taylor Jr. tackles your human resources questions as part of a series for USA TODAY. Taylor is president and CEO of the Society for Human Resource Management, the world’s largest HR professional society and author of “Reset: A Leader’s Guide to Work in an Age of Upheaval.” Have a…

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How to revive stale bread using a simple trick

How to soften stale bread Don’t throw away your stale bread just yet. Here’s how to easily revive it. Problem Solved, USA TODAY There’s something magical about fresh bread, especially if it’s a soft yet slightly crunchy baguette. However, it can go stale fast, and if you don’t enjoy it in time, it becomes more…

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See full lineup of dogs, including Sidney Pawsby

Can the Florida Panthers really go back-to-back? With a dominant roster and playoff experience, the Panthers are poised to make a strong run at back-to-back Stanley Cup titles. Sports Pulse Bring out those hockey sticks and gear up. It’s time for the NHL’s “Stanley Pup.” The friendly competition, featuring 32 adoptable rescue dogs “showing their…

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