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Meta Plans to Cut 10% to 15% of Employees in Reality Labs Business
The layoffs are set to be announced this week and would affect Meta’s work on the metaverse, as the company spends heavily on building artificial intelligence.
2026 Best of Business
WBJ’s Best of Business awards are centered around one concept: referrals. Businesses will attract and retain new customers in all sorts of ways, but most will tell you the best way is to get your existing clients to do it for you. A recommendation from a trusted source goes a long way whenever a company leader is looking for a lawyer, an accountant, a place for lunch, a venue for a large event, or a fun place to take employees as a reward for all their hard work. Now in its 13th year, WBJ’s Best of Business awards are essentially recommendations from trusted sources for the organizations to best help your companies succeed. As we do every year, WBJ compiled this list of winners by asking our readers to vote in the various categories. From Nov. 1-28, more than 2,160 votes were cast. The top votegetters are the winners of this year’s 54 categories. To celebrate these winners and to meet the best of the best, I invite you to attend WBJ’s Best of Business awards event at 4:30 p.m. on Jan. 28 at the Beechwood Hotel in Worcester. Part celebration and part hyperactive networking event, the Best of Business awards is a unique experience in the local economic scene. Always a good time, the room is full of potential contacts, who can all help your business achieve that next level of excellence. You can register here. – Brad Kane, editor
Jeff Ruby restaurant group settles tip, wage lawsuit for $1.5 million
Jeff Ruby Culinary Entertainment is settling a class-action lawsuit from former employees who say they were not paid tips they earned.
Misguided overtime law hampers Colorado agriculture
The Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938 sets federal standards for employees including minimum wage, child labor and overtime. Agricultural workers have been largely exempted from the overtime requirements because during key portions of the growing season, there is a small window of time that requires more hours and more labor than the majority of […]
Former employee of an Arabi business arrested in burglary case, sheriff says
Deputies say the alleged suspect, a former employee of the business, was identified through surveillance video and victim statements.
MSG Offers Voluntary Buyouts in Search of ‘More Efficient’ Business
MSG is offering voluntary buyouts for a number of employees. The company says it is seeking a "more efficient and nimble organization."
They Couldn’t Access Mental Health Care When They Needed It. Now They’re Suing Their Insurer.
A new lawsuit alleges that an insurer’s ghost network hindered New York City employees from accessing the mental health care they sought — and harmed the reputation of psychiatrists wrongly listed as being in-network.
Founders Market & Co. is first business to transition to employee ownership through Chip Cargas' nonprofit
In October, the employees of Lancaster-based Founders Market & Co. were brought into a meeting and given sweat equity grants, which promise an amount of ownership shares dependent on how
Secretive Rampart Bioscience closes after pursuing non-viral gene therapy
Two former employees, who spoke under the condition of anonymity, confirmed that Rampart closed its doors last week after launching with $125 million.
Amazon asks corporate employees: What did you accomplish last year?
Amazon updates its performance review system to require corporate employees share specific work achievements.
How Does It Work?: Drexel’s Employee Assistance Program From Health Advocate
Drexel’s EAP is now administered by Health Advocate. Drexel Wellness Consultant Monica Fauble explained the key features and benefits of the program.
Your Path Wellness Program leads to improved health, wellness, more
This year, Human Resources is redefining the way it supports employees at Purdue. Wherever they are in their career and life, regardless of where they call home — West Lafayette and Indianapolis…
Legislative auditor: Minnesota DHS employees backdated, created documentation in behavioral health grant program
Minnesota’s Department of Human Services (DHS) commissioner said the agency is investigating after the legislative auditor found employees in the agency’s Behavioral Health Administration backdated or created documentation during an audit that focused on the management of taxpayer-funded grants.
Hilton says it's removing Minnesota hotel from system over ICE controversy
Hilton said Tuesday that it is removing an independently owned Minnesota hotel from its system after a location denied rooms to ICE employees.
Tips for handling small business taxes
Payroll is one of the most important responsibilities for small business owners. In this episode of Small Business Smarts, discover why getting payroll right from day one matters to manage compliance, build employee trust and protect business health for the long term. For more information, visit ADP.com/SPARK
California bill increases penalties for fake liens used to harass politicians, businesses
A California lawmaker introduced a bill Monday to crack down on fake liens filed against politicians, court employees and businesses that can force victims to spend thousands of dollars in legal fees to clear their names and repair their credit.
Partnership Health Center, Missoula County officially part ways
Missoula County and Partnership Health Center announced in May that they were mutually parting ways and now, all PHC employees are officially only part of the independent health center.
Vogel vows 'partnership over politics' as new Erie County executive
Christina Vogel was sworn in as Erie County's eighth county executive, pledging to improve relations with employees, County Council and residents.
UI business professor: Motivational posters may be doing just the opposite
A University of Iowa College of Business professor says motivational posters with inspirational messages that adorn many of our workplace walls often do little to motivate or inspire employees. Ken Brown, a UI professor of management and entrepreneurship, says for a poster like that to have real impact, it has to be bundled with what […]
Man arrested for breaking into Novant Health medical facility, stealing items
Theodore James allegedly stole items including keys, medical scrubs and decorations from employees’ desks, according to arrest records.
Metro sports bar sees calm crowd for last Chiefs game
As the Chiefs took on the Raiders in Las Vegas Sunday afternoon, fans tuned in to watch the last game of the season. Some who opted to go out to enjoy the game made their way to The Peanut in Mission, where employees say they always gear up for game day.
Man arrested for robbery after assaulting employee at Fargo business
Fargo police arrested a robbery suspect Saturday afternoon after an employee was assaulted during a morning theft at a business on 19th Avenue South.
Yann LeCun calls Alexandr Wang 'inexperienced' and predicts more Meta AI employee departures
Yann LeCun, formerly Meta's chief AI scientist, criticized Wang and predicted that more AI employees will leave the company.
Mamdani revokes Israel-related executive orders signed by Adams, directs team to focus on housing in first acts as mayor
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani used his executive powers to revoke a handful of orders put into place by his predecessor after the former mayor was federally indicted, including a directive that expanded the definition of antisemitism and another that barred city employees and agencies from boycotting or divesting from Israel.
LMPD: Employee shot during business robbery in Wyandotte neighborhood
Downtown Louisville revitalization continues despite business departures
Efforts to revitalize downtown Louisville continue as some major companies, including Humana, LG&E, and Fifth Third Bank, reduce their employee presence in the area.
Federal employees file complaint against Trump administration's ban on gender-affirming care
The Trump administration faces a legal complaint from government employees over a new policy eliminating coverage for gender-affirming care in federal health insurance programs
11 executives and researchers who left Google in 2025
Two DeepMind cofounders are now on the opposite sides of an intensifying AI talent war, as Microsoft lures away Google employees in 2025.
Sprinkles Cupcakes permanently closing all stores after 20 years in operation, founder says
Sprinkles Cupcakes, famous for its cupcake ATMs, is permanently closing all locations after 20 years in business, shocking customers and employees nationwide.
Amazon allows visa workers stranded in India to work remotely with restrictions. Here's what they can't do.
Amazon allows India-based employees affected by H-1B visa delays to work remotely until March, with strict restrictions on coding.
US government employee shares photo of shocking scene at workplace: 'Unfortunately, I don't think this is a unique story'
E-waste like this is a major problem for the Earth.
Explosive Audit Urges Dissolving Insolvent City Employee Health Fund
The review by Comptroller Brad Lander finds the joint city and municipal union fund owes billions to the city following contract deals that aimed to save money on health care.
Workplace Medicine: Building health and business together | LMH Health
LMH Health Workplace Medicine is redefining occupational medicine in Lawrence and beyond. With a focus on communication, relationships and comprehensive care, we help keep employees safe, healthy and thriving.
Co-worker stabs fellow employee at Strongsville business, police say
An employee at BidFTA Online Auctions in Strongsville was stabbed Monday morning by a co-worker, police say.
NASA finally has a leader, but its future is no more certain
After a rudderless year and an exodus of around 4,000 employees due to Trump administration cuts, NASA got what may be its first piece of good news recently.
Little 5 Pub employee fired after allegedly crashing into business
A late-night vehicle crash caused damage to at least one business in Atlanta’s Little Five Points neighborhood over the weekend, prompting a response from one local business whose employee was involved.
What millennials and Gen Z want from workplace health care
Younger employees are reshaping workplace health care expectations—and employers who ignore that shift risk losing talent. As Harvard Business Review writes, millennials and Gen Z workers want care that’s affordable, easy to access, and supports prevention, mental health and family planning. They also expect consumer-grade convenience, from seamless virtual options to clear, science-backed guidance—delivered with […]
Lenoir County woman charged with felony larceny following investigation at local business
Upon reviewing surveillance video, deputies determined that Spruill, an employee of Fuel Warehouse, had unlawfully removed $2,289.01 from a money bag.
Fire damages Dallas businesses forcing closure during peak holiday season
Businesses face closure during the holidays due to fire. Explore how owners and employees are reacting.
Circle Furniture has closed all its stores - including one opened this year on Cape Cod
After decades in business, Circle Furniture abruptly announced it was closing all Massachusetts stores and laying off all employees.
AHF • AHF Rose Parade® Float Honors ‘Food for Health’ Wildfire & Hunger Relief Efforts
AIDS Healthcare Foundation (AHF), the world's largest HIV/AIDS healthcare organization, currently provides medical care and services to more than 1.75 million clients in 45 countries. With more than 7,000 employees worldwide, AHF now has treatment clinics and other operations in the US, Africa, Latin America/Caribbean, the Asia/Pacific Region, and Europe. To learn more about AHF, please visit our website: www.aidshealth.org, find us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/aidshealth, and follow us on Twitter: @aidshealthcare and Instagram: @aidshealthcare.
I'm a CEO who called my 600-plus employees — and found out what we were getting wrong
Smart Technologies CEO Nicholas Svensson calls each of the company's employees every year. It's led him to make changes at the company.
Former employee accused of stealing over $215,000 from Metro Detroit moving service business
A former employee of a Metro Detroit moving services business is accused of misappropriating funds and transferring the company’s money to her personal accounts.
The SpaceX Mafia is here
SpaceX mafia startups are raising billions in venture capital, with ex-employees launching companies across aerospace, AI, and health.
Man accused of robbing customers, employees at gunpoint inside Eastpointe business
Authorities said a suspect pulled out a gun, forced customers and employees at an Eastpointe business to the ground, and stole their money.
Texas comptroller GOP primary attracts big money from donors with business before the agency
One candidate received about $1 million within an eight-day span from the head of a Dallas tax firm — and 72 of his employees — that helps corporations secure tax breaks under comptroller-run programs.
State Department imposes sanctions on former EU official, disinformation group leaders for ‘censorship’
The US State Department on Tuesday imposed visa sanctions on a former top European Union official and employees of organizations that combat disinformation for alleged censorship – sharply ratcheting up the Trump administration’s fight against European regulations that have impacted digital platforms, far-right politicians and Trump allies, including Elon Musk.
Duke Health nurse charged with additional sex crimes after third victim comes forward, police say
Jomil Tugado faces three felony counts each of sexual contact/penetration under the pretext of medical treatment and sex acts by a government or private institution employee. He also has three misdemeanor charges of sexual battery.
After 70 years of business, Circle Furniture is closing its doors
On Tuesday morning, employees received an email confirming they’re being laid off.
Springville woman given probation for hitting employee with car after stealing sports cards
A Springville woman pleaded guilty to hitting an employee with her car after stealing sports cards from an antiques store.
Google and Apple are warning some visa employees not to leave the US due to 'significant' return delays of up to a year
The US State Department said it was "prioritizing thoroughly vetting" each visa case, which could cause delays.
AHF • 'Food for Health’ Ho, Ho, Hosts Holiday Party and Food Pantry in Westlake
AIDS Healthcare Foundation (AHF), the world's largest HIV/AIDS healthcare organization, currently provides medical care and services to more than 1.75 million clients in 45 countries. With more than 7,000 employees worldwide, AHF now has treatment clinics and other operations in the US, Africa, Latin America/Caribbean, the Asia/Pacific Region, and Europe. To learn more about AHF, please visit our website: www.aidshealth.org, find us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/aidshealth, and follow us on Twitter: @aidshealthcare and Instagram: @aidshealthcare.
Women entrepreneurs envision business futures in Durango
The number of women founders and employees is catching up to men locally and nationally, but gender-based hurdles persist. epond@durangoherald.com
Prison health workers are among the best-paid public employees. Why are so many jobs vacant?
Despite spending hundreds of millions of dollars to fill vacant medical and mental health positions at prisons and state hospitals, California has little to show for it, according to a new report from the state auditor.
Google warns staff with US visas against international travel due to embassy delays, Business Insider says
Alphabet's Google has advised some employees on U.S. visas to avoid international travel due to delays at embassies, Business Insider reported on Friday, citing an internal email.
Duke Health employee arrested for committing sexual crimes on patients, university police says
Jomil Uy Tugado, 39, was arrested Thursday for allegedly having sex with two people while they were "incapacitated," according to arrest warrants. One incident took place in May and the other in December.
Portland home décor retailer Schoolhouse lays off most employees, future uncertain
Schoolhouse sold to Food52, a New York food and lifestyle publisher, in 2021.
VA Central Iowa Health system in Des Moines reassigns staff due to low demand
The VA Central Iowa Health System in Des Moines is reassigning 10 employees as it reduces domiciliary care beds from 60 to 40 due to low demand.
Report claims Naughty Dog recently ordered employees take on "mandatory" overtime
A new report claims Naughty Dog recently ordered employees to take on "mandatory" overtime as it worked to get the Inte…
Naughty Dog Studio Orders Employee Overtime for ‘Intergalactic’
The Sony-owned gamemakers have been racing to hit a December deadline
OSHA fines Universal after employee gets electrical shock at Epic Universe ride
A Universal employee was hospitalized with a dislocated shoulder, broken ribs and a fractured arm.
What Can U.S. Employers Do About Rising Healthcare Costs?
U.S. employers are grappling with surging healthcare costs as healthcare prices and service volumes rise. Provider consolidation, high drug prices, labor shortages, and growing chronic disease are fueling the cost increases. Employer have largely responded by shifting expenses to workers. Their track record in pursuing aggressive options—including collective purchasing, tiered plans, value-based care, and advocating for changes in government policies—is poor. The big question is whether they have the will to become more aggressive in pursuing remedies. The outlook is not promising. The reasons include the complexity of the problem, employee resistance to some solutions, and the fact that most employers just don’t have sufficient “skin in the game” to take on the disruption and risk that would be required to bend the healthcare cost curve significantly or sustainably.
JD Sports: Former employee awarded £65k after male boss sexually harassed her
A student has settled a sexual harassment case against her former employer JD Sports Fashion PLC for £65,000.
NU administration addresses employee concerns about health care shift at special Faculty Senate meeting
Following Northwestern’s announcement that UnitedHealthcare will replace Blue Cross Blue Shield as the University’s employee health care administrator, human resources representatives fielded faculty concerns at a special Faculty Senate meeting Thursday. The University announced June 12 that all medical plans for NU faculty and staff will be administered by UnitedHealthcare starting Jan. 1, 2026. Faculty...
Jackson reduces parking fees, expands free options amid business concerns
City council votes 6-1 to reduce daily parking fees from $10 to $7 and add another free lot for downtown employees.
As ACA cliff approaches, Wisconsin small business owners, employees struggle to find affordable health care
With the loss of key Affordable Care Act tax credits on the horizon, some Wisconsin small business owners and their employees are scrambling to find health care as the final open enrollment deadline approaches.
Casino smoking battle faces fresh scrutiny as judges cite new science, new realities
Dealers and other gaming employees argue New Jersey's exemption allowing smoking in casinos contradicts constitutional protections
All 1,600 Kentucky battery plant employees laid off as Ford pivots away from EV business
All 1,600 employees of the brand new electric vehicle battery plant in Kentucky will be laid off before Ford converts it to manufacture batteries for data centers and other utilities.
White House launches 2-year 'Tech Force' hiring for roughly 1,000 jobs that will pay $130,000 to $195,000
US Tech Force employees will have recruitment opportunities with a host of private companies ranging from Meta and Google to Apple and Nvidia.
Netflix CEOs Defend Warner Bros. Deal in Memo to Employees: ‘We See This as a Win for the Entertainment Industry, Not the End of It’
Ted Sarandos and Greg Peters, the co-CEOs of Netflix, issued a memo to staffers that conveyed their belief that the company's deal to buy Warner Bros. and HBO Max will withstand a counterattack by David Ellison's Paramount Skydance and will clear regulatory hurdles.
Prison health workers are among the best-paid public employees. Why are so many jobs vacant?
California spent hundreds of millions on high-paying prison and hospital healthcare jobs, auditors found -- but vacancy rates rose since 2019, exceeding 30% at three facilities despite bonuses and pay raises.
Meta's AI restructuring and policy changes spark employee departures and morale concerns in 2025
Meta's AI overhaul, culture shifts, layoffs, and performance crackdowns have sparked internal clashes, employee exits, and morale concerns in 2025.
Staff complaints, financial pressures roil Planned Parenthood in Minnesota
Planned Parenthood faces external pressures from federal budget cuts and hostile state governments. But current and former employees at the organization’s Minnesota-based Midwest affiliate complain that management is making matters worse.
ICE arrests employee of a Brooklyn Park business
An employee at Crumbs and Coffee was arrested by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) in Brooklyn Park Friday.
Trump administration announces shift of ‘Biden-Buttigieg era’ Amtrak executive bonuses to frontline workers
Trump administration helps redirect Amtrak executive bonuses to 18,000 frontline workers, giving employees $900 in recognition of their service.
Disney employees describe its internal AI strategy, from 'DisneyGPT' to a new 'Jarvis' tool in the works
Disney staffers spoke about the company's OpenAI deal and AI strategy, including AI tools they are using and one in development codenamed "Jarvis."
‘Bit by the Research Bug’ Defense Health Employee Recognized for Contributions to Science, Love for Supporting the Warfighter
From her first steps into the world of research as an intern to her current role as a principal investigator, Danielle Zimmerman has built a career defined by curiosity, dedication, and commitment to protecting those who serve.
Science-minded artisans help WHOI move forward at Woods Hole shop
Three Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution employees make ocean-inspired art to support organization's mission. Here's where to find it.
House votes to nullify Trump order and restore bargaining rights for federal workers
The House voted to repeal President Donald Trump’s executive order from earlier this year that aimed to remove collective bargaining rights for hundreds of thousands of federal employees
Florida House advances proposal to mandate E-Verify
Only companies with 25 or more employees are required to use the system under current state law.
How Sports Fans are Streaming ESPN Content Like Never Before | The Walt Disney Company Asia Pacific
Hear from five ESPN employees who made history for how sports fans stream content in Australia and New Zealand.
West Palm Beach is at the 'epicenter’ of Florida’s business growth, leaders say
Related Ross Executive Vice President Jordan Rathlev and health-tech firm Visium CEO John Rajchert speak to Fox News Digital about the influx of businesses and employees moving to West Palm Beach and how their companies are leading the charge.
How prioritizing wellbeing can boost retention, innovation, and your business's bottom line
Workplace wellbeing, energy, and belonging drive retention, innovation, and higher profits, as revealed by Indeed's employee happiness survey.
HR's big challenge with AI will force HR people to reinvent themselves
Workers fear AI, so one of HR's biggest challenges is getting workers to trust and adopt it by building credibility and addressing employee concerns.
Read Todd Combs' goodbye letter to Geico employees after he quit Berkshire Hathaway to join JPMorgan
Todd Combs, Warren Buffett's longtime deputy and Geico's CEO since 2020, thanked his employees and heralded his successor in an internal email.
Small businesses worry of 'insane' costs once this key tax credit expires
Half of ACA tax credit users are small business owners, employees. The credits are about to expire.
Police say man used hammer, knife in attack at Loveland tanning salon
Loveland police arrested a man they say attacked an employee and customer at a tanning business.
Worker Injured After Becoming Trapped In Machine At South Windsor Business
Authorities said the injured employee was found on top of industrial equipment and needed to be rescued.
Nancy Mace escalated airport incident into ‘spectacle’, police investigation says
Republican congresswoman berated TSA personnel in October with profanity and insults, leaving facility employees ‘visibly upset’
Walmart's outgoing CEO on stepping down: 'I've never had a blank calendar' and it's 'kind of exciting'
Walmart's outgoing CEO Doug McMillon reflects on a career leading over 2 million employees and the thrill of an upcoming break.
HR giant SHRM faces blowback after a 'nuclear' $11.5 million employee discrimination verdict. Its CEO called it a 'blip.'
After the verdict came down, SHRM CEO Johnny C. Taylor addressed employees in a video, saying the judgment lacked merit.
‘A huge rupture in everything’: US science faced major upheaval in 2025
Amid enormous shifts, many scientists pushed back and risked dismissal from their jobs even as federal agencies fired thousands of employees
Leaked Paramount memo reveals what CEO David Ellison told staffers about its hostile WBD bid
Netflix made a winning bid for Warner Bros., but Paramount Skydance has not given up. Read Paramount CEO David Ellison's memo to Paramount employees.
MediaKind and Harmonic’s Video Business to Combine, Creating a Leading Streaming-Infrastructure Platform
Denver, COLORADO – 8 December, 2025 – MediaKind, a global leader in cloud-based video streaming technology, today announced it has entered into an agreement to acquire the Video Business of Harmonic Inc. (NASDAQ: HLIT) for approximately $145 million. Following a French employee works council consultation process, the parties would immediately execute a purchase agreement, and… Continue reading MediaKind and Harmonic’s Video Business to Combine, Creating a Leading Streaming-Infrastructure Platform
Could AI replace seasonal workers?
AI automation could replace 20%-30% of seasonal workers in retail returns processing, as companies adopt advanced systems that improve speed and accuracy.
For small businesses hit by soaring costs, layoffs are painful and personal
Lacie Carroll-Marsh had to lay off 17 of her 31 employees this year: “We have Christmases together. And it hurts. There’s tears on both sides.”
SHRM, the world's largest HR group, has been hit with an $11.5 million verdict in a racial discrimination lawsuit
A jury found the HR trade organization liable for racial discrimination and retaliation against a former employee.
Climate change is boosting health care costs » Yale Climate Connections
An online tool helps businesses figure out how much climate change could increase what they pay for their employees’ health care.
Help! I Called Out a Business for Making Employees Work on a Holiday. I Was Mortified by Their Response.
Prudie replies to readers’ comments and suggestions.
‘Unconscionable': Should police have told town leaders about sex offender business owner?
Petros Sismanis, who owned Hillers Pizza in Hopkinton, Massachusetts, is in ICE custody after assaulting a 16-year-old employee.