Jane Harper
Copy Editor at The HR Digest Magazine
Author of Australian novels The Dry, Force of Nature, The Lost Man, The Survivors. Exiles out now.
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2 weeks ago |
thehrdigest.com | Jane Harper |Jane Harper
Every year as Easter Sunday approaches, shoppers across the nation scramble to finalize their spring projects. This year, if you’re wondering, “Is Lowe’s open on Easter?” the answer is a firm no. On April 20, Lowe’s will honor its annual tradition of closing all 1,751 stores for 24 hours. It’s a move that has now become a hallmark of the company’s culture. The reason behind Lowe’s store closure in 2025 isn’t tied to financial woes or a sudden crisis; it’s a people-first move.
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2 weeks ago |
thehrdigest.com | Jane Harper |Jane Harper
The Golden State of California is stepping up with bold new AI laws. From tackling deepfakes to safeguarding privacy, California’s AI laws are set to create a global benchmark. With the new AI legislation in California rolling out in 2025 and 2026, businesses, workers and consumers will need to brace for change. The new AI laws of 2025 is a turning point. For instance, Assembly Bill 2013, effective January 1, 2026, demands transparency from generative AI developers.
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2 weeks ago |
thehrdigest.com | Jane Harper |Jane Harper
The upcoming No Tax on Overtime (H.R. 561.) bill has sparked curiosity among the nation’s workers and employers alike. With the proposal still in limbo around federal and state tax policies, many are eager to understand how this tax exemption on overtime pay could impact their final paychecks. In this article, we’ll answer key questions around No Tax on Overtime in Virginia.
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3 weeks ago |
thehrdigest.com | Jane Harper
The automotive industry is no stranger to turbulence, and General Motors (GM) is once again navigating the choppy waters of layoffs. In January 2025, GM filed a WARN notice signaling layoffs at its Fairfax Assembly plant in Kansas. The upcoming General Motors’ layoffs will send ripples through the workforce and raise questions about the automaker’s future direction.
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4 weeks ago |
thehrdigest.com | Jane Harper
The upcoming 25% auto tariffs on imports from Canada and Mexico are set to ignite a full-blown trade war that will only end with more layoffs in 2025. For the U.S. automotive industry, this is more than a policy change. It’s a significant shift that could not only increase car prices by as much as $10,000 but also unleash a fresh wave of layoffs in the auto industry.
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Force of Nature is out on Aug 24 in Australian cinemas. I love the film and hope you enjoy it as much as I do! #ForceOfNatureMovie https://t.co/8biUCgvlss
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I'm heading to the US later this month for in-person events with really some great booksellers to mark the US launch of Exiles on Jan 31. I hope you can join us, events details here: https://t.co/JdADeQQcx1 https://t.co/2he2uxPnWF