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The eight Howard Stern Show staffers who survived the latest mass layoffs

Eight Howard Stern Show employees were highlighted in a recent Instagram post, seemingly confirming their continued employment. This comes shortly after reports of significant layoffs affecting a dozen other staff members. The show is also transitioning to one live broadcast per week starting this fall. Several individuals were named in the post, while others confirmed their departures via social media. Stern recently renewed his contract for an additional three years.

New York, New York

https://www.yahoo.com/entertainment/videos/eight-howard-stern-show-employees-114927173.html


Verizon Ends Community Forum Amid AI Push

Verizon is discontinuing its customer support forum, a platform that has been active for 18 years. This decision follows recent significant layoffs within the company. The carrier is increasingly integrating artificial intelligence into its operations to streamline services. Customers can still access support through the My Verizon App and the company's website. The forum will officially cease operations on August 18th.

New York, New York

https://www.thestreet.com/retail/verizon-community-forum-shuts-down-after-layoffs


Video Game Contractors Face Worsening Job Insecurity

The video game industry continues to see significant layoffs, with contract workers now facing even greater instability. Many contractors work for low wages with few benefits, often serving as a crucial part of development teams. Companies are increasingly cutting contract labor to manage budgets, leading to a flooded job market. This trend is exacerbated by the adoption of machine translation and concerns about AI replacing human roles. The precarious nature of contract work is leaving many talented individuals questioning their future in the industry.

San Francisco, California

https://kotaku.com/amidst-mass-layoffs-contract-workers-devastated-video-games-2000718416


Tech layoffs in 2026: Tracking job cuts at Microsoft, Meta, Oracle, Samsung, Monday.com, and others

The technology sector is experiencing significant layoffs as companies adapt to advancements in artificial intelligence. Oracle, in particular, has made substantial workforce reductions, cutting 21,000 jobs over the past year. Many companies cite AI integration and a need for restructuring as primary drivers for these employment changes. California has launched a tool to track AI's impact on the workforce in response to these trends. The rate of layoffs in tech appears to be accelerating compared to the previous year.

https://tech.yahoo.com/general/article/tech-layoffs-tracker-2026-all-of-the-current-job-losses-across-mondaycom-oracle-meta-microsoft-samsung-and-others-144545528.html


IBM Is The World’s Worst Big Tech Company

IBM missed every major tech revolution from PCs to AI, shrinking to a $200 billion market cap while private OpenAI is valued at $900 billion.

IBM, which has been poorly run for decades, is on the ropes. The company has had plenty of practice managing decline. When it warned about its earnings a week ago, the stock dropped over 20%. It is down 30% for the year, while the S&P is up 9%. The picture is even bleaker from another vantage point: in early June, the stock changed hands at $329, but it trades at very slightly better than $200 now.

https://247wallst.com/investing/2026/07/23/ibm-is-the-worlds-worst-big-tech-company/


Warehouse Closure to Eliminate 147 Jobs

Transform Warehouse Operations, LLC will close its Falls Township facility in September. This closure will result in the layoff of 147 employees. The 2.2 million-square-foot warehouse is located at 1 Kresge Road in Fairless Hills. The company has other facilities in California, Florida, and Kansas. The warehouse was previously used by Kmart and Sears.

Fairless Hills, Pennsylvania

https://patch.com/pennsylvania/levittown/147-layoffs-coming-lower-bucks-co-warehouse-closure


Southwest could announce job cuts Thursday following earnings release

Southwest Airlines reported second-quarter earnings that surpassed expectations. However, the company is experiencing significant pressure from increased fuel costs. This financial strain is leading to discussions about potential workforce reductions. An announcement regarding layoffs is anticipated soon. The airline is navigating a challenging economic environment.

Dallas, Texas

https://www.cbsnews.com/texas/video/southwest-may-announce-layoffs-thursday-after-earnings-report-spike-in-fuel-cost/


Jobless Claims Hit 50-Year Low

U.S. unemployment aid applications fell to 187,000 last week, the lowest since 1969. This indicates historically low layoff numbers despite global economic uncertainty. Analysts expected higher filings, but the Labor Department reported a significant decrease. Weekly jobless claims serve as a key indicator of the job market's health. The strong labor market persists despite rising oil prices and geopolitical tensions.

Washington, D.C.

https://www.kiro7.com/news/business/us-filings/KYEZ363Q5Q64ZFANTOCWDC6SPA/?outputType=amp


Splice Restructures, Cuts Staff

Music production platform Splice has confirmed a strategic restructuring that includes staff layoffs. The company stated these changes are intended to increase focus and agility. Splice is reallocating investments to better serve creators. They expressed gratitude to departing employees for their contributions. The goal is to build next-generation tools for musicians.

New York, NY

https://musictech.com/news/music/splice-confirms-staff-layoffs-and-restructuring/


Four high-profile AI layoffs reveal four different reasons behind the cuts

A recent analysis reveals that major tech companies like Oracle, Amazon, Cloudflare, and Block have cited artificial intelligence in their layoff announcements. However, the underlying reasons for these workforce reductions differ significantly among them. Some companies are reallocating funds towards AI infrastructure, while others are simplifying organizational structures or undergoing direct AI-driven restructuring. The research suggests that many of these layoffs are preemptive cost-saving measures to finance AI development rather than direct job replacements by automation. This divergence in explanations has implications for how HR communicates these changes to employees and stakeholders.

https://hrexecutive.com/four-big-name-ai-layoffs-four-different-explanations/


Downstream Webcast

Why are these execs so delusional? The message could not be more clear: pump all your data into our systems so our AI and India teams can cut your jobs. Also, get your a-s in an office even if that means you're staring at a wall.

Cut the execs, watch us perform better without them.


AI Threatens Outdated Jobless Aid

America's existing layoff safety nets, including unemployment insurance and outplacement services, are ill-equipped for AI-driven job displacement. These systems were designed for a different economic era with cyclical, blue-collar layoffs and shorter unemployment periods. Current unemployment insurance trust funds are underfunded, and outplacement services often lack accountability for actual job placement or skill development. Federal reemployment programs also de-prioritize mid-career professionals, leaving them underserved. HR leaders must proactively adapt these systems to support workers through the coming economic shifts.

https://hrexecutive.com/americas-layoff-safety-net-was-built-for-a-different-economy-and-ai-is-about-to-break-it/


GM Halts Indiana EV Battery Plant Construction

General Motors is pausing construction on its $3.5 billion electric vehicle battery plant in Indiana. This decision is a strategic response to shifting consumer demand for EVs and evolving market conditions. The company aims to align its manufacturing capacity with current sales forecasts and avoid overproduction. This pause will impact expected job creation and local economic development in the short term. GM will reassess its production strategy and battery technology integration during this period.

New Carlisle, Indiana

https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/insight/gm-pauses-3-5b-indiana-ev-battery-plant-amid-demand-shift/gm-GMAEC4E1F5?gemSnapshotKey=GMAEC4E1F5-snapshot-0


ESPN, NFL Network Cut Staff

Major sports media outlets are reportedly laying off prominent on-air personalities. ESPN anchor Karl Ravech and NFL Network reporter Tom Pelissero are among those expected to be dismissed. Former NFL quarterback Cam Newton is also reportedly affected by these cuts. These layoffs come as ESPN integrates NFL Network employees following a recent billion-dollar deal. The full extent of the staff reductions remains unclear.

Indianapolis, Indiana

https://sports.yahoo.com/mlb/article/espn-to-reportedly-lay-off-tom-pelissero-karl-ravech-and-cam-newton-133633351.html


Chartwells Layoffs Follow Parkway School District Contract Loss

A food service provider is permanently laying off 93 workers. The company lost its contract with the Parkway School District. This employment loss is effective in late June and early July. No bumping rights are available for affected employees. The company was notified its contract would not be renewed.

Chesterfield, Missouri

https://979kickfm.com/ixp/463/p/missouri-food-service-layoffs/


Humana Q2 Earnings Call Coming up Next Week

I wonder what kind of malarkey the CFO & CEO are putting together to make Humana look so good. Wonder if they will say anything about all the qualified and experienced workers they are displacing.

Humana, and all of these large for-profit health insurance corporations, need to have their Medicare & Medicaid contracts taken away by the government. These corporations have milked and taken advantage of a system that has propped up these corporations that are not only fulfilling their end of the bargain.

The whole reason for these cooperations administering Medicare Advantage, in lieu of Traditional Medicare was to help keep costs from getting out of hand by guarding against fraud, waste, and abuse. But instead of fulfilling THAT mandate, these corporations are lining c-suite executives and shareholder’s pockets with millions of dollars, all the while in denying catastrophic health claims to the elderly, poor, and disabled AND displacing its own American citizen workforce with cheaper temporary H-1B Visas. And these corporations are not even dealing with the fraud, waste, and abuse. But they are denying legitimate claims.

These for-profit corporations would not even exist if not propped up by American tax payer monies. And yet they continue to layoff their very own country’s (Americans) workers, some of which even served their country during wars. This is a slap in the face to this country!


Office Supply and E-commerce Giants Cut Jobs

Staples and Amazon are closing multiple facilities across the United States, leading to hundreds of job losses. These closures are driven by shifts towards online shopping, digital tools, and operational efficiency. Staples will close two stores in August 2026, while Amazon is shutting down a Florida fulfillment center. The Amazon facility closure impacts 494 employees and is part of a broader streamlining effort. These actions reflect ongoing industry-wide restructuring in retail and logistics.

Goleta, California; Levittown, New York; Port St. Lucie, Florida

https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/insight/staples-and-amazon-announce-closures-affecting-hundreds-of-jobs/gm-GMB7DD9547?gemSnapshotKey=GMB7DD9547-snapshot-0


Watt Questions McAfee's Salary Amid ESPN Cuts

JJ Watt questioned Pat McAfee's reported $100 million salary during an appearance on McAfee's show. Watt asked if the large payout meant others were being fired to fund it. This occurred as ESPN announced significant layoffs, impacting several well-known personalities. McAfee acknowledged the narrative but defended his team's work. The comments Watt made were reportedly removed from the show's YouTube upload.

https://people.com/jj-watt-calls-out-pat-mcafee-over-100m-contract-amid-espn-layoffs-12024499


Hard Rock Cafe Miami Ceases Operations

The iconic Hard Rock Cafe in Miami is closing its doors after three decades of service. This closure will result in the loss of 117 jobs. The decision comes as the company winds down one of its services. This marks the end of an era for the popular establishment. The impact on local employment is significant.

Miami, Florida

https://www.miamiherald.com/miami-com/restaurants/article316233804.html


Union Condemns Microsoft's Layoff Tactics

CWA Canada is criticizing Microsoft's recent layoffs at Bethesda Game Studios Montreal. Approximately a dozen union members were terminated in a brief video call, denied the opportunity to ask questions. These employees will receive pay for eight weeks while staying home. This incident is part of a larger wave of 3,200 job cuts across Xbox. The union plans to pursue legal and contractual actions to defend its members.

Montreal, Quebec

https://gameluster.com/bethesda-montreal-layoffs-cwa-canada-microsoft/


Wells Fargo Cuts More Iowa Jobs

Wells Fargo is implementing further workforce reductions in Central Iowa. Approximately 20 employees at the West Des Moines campus will be laid off on September 19th. An additional 43 positions are scheduled for elimination on August 22nd. This brings the total number of layoffs in the Des Moines metro area to 301 for 2026. The company continues to reduce its employee count in the region.

West Des Moines, Iowa

https://whoradio.iheart.com/featured/who-radio-news/content/2026-07-22-more-lay-offs-at-wells-fargos-west-des-moines-campus/


AI Reshaping Jobs, Not Eliminating Them, Adecco States

Staffing firm Adecco believes artificial intelligence is transforming job tasks rather than causing widespread job losses. While some employers cite AI for recent US layoffs, Adecco's report indicates overall employment remains strong in OECD countries. The company suggests AI automates specific parts of roles, particularly routine tasks, rather than eliminating entire positions. This shift may lead to entry-level roles focusing more on supervision and quality control of AI-generated output. Consequently, employers may adjust hiring and training to emphasize AI oversight and critical judgment.

https://finimize.com/content/adecco-thinks-ai-will-reshape-work-without-mass-layoffs


Blazers Reduce Broadcast Team

The Portland Trail Blazers have significantly reduced their broadcast staff. This move comes as part of ongoing organizational layoffs. Several long-term employees, including the play-by-play announcer, are departing. The announcer declined a contract offer he deemed "subprime." These cuts impact the team's media production.

Portland, Oregon

https://www.kgw.com/video/sports/nba/blazers/portland-trail-blazers-gut-broadcast-staff-amid-ongoing-layoffs/283-e93d5d70-8bac-4c41-8837-4a0fba6cd3fd


Uber AI Integration Leads to Workforce Reduction

Uber has implemented job cuts affecting approximately 10% of its community operations team. This move is part of a broader strategy to streamline operations and enhance in-person collaboration. The company is also actively integrating artificial intelligence into its processes. These layoffs follow a previous reduction in the company's people division. Uber is continuing to hire for roles, particularly in engineering for robotaxi development.

San Francisco, California

https://www.ndtvprofit.com/business/uber-layoffs-ai-push-triggers-10-percent-job-cuts-check-who-gets-affected-11808823