Companies name AI as top reason for job cuts for second straight month: Analysis

Companies are increasingly citing artificial intelligence as justification for layoffs, according to a new analysis highlighting growing concerns about the impact of AI on the workforce. US-based employers announced 83,387 job cuts in April, a 38 percent increase from March, according to a report released Thursday by Challenger, Gray & Christmas. Layoffs were still down…

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MV Hondius hantavirus outbreak and a new world of remote travel risks

Remote expedition cruises to places like Antarctica and the Arctic are booming as affluent travelers increasingly seek out isolated, experience-driven destinations far from traditional tourism infrastructure. The global cruise industry serviced a record 37.2 million passengers in 2025, up 7.5% from 2024, according to Cruise Lines International Association, with passenger volume expected to approach 42…

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