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The Independent •

Dublin Council Considers Potential Hotel Tax Increase for November 2026 Ballot

DUBLIN — Dublin City Council is considering a ballot measure that would increase the city’s Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT), a hotel tax, from 8% to 12% in the November 2026 election.If approved by voters, the increase could generate an estimated $700,000 in additional annual revenue — or roughly $7 million over the next decade, according to a city staff report.Dublin’s six hotels include Aloft, Extended Stay America, Holiday Inn, Hyatt Place, La Quinta Inn & Suites and the IHG Army Hotel at Camp...
The Independent •

DUSD Reaches Impasse as Budget Deficits Deepen

DUBLIN — The Dublin Unified School District (DUSD) and the Dublin Teachers Association (DTA) have reached an impasse after months of contract negotiations, prompting mediation through the California Public Employment Relations Board (PERB) scheduled for Tuesday, Jan. 6.PERB is an independent state agency under California’s Labor and Workforce Development Agency that oversees labor relations between public employers and their employees. As part of the impasse process, PERB assigns a mediator to h...
The Independent •

IKEA Drops Plans To Build Store in Dublin, Focuses on Sustainability, Lowering Costs

DUBLIN — IKEA no longer has plans to open a store on Martinelli Way in eastern Dublin.Years after purchasing city-ap­proved property, the company has decided to sell the 28-acre parcel, citing a shift toward developing smaller-format stores and repurposing vacant retail spaces, according to city officials.The Swedish housewares giant said the move aligns with its broader strategy to enhance convenience, lower delivery costs and meet sustainability goals.The site has sat idle since 2018, when the...
Sanestina •

3 Reasons Why “Summer Fridays” Hot Cocoa Lip Balm Is a Must-Have

LOS ANGELES — During the Christmas holidays, this popular lip balm flavor sold out everywhere—even Sephora ran out of the limited edition Summer Fridays Hot Cocoa Lip Butter Balm. Determined to track it down in person, I eventually gave up after finding every Sephora in town was out of stock. Thankfully, TikTok Shop still had plenty available, and I loved how easy it was to order online.


I’m so happy to say it smells just like hot fudge on a sundae—almost as if I’m sipping a warm cup of cocoa...
Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA) •

Keystone Partners acquires Center for Executive Coaching

Keystone Partners, a Boston-based outplacement and leadership development consulting firm, acquired the Center for Executive Coaching, an executive coach certification and training provider based in Osprey, Florida.The move aims to expand the reach and impact of both companies.“We are thrilled to have Andrew Neitlich [Center for Executive Coaching founder] and the Center for Executive Coaching join the Keystone Partners team, and we are looking forward to investing in the CEC team as it continue...
Rosica | Public Relations Firm •

How Paid Ads Help Connect Nonprofits With New Stakeholders, Expanding Audience Reach | Rosica

To reach younger audiences, it’s important to recognize the limitations of such traditional marketing activities as word-of-mouth, print ads, fundraising events, and brochures. Today, with the pervasive influence of technology, people are continuously connected through their smart devices, making social media a powerful tool for nonprofits. It offers an opportunity to reach new donors, recruit volunteers, and share your mission.
Advertising on social media is a strategic way to build relationshi...
Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA) •

AI references now appear in 14% of tech job ads: Dice

An analysis of tech job postings by job board Dice found that 14% of all listings in February referenced skills related to artificial intelligence or machine learning, up from 9% in the previous year.

The total number of open AI and machine learning jobs rose to 60,784 at the beginning of this year, an increase of 8.5% from 56,018 at the start of 2023. The surge in demand took place despite a 26% decline in overall tech job postings during the same period.

“This is an exciting time to be in tech; in terms of AI’s magnitude, it’s on par with the dawn of the internet and the release of the first smartphones,” Dice CEO Art Zeile said in a press release. “Artificial intelligence is not a new phenomenon, but the demand for AI skills today is escalating across almost every sector.”
Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA) •

Best Staffing Firm Profile: Spectraforce

Building the Culture Fostering an environment of strategic thinkers“We don’t believe in laying people off,” says Amit Singh, co-founder and CEO of Spectraforce. Supporting employees even through tough times is a fundamental principle of the Raleigh, North Carolina-based staffing provider, a sentiment that is echoed throughout its multinational offices and contributes to its vibrant culture. Even amid the tumultuous times of the pandemic, “we didn’t do that to our employees,” he says.Founded in 2...
Sanestina •

4 Must-Try Vegan Facial Toners for Sensitive-Skin Girlies

LOS ANGELES — Finding the best skincare products can feel like a never-ending search, especially with sensitive skin. When I first tried Byoma’s toner, I was amazed at how it instantly soaked into my skin, leaving it feeling fresh and plump. Over time, I noticed my skin looking more radiant, with a strengthened barrier that gave me that coveted glow-up.

Here are four skincare products that have earned a spot in my routine—I think you’ll fall in love with them too.
Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA) •

Male freelancers earn 58% more than females, study says

New data reveals that, on average, men earn 58% more than women from freelancing. The pay gap varies by profession and can reach up to 135% in some fields, according to a study by Solar Staff, a global HR tech firm. The study, aimed at supporting the representation of women in freelancing, analyzed the salaries of 100,000 male and female freelancers to identify the presence of a gender gap in contract employment.

Despite efforts to address it, the gender wage gap persists across the spectrum and the globe. Various sources in the report indicate that women working as full-time employees earn, on average, between 12.7% and 21.8% less than men. That said, Solar Staff’s hourly rate statistics indicate an even wider gap, highlighting the issue’s relevance for both full-time and hourly workers.