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From bustling diners to ordinary offices, many of today’s most recognized celebrities began their careers far from the bright lights of Hollywood. Take a look at these inspiring stars who worked everyday jobs before transforming into entertainment legends. Their journeys from humble beginnings to the top of their fields reveal that with dedication, talent, and…

Netflix has said it will cut 1,000 jobs globally as the streaming giant faces competition from rivals.

Before the flashing lights and global headlines, some of Hollywood’s leading ladies started their journeys with everyday jobs just like the rest of us. From working in fast food to juggling retail gigs, these women proved that grit and determination can launch anyone from humble beginnings to household names. Check out some of the quirky…

Restaurant employment remains on a modest growth trajectory Restaurants expanded payrolls for the second consecutive month in September, though the uneven readings during the last several months indicate the industry remains in a period of modest growth.

Construction giant Balfour Beatty has unveiled plans to increase its UK workforce by 2,000 over the next two years.

Why now:The bill was recently signed into law by Gov. Newsom, although it currently offers $10 million a year, much lower than the $100 million originally asked for. It’s likely to make California more competitive — but a federal production tax credit bill now going through Congress may be the blockbuster. The Motion Picture, Television…

U.S. Sen. Tim Scott, a Republican from South Carolina, talks about new legislation aimed at keeping movie production in the United States. Sept. 30, 2026.

The AI boom has, unsuprisingly, coincided with the bleeding of creative jobs in the U.S.

Jon Voight is joining a bipartisan group of lawmakers touting the need for a federal film and TV production tax credit, saying a new report shows such an incentive would “level the playing field and bring jobs back to our country.”