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# January 2026

Page 3 of 3

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[![Israel Foreign Workers 2026, Permits Rise Toward 330,000 Quota](https://cdn.metaintro.com/rs:fill:400:224/q:85/plain/images/construction-2.png) Information ### Israel Foreign Workers 2026, Permits Rise Toward 330,000 Quota Israel had a record 250,000 foreign workers by August 2026 after almost 61,000 new permits in 2025, nearing its 3.3% quota of about 330,000 workers. January 6, 2026Read Article →](/blog/israel-foreign-workers-2025-labor-shortage)
[![Virginia Minimum Wage Reaches $12.77 as $15 Goal Stalls](https://cdn.metaintro.com/rs:fill:400:224/q:85/plain/images/cafeworker.png) Salary ### Virginia Minimum Wage Reaches $12.77 as $15 Goal Stalls Virginia minimum wage increases to $12.77 per hour effective January 1, 2026, under CPI-adjusted formula. Original 2020 plan to reach $15 by 2026 derailed by Governor Youngkin vetoes; Democrats now target $15 by 2028. January 6, 2026Read Article →](/blog/virginia-minimum-wage-reaches-1277-as-15-goal-stalls)
[![Michigan Minimum Wage Jumps to $13.73 Amid Economic Adjustment](https://cdn.metaintro.com/rs:fill:400:224/q:85/plain/images/baristaworker-3.png) Salary ### Michigan Minimum Wage Jumps to $13.73 Amid Economic Adjustment Michigan's minimum wage is $13.73 an hour from January 1, 2026, up from $12.48. Tipped workers get $5.49 and minors $11.67, with $15 targeted by 2027. January 6, 2026Read Article →](/blog/michigan-minimum-wage-jumps-1373-amid-economic-adjustment)
[![New Jersey Minimum Wage Rises to $15.92 But Farmworkers Earn Less](https://cdn.metaintro.com/rs:fill:400:224/q:85/plain/images/worker-4.png) Salary ### New Jersey Minimum Wage Rises to $15.92 But Farmworkers Earn Less New Jersey minimum wage increases to $15.92 for most workers effective January 1, 2026, with 43-cent CPI-tied raise. Farmworkers receive $14.20, seasonal workers $15.23, tipped staff $6.05 while 20 US states maintain $7.25 federal minimum. January 6, 2026Read Article →](/blog/new-jersey-minimum-wage-rises-1592-farmworkers-earn-less)
[![Military Pay Rises 3.8% in 2026 with BAH and Veterans Benefits Increases](https://cdn.metaintro.com/rs:fill:400:224/q:85/plain/images/militaryofficer.png) Salary ### Military Pay Rises 3.8% in 2026 with BAH and Veterans Benefits Increases Active military receive 3.8% basic pay raise in 2026 as President Trump signs NDAA. BAH increases average 4.2%, BAS rises 2.4%, while veterans and retirees get 2.8% COLA boost to disability compensation and retirement benefits. January 6, 2026Read Article →](/blog/military-pay-rises-38-percent-2026-bah-veterans-benefits-increases)
[![Wisconsin NEMT Provider NMotion Expands Hiring Statewide](https://cdn.metaintro.com/rs:fill:400:224/q:85/plain/images/medicalvan.png) Hiring ### Wisconsin NEMT Provider NMotion Expands Hiring Statewide NMotion Medical Transportation seeks drivers and dispatchers across Wisconsin as non-emergency medical transport demand surges. Madison-based company completes hundreds monthly trips, offers flexible schedules and wellness perks amid 7.05% industry CAGR through 2025. January 6, 2026Read Article →](/blog/wisconsin-nemt-provider-nmotion-expands-hiring-statewide)
[![Gen Z Faces Entry Level Job Paradox](https://cdn.metaintro.com/rs:fill:400:224/q:85/plain/images/laptopondesk-2.png) Hiring ### Gen Z Faces Entry Level Job Paradox 35% of entry-level jobs now require 3+ years experience as Gen Z confronts 29-point drop in junior positions since January 2024. Ghost jobs plague 45% of listings while AI eliminates traditional career entry points creating impossible catch-22. January 6, 2026Read Article →](/blog/gen-z-faces-entry-level-job-paradox)
[![Goldman Sachs Warns AI Layoffs Approaching](https://cdn.metaintro.com/rs:fill:400:224/q:85/plain/images/emptyoffice-13.png) AI ### Goldman Sachs Warns AI Layoffs Approaching Goldman Sachs predicts AI-driven layoffs will continue through 2026 as companies prioritize automation over hiring. Major tech firms have already cut over 54,000 jobs citing AI efficiency gains, with investors growing skeptical of workforce reductions. January 6, 2026Read Article →](/blog/goldman-sachs-warns-ai-layoffs-approaching)

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