Amazon announces layoffs of at least 18,000 jobs

Another tech company announces another round of layoffs. This time it’s Amazon. The retail giant announced it will be cutting 18,000 jobs, or close to 6% of its workforce, as a means to cut costs during a possible economic downturn. This round of layoffs will take place Jan. 18 and will largely focus on eliminating human resources and the company’s “Stores” division, according to The New York Times. Hourly warehouse workers will not be included in this round of layoffs. What does Amazon say about the layoffs announcement? “Companies that...