You might have heard that unemployment fell in August only because armies of the unemployed are despairing of finding work. The reality is more complicated -- but true enough that somebody should do something about it.

Some 6.3 million people have been out of work and looking for a job for more than six months. The employment-to-population ratio is lower than it was ...

U.S. private employers have recorded 11 consecutive months of job gains, yet the number of people who are so discouraged that they have given up sear...

In this job market, many people are in a panic and believe they should just take any job. The last thing on their mind is pursuing a passion. However, focusing on your passion now is a great way to alleviate your stress and energize you.

WASHINGTON — The unemployment rate fell in most states in June, mainly because more people gave up searching for work and were no longer counted...