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A Microsoft worker criticized for time taken on breaks and snacking in a viral video of a workday
Mansi Singhal, a 24-year-old software developer, has gained viral attention after showcasing a day in her life at the Microsoft office, where she works in Hyderabad, India, through an Instagram reel
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Is college actually worth it anymore? Gen Z isn’t sure, study says
A survey of 1,000 full-time Gen Z employees across the US, conducted by ResumeGenius, found that many of these young adults wish they'd studied for a different degree — or not at all.
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You might be experiencing ‘quiet cracking’ at work without realizing it — here’s how to spot the danger signs
If lately you've been feeling less motivated, unproductive or like it's a struggle to drag yourself to work every day — you might be experiencing "quiet cracking."
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New York lost many construction jobs during the pandemic — and still hasn’t recovered: report
New York has failed to recover all the construction jobs lost during the COVID-19 pandemic, in large part because of less demand for office space amid hybrid work policies, according to an industry report released Thursday.
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Exclusive | Meet the professional car sitter who makes sure New Yorkers’ rides don’t get towed in street-sweeping nightmares
Sydney Charlet, 29, a recent NYC transplant from the west coast, has become the city's buzziest "Car Sitter," sitting in strangers' cars in Manhattan during Alternate Street Parking hours.
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I'm a server who earns large tips with this little fib—critics say I lack ethics, but it doesn't bother me
On TikTok, Aislin Parker, a 25-year-old waitress from San Diego, California, sparked debate on social media when she disclosed that she uses her own baby photo to deceive restaurant customers into believing she’s a single mother who needs generous tips
Tech • Views: 580
Cyberattacks alter tech executives' hiring priorities
According to recent research, technology leaders in America believe that cybersecurity threats will pose the greatest challenge for businesses over the next decade, influencing how they approach hiring
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Exclusive | Dolce & Gabbana allegedly stiffed NYC makeup artists out of pay, then fired them when they complained: lawsuit
Two NYC makeup artists say working at Dolce & Gabbana was anything but glamorous -- claiming in a Monday lawsuit the luxury brand stiffed them out of pay and punished them for speaking up.
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Inspector general uncovers 'widespread' misuse of remote work during the Biden administration
A report issued on Friday by a government watchdog revealed that federal employees often broke the work-from-home rules during the Biden administration
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"There are no pauses and no extra perks": Proud traditional wife responds to critics who "believe staying at home isn't actual work."
In a time when numerous women are seeking to move away from conventional gender roles, Maria West is taking a different path — embracing the label of a "trad wife" with pride
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Do you have an ‘office chair butt’? Here’s what workers who ‘refuse to fall victim’ are doing about it
On TikTok, people with traditional 9-to-5 jobs are expressing their fears about the viral "office chair butt," which described the flattening of one's backside due to constant sitting for long work shifts.
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A flight attendant shares the 'darker side' of her jet-setting job, which leaves her feeling 'empty' and 'lonely.'
Megan, a flight attendant from Denver, Colorado, admitted on TikTok to the "dark side" of her life working as a cabin crew member for an unnamed airline
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Men are using bizarre tactics to determine if a date is a gold digger: ‘He just wanted to test me’
At the end of a woman's date, when the $100 check came — he decided to test her to see if she was a gold digger, unbeknownst to her, by asking if she would pay the check.
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You're sitting incorrectly — how it affects your health and the proper way to sit
It seems Grandma was correct all along. Ergonomist Kristianne Egbert offers advice on maintaining proper posture to prevent back pain and other health concerns
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These six mindful 'micro-practices' can contribute to a calmer and happier state of mind — with three that you can practice at work
Pema Sherpa and Brendan Barca, the writers of the recently published “The Daily Buddhist,” share six small practices that can be integrated into your daily routine. Three of these can be done while at work
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The top cities for remote-working Americans uncovered: Affordable housing, high-speed internet, and breathtaking views
Remote work is growing more desirable as employers call staff back to the office five years after the Covid pandemic. However, these opportunities are still out there, especially in hybrid work environments, so landing a job that lets you work from anywhere globally isn't beyond reach
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Trendy workplace benefit is too good to be true: ‘It’s not all it’s cracked up to be’
These days, when people are applying for jobs — they look for an employer that pays well and offers generous paid time off. However, if you see a job listing that offers "unlimited" PTO, it might be a scam — here's why.
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Barbie’s feet are getting flatter — here’s what that means for real-world fashion: study
Researchers from Monash University in Australia say that Barbie's declining foot arch has influenced a decline in the real-world popularity of high heels.
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Putting in this many hours each week can enlarge your brain by 19% — and cause numerous issues
The authors of the study stated that these results imply that extended hours of work could lead to neuroadaptive changes, which might affect cognitive and emotional well-being
Business • Views: 1064
Report: Employee hospitalized and diagnosed with pancreatic failure after being compelled to work 110 hours a week at a US investment bank
An investment bank located in Milwaukee required its junior staff to endure exhausting 110-hour workweeks, leading to at least two instances of hospitalization
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I'm so attractive that I earn money for my 'pretty privilege' — I earned $500 just for eating a sandwich
On TikTok, 26-year-old Saffron Boswell, a financial dominatrix and content creator from the UK, asserts that she frequently earns hundreds of dollars from her "pay pigs." These individuals willingly give her money for performing ordinary activities, such as eating a sandwich and taking selfies on SnapChat
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Exclusive | Every week, I undertake a super-commute to NYC — a demanding 4,000-mile journey, yet it's worth the effort
Nat Cedillo, age 30, is a law student who travels an impressive 4,000 miles round trip weekly, commuting from her new residence in Mexico City, Mexico, to New York City for her law school classes
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Resourceful employees reveal 'extreme' strategies for handling bothersome coworkers: 'Tiny acts of pettiness'
On TikTok, frustrated workers are going viral by sharing their wildest tactics for getting revenge on demanding supervisors and irritating colleagues
Opinion • Views: 1010
‘Trans’ inclusion = all-male finals, the hands-off hypocrite left and other commentary
The protesters gathering against Donald Trump and Elon Musk want “the government to keep its hands on — on our throats choking out our freedoms and in our pockets stealing our money,” thunders the Issues & Insights Editorial Board.
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Here’s what I bill my husband for being a stay-at-home mom, and some argue he’s not paying me adequately
On TikTok, stay-at-home mom Amber Aubrey stated that she bills her husband $2,700 each week for managing household responsibilities such as childcare, cooking, and cleaning