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What is emotional labor, and how do we get it wrong?

The term "emotional labor" is applied to an array of home-based activities—from keeping mental to-do lists, to remembering to call your in-laws on their birthdays. Some advocate the need to teach boys emotional labor, or identify it as the unpaid j.....»»

Category: topSource:  marketingvoxJul 11th, 2022

It sounds like science fiction. But we can now sample water to find the DNA of every species living there

Figuring out what species live in an ecosystem, and which ones are rare or just good at hiding is an essential way to understand and care for them. Until now, it's been very labor intensive......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsNov 15th, 2023

Apple admits discriminating against US citizens through PERM program; paying $25M

Apple has admitted to discriminating against US citizens and green card holders when hiring workers through Permanent Labor Certification Program (PERM). It has been fined $6.7M, and has agreed to pay a total of $18.25M to compensate those who wer.....»»

Category: topSource:  theglobeandmailRelated NewsNov 14th, 2023

Stellantis offers buyouts to 6,400 salaried employees

Workers with at least five years of seniority are eligible for the buyouts, which come as UAW members vote on a tentative labor agreement that provides double-digit raises and calls for $19 billion in manufacturing investments......»»

Category: topSource:  autonewsRelated NewsNov 13th, 2023

I love Apple, but it’s totally wrong about iMessage and RCS

I love Apple and I love my iPhone. But when it comes to iMessage and RCS, Apple is totally in the wrong. Here's why......»»

Category: topSource:  digitaltrendsRelated NewsNov 13th, 2023

Many physicists assume we must live in a multiverse—but their basic math may be wrong

One of the most startling scientific discoveries of recent decades is that physics appears to be fine-tuned for life. This means that for life to be possible, certain numbers in physics had to fall within a certain, very narrow range......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsNov 13th, 2023

What went wrong with The Marvels? 5 reasons why the MCU is in trouble

After a disastrous opening reception, many are asking this question: What went wrong with The Marvels? Here are 5 reasons why the latest MCU movie flopped......»»

Category: topSource:  marketingvoxRelated NewsNov 12th, 2023

Here’s more proof that Apple is wrong about MacBook memory

Some new testing has been published that calls into question Apple's defense of the amount of memory it puts in its high-end MacBook Pro......»»

Category: topSource:  informationweekRelated NewsNov 11th, 2023

Designing biosecurity plans for hobby farms

More and more people are practicing farming because they enjoy the outdoors, animals, and the fruits of their labor as opposed to seeing farming as a primary source of income......»»

Category: topSource:  informationweekRelated NewsNov 10th, 2023

Apple to pay $25 million settlement over illegally favoring immigrant workers

Apple has agreed to settle claims made by the U.S. Department of Justice that the company had illegally favored hiring immigrant workers over citizens or green card holders.Apple ParkLaws surrounding hiring practices and labor discrimination are comp.....»»

Category: appleSource:  appleinsiderRelated NewsNov 9th, 2023

Biden wants UAW style labor deal for all U.S. auto workers

Biden spoke to UAW workers here in Illinois as the Democratic president tries to rally support for his economic agenda and firm up sagging popularity numbers, ahead of a re-election campaign next year......»»

Category: topSource:  autonewsRelated NewsNov 9th, 2023

I tested Intel’s new overclocking tool, and it does AI all wrong

Intel's new AI Assist feature, which promises higher overclocking performance with the touch of a button, doesn't seem to be doing much......»»

Category: topSource:  digitaltrendsRelated NewsNov 8th, 2023

Intel’s new overclocking tool does AI all wrong

Intel's new AI Assist feature, which promises higher overclocking performance with the touch of a button, doesn't seem to be doing much......»»

Category: topSource:  digitaltrendsRelated NewsNov 8th, 2023

How to fix Touch ID problems on the Mac

Not all versions of the Mac include a Touch ID keyboard, but it is always an option, it is always worth it — and there is always a chance of problems. Here's how to fix what could go wrong.You will get so used to unlocking the Mac with your finger.....»»

Category: appleSource:  appleinsiderRelated NewsNov 7th, 2023

The Vision Pro is the wrong product at the wrong time for Apple

Apple’s rollout of the Vision Pro could hamper its sales, a report has claimed, with a high price and in-person appointments adding to the sales friction......»»

Category: topSource:  digitaltrendsRelated NewsNov 6th, 2023

American Axle takes big financial loss on UAW strike, operation woes

American Axle & Manufacturing Holdings Inc. suffered a $17.4 million net loss in the third quarter due to the United Auto Workers strike as well as labor and operational issues of its own......»»

Category: topSource:  autonewsRelated NewsNov 4th, 2023

No, Okta, senior management, not an errant employee, caused you to get hacked

If a transgression by a single employee breaches your network, you're doing it wrong. Enlarge (credit: Omar Marques/SOPA Images/LightRocket via Getty Images) Identity and authentication management provider Okta on Friday.....»»

Category: topSource:  theglobeandmailRelated NewsNov 4th, 2023

Everyone Was Wrong About Why Cats Purr

Cats purr when they’re happy and kittens purr so their mothers can find them. But it turns out purring may be more like a snore than a smile......»»

Category: gadgetSource:  wiredRelated NewsNov 3rd, 2023

Uber, Lyft pay $328 million for “cheating drivers” out of earnings, NY says

Wrong deductions "withheld hard-earned pay from drivers," NY AG says. Enlarge / Ride-share pick-up and drop-off location in August 2023 for US Open in Flushing Meadows, New York. (credit: Getty Images | Universal Images Group).....»»

Category: topSource:  arstechnicaRelated NewsNov 3rd, 2023

GM, Ford shares are so cheap they’re worth buying, analyst says

Labor strikes and other auto industry challenges have made shares of General Motors Co. and Ford Motor Co. “historically cheap,” creating a buying opportunity for investors, according to Barclays......»»

Category: topSource:  autonewsRelated NewsNov 3rd, 2023

UAW ‘home run" carries big price

A deal that boosts top wages to more than $41 an hour by 2027 and restores much of what the UAW gave up over the past two decades will increase labor costs by $850 to $900 per vehicle, Ford said......»»

Category: topSource:  autonewsRelated NewsOct 28th, 2023