Somerville, Mass., has passed laws granting rights to people in polyamorous relationships — and it’s just getting started.
Category: Labor and Jobs
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Why Some Companies Are Saying ‘Diversity and Belonging’ Instead of ‘Diversity and Inclusion’
The changing terminology reflects new thinking among some consultants, who say traditional D.E.I. strategies haven’t worked out as planned.
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How the Last Writers’ Strike Changed Things Onscreen
The impact included promising shows that lost their audiences, films rushed into production with flimsy scripts and turbocharging reality programming.
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Back-to-Office Battles Underscore a Change in Workplace Authority
As workers push back on mandates, business leaders are wrestling with a new, post-pandemic identity.
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Taiwan Is Running Low on a Strategic Asset: Engineers
Taiwan’s world-dominating microchip sector was built by TSMC’s skilled employees. But a demographic crisis, demanding work culture and flagging interest threaten its lead.
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Goldman Sachs to Pay $215 Million to Settle Gender Bias Suit
The lawsuit accused the Wall Street bank of hindering women’s career advancement and paying them less than their male colleagues.
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High Turnover and Low Pay Leave F.D.I.C. Stretched Amid Bank Turmoil
The bank regulator has seen staff lured away by the private sector, leaving the financial system more vulnerable to a crisis.
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In Norway, the Electric Vehicle Future Has Already Arrived
About 80 percent of new cars sold in Norway are battery-powered. As a result, the air is cleaner, the streets are quieter and the grid hasn’t collapsed. But problems with unreliable chargers persist.
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Bringing A.I. Tools to the Workplace Requires a Delicate Balance
Move too slowly, and risk getting left behind. Move too quickly, and neither the staff nor the technology may be ready.
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Hollywood Writers Strike Is ‘Going to Be a While’
The writers and entertainment companies remain far apart on several key issues, including money, and the standoff could last for months.