McKinsey warns that women’s employment to bear the brunt of AI’s impact more than men’s

A recent study conducted by McKinsey & Co has revealed that as artificial intelligence becomes more prevalent, women will face greater concerns regarding job automation compared to men. The research, conducted by McKinsey Global Institute, analyzed labor-market trends in the United States up until 2030 and found that women are 1.5 times more likely than …

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Lack of Adequate Protection for Workers Against Extreme Heat in America

In recent months, the climate crisis has unleashed scorching temperatures and hazardous wildfire smoke across the nation. These severe conditions pose a threat to everyone, but they are especially dangerous for those who work outdoors, whether it be in the fields, construction sites, or even indoor workplaces. Surprisingly, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), …

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An Almost Recession Triggered by a Simple Mistake

For quite some time, prominent economists have cautioned that the most effective way to control inflation would be to increase unemployment, essentially triggering a recession. Last summer, former Treasury Secretary Lawrence Summers even predicted that we would need five years of unemployment above 5 percent. Paradoxically, every strong jobs report seemed like a negative sign, …

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These Tip Screens: How Awkward Are They?

As electronic transactions continue to gain popularity, more and more businesses are integrating gratuity prompts into their systems, or “tip screens.” While this serves as a convenient reminder for customers to leave a tip, it can cause discomfort for service workers who assist them. According to a Starbucks employee who spoke anonymously to Insider, the …

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