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A four-day work week test: Thousands to get 100% pay for 80% of time
A movement to shrink the average work week from five days to four has been growing in popularity across the Western world. The U.K. just launched the world’s biggest test yet of the four-day work week to evaluate whether such a move is viable. The six-month pilot program, which started Monday, spans 70 companies — from… -
White House will pay interns for the first time in decades
The White House announced it will begin accepting applications Monday for fall internships, and for the first time in decades, it will actually pay its interns. Successful applicants will be part of a 14-week program that will pay $750 per week. The move to end unpaid internships came after years of scrutiny of federal internships in… -
Depp-Heard verdict delivers blow to #MeToo movement
The verdict in the Johnny Depp-Amber Heard libel trial sent shockwaves around the entertainment and political worlds. In a six-week courtroom drama that captivated the nation, Depp accused Heard, who has been portrayed as a hero of the #MeToo movement, of maliciously defaming him as an abuser. In response, Heard continued to portray Depp as… -
What has US military aid to Ukraine been funding?
The United States has committed tens of billions of dollars in military aid to Ukraine since Russia’s invasion in late February. Combined with other foreign aid, the total U.S. commitment has been nearly $54 billion. Just this week, the Biden administration announced it was sending rockets to Ukraine that can more precisely take out long-range… -
Russia’s war in Ukraine fuels global food crisis, Moscow blames sanctions
Russia’s invasion of Ukraine led to an all-out war, which is now fueling a global food crisis. However, Moscow is blaming the West and international sanctions for the world’s growing food woes. Ukraine and Russia export approximately 30% of the world’s wheat supply, but Western nations are unable to buy the commodity thanks to Russia’s… -
North Korea missile test raises concerns over nation’s arsenal
North Korea conducted another test of an alleged intercontinental ballistic missile on Wednesday, according to South Korean officials. The latest test came shortly after President Joe Biden finished his first visit to Asia since taking office. The North reportedly launched the ICBM and two short-range missiles into the sea, their first test in roughly two… -
Colin Kaepernick eyes possible return to NFL with Raiders workout
Former NFL quarterback Colin Kaepernick has taken a major step toward a possible return to the gridiron. Kaepernick took part in a workout with the Las Vegas Raiders this week, his first official league activity since 2016, according to the Associated Press. Kaepernick created controversy by kneeling during the playing of the national anthem in… -
Health officials: Monkeypox is not like AIDS epidemic
The United Nations and U.S. Centers for Disease control have made it clear that the recent spread of monkeypox is not akin to the AIDS epidemic. The agencies also warned that a stigma related to the LBGTQ community affects the ability to respond effectively to outbreaks. Monkeypox cases have been reported in at least 16… -
#MenToo trending as Johnny Depp, Amber Heard trial nears end
Closing arguments in the trial between Johnny Depp and his ex-wife Amber Heard are expected Friday. In the weeks since the trial started, #MenToo has gained momentum on social media. The #MenToo social movement started in India in 2018 in response to false sexual harassment allegations in the #MeToo movement. One Twitter user wrote, “The… -
Biden launches trade deal to counter China in Asia
President Joe Biden launched a new trade deal with 12 Indo-Pacific nations aimed at strengthening their economies. Biden, speaking at a news conference in Japan, said the pact is designed to raise the economic profile of the U.S. and create a counter to China within Asia. The Indo-Pacific Economic Framework is a broad plan for… -
Taiwan chip production remains priority as Biden tours Samsung plant
U.S. President Joe Biden’s first stop on his inaugural trip to Asia on Friday was a massive Samsung Electronics plant where semiconductor chips are produced. The trip underscores a message of economic security with an eye on China and Taiwan. “The critical component of how we’ll do that in my view is by working with… -
Biden’s Indo-Pacific trip starts in South Korea with China top of mind
President Joe Biden departed on his first trip to the Indo-Pacific region as President. Over the six-day trip, President Biden is set to meet newly elected South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol and Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida. While in Japan, Biden will also meet with fellow leaders of the Indo-Pacific strategic alliance known as… -
Biden, Bezos clash over inflation responsibility
Americans have been bearing the brunt of record inflation for months, shelling out more cash for everyday expenses like groceries and gas. The inflation blame game escalated over the weekend, pitting President Joe Biden against Amazon founder Jeff Bezos. You want to bring down inflation? Let’s make sure the wealthiest corporations pay their fair share.…
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