Productivity quotas in warehouse settings have come under increased scrutiny in recent years, particularly in light of their potential impact on the health and safety of workers. Senator Ed Markey recently introduced the Warehouse Worker Protection Act, a groundbreaking piece of legislation aimed at regulating the use of productivity quotas by employers like Amazon. This
Wayfair announced a decline in sales during its first quarter, reporting a reduction in losses following a 13% cut in its workforce earlier in the year. The online furniture retailer managed to surpass Wall Street’s expectations in terms of both revenue and losses, with active customer numbers growing by nearly 3% compared to the previous
The United States has seen a significant decrease in pregnancy-related deaths, dropping back to pre-pandemic levels, according to new government data. The provisional CDC data shows that approximately 680 women died last year during pregnancy or shortly after childbirth. This is a notable decrease from 817 deaths in 2022 and a staggering 1,205 deaths in
Vivo recently launched the V30e in India, marking the debut of the new V30 series handset in the country. The device comes with a range of impressive features, including a Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 SoC and an IP64-rated build for water and dust resistance. One of the standout features of the Vivo V30e is its
The recent accusation by the U.S. against Russia for using chemical weapons against Ukrainian troops has escalated tensions between the two nations. The U.S. State Department released a statement accusing Russia of violating the Chemical Weapons Convention by using chloropicrin, a choking agent, against Ukrainian forces. This accusation has led to the imposition of more
The race for faster and more efficient cellular technology is a never-ending one, with each generation pushing the boundaries of what is possible. With 6G now on the horizon, developers are gearing up to unleash the full potential of this next-generation network. A recent technology demo conducted in Japan showcased a prototype wireless device achieving
In a pivotal Game 5 between the Dallas Mavericks and the LA Clippers, Luka Doncic showcased his superstar status by putting up an impressive stat line of 35 points, 7 rebounds, and 10 assists. Despite battling illness and a sprained knee, Doncic managed to lead the Mavs to a commanding 123-93 victory. His resilience and
Former President Donald Trump finds himself in a complex situation as he divides his time between a courtroom in New York, where he is facing charges of falsifying business records in a political hush money case, and a gathering at his luxurious private club in Florida, where he will headline the Republican National Committee’s spring
The Met Office recently issued a new weather warning for thunderstorms that cover significant parts of England and Wales. This warning comes in the wake of heavy rainfall and lightning strikes that affected various areas of the country. The aftermath of these storms resulted in travel delays and property damage, including a care home in
Travis Kelce recently approached the Kansas City Chiefs management requesting a pay raise for the remaining two seasons on his contract. Despite knowing that he was at a negotiating disadvantage, Kelce made it clear that he was not willing to hold out or threaten a holdout to get what he wanted. This shows Kelce’s commitment