Cincinnati, OH

At times, even after giving our best, we do not get what we deserve. We must then stand up for our rights and speak for ourselves. A group of ten workers did this when they were denied a raise and the basic amenities that they needed at the workplace. They had first made a request but it went unheard so they decided to skip work on one day and meet at a coworker's place. u/UnoriginallyGeneric shared, "So, up until Monday, I was a lead shipper and receiver and forklift operator for a regional health care company. I supervised five people in my department. Unlike many industries, we never shuttered during COVID."

Ten employees get together and quit their jobs after company refused to give them a deserved raise

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A woman has gone viral on TikTok for one simple trick to lower electricity bills. In a clip that's racked up over 17,000 likes, Kelley Cole (@kelleykelleykelley) shared the tip she learned from a patient 15 years ago. "I've been doing it ever since. I used to do it hardcore. Now I do it softcore, and I do it softcore at my boyfriend’s house. Let me show you," she told viewers. Kelley's clip shows her simply unplugging appliances in her kitchen, including her electric can opener, phone charger, coffee machine and toaster. "It’s just unplugging. My patient called it energy...

Woman shares simple hack to reduce electricity bill

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Multiple studies show that staying active later in life can improve your longevity and quality of life. One study, as reported by Harvard Health Publishing, found that people who worked past the age...

8 Jobs for Retirees That Don’t Require Much Experience

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Dreaming of a work-from-home lifestyle? Make it a reality with our list of 15 high-paying remote jobs, each boasting a minimum hourly wage of $30.

15 Work-From-Home Jobs That Pay at Least $30 an Hour

Saint Petersburg, FL

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Hey foodies and diner lovers! It looks like the beloved Metro Diner in St. Petersburg, known for its hearty portions and Guy Fieri's endorsement, has hit a bump in the road. This popular spot, famous for its pancakes, fried chicken and waffles, and mouthwatering meatloaf, has had to temporarily shut its doors due to some serious issues flagged by a recent state inspection.

Green mold, live roaches and live flying insects - Popular diner closed down in Florida

A Dime Saved

Most jobs are stressful. Sometimes, your job is so stressful that you take the day off. However, you still need money, so taking the day off ends up stressing you out too. Making enough money is also stressful, especially if you’re trying to live frugally. Some people thrive off of high-paced, high-stress work environments, but most do not. Luckily, plenty of unique, fun jobs pay well for those who don’t work well under stress.

​​30 Fun Jobs That Also Pay the Bills

Associated Builders and Contractors recently released its 2024 Workforce Development Survey, which found its member contractors invested $1.6 billion to provide craft, leadership and health and safety education to more than 1.3 million course attendees nationwide in 2023, up from $1.5 billion in 2022 and on track with $1.6 billion in 2021.

Members Invested $1.6 Billion to Upskill 1.3 Million in Construction Workforce Education

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A bill quietly introduced this spring in the Colorado legislature to decriminalize the possession of drug paraphernalia obtained by harm reductionists has become law. As low-key as the legislation was introduced, the bill was signed into law without fanfare June 6. It garnered little to no media attention.

Colorado legalizes needles, pipes for meth and crack if obtained by harm reduction group

Ohio State

The Lantern

On Tuesday, licensed Ohio dispensaries began legally selling non-medical marijuana to consumers; however, the drug’s possession, growth and/or usage are still prohibited on Ohio State’s campus. Credit: Jefferee Woo/Tampa Bay Times/TNS [Original caption: Four citizen-led petitions with proposals to update Dallas’ charter hit the 20,000 valid signature threshold to make it on the Nov. 5 election ballot, including one that would ban police officers from arresting or citing people carrying less than four ounces of marijuana.] As of Tuesday, students 21 and older can now legally purchase marijuana in Ohio.

Dispensary sales of recreational marijuana began Tuesday; possession and usage still prohibited on Ohio State’s campus

Melanie Allen

“No one wants to work anymore,” cries the ruling class while doing everything they can to siphon more and more away from their employees. One employee took to Reddit to share the horrendous treatment their boss thought was okay.

Opinion: Boss's Treatment of Employees Highlights Why No One Wants To Work

The Hill

As organizations navigate the shifting dynamics of the post-pandemic workplace, some have controversially used return-to-office mandates as a strategy to induce voluntary turnover. Recent surveys reveal that this approach has led to unintended and significant consequences, including higher-than-expected attrition rates and a disproportionate loss of women and underrepresented employees. Bamboo...

Employers used return-to-office to make workers quit. Then this happened.

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The gender pay gap has long been a fight for equality with women. Recent studies have found that women earned about 82 cents for every dollar men make in their jobs. The gap stretches even wider for Black women, earning about 70 percent of what white men make. Today, initiatives, like Hire Black Now, are… Continue reading Five High-Paying Jobs Black Women Need To Be Doing

Five High-Paying Jobs Black Women Need To Be Doing

Virginia State

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Disclaimer: This article was written with the help of A.I. software. On July 28, 2024, a TikTok video posted by Erica W., known as @tasteofmelanin on the platform, garnered significant attention after she exposed disturbing racist decorations in an Airbnb rental. The incident occurred in a rental property that Erica had booked, although the exact location remains unspecified. The video has since gone viral, prompting widespread concern and leading to the removal of the listing from Airbnb's platform.

Airbnb Listing Taken Down After Black Woman Finds Hanging Monkeys and Cotton Used As Decor

There are plenty of six-figure jobs out there that don’t require you to become a medical doctor. Take a look at these jobs that make more than $100,000 a year.

11 Jobs With Six-Figure Salaries That Don’t Require a Medical Degree

Jacksonville, FL

Jacksonville Today

A permanent marker will be erected to honor the victims of the racist mass shooting nearly a year ago at a Dollar General store in the New Town community. City Council approved the marker 17-0 on Tuesday night.

Marker will honor victims of racist Dollar General shooting

Denver, CO

In addition to collecting more than 8,000 used needles in the past year from Denver drug users, the Harm Reduction Action Center passed out 10,000 meth pipes and “snort kits,” according to a newsletter sent to its supporters Thursday. They also connected about 1,700 people to medical, mental health and substance abuse treatment.

Denver group hands out 10K meth pipes, ‘snort kits,’ connects 1,700 to treatment annually

South Carolina State

Colleton County, SC

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Some beachgoers were in for a surprise this week when a bizarre looking prehistoric fish washed ashore in Colleton County along Edisto Beach at Edisto Beach State Park. It turned out to be an atlantic sturgeon.

Rare Atlantic sturgeon washes ashore on South Carolina beach

People all over the U.S. are rapidly embracing the money-saving and environmental benefits of solar power for their homes. Yet not all customers are happy with the companies that install solar panels. In the past few years, customer complaints have risen significantly. Solar Reviews, a company that tracks customer satisfaction...

Unscrupulous Solar Panel Installers Are Giving the Industry a Bad Reputation

If you're tired of your white-collar job or are looking for something new, here are some things to consider before switching to a blue-collar job.

11 Pros and Cons of Switching From a White-Collar to Blue-Collar Job

Editor's Note: This story originally appeared on FlexJobs.com. You don’t always need a bachelor’s degree to find a great career that’s also flexible. A growing number of companies accept skills and experience in place of a traditional degree for a variety of jobs across many career categories.

20 Remote Jobs That Usually Don’t Require a Degree

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Tri-State service, hospitality workers say ‘no taxes on tips’ proposal would bring relief

CINCINNATI (WXIX) - Cincinnati has many service and hospitality workers, the majority living on the generosity of their customers’ tips. Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump and...

Tri-State service, hospitality workers say ‘no taxes on tips’ proposal would bring relief

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