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More workers are stuck in part-time jobs in warning for the economy, and for our society
The share of workers with multiple jobs is at its highest level in more than 25 years, as Americans cobble together new work arrangements.
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Jan 91 min read
THE WRATH OF STEPHEN MILLER
The man who turns U.S. President and followers most incendiary impulses into policy Related: allies have many growing concerns, including Greenland agenda Also related Also related
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Jan 71 min read
The $160,000 Mechanic Job That Ford Can’t Fill
Ford’s CEO says 5,000 jobs are open. Mechanics say there is little wonder why. Quick Summary Ted Hummel, a “senior master” technician at Klaben Ford, earned approximately $160,000 in 2025 after more than 10 years at the dealership. The automotive industry faces a significant mechanic shortage, with Ford CEO Jim Farley noting 5,000 open jobs at Ford dealerships. Car-repair costs rose 59% from 2014 to 2024, while mechanic wages increased by 34% over the same period.
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Jan 71 min read
Affirming "sync-up" with A.I. (UII w/Claude)
Good morning! So, how about today we do a partial "verifying sync." This would affirm and acknowledge we're in agreement on a variety of primary topics of our past conversations? Specifically, to assure we've"solid sync"on these five topics: 1) Pantakinesis™ , and its foundational three components (•all-encompassing, •motion, •vanishing points), is presently an optimal defining description of reality; 2) the Universal Holophren™ is a framework for the better understanding of
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Jan 77 min read
MAGA’s Foundational Lie
The movement claims to stand with the police. Trump’s decision to pardon the cop-beaters of January 6 exposed his movement for what it is. Related: he wants you to forget it happened
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Jan 61 min read
The Physicist Who Has Appealed to the Pope and Elon Musk on AI Safety
Max Tegmark wants to halt development of artificial superintelligence—and has Steve Bannon, Meghan Markle and will.i.am as supporters
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Jan 61 min read
How to Deal With Bosses Who Think They Are the Smartest Person in the Room
It can be difficult working with leaders who are convinced they always know best. But there are strategies you can try to get your points across.
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Jan 61 min read
The 94-Year-Old Author Sharing Her Tips on the ‘Final Fifth’ of Life
Judith Viorst looks at ways older adults make meaning in their life and what younger people can learn from them
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Jan 61 min read
Brookings perspective on the current U.S. escapades in South America
Go to multifaceted think tank report
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Jan 61 min read
How to tame a complex system
We can't predict or control them—but that doesn't matter
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Jan 51 min read
Adam Grant's #1 phrase to unlock potential
In this week's Big Think Class, Wharton professor Adam Grant shares how to give feedback that will actually help others reach their full potential.
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Jan 51 min read
What a Digital Detox Can Do for You
More people are resolving to spend less time on their phones and social media, and research suggests there are health benefits
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Jan 51 min read
The Biggest Mistake Leaders Make When Delegating
Too many managers take a hands-off approach, and then get frustrated when things go awry. There is a better way Quick Summary Managers often fall into a delegation trap by immediately taking a hands-off approach after assigning tasks, leading to frustration. A ‘delegation dial’ strategy involves five levels: ‘do,’ ‘tell,’ ‘teach,’ ‘coach,’ and ‘safety net,’ based on employee skill and experience. Regular check-ins and periodic reassessment of employee learning stages are cruc
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Jan 51 min read
The Stealth Tactic Bosses Are Using to Get You Back to the Office
Companies hope employees will see attendance as a key to advancement and show up more often without being told
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Jan 51 min read
Tiger Moms Battle for the Hottest Ticket in China: a Tour of a Factory Floor
Parents, ‘da ka’ tourists and car aficionados compete to win Xiaomi’s online lottery
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Jan 51 min read
U.S. leads the world into a geopolitical Wild West
Here, might makes right, and laws and rules fall away.
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Jan 51 min read
Why Universities Can’t Be Neutral
After the Oct. 7 attacks, campus groups pressured trustees to adopt policies enforcing ‘institutional neutrality’. But it is an elusive and illusory goal. Somewhat related
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Jan 51 min read
Your Key Survival Skill for 2026: Critical Ignoring
In an age of endless low-quality information, it’s time to fight our instinct to seek out and absorb all we can. It takes practice.
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Jan 51 min read
The Genius Whose Simple Invention Saved Us From Shame at the Gas Station
On a rainy day in Detroit, a Ford engineer got confused, then soaked—and inspired. It took decades before he got any credit.
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Jan 51 min read
ALBERT EINSTEIN’S BRILLIANT POLITICS
The physicist fought for the promise of a diverse, meritocratic America. We need his optimism today.
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Jan 41 min read
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