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16 essential books by women of color that absolutely belong on your bookshelf Liv McConnell via Fairygodboss

The systemic erasure of Black voices has been a part of our country’s fabric for far too long. (Read: Since its origin.) As we do the work of unweaving that fabric — not just in this current moment, but in a sustained way for days to come — it’s critical that Black voices are amplified … Read More

Health

This is the weird, evolutionary reason men grow beards Kyle Schnitzer

While your kids might think your beard is gross, facial hair is more than just a stylistic accessory, according to one study, which found that over time beards evolved to help humans soften the impact of jabs and punches while protecting people from harm. Read More

Health

This is the only face mask that can reduce contamination by 99%CW Headley

A new study published in the Annals of Internal Medicine offers valuable insight. In it, the authors argue that cotton masks offer the best protection against SARS-CoV-2 virions. Read More

Advice

Parents of picky eaters tend to do this regularly Kyle Schnitzer

Whether it’s forcing your kid to finish his greens at the dinner table or restricting certain foods due to progressive diets, demanding children to eat or disallowing them to enjoy certain foods makes them picky eaters, a new study found. Read More

Health

These are the new foods and drinks you should avoid to reduce cancer risk CW Headley

Recently, ACS published an updated list of the dietary and lifestyle changes that may dramatically reduce one’s risk of developing cancer. Read More

Office Life

Workers in this industry are the most against contact tracing in the workplace Jennifer Fabiano

Fishbowl, a workplace social network that connects professionals through conversations, recently surveyed 17,297 professionals to find out how workers are currently feeling about contact tracing in the workplace. Read More

How To

6 ways to keep your team’s energy high during the summer lockdown Lindsay Tigar

Rather than keeping up business as usual, experts suggest implementing a few strategies that boost morale—even when you’re nowhere near one another: … Read More

Latest News

This billionaire investor says white collar workers’ jobs are in major jeopardy Kyle Schnitzer

Jeffrey Gundlach, the CEO of DoubeLine Capital, said a wave of “higher-end unemployment” could hit white-collar workers making north of $100,000 as companies begin to reassess the need for these employees due to the COVID-19 pandemic, which has claimed millions of jobs and had a devasting outcome on the economy. Read More

Advice

This is the most important aspect of teaching & mentorship, according to science John Anderer

What is the most important aspect of teaching and mentorship? According to science, this is it — see more, by reading the article, here. Read More

How To

How to improve diversity hiring at your company Lindsay Tigar

To address the race disparity within your company, get started with these strategies and tactics recommended by Black leaders across the country. Read More

Health

This is the other very scary reason why you should be washing your hands more John Anderer

A new study from the University of Toronto is providing yet another reason to break out the soap more often. Harmful and toxic flame retardants may be hiding on your hands and smartphone. Read More

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