Coronavirus

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This is the shocking number of US workers at risk of COVID-19 infection John Anderer

A new study from the University of Washington has calculated the exact number of US workers putting themselves in harm’s way, and the numbers are surprising in their scope. Read More

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This surprising group of people is thriving during quarantine Kyle Schnitzer

The survey found that people with higher measures of extroversion were less likely to experience mental health issues due to social distancing, according to the report. Read More

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These are the top quarantine essentials you need in your home for your health (and sanity)Ladders Deals

Wondering what you really need to stay healthy and sane during the quarantine? Here, we’ve listed some everyday quarantine essentials that will keep your body and mind in decent shape as we continue to navigate the unknown. Read More

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This is why Remdesivir could be a breakthrough drug for COVID-19 patients CW Headley

Remdesivir, initially developed to treat SARS and MERS patients have yielded promising results for patients enduring critical manifestations of COVID-19 as well. Read More

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The Coronavirus lockdown has had this surprising health benefit for many Americans Jennifer Fabiano

With most of the country at home, data from Fitbit shows that Americans are sleeping more and are seeing improved quality of sleep. Read More

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New Yorkers now have to deal with cannibalistic rats during COVID-19 pandemic Kyle Schnitzer

As Americans continue to practice social distancing amid the deadly virus, the closing of restaurants and other businesses has created a shortage of food for rodents in New York City, which means rats around the city have been fending for themselves – and even eating their own kind. Read More

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My job was to write about Coronavirus every day and then I got it Meredith Lepore

I would review our articles on the treadmill at my gym after work (sweating jauntily on the person on the next machine over) not even fathoming that soon the words quarantine, shelter in place, and social distancing would become a part of our vernacular. Read More

The Future of Work

5 disasters to avoid during work video calls Robert Carnevale

Be it wardrobe malfunctions or unmuted mics, there are a lot of mistakes people can make when calling into work via their laptop’s webcam. Here are five disasters to avoid during work video calls, along with tips on how to ensure said disasters never befall you. Read More

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World Health Organization envoy says a COVID-19 vaccine may be tough to find Kyle Schnitzer

A doctor who serves as an envoy to the World Health Organization on COVID-19 warned of the possibility in an interview with CNN, saying that some viruses never see vaccines despite open optimism by leaders to find a way to return life to normal. Read More

Must Reads

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The 12 best people to pick as job references

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I did 8 rounds of interviews and still didn’t get the job

“I’ve interviewed with Google twice now, and when people ask me why I don’t work there, I respond, ‘I can never seem to get past the eighth interview,’” says Steve Silberberg, who is now the founder of Fatpacking, a weight-loss backpacking company.

Myth busted: 5 ageism stereotypes that need to be broken

In the last few months, older social media personalities have been gaining traction on sites like Instagram, Twitter, and Tik Tock. They’re called Grandfluencers, and they’re here to debunk pervasive ageism myths….and make a little cash doing it.

The simple eye contact trick you should use in every conversation

“When two people are having a conversation, eye contact signals that shared attention is high —that they are in peak synchrony with one another.”

How to deal with ‘The Great Resignation’ when you are a manager

Managers are worried about maintaining the talent required to keep the doors open, but they are not asking the right questions.

The flu shot may protect you from severe COVID-19 infection

New research found that the flu vaccine may provide vital protection against COVID-19, reducing the risk of suffering severe infection, like stroke, sepsis, and deep vein thrombosis (DVT).

The best exercises for flabby arms — workouts you’ve never heard of

You can tone your arms with these five workouts, and we have video to show you the right form.

7 things you should never ask your boss

There are some things you should just not ask your boss — these 7 questions are things you should stay clear from in conversation.