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Libraries around the world are helping safeguard Ukrainian books and culture

Libraries around the world are helping safeguard Ukrainian books and culture

My mother was born in Sambir, Ukraine, and my father in Przemyśl, Poland. They both spent their childhoods as refugees. They lived among displaced Ukrainians who fled to Austria and Germany as the Red Army advanced in July 1944. My grandparents’ decision to abandon their homes and leave everything behind saved my parents from the tyranny of […] … learn more→

The truth about the ‘great resignation’ – who changed jobs, where they went and why

The truth about the ‘great resignation’ – who changed jobs, where they went and why

The great resignation is a buzzphrase that first appeared in May 2021, and has struck fear into the hearts of employers ever since. Coined in the US, the term refers to the unprecedented rise in the number of workers resigning from their jobs following the pandemic. There has since been a huge amount of research trying […] … learn more→

Why universities need to open the lines of communication with Russians, not close them

Why universities need to open the lines of communication with Russians, not close them

The decision by the Australian National University (ANU) and other universities in Australia and overseas to suspend all ties and activities with Russian research institutions, while significant in its moral stance, could have unintended consequences. We need to be careful we are not shutting off networks and ceasing dialogue with Russians, as this is counterproductive and empowers Russia’s propaganda machine. Keeping […] … learn more→

A guide for the best car rentals to suit your needs

A guide for the best car rentals to suit your needs

When out for a vacation, deciding on the correct mode of transportation is very important. If your travels become easier through car rentals, then you need to make sure that you choose the right services. Because choosing the right car rental can be a big contributor to how well your vacation will be. Therefore, if […] … learn more→

How to spend your last days at a job you’ll soon be departing

How to spend your last days at a job you’ll soon be departing

There are many reasons for which people depart from jobs. Sometimes, a certain job or workplace no longer aligns with a person’s values. In other cases, the departure is purely income-based. However, regardless of why you’ve chosen to leave your current job, it behooves you to conduct yourself in a courteous, professional manner when getting […] … learn more→

Show me the money: Employees not only want better pay, they want status

Show me the money: Employees not only want better pay, they want status

There has been endless chatter about the Great [insert pandemic-related work trend here]. Resignation. Renegotiation. Reshuffle. Regardless of the descriptor used, employees in the United States are purportedly re-evaluating the role of work in their lives. While some of this is related to deeper existential questions — like “What am I doing with my life?” or “Is this really how I […] … learn more→

Internet speed: How much do you really need?

Internet speed: How much do you really need?

Anything you do online relies on network speed. Even just an essential pastime may become a time-consuming struggle if your home connection speed isn’t fast enough—a problem that’s all too typical in rural places where adequate internet connection is tough to obtain. But how fast do you need the internet to be? We’ve created a […] … learn more→

Things to note while investing in Mutual Funds

Things to note while investing in Mutual Funds

We check every detail before making a massive purchase in our daily lives. The decision has a significant effect on our finances and life. We consider each component before shortlisting, whether a property, appliance, or valuables. This makes us equipped to form an informed opinion. The same tactic is useful while investing in the Stock […] … learn more→

Discrimination in the workplace – what you need to know

Discrimination in the workplace – what you need to know

The Wex Legal Dictionary states that:  “Employment Discrimination laws seek to prevent discrimination based on race, sex, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, physical disability, and age by employers.  Discriminatory practices include bias in hiring, promotion, job assignment, termination, compensation, retaliation, and various types of harassment.” In 2020, California’s Department of Fair Employment and Housing (DFEH) […] … learn more→