Workplace Q&A: Hugging, Difficult Coworkers, and Job Search Tips
Five reader questions answered: unwanted hugs from new owners, a frustrating coworker, employer ghosting, and using performance reviews in your job search.
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Sam Altman Calls GPT-6 Astra Launch "Messy" as Access Lags
OpenAI's GPT-6 Astra rollout excluded most paying users at launch. Analysts warn enterprises to verify access and strengthen governance before adoption.
Coworker Dismissed My Idea, Intern's Personal Printing, and More
Five workplace questions covering a dismissive coworker, intern privacy, internal job timing, ADA stats boards, and negotiating a delayed start date.
Google Maps Renames Lake Ontario to "Lake America" for US Users
Google Maps now shows "Lake Ontario" as "Lake America" for US users, following Trump's executive order and an update to the federal GNIS database.
Z.ai Claims Ox Alpha: Chinese AI Model Sparks Celebration Online
Z.ai revealed its GLM-5.3-Flash model was behind the mysterious Ox Alpha, which became the week's most popular model on OpenRouter and OpenCode.
Trump's 50% Tariffs on Canada: Which Products Are Affected
Trump's 50% tariffs on Canadian goods took effect Saturday, targeting whisky, dairy, hockey equipment, and more after trade talks collapsed.
15 Mortifying Work Stories That Still Sting Years Later
From interview disasters to accidental profanity, these 15 real workplace stories cover the full spectrum of professional embarrassment.
We Moved Our Tiny Home From California to Oregon — Here's How
A couple built their own tiny home on wheels and moved it cross-country twice. Here's what the process actually cost and involved.
Updates: Salary Transparency, Managing a PIP, and Escaping a Toxic Job
Three letter-writers share what happened after writing in — covering salary transparency enforcement, a difficult PIP, and escaping a chaotic workplace.
How a Portland Solo Agency Manages 23 Channels with Buffer
Jeff Simmons runs a 23-channel boutique agency from Portland using Buffer since 2012. Here's how he handles clients, reports, and approvals.
3 Ways Regulatory Readiness Gives Brands a Competitive Advantage
Brands that treat compliance as a design principle — not an afterthought — build more resilient, trustworthy technology. Here's how to make that shift.
I Had a Panic Attack at Work — How Do I Move Forward?
A junior law partner suffers a panic attack from overwork and worries about her reputation and career. Here's how to move forward professionally.