Wednesday, October 30

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Samsung is implementing a six-day work week for executives after reporting its worst financial situation in more than 10 years
Technology

Samsung is implementing a six-day work week for executives after reporting its worst financial situation in more than 10 years

Samsung, the South Korean tech giant, is enforcing a novel strategy to combat its financial downturn, by extending executive workweeks to six days. In response to its worst financial performance in over ten years, Samsung has mandated a substantial change in its executives' work routine. The corporate executives are now required to commit to a six-day workweek instead of the traditional five. This change is aimed at instilling a sense of urgency to help overcome the financial crisis the company is facing, according to The Korea Economic Daily, which first reported the story. The decision comes after Samsung reported a significant drop in earnings in 2023. The primary factors contributing to this decline include geopolitical tensions in Russia, Ukraine, and the Middle East, affecting ...
Flat back can cause serious medical problems, Expert says
Health

Flat back can cause serious medical problems, Expert says

One emerging issue that has caught the attention of health experts is the so-called 'office bum'. This condition, characterized by a flat posterior resulting from prolonged periods of sitting, could pose serious health risks. The term 'office bum' refers to a flat posterior that results from a sedentary lifestyle, particularly among office workers who spend long hours sitting at their desks. Nutritionist Annabelle Smith has noted a significant rise in this condition due to our increasingly inactive work culture, explained in an interview with The Mirror on Thursday. Our modern lifestyle, where many professionals spend up to nine hours a day sitting at a desk, contributes to this issue. Lack of physical activity outside of work, coupled with poor dietary habits, can lead to a flat and...