Alternative Work Schedules

Trump, 79, Scales Back Schedule Significantly in Second Term

A recent New York Times investigation revealed President Trump’s official appearances have decreased by 39% in his second term, with events often starting later in the day. This comes amid growing concerns about his health, as he has been observed appearing to doze off at public events, sparking scrutiny about his fitness for office. The report also highlights a lack of transparency regarding his health, with physicians declining to answer media questions about medical procedures. Further concerns are raised by reports of his increased international travel and the appearance of ever-present bruising on his hands.

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Boeing St. Louis Defense Workers Prepare to Strike Over Wage and Schedule Concerns

Boeing St. Louis defense workers set to strike from Monday after rejecting the latest offer, and it seems like there’s a lot to unpack here. It’s a pretty big deal when a workforce votes to walk out, and it underscores some serious issues. The whole situation is likely to cause some significant disruption, especially given the nature of their work – building fighter jets.

One of the biggest sticking points, it appears, was the proposed alternative workweek schedule. Boeing wanted to introduce flexibility, allowing employees to choose between four 10-hour shifts from Monday to Friday or three 12-hour shifts from Friday to Monday.… Continue reading