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6 deep · digging since nov 22, 25
- Where Billionaires Summer, a Gardener Died in the Snow
A landscaper's isolated death exposes the hidden labor and human cost behind the Hamptons' manicured lawns.
- Why Waymo’s Driverless Taxis Won’t Be on Your Streets Anytime Soon
Waymo's nationwide expansion of driverless taxis is stalled by political opposition from labor unions and safety concerns in major markets like New York, Illinois, and Washington D.C.
- Giving Workers a Stake in A.I. Gains Traction
California Governor Gavin Newsom proposes a policy allowing workers to gain equity in companies based on their contributions to AI-driven productivity gains.
- Opinion | Silicon Valley Is Bracing for a Permanent Underclass
The article reports that Silicon Valley insiders building advanced AI believe a permanent underclass is inevitable as AI disrupts the labor force within a short timeframe.
- A Day in the Life of a New York City Junklugger - The New York Times
A profile of Junkluggers workers shows how their job hauling away unwanted items exposes them to clients' grief, hoarding, and major life transitions.
- Tyson Foods to Shut Major Beef Facility in Nebraska - The New York Times
Tyson Foods will close its Lexington, Nebraska beef processing plant in January, cutting over 3,000 jobs.