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Paid time off is precious. The average private-sector worker in the U.S. who has been at their job for at least a year is given 11 days of paid leave annually, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Many experience difficulty unplugging from work when they use the time they do have. But a new report might help employees make the most of their PTO, even if it’s not a whole lot.  The report comes from Blink, a mobile-first employee experience platform, which analyzed the U.S. federal holiday calendar to show employees how they can “hack” their PTO allowance to…

People stand in the middle of 42nd Street in Times Square for the first Manhattanhenge of 2026 in New York City, on May 28, 2026. “Manhattanhenge,” coined by astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson, is a phenomenon where the sun perfectly aligns with Manhattan’s street grid, allowing it to be seen directly between the city’s skyscrapers. (Photo by TIMOTHY A. CLARY / AFP via Getty Images)AFP via Getty ImagesThe so-called “Manhattanhenge” may be grabbing headlines across New York City on Thursday and Friday this week, but the famous sunset alignment is not really a two-night event.Although the precise moment when the sun…

No matter how likeable you (think you) are, you won’t get along with everyone. Chances are, you can think of at least one colleague that you just don’t have a good relationship with. If that relationship has gone bad over time, you may want to figure out what you can do to repair it. Up front, it is important to bear in mind that you don’t need to be friends with your colleagues. The aim is to have a respected relationship. In fact, you probably shouldn’t try too hard to be friends with your supervisor or your direct reports. As…

Looking for Thursday’s Strands hints, spangram and answers? You can find them here:ForbesToday’s NYT Strands Hints, Spangram, Answers For Thursday, May 28 (Ketchup Or Mustard?)By Paul TassiCould this be the easiest Strands puzzle in the history of time? I’m pretty sure it’s in the top five for sure. How To Play StrandsThe New York Times’ Strands puzzle is a play on the classic word search. It’s in beta for now, which means it’ll only stick around if enough people play it every day.There’s a new game of Strands to play every day. The game will present you with a six…

There is undeniable tension between employees who fear AI will take their jobs and CEOs who are wildly optimistic that AI will change their businesses for good. As executives name AI as one of many reasons for mass layoffs, Costco’s CEO Ron Vachris views AI as a supplement to human value. Two weeks ago, Vachris spoke at the Economic Club of Chicago about how AI is—and isn’t—changing Costco’s workforce of 341,000.  Costco has used AI in many parts of the business, and has seen an increase in sales in some of its departments, like in the pharmacy sector. “AI has…

Answers for today’s NYT Mini Crossword are just ahead.The New York TimesLooking for yesterday’s NYT Mini answers? You can find them right here:ForbesToday’s NYT Mini Hints And Answers For Thursday, May 28By Kris HoltWondering what an old gold coin of Europe is? Not sure what ecosystem includes the bristlemouth, the most common vertebrate on Earth? Don’t worry, because I’m here to help you with hints and the answers for today’s NYT Mini crossword.The NYT Mini is a quick version of the newspaper’s larger, long-running crossword. Most days, there are between three and five clues in each direction on a five…

U.S. and Iranian negotiators reached a tentative agreement Thursday to extend the ceasefire in the 3-month-old war by 60 days and launch talks on Iran’s nuclear program, according to a U.S. official familiar with the matter. Iran did not immediately confirm any deal, and the official noted that President Donald Trump has yet to sign off on it. The emerging memorandum of understanding came as the fragile ceasefire in the war between the U.S. and Iran appeared to be wavering. The latest flare-up in fighting happened less than a day earlier, when Kuwait intercepted missiles fired from Iran, according to U.S. Central Command. The…

Infection from the Ebola virus can lead to devastating outcomes and requires timely management. gettyThe recently declared Ebola outbreak is rapidly escalating as the virus spreads across borders. The World Health Organization has now deemed it a “Public Health Emergency of International Concern” and as of this week, there are more than 900+ suspected cases and hundreds of deaths. UNICEF has also designated the situation the highest level of emergency and has dedicated millions of dollars in emergency funding towards fighting the spread of infection.The American Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) explains that this specific outbreak has been…

CNN has sued Perplexity, accusing the AI company of unlawfully using the news network’s copyrighted content without permission. The lawsuit, filed on Thursday, claims that Perplexity copied over 17,000 of CNN’s stories, videos, images, and other published works to support its products and tools.  “[Perplexity], a company valued at tens of billions of dollars, should not be able to steal from entities that create the original content Perplexity exploits,” said a CNN spokesperson in a statement. “The public relies on high-quality news journalism reported by human beings to understand their world, which is frequently dangerous and expensive to produce. Commercial…

Typical Gamer’s new Fortnite Icon Series outfit arrives at a moment when creators are increasingly transitioning from internet personalities into founders building businesses directly inside digital ecosystems.Andre Rebelo spent years turning Fortnite content into one of gaming’s largest creator brands. Now he is building games, running a 25-person studio and operating inside Epic Games’ ecosystem more like a platform-native entrepreneur than a traditional influencer.That progression, from creator to brand to studio operator, is becoming increasingly common across digital media, particularly as platforms like Fortnite continue opening more infrastructure to independent creators.From Fortnite Player To Fortnite IconThe launch itself represents a…