Tag: Struggle
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U.A.W.’s Expanding Strikes Could Signal an Endgame or a Long Struggle
[ad_1] The United Automobile Workers union shut down production at General Motors’ largest U.S. factory on Tuesday, significantly stepping up pressure on the large U.S. automakers as signs multiplied that the six-week strike is taking a toll on profits. The union told 5,000 workers at G.M.’s plant in Arlington, Texas, to stop working on the…
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This in from Vincent Desharnais, his moving and revealing interview with Tony Marinaro of the Sick Podcast, where Desharnais describes his journey from despair and depression as a concussed minor pro player to his process to deal with anxiety, set and achieve goals and handle the pressure of playing on the Stanley Cup contending Edmonton Oilers. Desharnais was 26 when he played his first NHL game, and it only came after much struggle, four years in college hockey, then 3.5 years in minor pro, including a full year in the ECHL.
[ad_1] Breadcrumb Trail Links Cult of Hockey Published Sep 08, 2023 • Last updated 1 hour ago • 5 minute read Vincent Desharnais #73 of the Edmonton Oilers makes a break out pass in front of Carl Grundstrom #91 of the Los Angeles Kings during the second period in Game 3 of the first round of…
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John Legend on the struggle for justice
[ad_1] John Legend on the struggle for justice – CBS News Watch CBS News The award-winning singer-songwriter is an advocate for prison reform in America, a nation that has incarcerated more of its citizens than any other. John Legend talks with “Sunday Morning” senior contributor Ted Koppel about our penal system, racial inequality, and fighting…
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Gender-based violence and feminism in Romania, a 20-year struggle
[ad_1] A 2016 study that surveyed gender-based violence across European Union member states revealed that 55 percent of Romanians, both men and women, consider non-consenual sexual contact justified in certain situations. For 30 percent of these respondents, rape was justified when the woman was in a group that had used drugs and alcohol, while for…
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Guilt or Power Struggle? – The Diplomat
[ad_1] Advertisement There is an urban legend in China known colloquially as the “58-year old phenomenon.” It refers to a 58-year-old man, usually working in the public sector as a civil servant or official, on the cusp of official retirement at age 60, taking his final chance to reward himself financially through the auspices of…
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Experts explain why British Gas profits soar by 889% while households struggle with bills
[ad_1] Get the free Morning Headlines email for news from our reporters across the world Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email Experts have explained why British Gas has reported its highest-ever first-half profits of almost £1bn while households continue to struggle to pay huge bills amid the cost of living crisis. The supplier’s…
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Hospitals struggle to keep people cool as heat wave continues
[ad_1] Hospitals struggle to keep people cool as heat wave continues – CBS News Watch CBS News Heat-related injuries are spiking as record-breaking heat lingers throughout much of the Western U.S. Some hospitals are resorting to drastic measures to keep patients cool. Jonathan Vigliotti reports. Be the first to know Get browser notifications for breaking…
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Zurkowsky: Als lose in B.C. (again) as offence continues to struggle
[ad_1] Breadcrumb Trail Links Sports Montreal Alouettes Football CFL Montreal suffers 35-19 drubbing in its first game at Vancouver since 2019 at what has become a graveyard site for the Alouettes. Published Jul 10, 2023 • 4 minute read Kaion Julien-Grant of the Alouettes reaches for the ball behind the Lions’ T.J. Lee but fails…
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Insolvencies jump sharply as Canadians struggle with debt
[ad_1] Breadcrumb Trail Links News Executive Summary Executive Rising numbers suggest increasing share of households are facing financial stress Published Jun 29, 2023 • Last updated 4 days ago • 4 minute read Insolvencies are on the rise indicating that Canadians might be having trouble coping with rising interest rates. Photo by Getty Images/iStockphoto Article content…
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One in three ‘could struggle to achieve minimum living standards in retirement’
[ad_1] For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Around one in three (35%) people could struggle to make ends meet in retirement, according to a report. The average man is on track to receive £19,000…