Remote work is becoming increasingly coveted as bosses order employees back to the office half a decade on from the Covid pandemic. But such opportunities still exist, particularly for those in hybrid workplaces, meaning it’s not impossible to snag a gig where you can clock in from anywhere in the world. For Americans frustrated with … Read more
Gen Z is giving Grandma and Grandpa a run for their money. Many elderly Americans head south in search of warmer weather during the winter — and now Zoomers are following suit. The youngsters are putting their own twist on the phenomenon of snowbirding with “glowbirding,” a practice that sees them prioritize mental health and … Read more
A few weeks ago, a friend and I grabbed coffee on the Upper East Side. It was a crisp, glorious day, so I asked if she wanted to take our orders to-go and wander around Central Park. Sure, she said, but could we head south along Fifth? She needed to swipe her work badge in … Read more
A rural region in Spain is paying remote workers $16,000 to relocate and conduct business in a rolling green valley, just under three hours from Madrid. And it’s not the only country offering workers and entrepreneurs money to move — the list of countries seeking “digital nomads” is growing. Last month, the Regional Government of … Read more
It’s time to bond outside the Zoom room with your co-workers. No, really. Slack is great and all, but a best friendship it does not make. “On a professional level, work friends can be trusted people to whom we can turn for professional advice and feedback, whether it’s how to tackle a specific challenge we … Read more
Reach out and touch someone — literally. A breakthrough medical device able to simulate the “natural,” “real-life” sensation of human touch is being offered up as a cure for isolation — and could allow loved ones to enjoy the sensation of physical contact, even if they’re continents apart. Researchers at University College London (UCL) have created the … Read more
David Lynch, best known for the TV series “Twin Peaks” and “Mulholland Drive,” is now “homebound” due to emphysema. The director made the revelation during an interview with Sight & Sound. “I’ve gotten emphysema from smoking for so long and so I’m homebound whether I like it or not. It would be very bad for … Read more
Working remotely really is all fun and games. Young people in Toronto are logging onto their jobs from a local Chuck E. Cheese to offset days of meetings and memos with pizza and silly arcade games. The unusual concept is the brainchild of 25-year-old tech and artificial intelligence worker Aryeh Bookbinder. A few weeks ago, … Read more
Sam Neill has opened up about his health woes, admitting that he’s “not remotely afraid” of dying as it’s “out of [his] control.” The “Jurassic Park” actor, 76, gave an update on his cancer journey in an interview with Australian Story, revealing that he’s been in remission for about a year now. “I know I’ve … Read more