Etsy’s New Half-Year Paid-Parental-Leave Policy
Etsy is the latest company to go big with its parental leave policy, announcing that any employee who becomes a parent will be able to take up to 26 paid weeks off from work.
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Man Gets Traffic Ticket For Posting Video on Facebook
Be careful what you post online! A man received a traffic ticket in Woodland Park, Colo. after police saw him violating the law in a Facebook video he posted.
Amazon Files Patent For Pay By Selfie
Amazon has filed a patent to allow customers to pay by selfie. The system uses biometric facial recognition software to confirm that the human in the picture is eligible to make the transaction.
Driver Amnesty Week in South Carolina
Some drivers will be getting a second chance. This week is driver amnesty week in South Carolina, a time when drivers with certain kinds of license suspensions may apply to have suspension time reduced or cleared.
‘In God We Trust’ Motto Ignites Debate
A South Carolina state legislator is fighting to put the motto ‘In God We Trust’ in every school. However, the bill is drawing debate over public display.
Is The Word ‘Super’ Being Over Used?
According to an article from The New York Times, the word “super” is being overused. What do you think?
Daylight Savings Affects Kids and Parents
Spring is in the air and this past weekend was the day to spring forward — and we lost an hour of sleep in the process — as daylight saving time goes into effect. While it gives us more time to play in the sun, children can have problems adjusting, especially if they are already problem sleepers.
Companies Allowing Workers To Buy Vacation Days
Want more time off work to hang out at the beach? Need a little cash and have vacation days to spare? Some companies allow their workers to buy and sell vacation time, a perk that gives workers more flexibility in managing their time off.
Can Teachers Grade Parents?
If a bill passed by the Mississippi House becomes law, students won’t be the only ones receiving grades from teachers. Under House Bill 4, also known as the Parent Involvement and Accountability Act, teachers would be required to grade parents’ involvement with their children’s education.
Is ‘Rage Yoga’ Really All The Rage?
"Rage Yoga" Trades Quiet and Zen for Swearing and Beer
‘Rage Yoga’ sounds like an oxymoron, but it’s actually all the rage in Calgary right now thanks to unconventional yoga instructor Lindsay Istace. During her classes, she combines regular yoga poses with swear words, offensive gestures, and beer, as a way for participants let go of their rage!
