WeWork Survived Bankruptcy. Now It Has to Make Coworking Pay Off

WeWork is set to become a smaller—and potentially rightsized—company. Following a final hearing on its bankruptcy plan Thursday morning, the coworking pioneer will have fewer locations, a new influx of capital, and $4 billion in debt wiped from its books. In a packed courtroom in Newark, New Jersey, Judge John Sherwood approved WeWork’s restructuring plan….

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Chatbots Are Entering Their Stone Age

For all the bluster about generative artificial intelligence upending the world, the technology has yet to meaningfully transform white-collar work. Workers are dabbling with chatbots for tasks such as drafting emails, and companies are launching countless experiments, but office work hasn’t undergone a major AI reboot. Perhaps that’s only because we haven’t given chatbots like…

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Is an iFit Subscription Worth It for Your Treadmill?

If you’re on the fence about going with a treadmill that requires a subscription service like iFit (or Peloton), it can be helpful to ask yourself what barriers tend to keep you from getting as much exercise as you’d like to, advises Chris Gagliardi, a health coach and personal trainer certified by the American Council…

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Is Sourdough Bread Good for You?

Sourdough’s long fermentation and rising time leads to changes in the bread that don’t occur in conventional yeast-leavened bread. These changes may have health benefits for some people, especially those with certain digestive issues. The microbes in the starter break down some of the gluten, the main protein in wheat flour, so sourdough is somewhat…

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Best Cars and SUVs for Tall People

Pszczolkowski says tall drivers don’t necessarily have to buy a bigger vehicle to find comfort. And he cautions that some models give drivers space at the expense of room for rear passengers. It’s important to see how a car will work for your specific needs before buying, and that often means taking the whole family…

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