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How storytelling strengthens teams at work

Storytelling enhances team connections and trust, making communication more effective.

Don't be scared. Political discourse at work can serve 3 important functions

Discussing politics at work can enhance leadership skills and improve workplace culture while managing the discomfort surrounding political discourse.

How storytelling strengthens teams at work

Storytelling enhances team connections and trust, making communication more effective.

Don't be scared. Political discourse at work can serve 3 important functions

Discussing politics at work can enhance leadership skills and improve workplace culture while managing the discomfort surrounding political discourse.
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#remote-work

Back-to-office orders have become common. Enforcement not so much

The transition back to the office after remote work is challenging and reflects changing employee needs post-pandemic.

Amazon makes it harder for disabled employees to work from home

Amazon is tightening work-from-home rules for disabled employees to enforce a stringent return-to-office policy, despite employee backlash.

Flexibility Is the New Currency

Flexibility, feeling valued, and finding purpose at work have become top priorities for employees.

Over 500 Amazon workers decry "non-data-driven" logic for 5-day RTO policy

Amazon's new return-to-office policy has faced backlash from over 500 workers who criticize lack of data supporting the decision.

Unexpected Lessons from 4 Years of Remote Work

The COVID-19 pandemic transformed workplace dynamics, highlighting that flexibility and remote work can enhance productivity more than traditional office settings.

Amazon Workers 'Appalled' by Return-to-Office Remark

Over 500 Amazon employees oppose the mandated return to office, arguing it misrepresents employee sentiments and challenges trust.

Back-to-office orders have become common. Enforcement not so much

The transition back to the office after remote work is challenging and reflects changing employee needs post-pandemic.

Amazon makes it harder for disabled employees to work from home

Amazon is tightening work-from-home rules for disabled employees to enforce a stringent return-to-office policy, despite employee backlash.

Flexibility Is the New Currency

Flexibility, feeling valued, and finding purpose at work have become top priorities for employees.

Over 500 Amazon workers decry "non-data-driven" logic for 5-day RTO policy

Amazon's new return-to-office policy has faced backlash from over 500 workers who criticize lack of data supporting the decision.

Unexpected Lessons from 4 Years of Remote Work

The COVID-19 pandemic transformed workplace dynamics, highlighting that flexibility and remote work can enhance productivity more than traditional office settings.

Amazon Workers 'Appalled' by Return-to-Office Remark

Over 500 Amazon employees oppose the mandated return to office, arguing it misrepresents employee sentiments and challenges trust.
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#social-media

Are You Missing These Hidden Warning Signs When Hiring? | Entrepreneur

Careful hiring processes are essential after experiencing disappointment with past hires, focusing on realistic expectations and informed assessments.

LinkedIn's AI positivity is taking us in the wrong direction

LinkedIn is increasingly seen as the last bastion of positive workplace social media despite its quirks.

Are You Missing These Hidden Warning Signs When Hiring? | Entrepreneur

Careful hiring processes are essential after experiencing disappointment with past hires, focusing on realistic expectations and informed assessments.

LinkedIn's AI positivity is taking us in the wrong direction

LinkedIn is increasingly seen as the last bastion of positive workplace social media despite its quirks.
moresocial-media

DEI is becoming less popular with U.S. workers

Support for diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in the workplace is decreasing, with rising skepticism among some groups, particularly among men and politically conservative individuals.
#leadership-development

How to handle promotions when there aren't enough leadership roles

Promotions during rapid growth should be based on demonstrated skills rather than seniority to maintain motivation and prevent employee resentment.

eBook Launch: 7 Expert Tips To Help Create Better Manager Training

Investing in effective manager training improves employee retention and fosters a positive workplace culture.

How Canva is training its middle managers to be better coaches

Canva's Leadership Academy addresses the leadership gaps among managers, offering a structured development program to enhance managerial skills and improve team dynamics.

How to handle promotions when there aren't enough leadership roles

Promotions during rapid growth should be based on demonstrated skills rather than seniority to maintain motivation and prevent employee resentment.

eBook Launch: 7 Expert Tips To Help Create Better Manager Training

Investing in effective manager training improves employee retention and fosters a positive workplace culture.

How Canva is training its middle managers to be better coaches

Canva's Leadership Academy addresses the leadership gaps among managers, offering a structured development program to enhance managerial skills and improve team dynamics.
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Rio Tinto employees report rise in bullying, sexual assault

Despite reported improvements in workplace culture, bullying remains a significant issue at Rio Tinto, particularly affecting female employees.
#mental-health

Why human-centric leadership is the key to building a successful team

Empathetic leadership is essential in today's unpredictable business environment, enhancing employee satisfaction and engagement while promoting overall organizational success.

At work, I was a machine, more productive': Why do people take drugs in the office?

Elon Musk emphasizes that effective execution for investors outweighs concerns over his ketamine use, which he claims does not hinder his productivity.

Bosses are 'subtly sabotaging' their workers. Here's how to spot it

Bullying in corporate legal environments resembles domestic abuse, significantly impacting employees' mental health and workplace culture.

Can We Separate Individual Mental Health From the Collective?

Mental health is deeply connected to societal systems that influence individual well-being, necessitating community-focused approaches for true healing.

60+ Burnout Statistics Impacting Today's Workforce | ClickUp

Work-related stress is a significant issue, with 77% of employees affected, necessitating action from leaders to combat burnout.

Leading Through Crisis: Process Before Responding

Leaders must carefully navigate communication during crises, avoiding oversimplification and overcomplication.
Understanding nuanced perspectives is crucial when addressing teams affected by stress and trauma.

Why human-centric leadership is the key to building a successful team

Empathetic leadership is essential in today's unpredictable business environment, enhancing employee satisfaction and engagement while promoting overall organizational success.

At work, I was a machine, more productive': Why do people take drugs in the office?

Elon Musk emphasizes that effective execution for investors outweighs concerns over his ketamine use, which he claims does not hinder his productivity.

Bosses are 'subtly sabotaging' their workers. Here's how to spot it

Bullying in corporate legal environments resembles domestic abuse, significantly impacting employees' mental health and workplace culture.

Can We Separate Individual Mental Health From the Collective?

Mental health is deeply connected to societal systems that influence individual well-being, necessitating community-focused approaches for true healing.

60+ Burnout Statistics Impacting Today's Workforce | ClickUp

Work-related stress is a significant issue, with 77% of employees affected, necessitating action from leaders to combat burnout.

Leading Through Crisis: Process Before Responding

Leaders must carefully navigate communication during crises, avoiding oversimplification and overcomplication.
Understanding nuanced perspectives is crucial when addressing teams affected by stress and trauma.
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#training-programs

Workplace diversity training programs are everywhere, but their effectiveness varies widely

Diversity training's effectiveness varies significantly, with many programs failing to achieve meaningful organizational change and social understanding.

To Build Better Compliance Training, Start With The Fundamentals

Focus on fostering a positive workplace culture to enhance compliance training effectiveness.

Workplace diversity training programs are everywhere, but their effectiveness varies widely

Diversity training's effectiveness varies significantly, with many programs failing to achieve meaningful organizational change and social understanding.

To Build Better Compliance Training, Start With The Fundamentals

Focus on fostering a positive workplace culture to enhance compliance training effectiveness.
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#leadership

Here's what happens when employees don't trust their leadership

Trust in leadership is critically low, with only 46% feeling assured in their direct manager's integrity.

Companies say RTO mandates make work more creative - it might take more than that

In-person work can enhance collaboration and creativity, but relies heavily on effective leadership and a supportive culture.

There Are No Bad Meetings

Intention is more crucial than meeting hacks for effective meetings.

The secret to the most productive meetings may be these simple exercises you do beforehand

Collective mindfulness through intentional breathing can transform meeting productivity and enhance workplace culture.

Global Workplace Data Suggests High Engagement Starts With Managers

Engaged managers significantly boost employee engagement, highlighting the need for leaders to invest in manager development and connection.

Biglaw Firms Keeping Things Quiet When It Comes To Presidential Election Results

Law firm leaders often avoid discussing sensitive issues to maintain unity, which can leave employees feeling unsupported.

Here's what happens when employees don't trust their leadership

Trust in leadership is critically low, with only 46% feeling assured in their direct manager's integrity.

Companies say RTO mandates make work more creative - it might take more than that

In-person work can enhance collaboration and creativity, but relies heavily on effective leadership and a supportive culture.

There Are No Bad Meetings

Intention is more crucial than meeting hacks for effective meetings.

The secret to the most productive meetings may be these simple exercises you do beforehand

Collective mindfulness through intentional breathing can transform meeting productivity and enhance workplace culture.

Global Workplace Data Suggests High Engagement Starts With Managers

Engaged managers significantly boost employee engagement, highlighting the need for leaders to invest in manager development and connection.

Biglaw Firms Keeping Things Quiet When It Comes To Presidential Election Results

Law firm leaders often avoid discussing sensitive issues to maintain unity, which can leave employees feeling unsupported.
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Smithsonian American Art Museum's director removed following staff complaints

Stephanie Stebich was removed from her position as director of SAAM due to complaints of toxic management.
#generational-differences

5 interesting takeaways from Slack's survey of 17,000 desk workers about AI

Worker enthusiasm for AI adoption is declining despite executive prioritization.
The discomfort among workers about using AI highlights a gap in acceptance and perception of competence.

At my first job out of college, all my coworkers were older and had children my age. I struggled to earn their respect.

Respect and connection in the workplace can be challenging across generational divides, often impacted by preconceived notions about age.
Finding allies in the workplace can help bridge generational gaps and provide support.

5 interesting takeaways from Slack's survey of 17,000 desk workers about AI

Worker enthusiasm for AI adoption is declining despite executive prioritization.
The discomfort among workers about using AI highlights a gap in acceptance and perception of competence.

At my first job out of college, all my coworkers were older and had children my age. I struggled to earn their respect.

Respect and connection in the workplace can be challenging across generational divides, often impacted by preconceived notions about age.
Finding allies in the workplace can help bridge generational gaps and provide support.
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11 Times Actors Defended, Protected, And Supported Their Costars On Set

Actors often support each other against difficult situations on set, showing solidarity and allyship when facing challenges or harassment.
#productivity

It's time to stop humblebragging about how busy we are

Packed work schedules can hinder productivity and well-being, despite being perceived as a status symbol.

Who are you calling lazy? Gen Zers are more than twice as likely as boomers to work through their lunch break

Gen Z workers often skip lunch, contradicting the stereotype of being lazy, mainly due to workload concerns.
Half of employees skip lunch weekly, indicating a larger workplace culture issue surrounding breaks.

How to Use a Culture Index Survey to Improve Workplace Culture

Culture index surveys provide valuable insights into employee perceptions, helping organizations create a positive work culture and enhance productivity.

Why Developer Onboarding is Broken-and What Needs to Change | HackerNoon

Effective onboarding is crucial for team success and product momentum, yet it is often neglected, leading to increased turnover and lost productivity.

It's time to stop humblebragging about how busy we are

Packed work schedules can hinder productivity and well-being, despite being perceived as a status symbol.

Who are you calling lazy? Gen Zers are more than twice as likely as boomers to work through their lunch break

Gen Z workers often skip lunch, contradicting the stereotype of being lazy, mainly due to workload concerns.
Half of employees skip lunch weekly, indicating a larger workplace culture issue surrounding breaks.

How to Use a Culture Index Survey to Improve Workplace Culture

Culture index surveys provide valuable insights into employee perceptions, helping organizations create a positive work culture and enhance productivity.

Why Developer Onboarding is Broken-and What Needs to Change | HackerNoon

Effective onboarding is crucial for team success and product momentum, yet it is often neglected, leading to increased turnover and lost productivity.
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#women-in-leadership

As a female leader, I've gotten plenty of unhelpful performance reviews. This is what I've learned

Systemic bias exists in performance reviews, disproportionately affecting women with negative personality feedback compared to men.

Want to Be A Good Boss? Be A Bitch.

Women leaders face impossible standards, in which assertiveness is penalized and kindness is seen as weakness, complicating their leadership roles.

As a female leader, I've gotten plenty of unhelpful performance reviews. This is what I've learned

Systemic bias exists in performance reviews, disproportionately affecting women with negative personality feedback compared to men.

Want to Be A Good Boss? Be A Bitch.

Women leaders face impossible standards, in which assertiveness is penalized and kindness is seen as weakness, complicating their leadership roles.
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#innovation

These hidden mindsets make it harder to work with others. Here's how to tackle them

Neurodiversity influences how we communicate and interact; recognizing and addressing neuro-biases is vital for workplace inclusivity and enhancing collaboration.

Elon Musk is now worth over $300 billion and says this is the "ultimate currency"

Elon Musk emphasizes the importance of happy workplace relationships and the need to proactively pursue and plan for one's dreams.

These hidden mindsets make it harder to work with others. Here's how to tackle them

Neurodiversity influences how we communicate and interact; recognizing and addressing neuro-biases is vital for workplace inclusivity and enhancing collaboration.

Elon Musk is now worth over $300 billion and says this is the "ultimate currency"

Elon Musk emphasizes the importance of happy workplace relationships and the need to proactively pursue and plan for one's dreams.
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#employee-sentiment

Slack Report: Is AI Adoption Heading for a Plateau?

AI adoption faces cultural resistance among employees, impacting overall interest and usage.
Interest in AI is plateauing, indicating a need for strategic communication and support.

Employees are hiding their AI use from their managers. Here's why

Employees are growing uncomfortable with AI usage at work despite executive enthusiasm, reflecting changing attitudes towards technology's role in professional settings.

Amazon workers were 'appalled' by claims anyone was 'excited' over the in-office mandate

Employees at Amazon Web Services are strongly opposing the CEO's return-to-office policy, claiming it misrepresents their sentiments and risks alienating talent.

Slack Report: Is AI Adoption Heading for a Plateau?

AI adoption faces cultural resistance among employees, impacting overall interest and usage.
Interest in AI is plateauing, indicating a need for strategic communication and support.

Employees are hiding their AI use from their managers. Here's why

Employees are growing uncomfortable with AI usage at work despite executive enthusiasm, reflecting changing attitudes towards technology's role in professional settings.

Amazon workers were 'appalled' by claims anyone was 'excited' over the in-office mandate

Employees at Amazon Web Services are strongly opposing the CEO's return-to-office policy, claiming it misrepresents their sentiments and risks alienating talent.
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#discrimination

Former employee files civil lawsuit against Suns

A former Suns employee alleges harassment, discrimination, and wrongful termination, seeking $60 million in damages based on substantial evidence against the organization.

TSMC facing discrimination lawsuit from US employees

TSMC faces allegations of discrimination against non-East Asian employees in the U.S., leading to a hostile work environment and biased hiring practices.

Bullying and harassment complaints surge in UK's financial sector

Non-financial misconduct reports in UK's financial sector increased by 72% from 2021 to 2023, pointing to toxic workplace cultures.

Former employee files civil lawsuit against Suns

A former Suns employee alleges harassment, discrimination, and wrongful termination, seeking $60 million in damages based on substantial evidence against the organization.

TSMC facing discrimination lawsuit from US employees

TSMC faces allegations of discrimination against non-East Asian employees in the U.S., leading to a hostile work environment and biased hiring practices.

Bullying and harassment complaints surge in UK's financial sector

Non-financial misconduct reports in UK's financial sector increased by 72% from 2021 to 2023, pointing to toxic workplace cultures.
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An Architecture Studio in London Captures the Vibrancy of the City

Area's new London office blends vibrant city energy with functional design, promoting collaboration and productivity through diverse spaces and thoughtful detailing.
#job-market

Career Fair, Class of 2028

The article satirizes the overwhelming and often absurd expectations of various modern job roles, emphasizing the exhaustion and chaos in the workforce.

Is working in tech even worth it anymore?

The tech industry's once-envied careers are now marred by layoffs and a lack of stability, pushing professionals to contemplate leaving for good.

Career Fair, Class of 2028

The article satirizes the overwhelming and often absurd expectations of various modern job roles, emphasizing the exhaustion and chaos in the workforce.

Is working in tech even worth it anymore?

The tech industry's once-envied careers are now marred by layoffs and a lack of stability, pushing professionals to contemplate leaving for good.
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#employee-well-being

Your Employees Are Also Caregivers. Here's How to Support Them.

Recognizing and supporting employee caregiving responsibilities is essential for enhancing workplace culture and productivity.

Asking Eric: I spoke to my boss in confidence, and he betrayed me to my co-workers

The work environment became toxic due to miscommunication and lack of support from management, impacting relationships and personal well-being.

Your Employees Are Also Caregivers. Here's How to Support Them.

Recognizing and supporting employee caregiving responsibilities is essential for enhancing workplace culture and productivity.

Asking Eric: I spoke to my boss in confidence, and he betrayed me to my co-workers

The work environment became toxic due to miscommunication and lack of support from management, impacting relationships and personal well-being.
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'Cuss Your Boss Out' is blowing up on TikTok

OCDA, led by Calimar White, confronts bad bosses on behalf of unhappy employees, openly voicing complaints they've been unable to express.
#job-market-trends

Demand for flexible jobs soars as workers seek remote roles

Demand for flexible jobs has surged significantly as workers increasingly seek remote work opportunities.

Flexible job hunters double as new workers' rights progress - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Record-breaking demand for flexible jobs signals a shift in workplace dynamics.
Many companies are embracing flexible work, but gaps remain in meeting job seekers' expectations.

Demand for flexible jobs soars as workers seek remote roles

Demand for flexible jobs has surged significantly as workers increasingly seek remote work opportunities.

Flexible job hunters double as new workers' rights progress - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Record-breaking demand for flexible jobs signals a shift in workplace dynamics.
Many companies are embracing flexible work, but gaps remain in meeting job seekers' expectations.
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Better catering and nicer bathrooms will help get workers back to the office, says this retail CEO

Asda mandates a return to office for corporate staff three days a week to enhance efficiency and collaboration.
#career-growth

3 work problems HR can't solve for you, from an HR professional

Employees must advocate for themselves as HR can't fix every problem.
HR is often a recommending body rather than a decision-making entity.
Effective communication with managers is key to workplace advocacy.

How do I know if I should turn down a promotion?

It's important to reflect on personal motivations before accepting a promotion, as it might not align with one's career goals or work-life balance.

3 work problems HR can't solve for you, from an HR professional

Employees must advocate for themselves as HR can't fix every problem.
HR is often a recommending body rather than a decision-making entity.
Effective communication with managers is key to workplace advocacy.

How do I know if I should turn down a promotion?

It's important to reflect on personal motivations before accepting a promotion, as it might not align with one's career goals or work-life balance.
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Dear Vicki: Should I give everyone in my firm the same Christmas bonus or should I go by pay?

Consider a fair bonus structure balancing equality with recognition of individual contributions for employee satisfaction.
#intel

Intel says it's bringing back free office coffee to boost morale after a rough year

Intel is reinstating free beverages in response to employee morale after previously cutting perks for cost-saving measures.

Intel restores free coffee taken away in cost-cutting drive

Intel's cost-cutting measures prompted backlash, leading to the reversal of a ban on free coffee and tea, acknowledging its importance to staff morale.

Intel says it's bringing back free office coffee to boost morale after a rough year

Intel is reinstating free beverages in response to employee morale after previously cutting perks for cost-saving measures.

Intel restores free coffee taken away in cost-cutting drive

Intel's cost-cutting measures prompted backlash, leading to the reversal of a ban on free coffee and tea, acknowledging its importance to staff morale.
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How to Deal with a Micromanaging Boss | ClickUp

Micromanagement severely damages workplace culture, reflecting a manager's lack of trust and autonomy for employees.

Should working from home staff go to the office?

Returning to the office after WFH lockdowns enhances personal expression and motivation for staff, especially in dynamic environments like sales.

Driver's f-word slur at colleague not a sackable offence in the North, tribunal rules

The judge ruled that Robert Ogden's dismissal was unfair due to the cultural context of his language in a Northern English workplace.

5 leaders weigh in on how to make pay transparency work

Pay transparency efforts should emphasize understanding compensation processes rather than individual wage comparisons to foster a healthy workplace culture.

Are nicknames appropriate in the workplace? Here's when it's okay to use them-and when it's not

Using nicknames for bosses can improve workplace morale and dynamics.
Context and the individual using the nickname affect its acceptance.

21 "Teeny-Weeny" Hills People Are Willing To Die On Over And Over Again

Workplaces often overlook the familial needs of single individuals and those without children, assuming they should bear additional burdens.
Single individuals and those without children may feel marginalized and face unfair expectations regarding work-life balance.

Quick-trigger companies fire employees for petty violations

Employers are increasingly firing workers for minor infractions due to a softening labor market, reversing previous leniency.

Big Tech's vanishing perks have left employees to face a stark new reality

Tech companies are reducing employee perks due to cost-cutting measures and misuse of free benefits.
#employee-engagement

Religion in the workplace is tricky - but employers and employees both lose when it becomes a total taboo

Faith is a core component of identity that influences workplace engagement but often remains unaddressed due to conflict concerns.

How Gap, NextDoor, and others are supporting employees on Election Day

Companies are increasingly providing time off to vote, linking employee engagement to civic participation and reshaping business’s role in democracy.

HR leaders share how they're putting people first in an ever-changing workplace

Fostering employee well-being through regular communication enhances business performance.

Religion in the workplace is tricky - but employers and employees both lose when it becomes a total taboo

Faith is a core component of identity that influences workplace engagement but often remains unaddressed due to conflict concerns.

How Gap, NextDoor, and others are supporting employees on Election Day

Companies are increasingly providing time off to vote, linking employee engagement to civic participation and reshaping business’s role in democracy.

HR leaders share how they're putting people first in an ever-changing workplace

Fostering employee well-being through regular communication enhances business performance.
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Mattel is revamping its work spaces as employees return to the office

Mattel is relocating its studio to enhance productivity and adapt to post-pandemic work culture.

Does anyone care if you use AI? Fiverr doesn't think so

Fiverr's ad emphasizes that results outweigh the tools used, trivializing AI's impact in the workplace.

Billionaire Marc Lasry denies accusations alleging he forcibly kissed and rubbed himself against an ex-employee

Marc Lasry faces serious allegations of sexual harassment and retaliation from a former employee, amid a countersuit involving claims of blackmail.
#career-development

The Real Reasons Employees Quit - and How to Retain Them

Understanding why employees quit requires looking beyond managerial failure to broader organizational factors.
Research shows that attrition patterns are complex and not solely based on individual management issues.

This may be the antidote to the generational divide in the workplace

Astrology is increasingly viewed by younger generations as a valuable tool for career guidance and making life decisions.

The Real Reasons Employees Quit - and How to Retain Them

Understanding why employees quit requires looking beyond managerial failure to broader organizational factors.
Research shows that attrition patterns are complex and not solely based on individual management issues.

This may be the antidote to the generational divide in the workplace

Astrology is increasingly viewed by younger generations as a valuable tool for career guidance and making life decisions.
morecareer-development

The Ugly Realities of the UI/UX Design Industry

Real-world design processes are chaotic and require flexibility, deviating from structured theories learned in school.

"War Dogs," by Paul Yoon

The Airport Animal Center caters to various animals in transit, providing care and a safe environment before their onward journeys.
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