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The woman at the other end of the line sounds frantic. She’s been ill and needs help sorting out some payments, but when Meg from Nationwide calls, she starts to talk about other things that are on her mind. Less than half an hour later, she confides that she’s thinking of suicide and has even worked out how and where she could do it.On another day, a follow-up call to someone who reported being a fraud victim quickly takes a troubling turn. The woman’s account has been used without her permission, but it was an abusive partner rather than an…

Scrolling endless listings can feel like walking in circles. Some days, it’s hard to tell which leads are worth it. But a few places actually bring in consistent work without all the noise. They’re not always flashy, but they’re reliable. This list rounds up 15 platforms freelance writers turn to when they need gigs that stick. Upwork upwork/Wikimedia Commons Some freelancers thrive in the sheer volume of jobs posted daily on Upwork. Whether you’re into technical manuals or social media copy, there’s a niche for everyone. Over time, your rating becomes currency, which brings further higher-tier gigs and exclusive invites…

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The New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development is extending beyond legal overreach with a proposed rule that would classify more gig workers as regular company employees, NJBIA said in a public hearing today at the New Jersey Division of Taxation.  NJBIA Vice President of Government Affairs Elissa Frank also said the NJDOL proposal, which purports to provide protections to independent contractors, would instead reduce their freedoms and work flexibility, while greatly increasing labor costs for businesses.    “This proposal targets specific industries like rideshare, trucking, and construction, unfairly presuming that workers in these sectors are employees, regardless of…

WASHINGTON — Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. said Monday that the country’s largest health insurers have promised to take steps to streamline the often-criticized prior authorization process, which can delay or deny patients’ access to care. Prior authorization is a cost-cutting tool used by health insurers that requires them to sign off on tests, procedures or drugs before patients can get them. The insurance tactic drew renewed attention last year after the fatal shooting of Brian Thompson, the CEO of UnitedHealth’s insurance arm, in New York City.Patients and doctors say prior authorization creates too many roadblocks,…

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Can we all agree that working for yourself is a subtle flex? I know it comes with its challenges, but not having to rely on anyone else for employment is pretty vital in today’s world. Given the state of the job market and the economy, more people are looking for ways to claim the stability and autonomy they desire in their work lives, at least in some capacity. Whether they are feverishly looking for full-time work after revenge quitting post-RTO mandates or need to make an additional income on the side to offset the rising costs of, well, everything, thousands…

On June 17, Chase announced the addition of a brand-new business credit card, the Chase Sapphire Reserve for Business℠ (see rates and fees, as well as a complete refresh of the Chase Sapphire Reserve® (see rates and fees), its popular premium travel card. With the addition of new benefits, statement credits and a higher annual fee, Chase is currently offering an elevated welcome bonus for new cardholders.Chase has also implemented a new eligibility policy that may affect your ability to earn a Sapphire card welcome bonus more than once. However, the policy changes only affect the consumer Sapphire cards and…

A programme for people from working-class backgrounds in theatre is exploring new ways to help creative freelancers get paid while navigating the benefits system. ‘Surviving on a Shoestring’ is an initiative from Fair Play, a programme led by the Regional Theatre Young Director Scheme (RTYDS). Fair Play said it will work “in a bespoke way” with organisations to look at how artists are paid. Caitriona Shoobridge, director and co-creative lead of Fair Play, said: “No one should have the onus placed upon them to declare poverty trauma or financial hardship in order to receive payments in a way that works around…

The Pound Sterling slips below 1.3400 against the US Dollar amid escalating tensions between the US and Iran.Market sentiment turns risk-averse as the US strikes Iran’s nuclear sites.Investors await the UK-US flash PMI data for June.The Pound Sterling (GBP) slumps to near 1.3370 against the US Dollar (USD) during European trading hours on Monday. The GBP/USD pair weakens as investors rush to safe-haven assets, following the escalation of tensions between the United States (US) and Iran.The demand for the US Dollar as a safe-haven asset has increased, with the US Dollar Index (DXY) refreshing the three-week high around 99.40.During the…