⏰ Why is part-time work on the rise?

It’s Sunday, January 28 — people are talking about the E. Jean Carroll verdict, the rise of part-time work, and more.

As always, we’ve summarized and organized the different shades of perspective, so you can see the big picture quickly. Here at Shades we believe that seeing multiple points of view is the best way to stay informed.

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⚖️ The E. Jean Carroll / Trump verdict

Is the Carroll v. Trump verdict a win for accountability, or a political ploy?

⚖️ A jury ordered Trump to pay $83M for defaming E. Jean Carroll. Rolling Stone sees it as a victory for accountability — it's nice to see high-profile figures face punishment for wrongdoing.

⚖️ New Republic agrees: Trump's hefty $83.3M payout to Carroll is a great win for accountability, and the speedy verdict reflects the gravity of the accusations.

⚖️ The Hill reports that Trump thought the sum was “ridiculous”, and politically motivated. He promises to appeal.

⚖️ CNN: Former Trump attorney Jim Trusty says the number isn't too crazy though — Trump consistently attacked Carroll in the press.

⚖️ The Guardian says the whole trial was disappointing. So many tantrums from Trump — it doesn't bode well for the presidential race.

⏰ Why is part-time work on the rise?

Part-time jobs are soaring, with workers valuing flexibility over the full-time grind.

⏰ With the rise of gig economy and flexible work schedules, part-time jobs are hitting record highs. USA Today says it's a mix of worker preference and economic shifts.

⏰ And Time agrees, reporting that more Americans are choosing part-time work for lifestyle and flexibility reasons.

⏰ WaPo provides a different perspective: Gen Z's part-time job boom is about more than just cash — it's a cultural shift away from full-time jobs.

⏰ But Chron.com says beware, part-time work's flexibility is a double-edged sword. You usually don't get benefits or holidays!

Quick hits

⚫ A bronze statue of Jackie Robinson was cut down and stolen from a park in Wichita, Kansas. Video shows 2 people taking it away during the night. (NPR)

🎾 Jannik Sinner came back from a 2-set deficit to defeat Daniil Medvedev in the Australian Open final. It's the first Grand Slam victory of Sinner's career. (ATP Tour)

🇵🇸 U.N. Secretary-General Antonio Guterres called for nations to continue to fund the UNRWA, after its employees were accused of involvement in the Israel October 7 attacks. (AP News)

🇺🇦 Ukraine says workers at an arms firm worked with officials from the defense ministry to steal $40m that was intended for a weapons purchase. (NPR)

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