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gaming4 days ago•7 min saved

Giant inflatable rat interrupts Xbox chief’s TES6 preview as Bethesda layoffs spark protests

An early internal preview of The Elder Scrolls VI by Xbox CEO Asha Sharma was interrupted by a giant inflatable rat placed by the CWA union outside Bethesda’s Rockville offices to protest recent layoffs. The protest follows WARN-notice layoffs (166 at Bethesda Rockville; part of a broader 3,200-employee cut plan with 1,600 remaining in 2026) and ongoing “Save our Devs” actions, highlighting tensions as Xbox faces financial strain and workforce reductions. Sharma shared praise for TES6 on X, while Bethesda’s official account acknowledged the visit, and observers frame the event as a distraction from layoffs amid Xbox’s wider challenges and a related BDS boycott list over Microsoft’s Gaza involvement.

via Eurogamer.net|

#bethesda #elder-scrolls-vi #gaming

world7 months ago•4 min saved

Greater Manchester Teachers Strike Over Assault Allegations

Teachers at two primary schools in Greater Manchester are striking over concerns about violence, assaults, and safety issues, with staff reporting frequent incidents of pupils biting, kicking, and bringing knives to school, which they say are being ignored by school leadership. The union claims that unsafe conditions and lack of action have led to multiple strike days in January, while the school trust emphasizes their commitment to safety and willingness to discuss concerns. The situation highlights ongoing challenges in managing school safety and staff wellbeing.

via BBC|

#greater-manchester #school-violence #staff-safety

business2 years ago•3 min saved

Media Giants Vox and Condé Nast Join Layoff Wave

Vox Media and Condé Nast have announced layoffs as they struggle with the declining ad market. Vox Media laid off 4% of its staff, marking the second round of layoffs this year. The Vox Media Union called the move "devastating" and created a GoFundMe to support affected employees. Meanwhile, Condé Nast announced a 5% headcount cut, affecting over 300 employees. The media industry has seen significant job cuts in recent months, with nearly 20,000 jobs eliminated so far this year. Employees at both companies have expressed anger and frustration over the lack of transparency and clear strategy.

via The Guardian|

#business #conde-nast #declining-ad-market

labor-disputes3 years ago•5 min saved

Scabby the Rat: The True Rat Czar of NYC's Writers Strike

Scabby the Rat, a giant inflatable rat used by unions to draw attention to labor disputes, has become a symbol of protest in New York City. Despite facing new challenges in the era of social media and influencer culture, Scabby remains a popular mascot at picket lines, including the recent Hollywood writers strike. While some workers may take offense to the rat's presence, unions insist that Scabby is protesting against contractors and companies, not the workers themselves. The rats are made of PVC vinyl and cost between $8,000 to $20,000, and are often subject to legal challenges and attacks.

via The Associated Press|

#inflatable-mascot #labor-disputes #new-york-city