All articles tagged with #home office
Originally Published 9 days ago — by BuzzFeed
BuzzFeed Shopping reviews 31 essential home office items that are considered 'lifesavers,' highlighting useful products vetted for real-life usefulness, catering to diverse needs and budgets.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by BBC
The UK government plans to appeal a court decision that prevented it from intervening in the use of a hotel in Epping to house asylum seekers, citing concerns over community tensions and the government's authority to manage asylum housing.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by ZDNET
The article reviews five Linux distributions suitable for home office desktops, highlighting openSUSE for its user-friendly configuration tools, Fedora Silverblue for its atomic and reliable system updates, Ubuntu LTS for its stability and hardware support, Linux Mint for its ease of use and backup features, and Zorin OS for its polished interface and customization options.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by 9to5Mac
A user improves their Mac workspace by placing a Thunderbolt dock on a non-permanent, clamp-mounted cable management tray under the desk, effectively decluttering their home office setup for under $30, with the main upgrade being a longer Thunderbolt cable.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by Tom's Guide
The author shares her experience with the DeerRun Q1 Mini under-desk treadmill, emphasizing the importance of keeping it slow for stability, wearing ankle fitness trackers to accurately count steps, storing it conveniently next to the desk, wearing supportive shoes, and taking time to balance after workouts. She highlights how this device has improved her activity levels and overall well-being while working remotely.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by The Verge
Kallie Plagge, senior copy editor at The Verge, shares her well-organized home office setup featuring an L-shaped desk, separate work and gaming stations, ergonomic chair, various tech gadgets including mechanical keyboards, gaming mouse, dual monitors, and a collection of Pokémon merchandise, along with a desk bike for exercise during work.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by BBC.com
The UK Home Office has paused decisions on Syrian asylum claims, leaving many asylum seekers, like Hussam Kassas, in a state of uncertainty and fear. Kassas, who fled Syria due to persecution, is at risk of losing his job and home as his student visa nears expiration. The pause affects 6,500 people and has been implemented to reassess the safety of Syria under new rebel-led authorities. The decision has drawn criticism from asylum seekers and advocates, who argue it leaves vulnerable individuals in limbo and unable to return to Syria safely.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Geo News
Prince Harry's determination to secure state-funded protection for his family in the UK, despite leaving royal duties, has drawn attention and warnings from royal commentator Jennie Bond. She acknowledges his protective instincts, shaped by his mother's fate and military service, but cautions about the potential fallout with King Charles and the Home Office. Bond highlights inconsistencies in Harry's actions but admires his resolve to pursue the case.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Verge
Kylie Robison, a senior reporter at The Verge, shares insights into her home office setup, which is part of her studio apartment. Her workspace features a Mittzon desk from Ikea, a MacBook Pro M4, multiple monitors, and various personal items like family photos, a glass achievement award, and a collection of tech gadgets. She also has a fondness for Nintendo's Kirby and Zelda memorabilia, and her cat Fang, who amusingly only has his fangs left after dental issues. Robison humorously requests not to be judged for her cable management.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by BBC.com
Prince Harry has been granted permission to appeal a High Court ruling that dismissed his challenge against the decision to downgrade his personal security when visiting the UK. The Court of Appeal will hear his case following a direct application from his lawyers. This decision comes after the Royal and VIP Executive Committee downgraded his security in February 2020, a move previously upheld as lawful by the High Court.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by BuzzFeed
If you're upgrading your home office for permanent remote work, consider these 36 products including an encouraging daily planner, adjustable standing desk, laptop riser, ergonomic office chair, charging station, monitor, mechanical keyboard, cable management box, and more to enhance productivity and comfort while working from home.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Sky News
The UK Home Office has reversed its plans to increase the salary threshold for family visas from £18,600 to £38,700, following backlash. Instead, the threshold will now be raised to £29,000 in spring 2024, with no timeline set for the higher threshold. The change aims to reduce the number of people coming to the UK, but critics argue that it could restrict British citizens with foreign partners more than migrant workers. Home Secretary James Cleverly believes the government's plans will reduce net migration by 300,000 people per year, while opponents criticize the lack of coordination and consultation in the decision-making process.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The Guardian
The UK Home Office has reversed its decision to immediately raise the minimum salary requirement for British nationals bringing foreign family members to the UK, instead opting to raise it incrementally to £29,000 before eventually reaching £38,700. The sudden policy change without consultation has been criticized by opposition parties, with Labour accusing the government of chaos. While the revised threshold is still higher than the previous requirement of £18,600, it partially addresses concerns over the impact on families. The original change was expected to contribute to a reduction in annual migration numbers, but also faced legal challenges and public backlash. The lack of detail in the revised proposal has further fueled criticism.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The Times
The Home Office predicts that 99.5% of individual legal challenges submitted by migrants under Rishi Sunak's emergency Rwanda bill will fail, as they would have to prove "serious and irreversible harm" if removed to Rwanda. The leaked documents reveal that nine in ten claims would be rejected with no right of appeal within ten days of arrival in the UK, resulting in deportation to Rwanda within three weeks. The government may consider amendments to the legislation.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by BuzzFeed
This article features a list of 30 gifts that people will likely use every day, including a Taylor Swift-inspired mug, Torani syrups for coffee, colored fine tip pens, adjustable Bluetooth headphones, can-shaped drinking glasses with glass straws, an aromatherapy locket, a multi-use hydrator, a five-year journal, a cold brew maker, a portable white noise machine, Glossier lip balms, an electric scooter, essential oil-scented bath bombs, a cozy Carhartt beanie, Mike's Hot Honey, a microfiber hair towel, a stainless-steel electric kettle, a compact air purifier, a Revlon straightening brush, an Instant Pot, a time-marked water bottle, a Hydro Flask car holder adapter, a Jeopardy day-to-day calendar, a memory foam seat cushion, and a lumbar pillow for home office comfort.