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Interconnected Earth @connectedearth.bsky.social · 11h
The November #JobsReport isn’t just weak — it’s bad. Structural labor shifts, shutdown impacts, demographic cliffs, and more are all now visible at once.

A deeper look ➡️ buff.ly/r14lYqW

#Jobs #Economy #Labor #Data
The November Jobs Report Is Bad — and It Still Doesn’t Tell the Whole Story - Interconnected Earth
Even with October’s missing jobs report, November’s numbers are strange — and they still don’t show the full picture, the November jobs report is bad. Yes, the data is weak. Yes, the outlook is…
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What happens when fewer companies control more of the entertainment industry? Less competition. Fewer voices. More power at the top.

How mergers impact actors, crews, theaters, and the future of storytelling.

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#Antitrust #Unions #BehindTheScenes #FilmLife #SaveCinema
December 18, 2025 at 1:03 AM
connectedearth.bsky.social
The November #JobsReport isn’t just weak — it’s bad. Structural labor shifts, shutdown impacts, demographic cliffs, and more are all now visible at once.

A deeper look ➡️ buff.ly/r14lYqW

#Jobs #Economy #Labor #Data
The November Jobs Report Is Bad — and It Still Doesn’t Tell the Whole Story - Interconnected Earth
Even with October’s missing jobs report, November’s numbers are strange — and they still don’t show the full picture, the November jobs report is bad. Yes, the data is weak. Yes, the outlook is…
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December 17, 2025 at 8:33 PM
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Before you read the news about the most recent jobs report a reminder this is what we wrote about the missing jobs report last month.
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#Jobs #Economy #WorldNews #Unemployment
The Silent Cost of the Shutdown: How Delayed Economic Data Is Undermining Job Growth, Unemployment Tracking, and the U.S. Economy - Interconnected Earth
The federal government may have reopened, but the shutdown left a lasting scar and delayed economic data.
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December 17, 2025 at 12:55 PM
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The ultra-rich face unique psychological burdens: isolation, objectification, guilt, hoarding impulses.

When people with disproportionate influence are mentally unwell, the consequences reverberate across society. buff.ly/xoZpM10

#Wealth #MentalHealth #Money
Why the Wealthy Must Be Mentally Healthier — and Why It Matters to Us All - Interconnected Earth
The Wealthy Must Be Mentally Healthier — when the rich struggle psychologically, their power magnifies the impact on society, economics, and well-being.
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December 17, 2025 at 10:23 AM
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Coal, gas, oil, hydro, wind, solar—each has a safety story. Some harm our lungs and water, others reshape landscapes. This deep dive looks at how energy affects our homes and health.

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#EnergyTransition #CleanEnergy #EnvironmentalHealth #ClimateAction #Renewables
December 16, 2025 at 7:57 PM
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Movies aren’t just content. They’re culture, community, and shared spaces. What happens when streaming giants replace theaters?
Read the full piece:

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#MovieTheaters #ThirdSpaces #HollywoodNews #CreativeEconomy #Movies #monopolies
The Day the Dream Factory Got Bought Out — What Netflix + (Maybe) Paramount Means for Hollywood - Interconnected Earth
What this means for Hollywood? This acquisition beyond Wall Street and shareholder value, this deal raises urgent questions about creativity, access, and what it means to make — and watch — films in A...
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December 16, 2025 at 6:56 PM
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What happens when fewer companies control more of the entertainment industry? Less competition. Fewer voices. More power at the top.

Explore how mergers impact actors, crews, theaters, and the future of storytelling.
buff.ly/ZwQrfjf

#Antitrust #Unions #BehindTheScenes #FilmLife #SaveCinema
The Day the Dream Factory Got Bought Out — What Netflix + (Maybe) Paramount Means for Hollywood - Interconnected Earth
What this means for Hollywood? This acquisition beyond Wall Street and shareholder value, this deal raises urgent questions about creativity, access, and what it means to make — and watch — films in…
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December 16, 2025 at 11:42 AM
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✨ What happens when AI starts making music? From virtual bands to new legal battles, the music landscape is evolving fast.

Dive into the systems recreating creativity and the future of sound. 🎶

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#AIMusic #DigitalCulture #MusicTech #NowPlaying #Music
The New Sound of Music: How AI Is Reshaping the Music Industry in 2025 - Interconnected Earth
In 2025 the conversation around AI music is no longer about whether it's coming — it's already here, so what does that really mean?
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December 16, 2025 at 1:25 AM
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How safe is the energy that powers your home? From gas stove pollutants linked to asthma to coal ash contaminating wells, energy systems touch our lives in ways we rarely discuss.

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#EnergySafety #PublicHealth #ClimateJustice #HomeHealth #SustainableEnergy
Energy At Home: How Power Production Endangers Houses, Health, and the People Inside Them - Interconnected Earth
Climate change impacts our lives and homes. Explore how power production affects our health and safety, especially regarding energy at home.
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December 15, 2025 at 10:47 PM
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From classic vinyl vibes to AI-generated hits — music is entering a new era. 🎶🤖
Learn how artificial intelligence is transforming how songs are created, streamed, and experienced 👉
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#AI #MusicTech #FutureIsNow #Streaming #Innovation
December 15, 2025 at 6:43 PM
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Mass shootings in the US, per Gun Violence Archive:

2015: 332
2016: 383
2017: 347
2018: 335
2019: 414
2020: 611
2021: 689
2022: 644
2023: 659
2024: 503

So far in 2025...392 mass shootings in 349 days.

We do not have to keep living like this.
December 15, 2025 at 5:18 PM
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Mental health is not just personal — it’s economic

Untreated mental illness = lost workers, stressed caregivers, weakened communities, and billions in financial loss every year.

Current policies risk deepening that damage

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#MentalHealthMatters #MedicaidCuts #MaternalMentalHealth
The Fragile State of Mental Health in America: Access, Costs, and the Ripple Effects of Policy Change - Interconnected Earth
Mental health in America is at a breaking point. Despite growing awareness and advances in prevention and treatment, access to care remains elusive for millions. Rising insurance costs, provider…
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December 15, 2025 at 2:37 PM
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This is so incredibly important.
rbreich.bsky.social Robert Reich @rbreich.bsky.social · 3d
Increase in productivity since 1979: 87%

Increase in hourly pay since 1979: 32%

Just so happens that ~25% of workers were unionized in 1979. Today? 10%.

As unions declined, the super-rich have taken a larger share of wealth generated by labor. We must build back union power.
December 15, 2025 at 1:39 AM
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AI-powered data centers consume massive energy. Local grids are under strain, and coal or gas plants may be fired back up.

It’s not just a climate story — it's an economic one.
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#ArtificialIntelligence #GreenTech #ClimateCrisis #DataCenters #InterconnectedEarth
AI’s Hidden Cost: How Artificial Intelligence Is Fueling Climate Change and Rising Energy Bills - Interconnected Earth
Artificial Intelligence Is Fueling Climate Change. AI has become the new engine of the global economy, but how much energy does it take to power intelligence itself?
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December 15, 2025 at 1:17 AM
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How safe is the energy that powers your home? From gas stove pollutants linked to asthma to coal ash contaminating wells, energy systems touch our lives in ways we rarely discuss.

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#EnergySafety #PublicHealth #ClimateJustice #HomeHealth #SustainableEnergy
Energy At Home: How Power Production Endangers Houses, Health, and the People Inside Them - Interconnected Earth
Climate change impacts our lives and homes. Explore how power production affects our health and safety, especially regarding energy at home.
interconnectedearth.com
December 14, 2025 at 4:36 PM
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While critics say intoxicating hemp isn’t properly monitored, others warn that shutting down the industry could devastate farmers and state-funded programs.

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#HempIndustry #CannabisEconomy #CBDMarket #THCPolicy #HempCommunity #EconomicImpact #WellnessIndustry #PolicyShift
What Happens to the Economy if the U.S. Restricts Hemp Products? - Interconnected Earth
The debate over hemp-derived THC products is reaching a turning point — and the economic implications are enormous. With Congress moving to ban intoxicating hemp products nationwide, many are asking…
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December 14, 2025 at 11:03 AM
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Hunger + Waste = A cruel paradox 🌍. As companies discard surplus food, countless people struggle with food insecurity — and the toll on mental health is real. Explore the full picture → buff.ly/dgAjxRO
#FoodInsecurity #WasteNot #ThinkGlobalActLocal
December 14, 2025 at 9:00 AM
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Chronic hunger does more than weaken the body — it drains mental strength, reduces cognitive ability, and makes planning impossible. We need to see food security as essential.
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#FoodSecurity #MentalWellbeing #HumanPotential
Hunger and the Human Mind: Why Food Insecurity Is a Cognitive and Psychological Emergency - Interconnected Earth
In public discourse, hunger is often framed as a nutritional crisis, but hunger and the human mind are deeply intertwined.
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December 14, 2025 at 4:43 AM
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✨ What happens when AI starts making music? From virtual bands to new legal battles, the music landscape is evolving fast.
Dive into the revolution redefining creativity and the future of sound. 🎶
👉 Read more: buff.ly/eVV3cyk

#AIMusic #MusicInnovation #DigitalCulture #MusicTech #NowPlaying
December 13, 2025 at 4:01 PM
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Movies aren’t just content. They’re culture, community, and shared spaces. What happens when streaming giants replace theaters?
Read the full piece: buff.ly/ZwQrfjf

#MovieTheaters #ThirdSpaces #HollywoodNews #CreativeEconomy
December 13, 2025 at 11:00 AM
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Why are we wasting food in a world where many skip meals? The disconnect between corporate waste and hunger doesn’t just hurt bodies — it hurts minds. Learn more →

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#HungerAndWaste #MentalHealth #Sustainability
December 13, 2025 at 2:00 AM
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🎧 AI is changing how music is made, shared, and heard — from robotic vocals to chart-topping AI acts.
Explore how generative tech is reshaping the music industry and what it means for artists & fans alike 👇
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#AIMusic #MusicIndustry #TechTrends #FutureOfMusic #Music
The New Sound of Music: How AI Is Reshaping the Music Industry in 2025 - Interconnected Earth
In 2025 the conversation around AI music is no longer about whether it's coming — it's already here, so what does that really mean?
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December 12, 2025 at 11:03 PM
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Nearly half of U.S. adults say money has a negative impact on their mental health — and it’s not just about debt, it’s about daily survival. Let’s talk about financial stress, break the stigma, and support each other

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#EndTheStigma #MoneyStress #MindfulLiving
Money and Mental Health: The Invisible Weight of Financial Stress - Interconnected Earth
Financial stress impacts every facet of life, deeply affecting mental well-being. Explore the link between Money and Mental Health in our latest post.
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December 12, 2025 at 3:04 PM
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Millions of homes across America are standing empty — and behind each abandoned roof could be a story of financial collapse and silent suffering. 🏚️ The toll on mental health is real.

Read more: buff.ly/rpFWBJ9

#HousingCrisis #MentalHealthAwareness #LostHomes
The Hidden Crisis: 6.5 Million Abandoned Homes, Financial Fragility, and the Mental Health Toll - Interconnected Earth
In the United States, there are approximately 6.5 million abandoned homes, each representing more than just a decaying structure. They’re silent witnesses to systemic issues in housing, wealth…
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December 12, 2025 at 6:45 AM
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When studios merge, creativity shrinks. Fewer opportunities for actors, crew, theaters, and independent voices — and more power concentrated at the top.

Full article 👉 buff.ly/ZwQrfjf

#Antitrust #Unions #Film #SaveCinema
December 12, 2025 at 4:15 AM