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One of the biggest names in charging is the subject of a major new safety recall. Anker, which makes portable battery packs for mobile devices, is recalling 1.16 million chargers over concerns that their lithium ion batteries could overheat, causing burns or posing a fire risk. The recall specifically names Ankers PowerCore 10000 power banks with model number A1263, which consumers can find printed on the bottom of the devices. The recall only affects power banks sold in the U.S., and concerned customers can check their Anker products against the companys recall info page. The risk from the recalled devices isnt just hypothetical. The Consumer Product Safety Commission reports that Anker has documented 19 cases of fires and explosions related to the now-recalled power banks, including two minor burn injuries and 11 instances of property damage totaling more than $60,700. What to do if you own an affected charger Anyone with a portable charger affected by the recall can submit a claim with Anker in order to receive a replacement device or a gift card. If youve got a recalled device and arent sure what to do with it, dont throw it, or any other lithium ion battery, in the garbage can, as careless disposal of electronics can pose a real fire risk. Anker encourages its customers to check their citys specific recommendations for household hazardous waste collection to safely dispose of the potentially dangerous devices.
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One of the worst mistakes I ever made applying for a job was ignoring red flags during the job interview process. Looking back, there were several things that made me uneasy. But I was enamored with how the company described its culture, the people, and the role, and so I ignored them. As it turned out, all of those things were poorly defined or a far cry from what was promised. I had left a toxic work environment only to end up in an equally bad situation. Sometimes, as job seekers, were so desperate to escape our current situations that we forget job interviews are a two-way street. We overfocus on performing well during interviews and forget to ask questions about the company or role (or ask only surface-level questions). {"blockType":"creator-network-promo","data":{"mediaUrl":"https:\/\/images.fastcompany.com\/image\/upload\/f_webp,q_auto,c_fit\/wp-cms-2\/2025\/04\/workbetter-logo.png","headline":"Work Better","description":"Thoughts on the future of work, career pivots, and why work shouldn't suck, by Anna Burgess Yang. To learn more visit workbetter.media.","substackDomain":"https:\/\/www.workbetter.media","colorTheme":"salmon","redirectUrl":""}} But the more you can try to suss out during the interview process, the better shape youll be in when deciding whether or not to accept or decline an offer. Here are some best practices. Red flags Some companies are not great at writing job descriptionsor theyll write perfect versions of a role that dont reflect reality. When youre talking to the hiring manager, ask about day-to-day responsibilities. The manager should have a crystal clear idea of what youre expected to do, even if the description is, You will wear a lot of hats. Ive worked for many small companies where I was expected to adjust to an ever-changing role. That can be fine, as long as you know upfront and your performance is evaluated accordingly. If the company only has a vague idea of what it needs from the role, odds are it won’t be possible for you to meet expectations. Its also a red flag if the company asks you to put a significant amount of work into the interview process. During the first interview, you should ask how many additional interviews you can expect. Three half-hour interviews total? Probably fine. Five hour-long interviews, plus a lengthy, unpaid test assignment? That company doesnt value your time, has trouble making decisions, or both. What to ask the interviewer Youll want to ask for details about the team structure and the type of work youll be doing. These basic questions will help you determine if its a job youd enjoy. But a few probing questions can help you learn more about the company itself. Why is this role open? Is the company in growth mode and needs to add to the team? Did the prior person leave because they accepted their dream job? Or has the company experienced a lot of turnover? How flexible is the work environment? If flexibility is important to you, youll want to ask the right questions. Some companies claim to be flexible when, in reality, they aren’t. A good question to ask is whether people work synchronously or asynchronously. If people work synchronously, the company is probably less flexible. You can also ask how many meetings you can expect per week, which will impact your flexibility. How is feedback given? This ties into how well the role is defined. Does the company have a formal review process? If so, how often? You want to make sure you can meet expectations, even if expectations are ever-changing at a small company. Dont end up in the same bad job situation Companies will likely look at your LinkedIn profile and ask for references, trying to determine what kind of an employee you are. You should do the same. Check Glassdoor, but read reviews with a grain of salt. Employees of small companies may be afraid to leave reviews, and sometimes reviews are skewed toward employees who had negative experiences. You can also check LinkedIn. Find former employees and look at how long they were with the company. One employee with a short tenure doesnt say much, but lots of turnover is a red flag. If youre comfortable, you could even send a DM to a former employee and ask about their experience. As a job seeker, its your version of checking references. Above all, dont ignore your gut. If you get a bad vibe during the interview, it will probably be magnified once youre hired. Unless youre desperate for a new role, its better to keep looking than to end up in a job you regret. {"blockType":"creator-network-promo","data":{"mediaUrl":"https:\/\/images.fastcompany.com\/image\/upload\/f_webp,q_auto,c_fit\/wp-cms-2\/2025\/04\/workbetter-logo.png","headline":"Work Better","description":"Thoughts on the future of work, career pivots, and why work shouldn't suck, by Anna Burgess Yang. To learn more visit workbetter.media.","substackDomain":"https:\/\/www.workbetter.media","colorTheme":"salmon","redirectUrl":""}} Anna Burgess Yang
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Tensions in the Middle East reached a critical point last night as Israel launched an offensive strike targeting Irans nuclear facilities and military installations. Iran responded swiftly, raising fears that the two nationsand possibly the wider regionare on the brink of full-scale war. In the immediate aftermath, airlines across the globe scrambled to reroute or cancel flights, clearing airspace over Israel, Iran, and neighboring countries. If youre scheduled to travel to, from, or through the region, heres what you need to know. Israeli, Iranian, Jordanian, and Iraqi airspace cleared within hours Within hours of Israel launching its offensive, airlines quickly cleared Israeli, Iranian, Jordanian, and Iraqi airspace. The move is a preemptive one meant to ensure that commercial airliners are not inadvertently struck by missiles or other weapons launched between the countries. As you can see from the embedded FlightRadar24 flight tracker below, shortly after 11:30 p.m. UTC last night, commercial aircraft began being diverted from the affected airspace. By 2 a.m. UTC this morning, nearly all commercial aircraft had been redirected. 9-second video of the clearing of Iranian and Iraqi airspace. pic.twitter.com/VZLWbmk9sC— Flightradar24 (@flightradar24) June 13, 2025 Israels Ben Gurion Airport closed Israels main international airport, Ben Gurion Airport (TLV), which is located 12 miles southeast of Tel Aviv, was quickly closed, according to a report from the Times of Israel. According to a pop-up notice on the airports website, all flights to and from the airport are canceled until further notice. Due to the current special security situation, all flights to and from Ben Gurion Airport (LLBG) are canceled until further notice, the notice reads. Please be advised: Do not travel to the airport. CNN reports that other airports in the region also remain closed, including Tehrans Mehrabad Airport and Ammans Queen Alia International Airport. Flights from the U.S. affected, too While the conflict is in the Middle East, it has affected flights operated by U.S.-based airlines. As CNBC notes, Delta and United have canceled flights to Tel Aviv through at least Saturday. Flights that were already in the air when the conflict broke out reportedly turned around to the New York area. Delta Airlines has posted a travel advisory related to the unrest, in which the airline warns that travel to, from, or through Tel Aviv, Israel (TLV) may be impacted if the flight is scheduled from now until June 30, 2025. The company has listed the options ticket holders have to rebook their affected flights. What should I do if I have a flight booked? If you have a flight booked that is scheduled to depart to or from, or travese through, the Middle East areaparticularily the countries of Israel, Iran, Iraq, and Jordanyou shoiuld check with your airline directly to see whether the flight is still operating, has been altered or rescheduled, or has been canceled. Travelers should also enable notifications from the airlines apps to ensure they receive the latest updates to any affected flights in a timely manner.
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