Work

It started in the early '90s as a way to expose girls to their parents' professions. Boys are included now, too, and some say, it needs to broaden its approach even further.

We're learning more about what happens when the government gives people money without conditions.

The popular messaging platform was down for most of the workday Monday.

Some people may not feel their workplace is safe. Others may need to provide child care for their families.

Boston College professor Juliet Schor explains why the U.S. has never had anything close to a 15-hour workweek.

The Bureau of Labor Statistics would categorize Steve’s job as “production, transportation, and material moving” along with butchers, sewing machine operators and furniture makers, to name a few. One in 10 workers in the U.S. labor force are in this category.

The Bureau of Labor Statistics would categorize Rocio’s job most broadly as “natural resources, construction and maintenance occupations.” One in 10 workers work jobs in that category.

Kate's work is part of the "Sales and Office Occupations," category, like 20% of the U.S. labor force. She has an associate's degree.

Gaile is part of the sales industry and works part time. She's part of the largest growing segment of workers — those over 55.

The Bureau of Labor Statistics would categorize her under “management, professional, and related occupations," along with four in 10 U.S. workers. This category also includes teachers, dentists, CEOs and a wide range of other professions.