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7 years ago

Why do the Swedes take such long summer holidays?

In the early 20th century, unions negotiated with many of Sweden's industrial companies to agree on a specific period when factories would shut down.
Canada news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Under a cloud: the city smothered in smog in pictures

The article highlights the environmental issues faced by the impoverished community in Saint John due to industrial activities.
History
fromWorldhistory
1 month ago

Futures after Progress by Chloe Ahmann (Book Review)

Chloe Ahmann's "Futures After Progress" explores the interconnection of environment and urban history in late industrial Baltimore.
fromtime.com
1 month ago

The 19th Century Thinker Who Touted Tariffs

Protectionists presented tariffs as the essential policy to quicken the development of manufactures as well as a remedy to the social ills that afflicted the emerging industrial working class.
Right-wing politics
from99% Invisible
2 months ago

Beautiful West Oakland, California - 99% Invisible

West Oakland, once bustling with Black life, became overshadowed by industrial growth, as city planners prioritized the port expansion over residents’ health and community well-being.
East Bay food
philosophy
fromAeon
7 months ago

Extra virgin olive oil is the flavour of mechanisation | Aeon Essays

Olive oil symbolizes health, culture, and historical resistance to industrialization, rooted in ancient traditions that highlight its transformative qualities.
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