November 5th 2024.
Are you willing to give up your daily dose of Wordle?
The ongoing strike at The New York Times has the potential to disrupt their coverage of the US election, and their employees are urging readers to stop playing Wordle and Connections as a show of support.
Since its rise to fame in October 2021, Wordle has become a beloved pastime for many, with countless spin-offs popping up. Just four months after its viral success, The New York Times purchased the game for an undisclosed seven-figure sum, solidifying its place as a fan favorite on their website. The success of Wordle has also paved the way for more puzzle games like Connections and Strands.
However, the game has now become a tool for the tech staff at The New York Times, who are currently on strike and calling for a temporary halt to Wordle and other games. The Times Tech Guild, consisting of 600 employees, alleges that the company has violated labor laws by implementing office return mandates without proper negotiation and intimidating staff who intend to join the strike. Despite multiple rounds of negotiations, the Guild has resorted to picketing outside The New York Times headquarters in New York City on a daily basis.
In addition to asking for support from their regular readers, the Tech Guild has also urged them to refrain from engaging in any of The New York Times' games, including the popular cooking app. The timing of this strike is no coincidence, as it coincides with the week of the US presidential election. With voting already underway, the absence of tech staff will undoubtedly impact the newspaper's coverage of one of the most significant events of the year.
The strike officially began on November 4th, with Tech Guild unit chair Kathy Zhang stating that "Management is more willing to jeopardize our election coverage than come to a fair agreement with its workers. We have no other choice but to demonstrate the power of our labor on the picket line." The New York Times Guild, a union representing the newspaper's newsroom, has also expressed their support for the Tech Guild, emphasizing that the company's reputation is at stake and that they will not take on any work that has been struck. They also stated that the tech workers deserve a strong union contract that recognizes the immense value of their work.
The New York Times has issued its own statement to Polygon, claiming that the strike is "unnecessary and goes against our mission." They assure readers that they have robust plans in place to continue serving their readers during this critical period of coverage. However, the question remains - will the strike last throughout the entire election period?
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In other news, the Scottish version of Wordle has been scrapped due to a legal threat from The New York Times. It seems like even after all this time, people are still finding joy in lockdown hobbies like Wordle. And if you're feeling nostalgic, you can always check out Google's hidden treasure trove of retro games, including Tic Tac Toe. Sign up for our newsletter to be the first to know about the latest gaming content and releases. Your privacy is important to us, so we follow strict policies to protect your personal information. By using our site, you agree to our Privacy Policy and Terms of Service.
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