AI Disrupts Industries but Puts Some Jobs at Risk; Gender Pay Gap Persists Despite Progress; Job Growth Spurs Rate Hike Talk; Commuting Help Offered to Lure Back Office Workers; Weight Loss Drug Coverage Considered

AI is disrupting industries like recruiting, entertainment, and news through new generative tools. But it also puts jobs like voice acting at risk.

The gender wage gap persists. A Google exec sued over being hired at a lower level than males. A Nobel went to research on women at work.

Job growth exceeded expectations in September, but the Fed may raise rates in response. Actors and auto strikes continue.

EY reimburses workers up to $800 for commuting and care costs to incentivize office returns. It ties the policy to better retention.

Employers may cover weight loss drugs, but costs are high. A medical approach is recommended over broad coverage.