China ‘996 Work Culture’ Dates Back 2,200 Years, Shows Work-life Balance Struggles Through Centuries
In modern China, the so-called 996 work culture, working six days a week from 9am to 9pm, has become a major point of contention. While some advocate for the gruelling schedule as a fast track to success, others decry it as “modern slavery”, pointing to cases where excessive work hours have led to severe health […]