In a significant move, hundreds of tech workers at the New York Times have gone on strike just one day before the presidential election, citing unfair labor practices and contract disputes. The New York Times Tech Guild has mobilized its members, urging them to walk off the job in solidarity and asking readers to refrain from playing Wordle and other games during this period of action. As the strike unfolds, the publication faces potential disruptions to its services, raising concerns about its ability to cover the election effectively. Meanwhile, the CEO of Perplexity AI has controversially offered to fill the roles of the striking staff with AI solutions, drawing backlash from the workers and the public alike.