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The Human Cost of Overnight Delivery | Global News
- Published
- July 24, 2026
- Duration
- 2:01
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- Last updated
- Jul 26, 2026
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Summary
A 27-year-old South Korean warehouse worker died of a heart attack, sparking outrage over the human cost of overnight delivery services. His mother blames overwork, backed by state insurers, as part of a troubling trend: 46 workers have died from work-related heart or stroke issues since 2020. Driven by consumer demand for 7 AM deliveries, these workers e…
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A 27-year-old South Korean warehouse worker died of a heart attack, sparking outrage over the human cost of overnight delivery services. His mother blames overwork, backed by state insurers, as part of a troubling trend: 46 workers have died from work-related heart or stroke issues since 2020. Driven by consumer demand for 7 AM deliveries, these workers endure punishing hours, often paid per delivery with little rest. While some choose night shifts for higher pay and family flexibility, the toll
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