Why not add a widget that is an exact display of the legacy Worklist?  Combine tasks and proofs with deadlines shown and in chrono order by deadline.  Late are red.  Currently the new home is broken. Proofs are listed by 'date added' rather than due date and don't even show the due date.  Not usable...

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