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Tim Robinson and the Golden Age of Cringe Comedy

nytimes.com His sketch show, “I Think You Should Leave,” zeroes in on the panic-inducing feelings of living in a society where we can’t agree on the rules. This minor fact is one of the…

Ford recalls over 140,000 Lincoln MKCs because of potential fire risk

cbsnews.com Ford Motor said Friday that anyone with a Lincoln MKC from model years 2015-2019 should park their vehicle outside for now as the luxury SUVs may be prone to spontaneous…

Ford suing Blue Cross Blue Shield, alleging a price-fixing conspiracy

aol.com Ford Motor Co. is suing Blue Cross Blue Shield in federal court, alleging a price-fixing conspiracy that it says resulted in the automaker being overcharged for health…

Maker of anti-addiction drug Suboxone reaches $102.5 million settlement over antitrust claims

aol.com The company that makes the opioid addiction treatment drug Suboxone has agreed to pay $102.5 million to 41 states and the District of Columbia to settle claims that the…

Antigua and Barbuda grant Rastafari right to grow sacramental marijuana

pbs.org On the same ground where their enslaved ancestors were forced to plant sugar cane, Rastafari on this small island nation are now legally growing and ritualistically smoking…

States sue 3M, DuPont over toxic 'forever chemicals' found in drinking water

cnbc.com Just outside of Bangor, Maine — the hometown of renowned horror author Stephen King — more than 500 students, faculty and staff arrive at Hermon High School each day. But…

Mark Cuban says debate over "woke" ideology ignores good business principles

fortune.com Mark Cuban says he has no qualms with being called “woke” when it comes to inclusivity. Ultimately, he said, embracing diversity is actually just a good business decision.…

Should schools teach teens about gambling risks?

aol.com As a high school senior, Nick was blessed with a deadly accurate jump shot from the three-point range — something he was quick to monetize. He and his gym classmates not far…

The economics of homelessness

marketplace.org As part of a special series, “Marketplace Morning Report” decided to explore how debt ceiling talks are further stalling progress on big priorities like the housing crisis,…

How to manage a big retirement risk amid health-care inflation

cnbc.com There are plenty of risks for retirees — and those risks may compound by the rising cost of health care in retirement. While the cost of medical care has recently fallen,…

Several top House Democrats want to get rid of the debt ceiling and economic 'hostage taking'

businessinsider.com U.S. Rep. Pramila Jayapal (D-WA) speaks during a news conference at the U.S. Capitol on May 24, 2023 in Washington, DC. The Congressional Progressive Caucus (CPC) held a…

‘It left me with nothing’: the debt trap of payday loans

theguardian.com Meka Armstrong of Detroit, Michigan, has struggled in a cycle of debt from payday loans for years. She first took out a payday loan in 2010 to cover the costs of medication…

As legal gambling surges, should schools teach teens about risk?

abcnews.go.com ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. -- As a high school senior, Nick was blessed with a deadly accurate jump shot from the three-point range — something he was quick to monetize. He and his…

Woman, 78, found alive after four days missing in the woods

newsweek.com A 78-year-old woman has been found safely in Alberta, Canada, after being missing for four days. Lorraine Vandenbosch was described as being "in good spirits" when rescuers…

Senate passes debt limit deal, sending bill to President Joe Biden's desk

newsweek.com The Senate voted 63-36 to send a bill raising the nation's borrowing limit to President Joe Biden's desk, ending a months-long political battle that jeopardized the full…

Trump pollster Tony Fabrizio tells donors DeSantis electability is a "myth"

axios.com Trump pollster Tony Fabrizio is telling GOP donors that it's a "myth" that Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is more electable than the former president, according to a private memo…

Ford Motor Co sues Blue Cross Blue Shield in antitrust case over ‘astronomical’ profit

reuters.com sued Blue Cross Blue Shield Association in U.S. court on Wednesday, accusing it of a price-fixing conspiracy that caused the automaker to pay inflated costs for health…

Audit finds National Highway Traffic Safety Administration auto safety defect probes take too long

aol.com The U.S. government agency charged with keeping the roads safe is slow to investigate automobile safety defects, limiting its ability to handle rapidly changing or severe…

Consumers, DTE peak summer hours rate increases start today

mlive.com Summer rate increases during peak hours kick in today for Consumers Energy and DTE electricity customers. Consumers is increasing its price per kWh during the peak hours of…

Wilson departs Automotive News for Presidio Group

talkingbiznews.com Amy Wilson, who oversees retail coverage at Automotive News, has been hired by merchant banking firm Presidio Group to be director of research and communications. Wilson has…

US turns up pressure on air bag inflator company that refuses a recall despite deaths, injuries

apnews.com FILE -The ARC Automotive manufacturing plant is seen, July 14, 2015 in Knoxville, Tenn. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said Friday, May 12, 2023 that ARC…

Donald Trump plans 2024 fundraising swing from Georgia to his NJ golf course as he calls on his bundlers to raise up to $1 million

cnbc.com Former President Donald Trump follows his second shot during the pro-am prior to the LIV Golf Invitational - DC at Trump National Golf Club on May 25, 2023 in Sterling,…

Meet me at the dog run

techcrunch.com You’ll have to forgive me, I spent most of the morning thinking and writing about VR. In the lead-up to Apple’s expected headset announcement at WWDC next week, I did a…

Michigan failing to retain key talent after graduation, report says

detroitnews.com Mackinac Island — Michigan is failing to retain a key talent pool among college graduates as the state's automotive industry reaches an "inflection point" that requires…

How New York Democrats Could Redistrict George Santos—And the Republican Majority

vanityfair.com When Aria Branch walks into the New York State Supreme Court on June 8 to deliver her opening statement, she will be concentrating on the arcana of Article III, section 4E…

A Fruitful Relationship: Why Jelly Roll’s Fans Are Called ‘Bad Apples’

billboard.com Taylor Swift has her Swifties and Jelly Roll has his Bad Apples. Jelly’s life story is told by the tattoos that cover his body, including a crudely drawn apple core on the…

Jimmy Butler, Miami Heat Can Gloat Over Haters, But Others Can’t

forbes.com It’s the one that sits near the vicinity of what Jimmy Butler said slightly above a monotone last month after his Miami Heat shocked the Celtics in Boston during the opening…

Livability: Five college towns worth staying in after graduation

livability.com Think college towns are just for students? Think again. These small cities and towns are amazing places to live at any stage of life. Your diploma has been framed, the cap…

Ari Emanuel Says COVID Nearly Ended Endeavor: ‘I’d Never Had to Fire That Many People’

thewrap.com Ari Emanuel, CEO of Endeavor, said the COVID-19 pandemic nearly killed his massive holding company, which owns the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) and the William…

Paycheck Protection Laws Enacted In Four States Over Last Three Months

forbes.com Two weeks before Governor Ron DeSantis (R-Fla.) launched his presidential campaign, he signed Senate Bill 256, making Florida the most recent state to enact a law commonly…

These Are the U.S. Cities Where It’s Cheaper to Buy than Rent

apartmenttherapy.com These Are the U.S. Cities Where It’s Cheaper to Buy than Rent We independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. All prices…

Endeavor CEO Ari Emanuel: AI Will Be A Very Important Development Tool

deadline.com Ari Emanuel believes artificial intelligence will help the entertainment industry, not destroy it. Speaking on the Freakonomics Radio podcast to author and host Stephen…

House passes bill to raise the debt ceiling, but trouble looms in Senate

newsweek.com After months of uncertainty and weeks of heated negotiations, the House passed a bill to raise the nation's borrowing limit by a 314-117 vote, with 149 Republicans and 165…

New summer rates for DTE, Consumers start this week as temps soar

detroitnews.com New summer electricity rates go into effect this week for DTE and Consumers Energy customers across the state, just as temperatures are expected to hit 90 degrees for the…

‘Justified: City Primeval’ Trailer: First Extended Look At Timothy Olyphant’s Return As Raylan Givens

deadline.com UPDATED with new trailer, 10:50 AM: Raylan Givens is back on the job in the first full trailer for FX’s limited series Justified: City Primeval. Timothy Olyphant reprises…

3 Arrested on Felony Charges for Allegedly Perpetrating a $4 Million 'Substantial Food Stamp Fraud Ring' With Stolen Data

entrepreneur.com Three people were arrested on felony charges last week for their alleged involvement in a "substantial food stamp fraud ring." The scheme is responsible for stealing $4…

6 National Parks You Don’t Know About (But Should)

wsj.com MAKE WAY FOR A MOOSE A hiker in Michigan’s Isle Royale National Park yields the right-of-way on the Minong Ridge Trail. WITH THEIR mile-deep sandstone canyons,…

15 years of Michigan’s affirmative action ban offers a grim prediction for the SCOTUS ruling

fastcompany.com Michigan is one one nine states with an affirmative action ban. According to students, universities, recruiters and employees it’s had devastating impacts on diversity at…

The most expensive and most affordable cities for childcare in the US

businessinsider.com Parents spend years saving to send their kid to college. In order to give their child the best chance to succeed in life, parents open up special savings accounts, put in…

My Fellow Democrats: The Era of Big Government Is Over

newsweek.com Have you noticed the political paradox happening right now? During the first two years of Joe Biden's presidency, Biden notched massive achievements that any President would…

Wheeling and Dealing: How Auto Dealers Put The Brakes on Direct Sales

marginalrevolution.com Alexander Sammon attends the the annual convention of the National Automobile Dealers Association: Now car dealers are one of the most important secular forces in American…

KLA Shares Soars As Chip Equipment Makers Surge 21% In May

marketbeat.com Chip gear maker KLA Corp. NASDAQ: KLAC, has been moving in tandem with juggernaut Nvidia Corp. NASDAQ: NVDA. Just about all chipmakers and chip designers, with the notable…

“Smart People Are Falling for Stupid Lies”: How One Florida County Has Become Ground Zero for the Far-Right’s Education Blitz

vanityfair.com On a Sunday afternoon in late May 2022, Zander Moricz, then class president of Sarasota County’s Pine View School, spent the moments before his graduation speech sitting…

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