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Were Andrew Wyeth’s Secret Paintings a Sex Scandal, a Set-Up, or Something Else Entirely?
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Were Andrew Wyeth’s Secret Paintings a Sex Scandal, a Set-Up ...
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Home Depot is buying a roofing company for $18 billion — its biggest deal ever: The retailer says its total addressable market is now about $1 trillion
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Home Depot is buying a roofing company for $18 billion — its biggest deal ...
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Walgreens beat Wall Street's earnings expectations but warned of a 'challenging retail environment'
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Walgreens beat Wall Street's earnings expectations but warned of a ...
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Bill Maher expands podcast operation with a controversial host: Bill Maher, who hosts the podcast Club Random in addition to Real Time with Bill Maher on HBO ...
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Bill Maher expands podcast operation with a controversial host
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Case 1 of the Crime Podcast - “A man poisons his wife” - «Yes, an absolutely cold-blooded murder»
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Case 1 of the Crime Podcast - “A man poisons his wife” - «Yes ...
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Dollar Tree to increase max price in stores to $7, reports higher income shoppers
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Dollar Tree to increase max price in stores to $7, reports higher income ...
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When does youth employment become child labor? : The number of teenagers in the workforce today is at its highest level in about 20 years. At the same time ...
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When does youth employment become child labor?
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5 ways McDonald's, Walmart, and other retailers are getting creative to reach consumers
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5 ways McDonald's, Walmart, and other retailers are getting creative to ...
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Walmart wants more wealthy shoppers: The retail giant is making renovations to its sales floors and its assortment of brands
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Walmart wants more wealthy shoppers
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440,500 Starbucks mugs recalled after a dozen people hurt: List of recalled mugs: The mugs were sold in the United States at Target, Walmart and military retail ...
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440,500 Starbucks mugs recalled after a dozen people hurt: List of ...
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Spotify vs. YouTube Music: so alike, but which is best for you?: With similar libraries, as well as near-identical music quality and pricing ...
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Spotify vs. YouTube Music: so alike, but which is best for you?
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Retail sales flatline as wet weather dampens demand: Online spending was up last month as heavy rainfall put off many from heading out to the high street ...
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Retail sales flatline as wet weather dampens demand
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“Winnetou”: Why ZDF is showing the controversial film despite criticism: On Good Friday, ZDF viewers will see “Winnetou Part 1”. Despite criticism ...
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“Winnetou”: Why ZDF is showing the controversial film despite criticism
Quick Glance: "Winnetou": Why ZDF Chooses to Air Controversial Film
  • Despite criticism, the controversial film "Winnetou 1. Teil" will be shown on ZDF on Good Friday.

  • The "Winnetou" series, based on Karl May's stories, gained popularity in the Sixties.

  • Criticism of the portrayal of indigenous peoples led to consequences such as book withdrawals and low interest in cinemas.

  • The ZDF defends the broadcast as a historical document reflecting societal issues of the past but remains silent on a possible disclaimer before the film.
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Melissa Barrera says ‘sad’ Scream firing doesn’t rule out return: Star exited the forthcoming horror sequel after making social media posts about Israel
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Melissa Barrera says ‘sad’ Scream firing doesn’t rule out return
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'We are L&M Mart, not KK Mart': Grocery store subjected to misplaced boycott call due to similar appearance.
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'We are L&M Mart, not KK Mart'
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Jay-Z and Beyoncé's blank space: The endless social climb of pop's royal couple: The Carters have it all — wealth, influence, critical cred — but they've never ...
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Jay-Z and Beyoncé's blank space: The endless social climb of pop's royal ...
Quick Glance: Beyoncé’s ‘Cowboy Carter’ Unveiled
  • Beyoncé's new album is a 27-track tour of popular music with a Beatles cover, cameos by Willie Nelson and Dolly Parton, and features from Miley Cyrus and Post Malone.

  • Beyoncé's 'Cowboy Carter' album goes beyond just country music, incorporating elements of funk, rock, and pop among other genres.

  • Described as a project over five years in the making, Beyoncé's album was born out of an experience where she felt unwelcome, showcasing a diverse range of musical influences.

  • The diversity of 'Cowboy Carter' album by Beyoncé reflects a wide array of contemporary pop music and also raises questions about the nature of music genres, as evident in the track 'Spaghettii.'
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Mark Zuckerberg Says This CEO Is the 'Taylor Swift of Tech': Mark Zuckerberg posted a photo with Nvidia's CEO Jensen Huang this week and told a ...
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Mark Zuckerberg Says This CEO Is the 'Taylor Swift of Tech'
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Costco cracking down on non-members eating at food courts: Costco is cracking down on non-members eating at its wallet-friendly food courts.
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Costco cracking down on non-members eating at food courts
Quick Glance: Costco Cracks Down on Non-Members Eating at Food Courts
  • Costco is tightening the rules for non-members eating at its budget-friendly food courts.

  • According to social media reports, diners will need to show their membership cards to make food court purchases starting early next month.

  • The club's CFO, Richard Galanti, stated that the change aimed to address member complaints about non-members taking advantage of the affordable offerings.

  • Costco had 128 million members by the end of 2023, with fees totaling $4.6 billion - nearly 75% of its total profit for the year.
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Family of girl, 8, who died being 'violently sucked' into pool pipe sues for $1m: Aliyah Jaico, eight, was swimming in the lazy river at the DoubleTree by Hilton ...
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Family of girl, 8, who died being 'violently sucked' into pool pipe sues ...
Quick Glance: Family of Girl, 8, 'Violently Sucked' into Pool Pipe Sues for $1 Million
  • Aliyah Jaico, eight, was swimming in the lazy river at the DoubleTree by Hilton Houston Brookhollow when the tragedy occurred.

  • The family of Aliyah, suing Hilton, claims she was pulled into an unsecured opening in the pool's flow system.

  • The lawsuit alleges that hotel staff did not allow viewing of security footage to understand the incident.

  • The family is seeking $1 million in damages, stating that the tragedy could have been avoided.
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Etsy and UPS have seen an ROI of more than 90% from childcare benefits: According to a new report, by Reshma Saujani's nonprofit Moms First and Boston ...
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Etsy and UPS have seen an ROI of more than 90% from childcare benefits
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Warby Parker offering free solar eclipse glasses ahead of 'celestial spectacle': How to get them
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Warby Parker offering free solar eclipse glasses ahead of 'celestial ...
Quick Glance: Inspiring Students Through Solar Eclipse Simulation
  • An Indianapolis teacher uses a solar eclipse simulation to inspire her students.

  • Students simulate a total solar eclipse and learn about the upcoming event.

  • Insight from an astronomy professor and emphasis on eclipse safety.

  • Efforts to ensure students can safely observe the eclipse during a remote learning day.
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Dollar Tree stores to introduce merchandise with price tags up to $7: Dollar Tree customers will start to see some items carrying $7 price tags on the discount ...
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Dollar Tree stores to introduce merchandise with price tags up to $7
Quick Glance: Dollar Tree Increases Max Price to $7, Attracts Higher Income Shoppers
  • Dollar Tree plans to raise the price cap in its stores to $7 as announced in a quarterly report in March.

  • The demographics of Dollar Tree customers trend towards higher income brackets, with an increasing proportion of individuals earning over $125,000 per year.

  • The company intends to close approximately 600 locations under the Family Dollar brand this year, as well as an additional 400 locations over the coming years.

  • Dollar Tree opened 641 new stores in the previous fiscal year and currently operates 16,774 stores across 48 states and five Canadian provinces.
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Which fast-food chains are raising prices in California to pay wages?: Fast-food chains are or planning to hike the cost of menu items because they're required ...
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Which fast-food chains are raising prices in California to pay wages?
Quick Glance: California Fast-Food Chains Adjusting Prices Due to Wage Increase
  • Fast-food chains are raising prices in response to the new $20 per hour minimum wage for employees in California.

  • Major chains like Chipotle are considering passing the cost increases on to consumers.

  • McDonald's, Starbucks, and Jack in the Box are also planning price increases or modifications.

  • Pizza Hut operators in California have discontinued in-house delivery and are now relying on third-party apps.
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The piece of wood that saved (only) Rose in 'Titanic' was auctioned off for $718k
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The piece of wood that saved (only) Rose in 'Titanic' was auctioned off ...
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Baerbock criticizes Merz for new elections: “Party political games”: In the event that the traffic light coalition breaks up prematurely, CDU leader Merz has ...
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Baerbock criticizes Merz for new elections: “Party political games”
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The billionaire versus the banks: The fight over the death of cash: Billionaire Lindsay Fox’s ownership of Armaguard makes him the king of cash (of sorts) ...
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The billionaire versus the banks: The fight over the death of cash
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Popular Appetite Suppressant Ozempic Can Be Made For Less Than $5 a Month, New Research Suggests
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Popular Appetite Suppressant Ozempic Can Be Made For Less Than $5 a Month ...
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31 new hotels coming up in Kenya this year : Rising structures point to recovery of sector boosted by growing tourist numbers.
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31 new hotels coming up in Kenya this year
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Did "Queen of Tears" Draw Inspiration from the Life of Henry Sy?: The K-drama features a backstory that's intriguingly similar to the life of the ...
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Did "Queen of Tears" Draw Inspiration from the Life of Henry Sy?
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Gesture eggs: Cadbury outlet store criticised over Easter rebrand: Christian Concern says the store in Lincolnshire is trying to "erase" the Easter connection.
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Gesture eggs: Cadbury outlet store criticised over Easter rebrand