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Pandemic relief loan fraud was a catalyst for America's broken housing market, study finds

The government may have spent billions subsidizing the lifestyle expenses of fraudsters.

Fortune · May 29

7 Local Senior Centers Hosting Free Health Screenings for National Senior Fitness Day

National Senior Health & Fitness Day has grown into the largest annual wellness event for older adults in America, drawing more than 100,000 participants at...

Saving Advice · May 29

A Note of Discord: US divided on proposed Donald Trump $250 bill

America is considering a $250 bill featuring Donald Trump's face for its 250th birthday, a move that bypasses a law against living presidents on currency. Designs are prepared, sparking debate and satire. This proposal, alongside a UFC event on Trump's birthday, highlights the nation's deep divisions as its semiquincentennial approaches.

The Times of India · May 29

A rare bipartisan housing victory faces a bigger problem – Americans still can’t afford housing

The U.S. House of Representatives has passed what could become the most significant housing legislation in decades. But even supporters say it doesn’t do enough to ease America’s housing affordability crunch.

The Conversation · May 29

45 Years Later, A Forgotten Horror Movie From 'Alien's Screenwriter Deserves To Be Remembered

Just two years after he revolutionized sci-fi horror with 'Alien,' Dan O'Bannon destroyed the idyllic vision of the small American town.

Inverse · May 29

American tomato prices explode 40 percent amid escalating cost of living

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The Independent UK · May 29

'A threat to the First Amendment': ABC blasts FCC over 'extraordinary' license change — as Disney-owned network brands it 'a clear warning to every broadcaster in America'

ABC has submitted eight broadcast license renewals "under protest" but says the FCC is going too far.

TechRadar · May 29

For America's 250th Birthday, Give Us the Gift of Renewed Federalism

The country should rediscover its decentralized roots to revive freedom and national pride.

Reason · May 29

Tomatoes become latest symbol of America's affordability squeeze

Prices for tomatoes are up 40% over the past year, the biggest increase tracked among products in the Consumer Price Index

AAP · May 29

Conference Board: We've just hit a peak at job satisfaction. AI threatens to completely ruin that for the unlucky 50%

American workers just hit a 39-year high in job satisfaction. AI could blow it up — unless companies stop treating access and training as perks.

Fortune · May 29