Michigan Senate panel aims to block vaccine allocations based on race
The Senate Appropriations Committee voted 11-6 to include the restriction in a spending bill that primarily allocates federal relief funding.
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(13) Morning Brew ☕️ on Twitter: "1/ Right now, the term NFT (non-fungible token) is getting tossed around more frequently than the hottest of potatoes a thread explaining what NFTs are and why people are paying so much money to own one" / Twitter
Why an Animated Flying Cat With a Pop-Tart Body Sold for Almost $600,000 - The New York Times
A fast-growing market for digital art, ephemera and media is marrying the world’s taste for collectibles with cutting-edge technology.
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Biden signs executive order to address chip shortage through a supply chain review
The action follows calls from bipartisan members of Congress and industry leaders warning about the potential consequences of the shortage.
Should You Be Worried About Inflation? Short Answer: Probably Not
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U.S. home prices rise 10.1% in December, fastest since 2014
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COVID-19 Containment Measures, Health and the Economy | St. Louis Fed
While COVID-19 containment measures in 2020 varied by state, data suggest that states with more restrictive controls saw faster labor market recoveries.
Food inflation expected to beef up meat prices
There are signs that the food inflation that's gripped the world over the past year is about to get worse
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U.S. existing home sales unexpectedly rise in January | Reuters
U.S. home sales unexpectedly rose in January despite tight inventories boosting house prices.
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How a Minimum-Wage Increase Is Being Felt in Fresno, California - The New York Times
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Southern cities hit hard by storms face new crisis: No water
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — Southern cities slammed by winter storms that left millions without power for days have traded one crisis for another: Busted water pipes ruptured by record-low temperatures...
As Israel Reopens, ‘Whoever Does Not Get Vaccinated Will Be Left Behind’
New government and business initiatives are moving in the direction of a two-tier system for the vaccinated and unvaccinated, raising legal, moral and ethical questions.
Kroger to close two more stores after workers get "hazard pay" - CBS News
Largest U.S. supermarket chain says decision was "accelerated" by Seattle mandate of extra pay for grocery workers.
Hockey Goalies Are Too Big Now - The Atlantic
Never before in the NHL’s history has a tail so wagged the dog.
McDonald's sets diversity targets, seeks gender parity by 2030
McDonald's sets diversity targets, seeks gender parity by 2030
By 2025, the company aims to have at least 35% of its senior-director and higher leadership roles be held by people from historically underrepresented groups.
Walmart Raises Wages, McDonald's Links Exec Pay to Diversity Targets
Biden's $15 wage proposal: Job killer or a boon for workers?
Economists have argued the merits of minimum wage hikes for years
U.S. airlines saw 60% drop in passengers in 2020
The coronavirus pandemic has had a major impact in the travel industry.
How to Date Like a Game Theorist - By Christina Gravert - Behavioral Scientist
What does online dating look like through the eyes of a game theorist. And could knowing a bit of game theory help you find “the one”?
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2020: The year in charts, from Covid-19 to the election - Vox
From voting to vaccines and from protests to pets, a look at 2020’s biggest trends.
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