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Hollywood's wealth disparity by the numbers
The Explainer The ongoing strikes have shed light on a growing financial gap in entertainment
By Justin Klawans Published
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What's the Federal Reserve's new instant payment system, FedNow, and will it kill Venmo?
Speed Read The Fed's new financial tool may will make your life easier and your money more portable
By Peter Weber Published
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The best Easter eggs and references in 'Barbie' you might have missed
Speed Read Find out all the in-jokes in Greta Gerwig's movie and the story behind all those discontinued Barbie and Ken dolls
By Brendan Morrow Published
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Thrill seeker? Try adventure tourism.
Speed Read Travelers are rocketing into space, plumbing the ocean’s depths, and risking their lives in the pursuit of thrills
By The Week Staff Published
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How extreme weather is changing the traditional American summer
Speed Read Climate change is ruining vacations and spoiling summer camp. Is there any upside?
By Peter Weber Published
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Who will win the 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup?
The Explainer The global tournament has kicked off in New Zealand
By Justin Klawans Published
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Every Disney live-action remake in the works
Speed Read Disney is set to release its first remakes of 21st-century animated movies
By Brendan Morrow Last updated
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Savor the summer, experts say. You will see these temps again.
Speed Read Extremely hot summers are here to stay
By Devika Rao Published
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Jason Aldean's 'Try That in a Small Town' controversy, explained
Speed Read Why the country music star's latest song and video are facing backlash
By Brendan Morrow Published
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More movies based on toys in the works after 'Barbie'
Speed Read The toy box is headed to the silver screen
By Brendan Morrow Published
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Will Russia have to revive the Ukraine grain deal?
Speed Read Blocking the shipment of Ukrainian agricultural products could put millions of people around the world in danger of severe hunger
By Harold Maass Published
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Did Biden forgive student loans?
Speed Read The Supreme Court's decision isn't the end of the administration's loan relief efforts
By Brigid Kennedy Last updated
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Why Disney World is so empty this summer
The Explainer The park recently saw its slowest July Fourth weekend in nearly a decade
By Justin Klawans Published
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The U.S. veterinarian shortage crisis
Speed Read With an anticipated shortage of 15,000 vets by 2030, it will be harder to get care for pets
By Catherine Garcia Published
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