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Elon Musk says Twitter will re-launch its verification program next week

Elon Musk says Twitter will re-launch its verification program next week

The embattled CEO tweeted Friday that the company will re-launch its paid verification program next week. He says accounts will be manually verified and color coded, but has yet to offer details.
by Emily Olson

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How stores ended up with too many (wrong) clothes

How stores ended up with too many (wrong) clothes

Remember when we couldn't get enough athleisure? Or pajamas? Now, the hottest question for clothing retailers is whether they've got an "inventory glut." For shoppers, this means discounts.
by Alina Selyukh

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Come for the free cookies, stay for the shopping

Come for the free cookies, stay for the shopping

With high inflation and rising expenses, small businesses hope to lure shoppers with food, holidays cheer, instead of deep discounts.
by Mary Yang

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Skyway vacancy offers chance of a lifetime for clothing maker

Skyway vacancy offers chance of a lifetime for clothing maker

Rammy Mohamed used to make clothes in her basement. Now she’s opened a highly visible boutique in the St. Paul skyway.
by Sarah Thamer

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No pardon for Minnesota turkey, but a moment in the spotlight

No pardon for Minnesota turkey, but a moment in the spotlight

The state has a tradition of bypassing the pardon in an effort to highlight the state’s turkey production industry and the importance of nurturing Minnesota families.
by Dana Ferguson

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Taylor Swift ticket trouble could drive political engagement

Taylor Swift ticket trouble could drive political engagement

On the heels of a messy ticket rollout for Taylor Swift’s first tour in years, fans are angry. They’re also energized against Ticketmaster. The ticket debacle has spurred broader conversations about economic inequality and political action.
by The Associated Press

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Largest rail union rejects contract, stoking fears of a strike

Largest rail union rejects contract, stoking fears of a strike

The rail union representing 28,000 freight rail conductors, brakemen and yardmen has voted down the contract deal brokered by the Biden administration back in September.
by Andrea Hsu

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Paid family leave on a fast track at Minnesota Capitol

Paid family leave on a fast track at Minnesota Capitol

This year’s election put DFLers in control at the Minnesota Capitol starting in January, and leaders say passing a paid family and medical leave program is one of their top priorities.
by Dana Ferguson

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