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Did Amazon trick people into paying for Prime? Federal case goes to trial

Did Amazon trick people into paying for Prime? Federal case goes to trial

The U.S. government says Amazon manipulated people into signing up for Prime memberships that were purposefully hard to cancel. The company says its designs and disclosures follow industry standards.
by Alina Selyukh, Monica Nickelsburg and Joshua McNichols

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What type of speech can get you fired from your job?

What type of speech can get you fired from your job?

Comedian Jimmy Kimmel was pulled off the air by ABC last week after his comments on how MAGA is characterizing the killing of Charlie Kirk. MPR News guest host Catharine Richert talks about when what you say can get you in trouble at work.
by Catharine Richert and Maja Beckstrom

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Grocery prices have jumped up, and there's no relief in sight

Grocery prices have jumped up, and there's no relief in sight

Groceries saw their biggest jump in nearly three years last month, a worrisome sign for inflation-weary shoppers. Tariffs are contributing to higher prices for imported staples like bananas and coffee.
by Scott Horsley

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Who qualifies for 'no tax on tips' and what counts as a tip? Here are the new rules

Who qualifies for 'no tax on tips' and what counts as a tip? Here are the new rules

The Treasury Department is moving closer to making President Donald Trump's “no tax on tips” promise a reality. But new guidance released Friday tends to limit the number of tipped workers who will be able to claim the benefit.
by The Associated Press

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Kimmel's suspension for Kirk comments sparks furor over free speech and censorship

Kimmel's suspension for Kirk comments sparks furor over free speech and censorship

After Jimmy Kimmel's show was suspended "indefinitely" for comments he made following Charlie Kirk's death, questions about free speech and just what is government censorship reach heightened levels.
by Domenico Montanaro

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Minnesota adds nearly 6,000 jobs but unemployment increases

Minnesota adds nearly 6,000 jobs but unemployment increases

While Minnesota added 5,900 new jobs last month, the unemployment rate marginally increased to 3.6 percent — the highest it’s been in more than four years.
by Cari Spencer

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Why beef prices are higher than ever (and shoppers are finally resisting)

Why beef prices are higher than ever (and shoppers are finally resisting)

American ranchers are raising the fewest cows in decades. Through the price increases, American shoppers have stayed loyal to their love of burgers and steaks — until now.
by Alina Selyukh

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