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The share of couples in which the wife earns as much or more than the husband has jumped in recent decades.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 23, 2026
If there’s anything I’ve learned about the recent influx of food trends and niche products, it’s that they’re bizarre — and getting more concerning.
From Salon • May 23, 2026
Mine safety in China has improved in recent decades, but accidents still occur in an industry where safety protocols are often lax and regulations vague.
From Barron's • May 23, 2026
McKinney called her a “bully” in a recent interview and said her behavior has demoralized her staff.
From Los Angeles Times • May 23, 2026
Lots of them are recent, but in some of them—in the ones where Eddie is little—there’s another girl, too.
From "The Wrong Way Home" by Kate O’Shaughnessy
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