NYTIMES (Jason Furman) - Social Security Is Going Broke. Where Is the Outrage?
We’ve been here before, but never so close.
NYTIMES (Benjamin Domenech and John Guida) - This Conservative Insider Is Skeptical That the G.O.P. Can ‘Buck Historical Trends’ in the Midterms
Why “top Republicans should actually be more concerned.”
NYTIMES (Adam Rasgon and Farnaz Fassihi) - As Speculation Swirls About the Emerging Iran Deal, Here’s What We Know
A “memorandum of understanding” between the two sides is under discussion. Both sides are keen to frame it as a victory.
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NPR (Marielle Segarra) - To read more this summer, stop waiting for the perfect moment
So you want to ignite a reading habit this summer. How do you get back into the groove? We talk to reading enthusiasts for their best tricks — like allowing yourself to read wherever, whenever.
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NPR (Ari Daniel) - What would it take to stop women from bleeding to death after childbirth?
A newly published series of reports calls attention to a dire situation facing millions of women after childbirth — and the solutions that can prevent death from postpartum hemorrhage.
AXIOS (Madison Mills) - SpaceX pops 11% at open after biggest U.S. IPO in history
SpaceX shares rose 11% in initial trades Friday, placing the company in the top 10 largest companies in the U.S. Why it matters: The $150 price indicates a $1.97 trillion market cap, putting it immediately among the top 10 largest U.S. companies. Driving the news: SpaceX shares priced late Thursday afternoon at $135. - If SpaceX were included in the S&P 500 today, it would be over 5% of the overall index based on its current valuation. What they're saying: "I gave SpaceX less than a 10% chance of succeeding at all to be clear," Elon Musk said in remarks ahead of the company's debut, adding that it was worth the try to create a "space-faring civilization." Friction point: SpaceX went into its IPO trading at 90 times its sales (not…
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NYTIMES (David M. Halbfinger and Adam Rasgon) - Israel Is Building Army Base in Jenin, Flouting 1990s Pact With Palestinians
Critics say the move would help the Israeli military protect increased settlement activity near Palestinian population centers in the West Bank.
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NYTIMES (Carl Zimmer and Stephanie Nolen) - Scientists Race to Test Treatments as Ebola Outbreak Widens
Trials are beginning on several drugs that have shown promise in preliminary studies against the virus that is causing the current outbreak.
NYTIMES (C.J. Robinson) - If You Have a 401(k), How Much SpaceX Stock Will You Own?
If you have index funds — such as in a 401(k) — they may soon include shares of the mega company. Here’s a rough calculation.
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ABCNEWS - WATCH: College volleyball star’s celebrations go viral
ABC News’ Will Ganss speaks with Jordan Lucas, 22, about his rise to internet fame.
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