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May 23, 2019

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The Last, Best Press Agent

By Paul Brownfield

Sy Presten, who turns 95 on May 23 in New York, remembers when the publicity business was fun.

Styles2691 words

What Reparations for Slavery Might Look Like in 2019

By Patricia Cohen

The idea of economic amends for past injustices and persistent disparities is getting renewed attention. Here are some formulas for achieving the aim.

SundayBusiness1703 words

Hollywood Invested Big in Georgia. A New Abortion Law Is Causing Some Tensions.

By Cara Buckley

While some actors and directors have called for a boycott of the state, the film industry as a whole is treading carefully on the issue.

Culture1496 words

My Rapist Apologized

By Michelle Alexander

I still needed an abortion.

OpEd2129 words

Trump Gives Farmers $16 Billion in Aid Amid Prolonged China Trade War

By Ana Swanson

The Trump administration announced an aid package for farmers on Thursday to mollify an important political constituency hurt by a trade clash with China.

Business1600 words

Music on My Birthday

Billboard 200

The Top 50 albums for the chart week of May 22, 2019, covering May 23, 2019.

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Confessions Of A Dangerous Mind
Logic
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Peak
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Weeks
1
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When We All Fall Asleep; Where Do We Go?
Billie Eilish
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Peak
1
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7
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Free Spirit
Khalid
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Peak
1
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6
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Space Between
Sammy Hagar & The Circle
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Peak
4
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1
5
Thank U; Next
Ariana Grande
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Peak
1
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