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May 31, 2023

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Quotation of the Day: Fulfilled by a Thwarted Succession

By Unknown Author

Quotation of the Day for Wednesday, May 31, 2023.

Summary41 words

Larger Screens, Heated Seats, Sushi: Theater Owners Want You Back

By Jane Margolies

After scraping by during the pandemic, cinemas are hoping to lure back moviegoers by spending millions of dollars on upgrades.

Business1324 words

Damar Hamlin’s Return to Football Almost Looks Normal

By Dan Higgins

The Bills safety participated in drills during the team’s off-season workouts for a second consecutive week and even caught a pass. It was a mundane scene in his surprising return to football.

Sports574 words

14th Amendment Questions Linger Despite Debt Limit Deal

By Alan Rappeport

President Biden has been considering ways to challenge the constitutionality of the debt limit to defuse the risk of default.

Washington1246 words

How to Be a Star by Not Giving Your All

By Robert Ito

She’s known for playing offbeat characters in “Russian Doll,” “High Maintenance” and “Girls,” but Greta Lee is winning raves for her restrained performance in “Past Lives.” It almost didn’t happen.

Arts&Leisure1860 words

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