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January 13, 2023

Fine Dining Restaurants Keep Falling Apart. There’s Been a Surprising Fallout.

The No. 1 restaurant in the world is closing, and no one's happier than the people who created it.
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Published on January 13, 2023 11:51

The World Is Souring on Harry and Meghan. Black Fans Have Always Had Mixed Feelings.

I’m still on the Sussexes’ “side.” But I wonder.
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Published on January 13, 2023 11:30

The Teen Fans Menacing an LSU Gymnastics Star

A throng of boys disrupted a recent NCAA meet to catcall the athlete they call “mommy.” Then, sigh, their supporters logged on.
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Published on January 13, 2023 10:21

I Ate at the Italian Restaurant Where George Santos Is Often, for Some Reason, Spending Exactly $199.99

The owner’s brother, a Santos donor named Rocco, was once charged with human trafficking.
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Published on January 13, 2023 10:08

How To Support A Transitioning Step-Sibling Who Lives In A Conservative Area.

Talking supporting trans step-siblings with guest Ask Sky Keen.
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Published on January 13, 2023 06:30

Sam Bankman-Fried’s Latest Defense Is One Huge Dodge

The disgraced crypto mogul has taken to Substack to answer questions no one has asked.
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Published on January 13, 2023 06:30

Think You’re Smarter Than Slate’s News Editor? Find Out With This Week’s News Quiz.

Test your knowledge of this week’s big stories.
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Published on January 13, 2023 02:55

The Absurd Arc of Gas Stove–Gate

Stoves got polarizing in, uh, something like 72 hours. Time for a tweet rundown.
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Published on January 13, 2023 02:45

January 12, 2023

Why We Still Can’t Look Away From Roald Dahl’s Last Great Character

How Matilda’s Trunchbull went from misogynistic caricature to drag showstopper to Emma Thompson.
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Published on January 12, 2023 15:30

The House Freedom Caucus Intends To Blow Up The Economy

Jim Jordan is rolling up his sleeves.
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Published on January 12, 2023 13:30

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