Why Are People Leaving Some of Biggest U.S. Metro Areas? 2019-09-12

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Why Are People Leaving Some of Biggest U.S. Metro Areas?

New data from the Census Bureau shows that populations are declining in some of the biggest metro areas in the country, like New York City, Chicago, and Los Angeles.

Who Was the Mysterious Spy in Russia, Feeding Secrets to the CIA?

The spy was removed by the CIA from Russia in 2017.

How “Hustlers” Is Changing the Portrayal of Strippers in Hollywood

The film’s writer and director, Lorene Scafaria, hired the stripper Jacqueline Francis to consult on the movie. Jacqueline ensured that the film dealt with the subject honestly.

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