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Two northeastern Ohio counties – Lake and Trumbull – took CVS, Walgreens, and Walmart to federal court. A jury told more than a dozen white nationalist leaders and organizers of the Unite the Right rally to pay more than $25 million in damages. And, President Biden announced the release of 50 million barrels of oil from a US reserve to bring gas prices down.

Daily Skimm: An Opioids Case, Charlottesville, and The Holidays

An Opioids Case, Charlottesville, and The Holidays

This Thanksgiving, we’re sharing our recs for books, movies, and podcasts that tell stories about the experiences of the Native people living in the US and Canada. 

9 Book, Movie, and Podcast Recs from an Indigenous Point of View 

We rounded up the best holiday gifts for everyone on your shopping list this year.

theSkimm's Holiday Gift Guide

We texted with our bff (in our head) Mindy Kaling about her love for Zendaya, her fave guest on "The Mindy Project," and her self-proclaimed ‘secret shame.'

Mindy Kaling on her Bestie B.J. Novak and Advice to Other Moms

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The Federal Reserve (aka "the Fed") is our country’s central bank. Here's theSkimm on what that means and why you should care.

Meet the Fed: What It Is and How It Affects the Economy (and Your Wallet)

The weather outside is frightful...and so is the prospect of a COVID-19 winter surge. Here’s what you should know ahead of a potential fifth wave of cases.

COVID-19 Winter Surge: What You Should Know

The holidays may not feel merry and bright when political conversations enter the chat. So we rounded up tips to help you navigate these discussions with family and friends.

How To Handle Those (Not-So-Fun) Political Conversations During the Holidays

If you've suffered from a miscarriage, you're not alone. Here's a look at how to grieve a pregnancy loss, and how to be there for someone going through it.

Miscarriage: How Common It Is, Recovery, and 'Rainbow Babies'

It’s official, booster shots have been authorized for all adults. Remember: COVID-19 vaccines first debuted in the US in December. Since then, gov agencies have issued a slew of new recs. Here’s what you need to know.

COVID-19: Vaccine Boosters and Breakthrough Cases Explained

Biology and systems work against women when it comes to retirement planning. Saving more can help. 


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