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Manufacturers no longer play an outsized role in the U.S. economy, but they still employ about 13 million people.
From MarketWatch
“This is complex work, and parts of it are taking longer than I’d like,” Hill said of the turnaround.
They were less sleepy and could remain awake longer during simulated work hours.
From Science Daily
"The disappointment is profound, but the country is not only disappointed but almost disillusioned. It's as if a new generation no longer knows what it means to cheer for their country."
From BBC
“The new ‘magic number’ reflects a convergence of factors — from persistent inflation and longer life expectancies, to uncertainty about the future of Social Security,” said John Roberts, chief field officer at Northwestern Mutual.
From MarketWatch
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