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Dear Alexa, My friends and I went to the movies last weekend, and at the end of the night I realized I paid more for my popcorn, soda and candy, than I did for my actual movie ticket! Why are movie concessions stands so expensive? Please Explain! Kate Well Kate,... [read more]
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After preserving the Arctic’s abundant natural resources for decades, Shell plans to drill in the Arctic waters next month. Other large industries are eager to follow. What does this mean for the U.S. economy and the environment?