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The Daily Brief: 3 in 5 Americans Falsely Believe We're in a Recession, Help Select Los Angeles Magazine’s Best of 2024, and more.

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Good Afternoon! It’s Thursday, May 23.

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3 in 5 Americans Falsely Believe U.S. Economy is in a Recession

Are you concerned about the economy? According to a recent Harris poll, nearly three in five Americans mistakenly think we’re in a recession. Despite the GDP growing and unemployment rates at near historic lows, public perception remains negative.

Ex-Apple and Netflix Executive Bozoma Saint John Joins ‘Real Housewives of Beverly Hills’ Cast

Get ready for an exciting new season of "The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills" with the addition of Bozoma Saint John! The marketing guru, known for her work with Netflix, Apple, and PepsiCo, will join returning cast members like Kyle Richards and Erika Jayne. Don’t miss out on the drama and glamour!

Democratic Congressman Introduces Bill to Censure Samuel Alito

Rep. Steve Cohen (D-Tenn.) introduces a bill to censure Justice Samuel Alito after an upside-down American flag, a symbol linked to the 'Stop the Steal' movement, was seen at Alito's home post-January 6. The resolution calls for Alito’s recusal from related cases, citing a violation of ethical standards. Alito denies involvement, shifting blame to his wife. Should Alito face consequences for this act?

Singapore Airlines Flight Experiences Severe Turbulence, Killing 1

A Singapore Airlines flight from London to New Zealand faced deadly turbulence, resulting in a 6,000-foot drop that killed one passenger and injured others. The flight was diverted to Bangkok, where 71 people received medical treatment. The airline is cooperating with an ongoing investigation into the incident.

Help select Los Angeles Magazine’s Best of 2024!

Every year, Los Angeles Magazine’s editors fan out across the city in search of its best offerings in food, shopping, attractions, activities, services and more. But we can’t crawl all of L.A.’s sprawl, so we look to you to help us select this year’s list. Below you’ll find a variety of categories under the section headings EAT, DRINK, SHOP, PLAY, OTHER. Please write in your choices (which must be based in Los Angeles or the surrounding areas) and provide a short explanation of why your choice deserves to be in Best of L.A.

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Help select Los Angeles Magazine’s Best of 2024!
Every year, Los Angeles Magazine’s editors fan out across the city in search of its best offerings in food, shopping, attractions, activities, services and more. But we can’t crawl all of L.A.’s sprawl, so we look to you to help us select this year’s list.

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