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The NBA has become the first major sports league in this country to sign a deal with a sports betting operation. Back in May, the Supreme Court said it was OK for states to legalize sports betting, meaning Las Vegas would no longer have a monopoly. ESPN reports the deal the NBA signed with MGM Resorts is worth $25 million over three years. We’ll talk about how that might play out. Then: A MoviePass competitor is expanding to the United States just as the company is struggling. Can Sinemia make the business model work? We asked its CEO. Plus: Google might be developing a new version of its search engine just for China. We’ll tell you what you need to know.

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Another movie ticket subscription business tries to make it in Hollywood

by Kai Ryssdal and Daisy Palacios Aug 1, 2018
The MoviePass competitor set its sights on the American market ... and they're not backing down.

Postcard from a Japanese steel town

by Adrian Ma Aug 1, 2018
The city of Kamaishi is the birthplace of the modern Japanese steel industry, but that hasn't shielded it from change.

"Skinny" short-term health insurance plans expand under Trump

by Marielle Segarra Aug 1, 2018
Here are some pros and cons on the policies.

NBA signs deal with MGM Resorts as legal sports betting takes root

by Jed Kim Aug 1, 2018
If you’re the kind of sports fan who likes to put a little money on games, there was some news for you this week. The National Basketball Association has become the first major sports league in this country to sign a deal with a sports betting operation. Back in May the Supreme Court said it […]

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Sweet Harmony The Beloved
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Mermaid In Heaven The Neptunes
Burn the Witch Radiohead
Maria También Khruangbin
Saint Ivy Beach Fossils

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