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May 5, 2016

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How new FDA regulations will impact the smoking industry; how the listeria outbreak in some frozen foods could be a business opportunity; and a low-income community in East Los Angeles is trying to fix its lead contamination problem.

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Why fitness is more than a $3 trillion industry

by Kai Ryssdal
May 5, 2016
Staying fit has become a lifestyle ... maybe even a religion.
Fitness is becoming more of a lifestyle than a hobby. Above, a SoulCycle studio in Los Angeles.
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How the new e-cigarette regulations will impact small businesses

by Nova Safo and Levi Sharpe
May 5, 2016
Small shops and vape-makers worry the regulation will put them out of business.
The FDA's new regulations on tobacco includes e-cigarettes, which may impact the industry.
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Austin votes on fingerprinting for rideshare drivers

by Marketplace Contributor
May 5, 2016
The Texas city wants tougher background checks for ride share companies.
"For"' and "Against" Proposition 1 signs adorn Austin lawns. The issue will be decided on May 7.
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In Los Angeles, lack of trust makes lead cleanup tougher

by Jed Kim
May 5, 2016
In East Los Angeles, the state agency that let a battery recycling plan operate for years must clean up after it.
Jessica Prieto (right) signs up Hillary Velasquez for soil testing in East Los Angeles.
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Final Note

KFC introduces finger lickin' good nail polish

by Kai Ryssdal
May 5, 2016
Original finish, or crispy?
One of the nail polish options introduced by KFC.
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How new FDA regulations will impact the smoking industry; how the listeria outbreak in some frozen foods could be a business opportunity; and a low-income community in East Los Angeles is trying to fix its lead contamination problem.

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Good Life (Kanye West feat. T-Pain) Urban Beats
Valerie - '68 Version Amy Winehouse
Make Me Like You Gwen Stefani
All We Got Dem Atlas
Dirty Girl Felt
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