Russia-Ukraine war: What happened today (May 23)
A roundup of key developments and the latest in-depth coverage of Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
Business
An appeals court finds Florida's social media law unconstitutional
In a blow to Gov. Ron DeSantis, a three-judge panel of the 11th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals said social media companies' moderation and curation efforts were protected by the First Amendment.
A startup is profiting off homelessness with tiny homes
Tiny homes for the unhoused have become a big business for one startup. Pallet has built 82 villages. But the success of the for-profit company raises questions about making money off of homelessness.
Starbucks is exiting Russia, shutting 130 stores
The coffee chain joins McDonald's in taking its brand out of the country. Starbucks had temporarily paused operations in March.
The national average price for diesel is up 75% from a year ago
It now costs more than $5.50 to buy diesel. The surging price of the fuel is making everything even more expensive, and that's posing a major threat to the economy.
Luxury brand Balenciaga is leaning into the distressed look
You can buy "full destroyed" high top sneakers. The sneakers come shredded and dirty. For a mere $1,850, you too, can look like you don't care how you look.
A factory in Illinois has an innovative approach to employee wellness
A company in Arthur, Ill., allows workers to decide what they need to improve their health. The approach improved productivity and netted a big pay out for all employees.
Abbott CEO apologizes for the formula shortage as the first overseas shipment arrives
"We're sorry to every family we've let down," wrote CEO Robert Ford. The shuttered plant at the heart of the shortage will reopen in June, but it may take months before production is back to normal.
A lawsuit in Wash. claims Native-run casinos have a monopoly on sports betting
A federal lawsuit is challenging how Native-run casinos operate, saying they're a monopoly. Critics worry that the suit, if successful, would undermine tribal sovereignty.
Inflation has caused the $1 price point at dollar stores to be a rarity
Ayesha Rascoe talks to discount store shopper Shannon Carr about inflation and how that's affected her spending habits.