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 A history of U.S. presidents and hush money payments
NPR · Vanessa Romo
The first U.S. president to reference hush money was Thomas Jefferson, in an 1801 letter.
 What to make of progressives’ big wins in Chicago and Wisconsin
Semafor · David Weigel
These are two of the most significant victories for the American left in years, at least a decade in the making.
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 How bus drivers help schools support homeless students
The 74 · Asher Lehrer-Small
Transportation staff can recognize the “red flags” of possible homelessness, such as when a student’s pickup and dropoff locations change.
 Polyamorous families now have legal protections in this Massachusetts city
The 19th · Sara Luterman
Ordinances passed by Somerville’s city council are aimed at recognizing the rights of non-traditional families.
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 A theory of life
The Conversation UK · Sara Imari Walker
Modern physics can’t explain it, but this new theory, which says time is fundamental, might.
 Can you fool a monkey with a magic trick?
Ars Technica · Jennifer Ouellette
Only if it has opposable thumbs.
 Hollywood’s most hated movie mogul? Meet Jack Warner
The A.V. Club · Ray Greene
A look at the despised studio Warner Bros. boss who battled his brothers, fought his stars, and left a ruthless legacy.
 The 50 best Dolly Parton songs
Rolling Stone · Stephen L. Betts
The finest moments from an American icon.
 11 Passover recipes for a delicious Seder
flipboard.com · FOOD & WINE
From a traditional haroset to a delicious chocolate hazelnut matzo cake, these are perfect for your Seder plate and the meal that follows.
 Tech is supercharging the global fashion industry
flipboard.com · Rest of World
TikTok and WeChat influencers are steering trends in China, there’s an IG-fueled thrifting boom in Bangladesh, and fast fashion is now warp speed.
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