Morning Brew Daily Can Only the Rich Buy A House? Whiskey Fungus, Glassdoor for NFL Teams
Mar 3, 2023
The struggles of millennials facing an unforgiving housing market are laid bare, highlighting the ever-increasing wealth gap. There's a bizarre fungus linked to whiskey aging causing a stir in Lincoln County. In the sports world, NFL teams receive report cards with some surprisingly low grades. Meanwhile, Salesforce impresses investors, while Rivian faces a rocky road. Finally, the debate on daylight savings time gains traction, sparking discussions about its economic and health impacts.
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Streisand Effect
- Barbra Streisand sued a photography project to remove a picture of her house, inadvertently boosting its views.
- The photo gained notoriety due to her efforts, creating the "Streisand effect."
Unaffordable Housing
- Mortgage rates are significantly higher than a year ago, making homeownership challenging for many.
- First-time homebuyers are at a record low, with the median age increasing to 36 in 2022.
Whiskey Fungus
- Residents near Jack Daniel's distillery are grappling with "whiskey fungus", a black fungus growing on alcohol vapors.
- The fungus causes property damage and highlights the tension between businesses and communities.