Defining who is (and isn’t) middle class is more than just a number. It’s also about aspirations and how we see ourselves.
Author: Michelle Shen, USA TODAY
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Facebook grilled at Senate hearing over Instagram’s effect on teen mental health
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Are you an eco-friendly traveler? Google is now marking hotels as green certified
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Apple will soon let you put your vaccination card in Wallet. Here’s what it’ll look like
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