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In 2020, several major U.S. cities will increase their minimum wage to $15 an hour, despite federal stagnation since 2009. The Pew Research Center reports strong public support for this change, though legislation struggles. The Pentagon advises against using DNA kits from companies like 23andMe due to security risks, including potential misuse of genetic data. American Airlines introduces non-binary gender options for ticket booking, available by phone and soon online.

Which cities are mentioned as increasing their minimum wage to $15.00 an hour?

• Philadelphia, San Diego, Las Vegas, Portland, Detroit

• Los Angeles, Washington DC, New York, Seattle, San Francisco

• Chicago, Miami, Boston, Houston, Phoenix

• Dallas, Austin, Denver, Atlanta, Orlando

What is the current federal minimum wage that has not changed since 2009?

• $8.50

• $7.25

• $9.00

• $10.00

Why has the Pentagon advised against using take-home DNA kits?

• They are illegal.

• They pose security concerns.

• They provide inaccurate results.

• They are too expensive.

Which companies are mentioned as marketing the DNA kits in question?

• 23andMe and Ancestry.com

• LivingDNA and Helix

• MyHeritage and FamilyTreeDNA

• GeneticTesting and DNAfit

What new options has American Airlines introduced for ticket booking?

• Non-binary gender options

• Free in-flight meals

• Priority boarding for seniors

• Discounted fares for students