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Here’s why stock and bond returns are on track to shrink. [Stubborn Frictions Could Undermine Europe’s Fight Against Terror](http://time.com/4341390/stubborn-frictions-could-undermine-europes-fight-against-terror/?iid=toc%5F051916) [Why Are Security Lines So Long?](http://time.com/4341392/why-are-security-lines-so-long/?iid=toc%5F051916) The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) recently predicted that already long security waits will get worse this summer, sparking outrage over what many see as a broken system. Here’s a look at the web of blame and how some groups are trying to streamline the process. [What You Said About …](http://time.com/4341394/what-you-said-about/?iid=toc%5F051916) [Quick Talk with Tip ‘T.I.’ Harris](http://time.com/4341395/tip-t-i-harris/?iid=toc%5F051916) The rapper turned actor, 35, stars in the remake of the iconic series Roots. 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