So Celeb: Pharrell has made his choice clear and thinks Muriel Bowser is the candidate to vote for. Why? Who knows. -2 

Rumor Mill: Rumors are once again circulating that UNIQLO is opening in CityCenter. That would be great news, but don’t get too excited: Last time these rumors turned out to be very much false. +/- 0

Concession Speech: The Needle spiraled downward yesterday at news that Uber was delivering kittens to offices. But, credit where credit is due: The stunt raised $2,000 for the Washington Humane Society. +1

Champ: Pop’s SeaBar is offering 20 people unlimited lifetime beer and sparkling wine anytime they want for $1,000. If you can drink enough to make that worth your while, props. +1

Friday’s Needle rating: 55 Today’s score: 0 Today’s Needle rating: 55