Democrat Betty Yee Leaves the California Governor’s Race

Betty Yee, the former state controller, had faced pressure to drop out after hovering near the bottom of polls for months. The move could help Democrats begin to unify behind a front-runner.

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The Onion Signs New Deal to Take Over Infowars

A new deal, which would allow The Onion to use the Infowars name and website address, must be approved by a Texas judge.

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A Brisk Day in Boston, for the Weather and Runners Alike

Boston held its 130th Marathon on an unseasonably chilly day that was endured by the crowd and relished by the athletes.

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Iran Eases Some Internet Restrictions, as Wider Blackout Passes 50th Day

Critics say Iran may be creating a “tiered internet” model, where access is limited to the politically and economically privileged.

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Trump Administration Demand for Ballot Info Rebuffed by Michigan

The Department of Justice is seeking ballots and other materials from the 2024 election. Michigan officials call it election interference.

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This Is a Hard Time to Start a Career. These Two Words Can Help.

Advice on building a rewarding work life, even amid employment gloom.

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Hamas Officials Say Group Is Ready to Hand Over Some Weapons

Two senior Hamas officials in Gaza said the group was prepared to relinquish some automatic rifles and other arms, a concession that falls short of Israeli-U.S. demands.

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Activists Urge Boycott of ‘Bezos Met Gala’ With Posters Around NYC

A guerrilla activist group is covering New York with posters criticizing the billionaire Jeff Bezos’ involvement in the event, a fund-raiser for the Metropolitan Museum.

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NJ Transit Confirms It Will Charge $150 for Train Tickets During the World Cup

Tens of thousands of people are expected to attend matches at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey this summer, but most will not be allowed to drive there.

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Two Magicians Warn the Supreme Court About Junk Science

Penn & Teller filed a Supreme Court brief questioning the use of “investigative hypnosis” in a death-penalty case in Texas.

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How the Supreme Court Defeated Trump

A conservative court watcher explains why the president has failed to bend the judicial branch to his will.

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SantaCon Leader Ran His Own $1 Million Con Game, U.S. Says

Stefan Pildes “siphoned” more than half of the money donated over five years for the event, a raucous New York City bar crawl promoted as a charitable event, prosecutors said.

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How Peter Magyar Defeated Viktor Orban, a Former Ally, In Hungary’s Election

For years, Peter Magyar was a loyal ally of Viktor Orban, the far-right Hungarian leader. Then he changed sides — and defeated his former boss in a landslide victory on Sunday. Does he represent real change?

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