Sunday, April 30, 2023

Living in your walls and immune to poison, a plague of super rats is taking over our homes



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Eleanor Catton on ‘Birnam Wood’

The New Zealand writer, who won the Man Booker Prize in 2013 for her novel “The Luminaries,” discusses her latest book.

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Toronto Maple Leafs Win First N.H.L. Playoff Series in 19 Years

A city starved for a winning N.H.L. team celebrates early success like a champion, as the Leafs prepare to meet Boston or Florida in the second round.

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Woman clinging to log in Zion National Park river had no pulse when rescued, rangers say



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Khartoum branch of Sudan Central Bank in flames

Video shows a fire raging at a bank in the heart of the capital, Khartoum.

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Biden Pokes Fun at Fox, CNN, and Himself at Correspondents’ Dinner

At the White House Correspondents’ Association dinner, President Biden also skewered CNN and made light of his age.

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Saturday, April 29, 2023

He Lost His Legs in the War in Ukraine, but Not His Will to Run

Artem Moroz survived an attack on his unit, but he was not sure he would stand again. Then a movie about the 2013 Boston Marathon bombing inspired a new goal.

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With Mike Pence's testimony, Jack Smith's Jan. 6 investigation of Donald Trump picks up steam



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Turkey's President Erdogan back on campaign trail after illness

The Turkish leader holds a rally in the opposition stronghold of Izmir after falling ill on Tuesday.

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What I’m Reading: Wives and Muses Edition

A look at women who inspired great art and literature and what might have been.

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Report: FAA overruled engineers, let Boeing Max keep flying



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Sudan’s Conflict Ignites Fears of Civil War in Darfur

The fragile peace that quieted years of genocidal violence in Darfur is at risk again.

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Friday, April 28, 2023

Private Equity Is Gutting America — and Getting Away With It

Private equity firms make loads of money when their schemes succeed and lose very little when they fail.

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Video: Coachella road rage victim confronts aggressive drivers



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Jack Teixeira: How are US security clearances handled?

Leaking suspect Jack Teixeira got top-secret clearance despite a problematic school suspension.

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The Unemployment Gap Between Black and White New Yorkers Is Widening

The unemployment rate for Black New Yorkers rose to 12.2 percent in the first quarter of the year, while the white unemployment rate dropped to 1.3 percent, a new report says.

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The Best Celebrity Looks from the Time 100 Gala and Save Venice

Celebrities like Kim Kardashian, Doja Cat, Lea Michele, Kaia Gerber, Aubrey Plaza, Austin Butler came out for Time magazine and Save Venice.

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Thursday, April 27, 2023

Sudan crisis: Heavy fighting as ceasefire set to end

The three-day truce ends shortly despite continuing diplomatic efforts to extend it.

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F.B.I. Searches Home of Top FTX Executive

Ryan Salame, a former top FTX executive and a prolific Republican donor, faces mounting legal pressure for his role in Sam Bankman-Fried’s business empire.

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Dick Groat, Hoops Whiz Who Became a Star Shortstop, Dies at 92

He insisted he was better at basketball, but as a shortstop he won the National League batting championship and M.V.P. Award and was a five-time All-Star.

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John Mulaney lived in Jimmy Kimmel's guest house when he was 'between lives' after rehab. Kimmel joked that 'it was like we'd adopted a son.'



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As Regulators Block Tech Deals, They Increasingly Look to the Future

British regulators cited the newness of the cloud gaming field to block Microsoft’s $69 billion acquisition of Activision, a shift in antitrust strategy.

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Wednesday, April 26, 2023

Nazi camp guard Josef Schütz dies at 102

Josef Schütz was convicted last June for his role in the killing of thousands at a concentration camp.

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Where Were the Gatekeepers?

Finding lessons in the firing of Tucker Carlson.

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John Oliver, Joe Rogan slam Budweiser ad amid Dylan Mulvaney, Bud Light backlash



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Trinity College to rename Berkeley Library over slavery links

Philosopher George Berkeley's purchase of slaves is against its values, the Dublin university says.

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Today’s Wordle Review: April 26, 2023

Our columnist reviews the day’s puzzle. Warning: Contains spoilers!

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Tuesday, April 25, 2023

British American Tobacco to pay $635m for North Korea sanctions breaches

British American Tobacco says it regrets violating sanctions by selling to Pyongyang from 2007 and 2017.

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Murdoch’s News Group Paid Settlement to Prince William, Court Filing Shows

A legal filing by Prince Harry in his own case against News Group claims his brother received “a huge sum of money’’ to settle phone-hacking allegations.

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Kourtney Kardashian Finally Responded After She Was Called Out For The "Obscene Display Of Wealth" On Her 44th Birthday



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iSpace: First private moon landing likely to have failed

Communication was lost with Japan's Hakuto-R lunar moments before it was due to touch down.

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Harry Belafonte on His Artistic Values and His Activism

In interviews and articles in The New York Times, Mr. Belafonte, who died on Tuesday, spoke about the civil rights movement and his frustration with how Black life was depicted onscreen.

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A Grim Anniversary for Survivors of the Rana Plaza Disaster

It was the deadliest accident in the history of the garment industry. Ten years later, has anything changed for factory workers?

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Monday, April 24, 2023

Lukas Gage & Chris Appleton Reportedly Just Got Married



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What’s Going on With Covid Right Now?

Cases, hospitalizations and deaths are lower than they’ve been in years. We asked experts how to think about personal risk — and what the future likely holds.

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Giant SpaceX rocket leaves crater, serious damage at Texas base



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Sudan crisis: UK citizens 'abandoned' as evacuations fail to materialise

UK citizens in Sudan say they have been left behind, as other nations ramp up evacuations.

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On His Podcast ‘Wine and Hip Hop,’ Jermaine Stone Aims to Bridge Cultures

As the wine industry flagged in its commitment to Black and brown communities, this consultant forged his own path.

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Sunday, April 23, 2023

I spent $7,000 on a first-class Emirates flight from Dubai to Korea and was pampered with an airport chauffeur, a lie-flat bed, and an in-flight shower



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David Grann on the Wreck of the H.M.S. Wager

The New Yorker staff writer discusses his new book, “The Wager,” about the harrowing circumstances and conflicting stories surrounding a 1741 shipwreck.

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18 northern US states will be able to see the northern lights tonight. Here's where.



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Jeff Shell, CEO of NBCUniversal, Steps Down After Inquiry

Comcast, the company’s owner, said he was leaving after an investigation into inappropriate conduct with an employee.

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A California journalist documents the far-right takeover of her town: ‘We’re a test case’



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Biden Opens a New Back Door on Immigration

Congress has yet to pass an immigration overhaul, but President Biden has used his executive authority to significantly expand the number of legal immigrants entering the U.S.

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Saturday, April 22, 2023

Why Those Super Low College Admissions Rates Can Be Misleading

Some of it amounts to marketing.

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This could be why your hair turns gray — and other health stories you may have missed



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The Champions League Ventures Down Memory Lane

Real Madrid-Manchester City is the headliner. A.C. Milan-Inter is the classic.

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Meghan Wrote to Charles Identifying the ‘Royal Racist’



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Golden State Warriors Win at Home, Which Is Part of Their Problem

Golden State beat Sacramento to earn its first win of the playoffs, but in doing so reinforced a troubling trend from the regular season.

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Friday, April 21, 2023

NYPD Shoots Man in Mental Distress After Responding to 911 Call

The man, who the police said was holding scissors and a kitchen knife when an officer shot him in the Bronx, was in critical condition.

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Elite Law Schools Boycotted the U.S. News Rankings. Now, They May Be Paying a Price.

After a preview of the new rankings system, Yale and other universities raised a storm of objections. The formal list is now indefinitely delayed.

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I’m a plumber — here’s 1 thing I’d never flush that clogs my clients’ toilets



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ChatGPT Is Already Changing How I Do My Job

Journalists may have a new semi-reliable source.

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Studio Railroad: This Home Office in Washington Is Also a Train

Working with the architect Tom Kundig, a creative director had a crazy idea: Wouldn’t it be cool if you could put your work space on a railroad track?

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Thursday, April 20, 2023

Man accuses another dad of having an affair, breaks ‘every bone in his face,’ cops say



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Villa Aurora: US 'princess' evicted from Rome villa with Caravaggio mural

Princess Rita Jenrette has been involved in an inheritance dispute with the sons of her ex-husband.

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Today’s Wordle Review: April 20, 2023

Our columnist reviews the day’s puzzle. Warning: Contains spoilers!

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A Southwest Airlines pilot bought an airplane catering truck for $3,300. He spent 7 months turning it into a mobile tiny home — see how he did it.



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SpaceX Starship: What happened during Elon Musk's rocket launch

There were cheers, but there was also an explosion. The BBC's Jonathan Amos breaks down what happened.

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Franchisers, Facing Challenges to Business Model, Punch Back

Discontented franchisees have found allies among state legislators and federal regulators in pushing for new laws and rules, but change has been slow.

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Wednesday, April 19, 2023

'Race to the Bottom' West Coast Legal Pot Is Struggling



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Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Makes His White House Run Official

Announcing his long-shot bid to challenge President Biden, he spoke to a crowd of people who voiced their shared skepticism about vaccines and the pharmaceutical industry.

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Elon Musk and Tucker Carlson discussed the urge to have sex, with Musk claiming 'birth control and abortions' could cause civilization to collapse



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Stephen Colbert Roasts Clarence Thomas' Relationship to Billionaire GOP Donor



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Republicans Hit DeSantis Over Disney Feud

As Gov. Ron DeSantis of Florida escalates a fight against his state’s largest private employer, his potential rivals for the White House see an opening to attack.

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Tuesday, April 18, 2023

Ex-Member of Menudo Says He Was Raped by Father of the Menendez Brothers



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Secret Service nabs toddler who squeezed through White House fence

The little intruder squeezed through iron bars to lead guards on a leisurely chase.

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Biden Administration Will Fund Program to Keep Covid Vaccines Free for the Uninsured

The program, which will include a partnership with pharmacy chains, will cover the administrative costs of giving doses to patients when the shots move to the commercial market later this year.

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Poland building electronic barrier on border with Russia



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Sudan fighting continues despite ceasefire

Combat around the army HQ goes on as residents hoped for a 24-hour respite to get food and water.

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Can a Global Talent Agency Make Atlanta an Art Destination?

Artists, dealers and collectors are waiting to see if UTA’s new gallery space will lift Southern talents — or focus on big names outside the region.

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Monday, April 17, 2023

I was diagnosed with stiff person syndrome after my kids' dad died. I will survive this disease to be here for them.



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Alabama shooting: 3 teenagers and a 23-year-old among victims

A rising athlete, an aspiring musician, a school sports manager are among those killed in the shooting.

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Ralph Yarl Case: Family Calls for Charges in Shooting of Black Teenager in Kansas City

Lawyers for the family of Ralph Yarl, 16, said he was in critical condition after being shot twice by a “white male assailant” in Kansas City, Mo. The gunman has not been charged.

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"I Never, Ever Want To Buy A House": People Are Sharing Why They Prefer To Rent Vs. Buy, And The Reasons Go Far Beyond Cost



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A Sailboat Race With a French Flair

Les Voiles de St. Barth Richard Mille is a combination of high-end fun on shore and drama on the water.

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Sunday, April 16, 2023

A Century-Old Mystery Surfaces From Lake Superior

A lumber fleet left the docks of Baraga, Mich., in 1914, and was never seen again. A team of shipwreck hunters found two of its vessels more than 100 years later.

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A couple ditched NYC to renovate a $175,000 schoolhouse in their Indiana hometown. It's over 100 years old, but will soon be a spacious, modern 4-bed family house.



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A 9-hour drive in Toyota's new electric SUV showed me how brutal EV road trips can be with the wrong car



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Sudan: People take shelter as blasts shake Khartoum

People take cover in Sudan's capital as the army clash with paramilitary Rapid Support Forces.

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Killing of Atiq Ahmed in India Renews Alarm About Extrajudicial Violence

The victim was a former politician, a notorious criminal and a Muslim. Afterward, two government officials described the killing as akin to divine justice.

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Saturday, April 15, 2023

Trump lawyer recuses himself from classified documents case: report



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Man Who Once Modeled for Romance Novels Gets Prison in Jan. 6 Attack

Logan James Barnhart, who graced the covers of romance books like “Stepbrother UnSEALed: A Bad Boy Military Romance,” was sentenced to three years, prosecutors said.

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Baldelli ejected, German stays in game after ump check



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How Janelle Jones’s Story About Black Women and the Economy Caught On

The first Black woman to serve as chief economist at the Labor Department advanced the idea that lifting up people on the margins helps everyone else, too.

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Video shows older man beaten in Dodger Stadium parking lot after Elton John concert



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Friday, April 14, 2023

Why alleged Pentagon leaker Jack Teixeira had top secret access aged 21

Increased intelligence sharing after the 9/11 attacks may have made leaks more likely.

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Reader Mailbag: Presidential Announcements, That Fox Call and What’s Woke

A look at Tim Scott and whether he has an angle to build a base of support.

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Washington woman makes 'shocking' discovery after purchasing $3.99 urn at Goodwill



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Kenya chess: Male player dons disguise to compete as woman

The bold gambit of dressing in a burka was exposed when the Kenyan's winning streak raised eyebrows.

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Pressure Mounts on China to Offer Debt Relief to Poor Countries Facing Default

There was optimism at the spring meetings of the I.M.F. and World Bank that China will make concessions over restructuring its loans.

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Thursday, April 13, 2023

Joe Biden in Ireland: President says 'I'm at home'

The US president praises the strength of the Irish-US relationship and speaks of pride in Irish roots.

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Biden Thanks Ireland for Backing Ukraine

“I’m at home,” the president told the Irish Parliament to thunderous applause. “I only wish I could stay longer.”

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Michigan man searches for answers after dolls take over his mailbox: 'We've decided to live here'



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Introducing Spelling Bee Buddy: Your Personalized Daily Bee Helper

It will offer customized hints, but only if you want them.

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As World Warms, Droughts Come On Faster, Study Finds

When rains fail unexpectedly, higher temperatures can more rapidly parch the ground, to devastating effect.

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Wednesday, April 12, 2023

Police rescuing ‘dog’ struggling in river discover it was something else entirely



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Kenya-UK defence deal: MPs amend rule over prosecuting UK troops

British troops can now be tried for murder committed against Kenyans in Kenya.

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Justin Pearson Is Sent Back to Tennessee House After Expulsion

County officials voted Wednesday to return Justin J. Pearson to the state legislature, less than a week after he and a colleague were expelled.

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Florida executions: How death row inmates spend their last day



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In Italy, a Home With Renaissance Frescoes and a Giant Mirrored Cube

By reimagining an apartment inside a storied palazzo, the designer Paola Moretti both preserved its history and gave it a bold new chapter.

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Tuesday, April 11, 2023

Brooke Shields Revealed “The Blue Lagoon” Director Reached Out To Her After She Claimed In Her New Documentary That He “Wanted To Sell” Her “Sexual Awakening” When She Was 14



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Macron heckled during speech in the Netherlands

"Where is French democracy?" cried one protester, as another held a sign reading "president of violence".

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Whole Foods in Downtown San Francisco Closes Due to Spiraling Crime



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Western special forces inside Ukraine, leak shows

The UK has the largest contingent of special forces in Ukraine, according to a leaked classified file.

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Today’s Wordle Review: April 11, 2023

Our columnist reviews the day’s puzzle. Warning: contains spoilers!

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Strange-looking bird didn’t move for three days. Then PA rescuers got a surprise



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Monday, April 10, 2023

'American Idol' contestant who Katy Perry criticized is apologizing to star after experience 'destroyed' her



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President Joe Biden says he plans to run for second term in 2024

The US president told NBC News he plans to run but was not ready to announce the bid yet.

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How Does The New York Times Make a Game?

A new offering is being beta tested, and a small team of passionate puzzle makers at The Times talk about how an idea becomes a game.

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Zillow Just Revealed the Home Features That Are Most—and Least—Attractive to Buyers Right Now



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Justice Department Recently Looked Into Twitter, Lawsuit Says

The focus of the inquiry was unclear, but several former executives said they had racked up more than $1 million in expenses dealing with it and other legal issues.

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Sunday, April 9, 2023

What to Cook This Week

Steam your deviled eggs, chop up your pesto and stir-fry your noodles in a Dutch oven.

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Chris Tucker Explains Why He Left Hollywood Despite Becoming The Highest-Paid Actor At The Time



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Canadian Police Technique Under Fire for Breeding False Confessions

A con game that undercover police use to obtain confessions in Canada secures convictions, but opponents say it’s a breeding ground for false confessions.

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Trump greeted with prolonged applause when he made a surprise appearance at UFC 287 with Mike Tyson and Kid Rock



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Songs of grief at funeral for sisters killed in occupied West Bank

The crowd packed into the prayer hall at a cemetery in the settlement of Kfar Etzion.

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Saturday, April 8, 2023

In defending gifts from a GOP billionaire, Clarence Thomas raises more questions among his critics



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Giant sketch in field marks Picasso death anniversary

Dario Gambarin used a tractor to create the portrait on wasteland in Italy.

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What We’re Reading

Plus: Recommendations from the Book Review poetry editor Greg Cowles

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British-Israeli sisters killed in West Bank shooting named

Maya and Rina Dee were named in a tweet by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.

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In a Deadly Mountain Pass, a Tiny Hotel Is a Lifeline

Traversing the Sabzak Pass in Afghanistan is treacherous. But for travelers in distress, one innkeeper, who personifies Afghan generosity, is there to help — with a cup of tea, a meal or car repair.

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The owners of a 1,900 square foot house next to the Masters golf course keep turning down millions of dollars to sell



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Friday, April 7, 2023

Can Climate Change Make for Good TV?

‘Extrapolations’ on Apple TV+ is one of a few ambitious shows about climate change. We asked the Times’s chief TV critic what works and what doesn’t when dramatizing global warming.

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Twitter Takes Aim at Posts That Link to Its Rival Substack

Elon Musk’s company made the norm-shattering move two days after the publishing start-up Substack unveiled a Twitter-like service.

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A young TikTok couple has gone massively viral for hollowing out a gigantic 73-year-old spruce tree stump and turning it into an outdoor hot tub



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Expelled Tennessee lawmaker Justin Jones vows to return - but can he?

Expulsion is extraordinary, but Democrat Justin Jones can see a way back to the statehouse.

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Latest Jobs Data Hints at a Slowdown That President Biden Needs

Robust growth in jobs has delighted the White House and helped the economy avoid a recession, but it has been accompanied by persistently high inflation.

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The Wondrous Connections Between Mathematics and Literature

Understanding the often-overlooked links between math and literature can enhance your appreciation of both.

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Thursday, April 6, 2023

Supreme Court Rules for Transgender Girl in School Sports Dispute

The justices issued a temporary order allowing the girl to compete on the girls’ track team at a West Virginia middle school.

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Biden review of chaotic Afghan withdrawal blames Trump



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Tesla workers shared footage of naked customers taken from vehicles’ cameras



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Deadly tornadoes devastate parts of the US

Since 31 March more than 80 tornadoes have been reported, killing at least 30 people across the US.

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Virginia Rolls Back Voting Rights for Ex-Felons, Bucking Shaky Bipartisan Trend

State after state has eased restrictions on voting for former felons in recent years. But Gov. Glenn Youngkin’s reversal suggests growing wariness on the right.

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Wednesday, April 5, 2023

McCarthy, Taiwanese president speak after meeting in California



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Settlers of Catan: Creator of board game dies aged 70

Klaus Teuber, the dental assistant-turned board game designer, died after a short illness aged 70.

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French Business Titans Top Forbes’s Richest List

Two French business titans, Bernard Arnault of the LVMH empire and Françoise Bettencourt-Meyers of L’Oréal, are named the world’s wealthiest man and woman.

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Killer whales caught on camera attacking gray whales: See the shocking video



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The Trump Indictment Is a Disaster

Why it was a setback for the rule of law and established a dangerous precedent for prosecutors.

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Tuesday, April 4, 2023

Huge sinkhole is growing, putting Texas residents on edge. ‘We have packed our bags’



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Alors On Danse singer Stromae cancels tour dates over health

The Belgian singer, known for Alors On Danse, is cancelling all his European tour dates until the end of May.

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How the V.P.’s Zambia Trip Could Affect Your E.V. Tax Break

Kamala Harris is the latest U.S. official to visit to Zambia. Why? Batteries. And China.

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‘He’s a war criminal’: Elite Putin security officer defects



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In This ‘Grease’ Prequel Series, Pink Is the Word

“Rise of the Pink Ladies” describes the origins of the title 1950s girl gang before Rizzo and Frenchy took over, as viewed through a 2020s lens.

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Monday, April 3, 2023

Spoon spotted: Arizona Dairy Queen's big red spoon found



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Trench Collapse at J.F.K. Airport Kills 2 Construction Workers

The workers died after being buried in rubble in a trench at the airport, officials said. An investigation was underway.

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Scientists break record for fish filmed in deepest waters to date



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Darya Trepova: What we know about accused in Russian blogger Vladlen Tatarsky's killing

Darya Trepova seems to be an opponent of the invasion, but friends say she was not radical.

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Ahead of Trump’s Arrival in NYC, Adams Warns Protesters to Behave

The mayor told protesters that the city “is always ready” ahead of the arrival on Monday of Donald J. Trump, the first ex-president to be indicted.

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Sunday, April 2, 2023

Taylor Swift surprises Filipino fan by doing his viral dance during concert



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Opec oil producers announce surprise cut in output

The cuts by the Opec+ group amount to more than one million barrels per day and are set to push up prices.

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Severe Storms Expected Tuesday From Texas to Illinois

After a storm system tore through parts of at least seven states on Friday and Saturday, forecasters said tornadoes, hail and strong winds were possible on Tuesday in the South and Midwest.

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Why the party might be over for ‘world’s coolest prime minister’



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Sanna Marin neck and neck with conservatives in early Finland voting

The PM's social democrats are almost level with the opposition conservatives in Finland's election.

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Vladlen Tatarsky, Russian Military Blogger, Is Killed in St. Petersburg Explosion

Vladlen Tatarsky represented a radical wing of pro-invasion bloggers and activists who backed Moscow’s war but also criticized what they saw as the flaws in the Russian Army.

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Saturday, April 1, 2023

Dear Mar-a-Lago Club members: My indictment is going to cost you



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How Iowa Ended South Carolina’s Storied Perfect Season

South Carolina had fielded the nation’s toughest defense, but couldn’t stop the offensive fireworks of Iowa’s Caitlin Clark.

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Eric Trump Fumes Over A Pharmacy Chain In The Wake Of Dad's Indictment



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As the Final Four Finishes, a Parallel Transfer Season Plays Out, Too

Call it the consolation bracket, as teams jockey for position for next season.

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Iowa tornadoes captured by eyewitness in car

Footage shows the tornadoes sweeping through Iowa - one of several states affected.

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Top Economist Leaves White House, and an Economy Not Yet ‘Normal’

Cecilia Rouse says lingering effects of the coronavirus pandemic continue to haunt the recovery from recession — and drag on Americans’ optimism for the economy.

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