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Russia Bids to Rejoin U.N. Human Rights Council

The vote scheduled for Tuesday in the U.N. General Assembly could be close, in part because of Russia’s support among some countries of the global south.

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Michael Lewis Doesn’t Do Villains

With his new book about the crypto mogul Sam Bankman-Fried — and new questions about his old work — the famously charmed writer finds himself under a microscope.

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Liverpool, V.A.R. and the Problem With Process

If process and hubris trump getting calls right, the system has broken down.

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How to Watch Amazon Launch the First 2 Project Kuiper Satellites

The two prototype spacecraft will test systems to be used in a planned megaconstellation to provide internet service from orbit that will eventually compete with SpaceX’s Starlink service.

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I Was a Pop-Tarts Taste Tester

When my family was enlisted nearly 60 years ago, little did we suspect that the pastry would become a pop-culture phenomenon and inspire a Seinfeld movie.

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For Gaetz, Washington Drama Could Fuel Florida Ambitions

As rumors swirl about a 2026 bid for governor of Florida, Matt Gaetz said his only political goal was “electing President Trump again.”

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Drake Releases ‘For All the Dogs’ Album, With Assists From Bad Bunny and Kevin Durant

The album, which had been teased all summer and then delayed, also features appearances by SZA, 21 Savage and J. Cole, plus a surprise role for an NBA star.

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In Mexico, NYC Mayor Adams Praises Migrants and Tells them to Stop Coming

Mayor Eric Adams went to Latin America with two missions: to promote New York City and praise earlier immigrants, and to tell new immigrants about the misery that awaits them if they come.

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There’s a New Beach in Manhattan. Just Don’t Try to Swim There.

You can find sand, sun and Adirondack chairs along the Hudson River. New Yorkers in bathing suits are taking advantage of the still warm weather.

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Spaghetti All’Assassina Slays in Flavor

A regional favorite in Bari, Italy, has found new American fans, thanks in part to Stanley Tucci’s “Searching for Italy.”

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Stocks Slip as Strong Jobs Report Pushes Bond Yields Higher

The report for September showed surprising strength in the economy, but that strength has become a cause for concern among investors.

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Narges Mohammadi’s Family Reacts to Her Nobel Peace Prize: ‘My Heart Stopped’

The family of Narges Mohammadi, who is serving a 10-year jail sentence in Tehran, had not yet spoken with her about the Nobel Peace Prize, because they cannot call the prison where she is held.

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Deadly India Flood Shows Danger Lurking in Melting Glaciers

A glacial lake’s overflow swept away more than 100 people in the Himalayan state of Sikkim in India. Climate change is aggravating the threat of such phenomena.

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Jobs Gains Surge, Troubling News for the Federal Reserve

Federal Reserve officials are happy when the labor market looks strong, but they are trying to cool the economy down to fully wrangle inflation.

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Stocks and Bonds Have Taken Losses. Invest in Them Anyway.

Most people have lost money in the markets over the last several months, but people who have held on have prospered, our columnist says.

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Why the Jobs Report Might be Pivotal for a Jittery Stock Market

There’s unease on Wall Street, especially in the market for government bonds. The strong September jobs report could add to the concerns.

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Exxon Mobil Reportedly Nears a Deal for Pioneer, a Shale Giant

Exxon Mobil is reportedly in talks to buy Pioneer Natural Resources, a major shale driller, in what would be the biggest takeover of the year.

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Strike Killed 1 in 6 of Ukraine Village’s Residents, Officials Say

The population of Hroza, near Kharkiv, had dwindled to 300 before Thursday’s strike, which hit people gathered for a memorial service.

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Abe Lincoln and Kevin McCarthy

Refusing to listen to the other side of a debate doesn’t have a very good record of success.

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Chaos or Conscience? A Republican Explains His Vote to Oust McCarthy.

Representative Tim Burchett of Tennessee talks about why he felt so betrayed.

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Biden Will Continue Border Wall, and More

Plus, a Republican split on Ukraine aid and a lawsuit by female truck drivers.

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As Winter Looms, Venezuelan Migrant Surge Overwhelms Chicago

Police stations have become tent encampments. More than 800 migrants are sleeping at Chicago O’Hare International Airport. City officials are scrambling.

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Google’s Trial Heats Up + How to Wear A.I. + It’s Our Birthday!

How long can Google hold on to its jackpot of business models?

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The Question of Joe Biden

As worried as many of us are about the president’s chances, he is our best shot at beating Trump.

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Rates Are Jumping on Wall Street. What Will It Do to Housing and the Economy?

A run-up in longer-term interest rates could help the Federal Reserve get the economic cool-down it wants — but it also risks a bumpy landing.

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Trump’s Fraud Trial and McCarthy’s Ouster Show How Chaotic the GOP Has Become

A revolt in Congress. Insurgent candidacies in swing states. A likely nominee on trial. This week showed how the party has turned more insular, antagonistic and repellent to general-election voters.

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The Mystery of What Happened to a 9/11 Suspect’s Sons

A psychologist working for the C.I.A. had threatened while interrogating Khalid Shaikh Mohammed to kill one of his preteen sons. But they were never in U.S. custody.

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How the Humble Paperback Helped Win World War II

A new exhibition tells the story of the Armed Services Editions, pocket-size paperback weapons in the fight for democracy.

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Why I Keep Watching In-Flight Meltdowns

How the airplane became a viral sensation, the star of videos about questionable behavior — and the new backdrop for social disillusionment.

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They’ve Been Stateless for 10 Years. Now Many Are Facing Deportation.

Ten years after a court order ruled that children of Haitian migrants in the Dominican Republic were not entitled to citizenship, many live in fear of arrest or expulsion.

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