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Between Israelis and Palestinians, a Lethal Psychological Chasm Grows

In a conflict marked by complete incomprehension on both sides, the ability to see each other as human has been lost.

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The New Speaker Avoided a Shutdown. Can He Avoid Being Ousted?

Amid Republican infighting, Mike Johnson relied on Democrats for the bulk of the votes to pass a House spending bill.

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Shakira Reaches Deal in Spanish Tax Fraud Trial

Prosecutors had charged the pop star with failing to pay 14.5 million euros in income taxes. Her trial had been set to begin on Monday.

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Microsoft Hires OpenAI’s Ousted C.E.O., and More

Plus, Argentina elects a far-right president and Rosalynn Carter dies at 96.

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Happy Thanksgiving, Hermit Billionaires!

There is always something to be grateful for.

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Army Ammunition Factory Tied to Mass Shootings Faces New Scrutiny

Lawmakers want to know if taxpayers are subsidizing rounds used in AR-15-style guns that are “contributing to serious violence by private citizens.”

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The Supreme Court’s Search for a More Attractive Gun Rights Case

The next big Second Amendment case, after one on domestic violence, could be about whether the government can disarm a man who lied to get food stamps.

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How Companies Like Google Control Our Privacy and Our Data

Default settings on devices allow the tech ind to keep collecting and using data as it wants.

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Appeals Court to Hear Arguments on Trump Election Case Gag Order

A three-judge panel will consider how to balance the former president’s free-speech rights against the need to insulate prosecutors, court personnel and potential witnesses from intimidation.

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The Crisis in Issue Polling, and What We’re Doing About It

A poll can be very close to the actual result but miss the key story line. We’ll try new question forms; we might even try an experiment or two.

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In Ukraine’s Slowed-Down War, Death Comes as Quickly as Ever

Ukraine is facing continual eastern assaults from Russian forces at a bloody cost for both sides, even as the lines on the map barely move.

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The Stay-or-Pay Clause That Demands You Pay to Quit Your Job

Some U.S. businesses are forcing workers to sign contracts that demand steep “reimbursements” if they leave.

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Between Israelis and Palestinians, a Lethal Psychological Chasm Grows

In a conflict marked by complete incomprehension on both sides, the ability to see each other as human has been lost.

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Republican Sandy Senn Wants Voters to Have a Say on Abortion

Republicans are struggling politically with abortion. Jane Coaston interviews South Carolina’s Sandy Senn about her feeling that voters need a say.

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Navigating the Black Friday Travels Sales and Deals

Bargain shoppers will find discounts on hotels, resorts, far-flung tours and cruises. The key is to act quickly before they disappear.

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Cass Sunstein On Why He Is a Liberal

Perhaps more than ever, there is an urgent need for a clear understanding of liberalism.

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In Death Valley, a Rare Lake Comes Alive

Visitors normally flock to Death Valley National Park to feel the searing heat and take in the barren landscape. This fall, they’ve been drawn by a different natural feature: water.

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What to Know About Trump’s Defense in His NY Civil Fraud Trial

The short Thanksgiving week will see the parade of expert witnesses continue as the defense argues that the valuations of assets were within normal boundaries.

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Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade 2023: Start Time, Lineup and How to Watch

Stepping off a half-hour earlier than usual, this year’s parade will include 31 floats, 25 balloons and performances by Jon Batiste and Cher.

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Ex-NYPD Detective’s Overturned Murder Convictions Have Cost New York $110 Million

Louis N. Scarcella, a former N.Y.P.D. detective, was accused of framing dozens of people for murder. The city and state have paid a steep price to settle claims over the past decade.

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OpenAI Board Says Sam Altman Will Not Return as C.E.O.

The announcement seemed to cap a tumultuous weekend for the A.I. company, as Mr. Altman made a push to reclaim his job.

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OpenAI Board Backs Decision to Oust Sam Altman as C.E.O.

After 48 hours of furious negotiations, the A.I. company said Mr. Altman would not return to his job and that former Twitch C.E.O. Emmett Shear would be its interim boss.

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Behind 94 Acts of Shocking Violence, Years of Glaring Mistakes

New York officials have escaped scrutiny for repeated failures to help homeless mentally ill people, a New York Times investigation has found.

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A Big Year for India on the Global Stage Ends in Cricket Heartbreak

A dominant World Cup run closes with a loss to Australia in the final, a symbol of how far India has come and how far it still has to go.

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Rosalynn Carter Lauded for Humanitarian Work, Mental Health Advocacy

Politicians from both sides of the aisle and other notable figures paid tribute to the former first lady, who died on Sunday.

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Cruise’s C.E.O. Quits as the Driverless Carmaker Aims to Rebuild Trust

Kyle Vogt, a founder of Cruise, resigned from the company on Sunday, weeks after it suspended all of its self-driving operations.

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Argentina Elects Javier Milei in Victory for Far Right

Argentina’s next president is a libertarian economist whose brash style and embrace of conspiracy theories has parallels with Donald J. Trump.

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London Sculptor Can Capture Your Dog, Cat or Even Cow

Through her company Pottery Pets, Alice Johnson creates figurines of your beloved dog, cat or even cow.

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Javier Milei gana la presidencia de Argentina

El próximo presidente del país es un economista libertario cuyo estilo osado y proclividad a las teorías conspirativas le ha valido comparaciones con Donald Trump.

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With Joe Biden Turning 81, the White House Is Focused Elsewhere

President Biden has no plans for a lavish public celebration when he turns 81 on Monday, even as Democrats search for a strategy to assuage voters’ concerns about his age by next year’s election.

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