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Tracing the Deep Roots of Ireland’s Support for Palestinians

In a country with its own history of a seemingly intractable conflict, the majority of people in Ireland are sympathetic to Palestinian civilians, while also condemning the Hamas attacks of Oct. 7.

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The Cavalry Is Not Coming

When you realize help is not on the way, what do you do?

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Sam Altman, Sugarcoating the Apocalypse

Was the shake-up at OpenAI a farce or a tragedy?

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Kissinger’s Triumphs and Mistakes Offer Lessons

And how we can apply them to China and Gaza today.

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O’Connor’s Most Vital Work Was After She Stepped Down

Justice O’Connor devoted her life after the court to fighting for an independent judiciary free of politics.

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Why Don’t We Dance More?

Dancing offers an opportunity to use our bodies for something beyond mere practicality.

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Canada Fast-Tracks 10.4 Billion Dollar Military Purchase

To avoid a seemingly endless process, the government takes some political heat.

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Being a Woman in Magic May be the Hardest Trick of All

Only about 8 percent of stage magicians are women. A new generation of performers wants to change that.

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Israelis Are Angry at Netanyahu, but Replacing Him Is Difficult

Many hold Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu responsible for his government’s failure to prevent the Oct. 7 attack by Hamas. His legacy could be determined by his actions in the coming days.

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In and Out of the Courtroom, O’Connor Inspired a Generation of Women

The Supreme Court justice, who died at 93 on Friday, made a series of influential rulings and inspired women across a range of fields as she cemented her legacy.

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Why Beyoncé Should Be Considered an Auteur

She is essentially one on the new film, but she has also demonstrated throughout her career just who is in charge of her art.

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Are Fake Christmas Trees the New Normal?

The popularity of faux firs is soaring as the look becomes more convincing. But it isn’t necessarily good news for the environment.

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What to Know About Home Care Services

Finding an aide to help an older person stay at home safely takes work. Here’s a guide.

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The Plan to Save a California Island? Shoot All of the Deer.

For decades, nonnative animals have ravaged the rare habitat on Catalina. The proposed solution has infuriated local residents and animal lovers.

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Crossing the Dnipro: What a Ukrainian Military Operation Might Mean

Ukrainian troops have taken positions on the east bank of the Dnipro River, posing a threat to Russia’s dominance of the region. Here is a look at the battlefield and the strategic implications.

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Drunk and Asleep on the Job: Air Traffic Controllers Pushed to the Brink

A nationwide shortage of controllers has resulted in an exhausted and demoralized work force that is increasingly prone to making dangerous mistakes.

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Desperate Families Search for Affordable Home Care

Facing a severe shortage of aides and high costs, people trying to keep aging loved ones at home often cobble together a patchwork of family and friends to help.

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He Won Election to Canada’s Parliament. Did China Help?

A Canadian rapporteur said there was “well-grounded suspicion” that Han Dong, a member of Parliament from Toronto, may have benefited from support from the Chinese Consulate.

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Inside Kick, an Upstart Streaming Competitor to Twitch

The Twitch competitor has doled out generous deals to content creators. It has also faced criticism for its lax moderation and embrace of online gambling.

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At COP28, More Than 20 Nations Pledge to Triple Nuclear Capacity

The group, including Britain, France and the United States, said the agreement was critical to meeting nations’ climate commitments.

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Biden Administration Announces Rule to Cut Millions of Tons of Methane Emissions

The measure, announced at the COP28 climate summit in Dubai, requires oil and gas producers to detect and fix leaks of the potent greenhouse gas.

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How a Suspected Indian Murder-for-Hire Plot on U.S. Soil Was Foiled

After a murder in Canada, a sting operation, prompted by an explosive tip through an unexpected channel, rushed to prevent another killing.

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What’s Next for George Santos? Court Dates and, Maybe, Reality TV.

The New York Republican suggested that his future might include a memoir or a reality television show, not to mention the looming criminal trial in federal court.

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Biden Administration Unleashes Powerful Regulatory Tool Aimed at Climate

Its new estimate of the economic impact of climate change could create the legal justification for aggressive new regulations.

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Netflix Builds a ‘Squid Game’ Universe as It Awaits a Second Season

A reality show and a live experience are two ways of keeping the dystopian series in the public eye. Is the original’s bleak message being diluted?

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Congestion Pricing’s Impact on New York? These 3 Cities Offer a Glimpse.

New York City is on the verge of becoming the first U.S. city to follow London, Stockholm and Singapore in trying to cut traffic by charging some drivers a fee.

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The Weekender

Meet Progressive’s Flo. Also: Longevity drugs for dogs and the best books of 2023.

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Susan Sarandon Apologizes for Comment About Jews at Rally

The Oscar-winning actress said she now regrets “diminishing” the long history of antisemitism in remarks at the rally, which led her agents to part ways with her.

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Japan to Limit Unusual Baby Names

As such names have increased, so has media attention to cases of people unhappy with them. But critics say new rules may infringe on the right to be creative.

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U.S. Navy Works to Salvage Plane From Fragile Hawaiian Bay

The maritime patrol aircraft overshot a runway at a U.S. Marine Corps base and landed in the water. The Navy plans to haul it out on Saturday.

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