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4.6-Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Near Malibu, Rattling Los Angeles Area

The authorities said there were no immediate reports of significant damage from the quake, one of several that struck near Malibu, Calif., near Los Angeles.

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Release of Hur Report Underlines Perils of the Special Counsel’s Job

Critics have called Robert K. Hur’s descriptions of President Biden’s memory outside his purview. Others say his narrative was probably motivated by seeking to justify not charging Mr. Biden.

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Democrats Suffer a Comey Flashback

The special counsel’s report on President Biden instantly recalled how James Comey concluded his investigation of Hillary Clinton.

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The White House Went Into Damage-Control Mode

Also, the U.S. dismissed Putin’s call for negotiations. Here’s the latest at the end of Friday.

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John Bruton Dies at 76; Negotiated for Peace as Irish Prime Minister

He made strides to end the sectarian violence that plagued Northern Ireland through the 1990s by collaborating with both Britain and the Irish Republican Army.

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Hollywood Made 14% Fewer Shows in 2023, Marking the End of Peak TV

The decline is the most definitive evidence of a slowdown in new programming that has been predicted for at least a year.

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Plane Crashes on Florida Highway, Killing 2, Authorities Say

The plane, a Bombardier Challenger 600 series jet, was carrying five people when it crashed on Interstate 75 near Naples, Fla., the authorities said.

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The Challenges of an Aging President

Biden can do more to address the American public’s concerns about his age.

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Is the Senate Becoming the House? A Border Bill’s Failure Exposes Chaos in the GOP.

The failure of border legislation exposed serious fault lines among Senate Republicans that rivaled the G.O.P. discord across the Rotunda.

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In Private Remarks to Arab Americans, Biden Aide Expresses Regrets on Gaza

In a closed-door meeting, the aide offered some of the administration’s clearest notes of contrition for its response to the Gaza war, a sign of rising Democratic pressure on President Biden.

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U.S. Rejects Putin’s Latest Call for Ukraine Negotiations

Skepticism remains high about the Russian leader’s intentions after he told Tucker Carlson that the war in Ukraine could be settled with a peace deal.

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The Friar Who Became the Vatican’s Go-To Guy on A.I.

Paolo Benanti advises the Roman Catholic Church and the Italian government on the tricky questions, moral and otherwise, raised by the rapidly advancing technology.

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S&P 500 Closes Above 5,000 for First Time

The index is up TK percent this year.

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Matt Rosendale Enters Montana Senate Race, Kicking Off Republican Fight

Donald J. Trump endorsed Tim Sheehy hours after one of Mr. Trump’s longtime allies entered the race. Some party leaders had hoped to avoid a contested primary.

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They’re the Stanley Cup Champions. And That’s a Lot of Mugs.

The ‘it’ mug’s selling point is sustainability — one cup to replace many disposable bottles. But what does it mean when people buy lots of them?

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How to Make Pistachio Cheesecake, 2 Ways: Easy and Showstopping

The slightly sweet nut shines in these two smart recipes from Melissa Clark.

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Seiji Ozawa: 8 Essential Recordings

Ozawa, who died this week at 88 years old, left behind a catalog made with orchestras in Boston, Chicago and elsewhere. Listen to highlights.

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Biden and the Question of Age: When Does Old Become Too Old?

Polling shows it’s a broad concern expressed about President Biden, not just one person’s opinion.

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Democrats Can No Longer Stay Silent About Biden

Trying to shield the president from public exposure will reinforce the impression that there’s something to hide.

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Staggering Rise in Catheter Bills Suggests Medicare Scam

Seven medical supply companies made suspicious claims involving thousands of Medicare beneficiaries, an advocacy group found.

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Kamala Harris Calls Special Counsel Report on Biden ‘Politically Motivated’

The special counsel, Robert K. Hur, put President Biden’s age and memory in the spotlight during an investigation into his handling of classified documents.

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Chief Witness Against Gaetz Is Cooperating With House Ethics Investigation

A year after the Justice Department decided not to bring charges against Representative Matt Gaetz in a sex-trafficking investigation, the House Ethics Committee is moving forward with an inquiry into him.

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In Tucker Carlson Interview, Putin Suggests a Peace Deal

The Russian leader clearly believes he can now negotiate from strength, but the message in the Tucker Carlson interview was muddled, critics say.

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The Apple ’1984’ Ad Changed the Super Bowl Forever

An oral history of Apple’s groundbreaking “1984” spot, which helped to establish the Super Bowl as TV’s biggest commercial showcase.

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Prince Harry Gets Damages in Hacking Case and Calls Out Piers Morgan

After settling his privacy claims with Mirror Group Newspapers, the prince criticized Mr. Morgan, saying the former editor of The Mirror “knew perfectly well what was going on.”

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Pro Sports in Las Vegas Aren’t Cheered by Everyone

The Super Bowl will be played at Allegiant Stadium, which received $750 million in public subsidies even as the city’s schools and other services have gone wanting.

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How Two Irish Businessmen Almost Took Nigeria for $11 Billion

A mundane contractual provision met with rampant corruption — revealing a serious vulnerability in one of the backbones of international commerce.

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Is Soccer Ready to Retire Its Last Taboo?

A new documentary about gay players tells a story that is, in some ways, no longer a story.

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Prosecutors Seek to Protect Witnesses in Trump Classified Documents Case

The move to shield the identities of several witnesses suggested a mounting sense of frustration with Judge Aileen M. Cannon, who is overseeing the case.

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The Weekender

Tracy Chapman makes a triumphant return. Also, the $1.50 shoes that even Gucci wants to copy, and at 116, she is celebrated by an entire town.

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