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Navalny Allies Say He Was About to Be Freed in a Prisoner Exchange

A top aide to the Russian opposition leader who died this month said he could have been among several inmates swapped. The claim could not be independently confirmed.

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Palestinian Authority’s Government Resigns as U.S. Calls for Change

It was not clear whether the appointment of a new prime minister and cabinet would be enough to revamp the authority or persuade Israel to let it govern Gaza after the war there ends.

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Ronna McDaniel, the R.N.C.’s Top Official, Plans to Step Down on March 8

Donald Trump has publicly backed a new leader, Michael Whatley, to replace her, as the former president continues to tighten his grip on the Republican Party.

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Biden’s Next Steps on Immigration

The president has come to recognize that the surge of undocumented immigration is a threat to his re-election.

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European Leaders Meet in Paris to Boost Ukraine at ‘Critical Moment’

The meeting is intended to show that Europe remains committed to supporting Kyiv despite recent setbacks on the battlefield.

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Your Inhalers and EpiPens Aren't Very Healthy for the Environment

For eco-conscious consumers of personal medical devices, recycling options are limited. Some companies are trying to change that.

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The Case That Could Change Social Media, and an Evacuation Plan for Parts of Gaza

Plus, Flaco the owl honored in N.Y.C.

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The Alabama Ruling That Could Stop Families From Having Kids

The Alabama Supreme Court ruled this month that frozen embryos are children.

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Republican Opposition to Birth Control Bill Could Alienate Voters, Poll Finds

A survey conducted by Americans for Contraception shows the overwhelming popularity of birth control, and suggests voters are primed to punish Republicans for opposing a measure to protect access to it.

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The War in Gaza Turned This Longtime Michigan Democrat Against Biden

She knows the stakes. She loathes Donald Trump. But Terry Ahwal says she won’t back President Biden in November.

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We Owe It to Nex Benedict to Do Better by Bullied Teens

When political leaders and others dehumanize and demonize people in a marginalized group, they inspire others to act on their own prejudices.

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Big Tech’s Latest Power Grab: the Constitution

If the justices side with the tech giants in NetChoice v. Paxton, that will jeopardize our ability to control our own future.

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Brad Wilcox Thinks American Culture Is Undervaluing Marriage

Conservative-leaning intellectuals want more people to get married. But how does that actually happen? Jane Coaston interviews Brad Wilcox.

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Trump Is in His Element

What can Joe Biden do about it?

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The Tip Sheet: Will the Anti-Trump Vote Hold Steady in Michigan?

The state’s primary may also reveal the size of the Democratic protest vote against Biden.

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Supreme Court to Consider Social Media Laws From Texas and Florida

The tech industry argues that laws in Florida and Texas, prompted by conservative complaints about censorship, violate the First Amendment. The court’s decision could fundamentally alter the nature of speech on the internet.

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A Conservative Judge’s Critique of the Supreme Court’s Reliance on Tradition

In remarks at Harvard, Judge Kevin C. Newsom said the justices had strayed from originalism in parts of their blockbuster opinions on abortion and guns.

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They Promoted Body Positivity. Then They Lost Weight.

Do plus-size influencers owe their followers an explanation when their bodies change?

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Should You Consider Buying Your Childhood Home?

It might be a sensitive subject to bring up, but a path to homeownership for adult children could also make financial sense for their parents.

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Giving Big, a California Couple Gets Gratitude and Scrutiny

Lynda and Stewart Resnick have directed their pistachio fortune toward large, transformational gifts, but also drawn some criticism for their water use in an often parched state.

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‘Cop City’ Prosecutions Hinge on a New Definition of Domestic Terrorism

Are the protesters against a new police training center part of a violent “extremist organization,” or are the serious charges they face a means of stifling free speech?

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ICJ Will Hold a Final Hearing on Israel’s Occupation of Palestinian Territories

The hearings on the legality of Israel’s occupation of Palestinian territories have put more pressure on Israel during the war in Gaza.

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Amy Schumer Says She Has Cushing’s Syndrome, a Hormonal Disorder

The comedian’s announcement came after she was targeted on social media for a change in her physical appearance during on-camera interviews this month.

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Flaco’s Death Calls Attention to Bird Strikes and How to Prevent Them

The Eurasian eagle-owl was one of an estimated billion birds that will die in the United States this year after crashing into buildings.

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As the Election Comes Into Focus, Pressure Builds in the West Wing

The presidency has always been a pressure cooker, but some in the Biden administration see wars, age, family stress and another race against Donald J. Trump combining with unusual force.

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Why Democrats May Kill a Bipartisan House Map in New York

Democratic leaders in the State Legislature face a key choice on Monday: Accept a bipartisan proposal or try to redraw the congressional map in their party’s favor.

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‘Oppenheimer’ Wins Producers Guild Award. Is Oscar Next?

With the victory, the Christopher Nolan biopic has swept the guild prizes, a strong predictor of its chances at the Academy Awards.

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The Risk of a China War Over Taiwan Is Rising

A more robust approach is needed to deter Chinese military activities that could escalate into a war.

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Senate Aide Investigated Over Unofficial Ukraine Actions

Kyle Parker says he delivered sniper gear as part of his unabashed support for Ukraine. Investigators say there may be “counterintelligence issues.”

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Rally in Michigan Urges Protest Vote Against Biden’s Israel Policies

With the state’s primary on Tuesday, speakers at a gathering in Dearborn, Mich., pushed voters to cast a ballot for “uncommitted” in objection to President Biden’s handling of the Israel-Hamas war.

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