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How the New Orleans Saints Helped the Catholic Church Handle a Sex-Abuse Scandal

A trove of emails shows the team’s leadership using their influence in New Orleans to aid the archdiocese, including writing talking points for media interviews.

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Who Will Govern Postwar Gaza? Four Competing Models Are Emerging.

Hamas still controls most of the enclave, but Israel holds some key areas. International oversight could also be expanded, while the Palestinian Authority has presented itself as another alternative.

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Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists Names Alexandra Bell Its New President

Alexandra Bell is bringing more than a decade of experience in nuclear policy to the organization that sets the Doomsday Clock.

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Trade War Heats Up, and Government Websites Go Dark

Plus, Beyoncé’s long-awaited win.

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2025 Grammys: Best and Worst Moments

Doechii and Chappell Roan brought dramatic performances and heartfelt speeches, new artists stole the spotlight and men took a back seat at the 67th annual awards.

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A Presidency That’s Off the Rails. It Took Only Two Weeks.

But we’ve underestimated Trump’s political strength many times before.

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As Trump Attacks Diversity, a Racist Undercurrent Surfaces

President Trump has promised a “colorblind and merit-based” society, while also equating diversity with incompetence.

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Panama Canal Fees Have Become a Flashpoint. Here’s Why They’ve Risen.

President Trump says the canal authority is overcharging. Recent increases are attributed in part to drought, maintenance investments and demand.

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The New Evidence Climate Change Will Upend American Homeownership

A new analysis predicts an extraordinary reversal in housing fortunes for Americans.

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One Response to Trump’s Tariffs: Trade That Excludes the U.S.

A growing number of countries, including American allies, are striking trade deals as the Trump administration erects a higher fence around its global commerce.

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House Democratic Super PAC Creates $50 Million Fund Targeting Working Class

The new investment for the midterms is a shift from 2024, when the House Majority PAC’s initial funds were earmarked for battleground seats in California and New York.

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After the Los Angeles Fires, Cleanup Is Occurring in Stages

Many fire victims are eager to clear their home sites and move on to rebuilding. The big question is when.

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Could the Bird Flu Become Airborne?

Scientists were slow to recognize that Covid spreads through the air. Some are now trying to get ahead of the bird flu.

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Could the Bird Flu Become Airborne?

Scientists were slow to recognize that Covid spreads through the air. Some are now trying to get ahead of the bird flu.

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Is Micromanaging Teachers a Recipe for School Success?

A new superintendent is trying to improve Houston’s public schools through strictly structured teaching. The district says it’s working. Many educators and parents hate it.

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For China, Trump’s Moves Bring Pain, but Also Potential Gains

President Trump’s tariffs hurt China, but his other actions have alienated U.S. allies, giving Beijing an opening to strengthen its global standing.

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Beyoncé Finally Wins Album of the Year With ‘Cowboy Carter’

The superstar is the first Black woman to take the prize this century, and the fourth in Grammy history. It was her fifth nomination for the show’s top award.

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I’m the Foreign Minister of Poland. Europe Has Got the Message.

As some allies grow weary of American power, Americans seem to be growing weary of their allies.

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Three Years After Ukraine Invasion, Europe Still Deals With Energy Crisis

To wean itself off Russian natural gas, Europe has found new sources of energy, including imports from the United States. But high costs are straining the economy.

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With Trump’s Backing Uncertain, Europe Scrambles to Shore Up Its Own Defenses

European leaders will gather Monday to plot a rough path forward on defense. Wavering support from President Trump is likely to drive the debate.

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Grammys 2025’s Unforgettable Looks: Bianca Censori, Taylor Swift, Chappell Roan

Painterly gowns, wedding dresses, nude body stockings and more.

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Marco Rubio Tells Panama’s Leader ‘Immediate Changes’ Are Needed

Secretary of State Marco Rubio told the country’s president that the United States could take unspecified steps to “protect its rights,” according to the State Department.

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Double Dutch Pro Uses Jump Rope in Icy Pond Rescue

David Fisher, a professional rope jumper and performer, was honored by Westfield, Ind., on Monday after using a jump rope to rescue a teenager who had fallen through an icy pond.

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Marion Wiesel, Translator, Strategist and Wife of Elie Wiesel, Dies at 94

A fellow survivor, she was a literary and political adviser who helped her husband gain recognition as a singular moral authority on the Holocaust.

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2025 Grammys: Winners List

An updating rundown of the artists, albums, songs and videos that took home trophies at the 67th annual awards.

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OpenAI Unveils New A.I. Agent for Research

The tool, called Deep Research, arrives days after OpenAI released another one, which shops for groceries and books restaurant reservations.

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Minneapolis Settles With Woman Who Says Derek Chauvin Knelt on Her Back

The $600,000 settlement is the latest in a series of lawsuits alleging excessive force by Mr. Chauvin, the former police officer convicted of murdering George Floyd.

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Grammys Red Carpet Photos: 2025 Looks

See what nominees and guests for the 67th Grammy Awards, including Sabrina Carpenter, Chappell Roan and Ye, wore to arrive for the ceremony.

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Crews Move Closer to Recovering All Bodies in D.C. Crash

Remains of 55 of the 67 victims have been recovered, officials said on Sunday as they prepared to lift the wreckage of the jet out of the Potomac River on Monday.

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Army Identifies Capt. Rebecca M. Lobach as Helicopter Co-Pilot Killed in D.C. Crash

Capt. Rebecca M. Lobach’s family issued a statement that described her many achievements in the service.

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