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Feeling Political Heat From Trump, Colleges Pump Up Their Lobbying

An analysis by The New York Times found that schools targeted by the Trump administration have sharply increased spending on lobbying and became far more reliant on lobbyists with Republican ties.

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Previously Unpublished: A Look at One of the Last Things Pope Francis Wrote

In a foreword to a book, he articulated the church’s position on marriage.

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Painting From Memory, Salman Toor Conjures Passion and Freedom

As Salman Toor’s work has become more politically conflicted and emotionally raw, he finds himself wondering, “What am I doing here in America?”

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Apartments for Rent in a Former Office, but You Have to Live in Midtown

The developer behind transforming Pfizer’s former headquarters in Midtown Manhattan into about 1,600 apartments is hoping young people won’t care about the area’s lack of a neighborhood.

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Sweetgreen’s CEO on Robots, RFK Jr. and Why Salads Are So Expensive

Jonathan Neman set out to make fast food healthier, co-founding the salad chain in Washington. Now, what goes in our food is political.

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Dozens Killed in Attack on Migrant Facility in Yemen, Houthis Say

There was no immediate comment from the U.S. military, which the Iran-backed Houthi militia blamed for the attack in Saada.

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‘Grandpa Robbers’ Go on Trial in Paris Over 2016 Kim Kardashian Heist

The reality TV star and entrepreneur was tied up and held at gunpoint, and jewelry worth nearly $9 million was stolen in the incident.

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Spain, Portugal and France Hit by Widespread Power Outage

The blackout hit critical infrastructure like airports and caused transportation disruptions in the three countries. The cause of the outage was unclear.

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Putin Declares 3-Day Cease-Fire in Ukraine for Next Month

There was no immediate comment from Ukraine about the unexpected announcement.

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Spotify Paid $100 Million to Podcasters as Creator Wars Heat Up

The audio platform has branched out to video and has paid more than $100 million to podcast publishers this year as the war for creator talent heats up.

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Saudi Arabia and Qatar to Pay Off Syria’s Debt to the World Bank

The countries agreed to cover $15 million owed to the lender as the new government in Damascus looks to rebuild the economy after the civil war.

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Decoding the Vatican: Key Terms in the Papal Transition

From conclave to “Habemus papam,” here’s what to know about the words and phrases that guide the process after a pope dies.

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Conclave to Choose New Pope Will Start May 7, Vatican Says

Over 130 cardinals will be able to vote on a successor for Francis, and a two-thirds majority is needed to elect the new head of the Roman Catholic Church.

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Canada Votes

We explain what’s at stake in today’s election.

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Ukraine Pinning War Hopes on Expanded Drone Program

With uncertainty looming over cease-fire talks and U.S. support, the Ukrainian military is relying more than ever on domestically produced drones.

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American Children Sent to Honduras, and A.I. on the Battlefield

Plus, teaching student athletes how to go viral.

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Russia’s Putin Thanks Kim for North Korean Troops Fighting in Kursk

North Korea’s leader, Kim Jong-un, ordered a monument for the “heroic” soldiers killed in Russia’s war against Ukraine, as Moscow and Pyongyang make first comments on the joint operation.

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Kurdish Distrust of Syria’s New Government Runs Deep

The Kurdish-led force that runs northeast Syria has agreed to integrate into a new national army, but some of its supporters remain wary.

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Albuquerque Has a Crime Problem. Is the National Guard the Answer?

New Mexico’s governor said the troops are needed to help quell violence. But in the deeply blue city, the plan to deploy them has drawn uneasy comparisons to the talk of President Trump.

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All Good Things Come to an End. What About Bad Things?

We cannot forget that so much of our Trump trauma comes from electing a reality TV star as president.

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A ‘Citizen Lawyer’ Gets a Standing Ovation at the Supreme Court

In a remarkable scene, the justices applauded Edwin S. Kneedler, a government lawyer with a reputation for candor, care and integrity.

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Detroit Opera Steps Into Trump’s Cross Hairs With ‘Central Park Five’

The Pulitzer Prize-winning opera features Donald J. Trump, whose 1989 full-page newspaper ad sought to demonize the young men wrongly accused of rape.

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Josh Hawley and the Republican Populists, at War With Their Party

The conservative senator from Missouri, better known for his raised fist in solidarity with Trump supporters on Jan. 6, is embracing a key rhetorical theme in the president’s political ascendancy.

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A Road Map of Trump’s Lawless Presidency

A diverse group of legal scholars flash red warning lights about the future of America.

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After Trump Aid Cuts, Food Banks Scrounge and Scrimp

In one of the country’s poorest areas, the quantity and quality of government deliveries have dropped, forcing one charity to make do with thin soup and dried cranberries.

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Democrats Plan to Capitalize as G.O.P. Begins Outlining Spending Cuts

Republican lawmakers are set to lay out specifics of their sweeping fiscal package as Congress returns for a critical month, giving Democrats an opening for fresh attacks.

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Families Split as India and Pakistan Cancel Visas After Kashmir Attack

The repercussions from a terrorist attack led to painful scenes at the countries’ border, as families with mixed citizenship were suddenly divided.

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Brad Lander’s 2 Goals in N.Y.C. Mayor’s Race: Beat Cuomo and Win

Mr. Lander, the New York City comptroller, says voters seeking a competent leader should look to him and not the former governor: “I am a decent person. Let’s just start there.”

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Trump Says He Wants to Save the U.S. Auto Industry. His Policies Could Destroy It.

Trump’s approach risks leaving U.S. automakers isolated and incapable of competing on their own merits as foreign companies bolt ahead.

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The Jewish Students Caught Up in Trump’s Antisemitism Crackdown

Going after antisemitism on campus has swept up Jewish students protesting the war in Gaza.

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