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U.S. Government to Stop Tracking the Costs of Extreme Weather

It would be harder for insurers and scientists to study wildfires, storms and other “billion dollar disasters,” which are growing more frequent as the planet warms.

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New Law Requires Priests to Break Seal of Confession to Report Child Abuse

The state law, in Washington, applies to all religions but has outraged Catholics in particular. The Justice Department is investigating.

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Pope Leo XIV Grew Up in the Chicago Area

For Chicagoans, the selection of Robert Francis Prevost was thrilling and a little stunning.

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Bill Gates Accuses Elon Musk of ‘Killing Children’ by Cutting Foreign Aid

The Microsoft co-founder and philanthropist condemned his fellow billionaire for overseeing deep cuts to the U.S. Agency for International Development in the Trump administration.

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Five Pencils for You. Infinite Luxuries for the Trumps.

Americans skimp while their president splurges.

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‘Superfine’ Brings Radiant Black Style to the Met

Heritage meets gumption at the Costume Institute’s big spring exhibition, where pathbreaking pieces join anonymous garments to build a moving history.

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Who Is Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost, the New Pope? What to Know About Leo XIV

Here’s what to know about Pope Francis’ successor, who was chosen on Thursday. He is the first American pope and will be known as Leo XIV.

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The Knicks Beat the Celtics (Again), and New York City Loves It

Few experts gave the Knicks a chance to beat the champion Boston Celtics — except for the devoted fans who packed the street outside Madison Square Garden.

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FEMA’s Leader Is Dismissed

The move comes as the Trump administration has considered disbanding the agency.

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How to Know if Toxic Sewage Sludge Has Been Used in Your Community

Fertilizer containing potentially unsafe levels of “forever chemicals” has been used around the country.

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The Moment Pope Leo XIV Emerged on the Balcony

Crowds gathered in St. Peter’s Square — and around the world — to see who had been elected as Pope Francis’ successor.

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New York City Predicted Record Tourism. Then Came Trump.

The city’s tourism agency revised its 2025 forecast, with an estimated decline primarily driven by fewer foreign travelers.

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A Kentucky Boy Mistakenly Orders Almost 70,000 Dum-Dums Lollipops

Holly LaFavers said she was eventually refunded $4,200 for her 8-year-old son’s order of Dum-Dums candy.

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Trump Withdraws U.S. Attorney Nominee, Whose Extremism Tested Limits for G.O.P. Senators

The means of Ed Martin’s ascent as the leading prosecutor for the U.S. attorney’s office in Washington was his path out of power.

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The pope’s first words from the balcony will set expectations for his papacy.

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The Fed Could Be on Hold Until September, Economists Say

Economists have shifted back their forecasts for lower borrowing costs as President Trump’s tariffs raised the risk of higher inflation and slower growth.

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Hope and Anxiety Share the Stage as Finance Titans Converge on L.A.

At the Milken Institute conference, a who’s who of finance and corporate America, there was a mix of emotions about financial markets and the economy.

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Buddy Carter to Run for Georgia Senate, Seeking to Challenge Jon Ossoff

Representative Buddy Carter became the first Republican to enter the primary field to take on Senator Jon Ossoff of Georgia, one of the nation’s most vulnerable Democrats.

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How Does a Pope Choose His Name?

When selecting a name, popes often look to history and make a choice imbued with personal meaning. The decision can also signal the direction a pontificate might take.

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Tell Us: What Questions Do You Have About Death and Dying?

The New York Times wants to understand your questions for an upcoming project.

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Proposed Medicaid Cuts Put Vulnerable Republicans in a Political Bind

G.O.P. lawmakers from swing districts face tough votes as soon as next week, when key House panels are scheduled to consider legislation that would cut popular programs to pay for President Trump’s agenda.

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‘Wildly Inappropriate Behavior’: Real Estate Group Is Accused of Cover-ups

The Appraisal Institute faces concerns that one of its leaders has a history of harassing women and that it did not disclose that some certification exams were incorrectly scored.

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Sewage Sludge Fertilizer From Maryland? Virginians Say No Thanks.

Maryland has restricted use of the toxic fertilizer. A plan to send more to Virginia has sparked fears of contaminated farms and fisheries.

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Intelligence Agencies Increase Focus on Greenland, U.S. Officials Say

A growing number of reports about the island have been included in information circulated in the executive branch and Congress, officials said.

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Our Favorite Books for a Last-Minute Mother’s Day Gift

Need a last-minute Mother’s Day gift? Try one of these recent releases.

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Mistrial in Murder Case Against Michigan Officer Who Shot Motorist

The jury deadlocked in the trial of Christopher Schurr, who testified that he feared for his life when he fatally shot Patrick Lyoya during a traffic stop in Grand Rapids, Mich., in 2022.

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In Israel’s Demolition Path, West Bank Residents Pack Up Their Lives

A monthslong Israeli military operation in the northern West Bank has displaced tens of thousands of people. Some are now learning they may not return.

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Putin and Xi Present a United Front as They Face an Unpredictable Trump

The two leaders, meeting in Moscow, hailed their alliance a day ahead of events to mark the 80th anniversary of the Soviet victory over Nazi Germany in World War II.

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Bill Gates Explains His Plans to Close the Gates Foundation in 2045

In a wide-ranging interview, he explains his decision — amid the Trump administration’s assault on foreign aid — to accelerate the end of his giving.

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E.U. Unveils Plan for Retaliatory Tariffs on U.S. Products, if Negotiations Fail

European officials are working on lists of retaliatory tariffs and planning a World Trade Organization case to put pressure on America to do a trade deal.

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