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Why Women Are Leaving This Broadway Show in Tears

“John Proctor is the Villain” turns the idea that MeToo was a witch hunt inside out.

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After Cuts, the National Weather Service Is Hiring Again

The agency plans to hire more than 100 people after nearly 600 were laid off or retired as part of the governmentwide cuts this year.

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Trump Talks a Lot About Antisemitism, With a Notable Caveat

The president made no reference to Jews after the Colorado attack.

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What Happened to the Northern Lights?

A geomagnetic storm that was forecast to produce streaks of colorful light across much of the country was weaker than expected.

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Suspect in Colorado Attack Was Charged With a Hate Crime

Also, coffee was linked to healthy aging. Here’s the latest at the end of Monday.

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Low Turnout in Mexico’s Judicial Election Fuels Legitimacy Concerns

Nearly 90 percent of voters did not cast ballots on Sunday, one of the lowest turnouts in any federal election since Mexico became a democracy.

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Ukraine’s Drone Attack Deep Inside Russia: What to Know

The strike set several aircraft on fire, video showed, and dealt a symbolic blow to Moscow’s relentless bombing campaign.

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Mount Etna Erupts in Sicily, Sending Hikers Scrambling for Cover

Videos circulating on social media showed visitors rushing to descend the mountain as volcanic plumes rose overhead.

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South Koreans Begin Voting to Elect a New President

The election is a big step toward stabilizing the country. But daunting challenges at home and from abroad await the new leader.

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David Cope, Godfather of A.I. Music, Is Dead at 83

His EMI algorithm, an early form of artificial intelligence that he developed in the 1980s, prompted searching questions about the limits of human creativity.

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Trump Administration to Open Alaska Wilderness to Drilling and Mining

The Interior Department plans to repeal Biden-era protections across the state’s ecologically sensitive North Slope.

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After Several Attacks, Heightened Anxiety Among American Jews

The attack in Colorado on a march in support of hostages held in Gaza contributed to a sense that simply existing in public as a Jewish person is increasingly dangerous.

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Antonio Delgado, Hochul’s No. 2, Will Challenge Her in Governor’s Race

Mr. Delgado, New York’s lieutenant governor, said he would take on Gov. Kathy Hochul in next year’s Democratic primary because her tenure had lacked “bold, decisive” leadership.

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Colorado Suspect’s Uncertain Immigration Status Highlights Visa ‘Overstays’

Unlawful border crossings dominate the political debate about immigration. But estimates suggest 40 percent of undocumented people entered the United States lawfully and then stayed.

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A.I. Is Coming For the Coders Who Made It

A.I.’s takeover of jobs may come first for computer science.

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Supreme Court Agrees to Hear Challenge to Illinois Mail-In Ballot Law

The justices added four cases to their docket for next term, including a lawsuit brought by a conservative group challenging an Illinois law that allows mail ballots to be counted after Election Day.

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Drinking Coffee Is Associated With a Longer, Healthier Life, According to a New Study

A new study of over 47,000 women found links between coffee drinking and healthy aging. Here’s what we know.

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Jonathan Joss, ‘King of the Hill’ Voice Actor, Is Fatally Shot by Neighbor, Police Say

A neighbor who opened fire on the actor during a dispute was charged with murder, the authorities said. Mr. Joss also appeared in “Parks and Recreation.”

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Why Politics Feels So Cruel Right Now

Three Opinion writers on the death of empathy in America.

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Consumers Are Financing Their Groceries. What Does It Say About the Economy?

Increased use of “buy now, pay later” loans may signal shifting consumer habits, but could also be a troubling sign of financial stress.

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What if Google Just Broke Itself Up? A Tech Insider Makes the Case.

Prosecutors aren’t the only ones arguing for a smaller Google. Some critics say it might be better for investors, customers and innovation.

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Elon Musk Returns to His Tech Empire, Facing Questions of Inattention

As Mr. Musk steps away from Washington, he faces concerns over his prolonged absence from his businesses including Tesla, SpaceX, xAI and X.

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Economists Question G.O.P. Bill: Why Increase the Deficit in Good Times?

Huge deficits are already making bond investors nervous. Economists warn that could make it harder to respond to future crises.

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In Drone Attacks on Russia, Ukraine Aims for Strategic and Symbolic Blow

While the full extent of the damage is still unknown, the operation shows how Kyiv has been able to adapt and evolve over the war using drones.

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Health Risks From Cannabis May Grow as Users Age

More older people are using cannabis products regularly, but research suggests their cannabis-related health problems are also on the rise.

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Heavy Rain and Severe Storms Expected to Sweep Across Central U.S.

Damaging winds and large hail are forecast for the Plains and the Midwest, and the remnants of Tropical Storm Alvin could bring excessive rainfall and flash flooding.

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Supreme Court Turns Down Challenge to Ban on Semiautomatic Rifles

The case from Maryland was the court’s latest opportunity to apply its recently announced history-based test for assessing the constitutionality of gun control laws.

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Save Us, Senators, From a Very Expensive Mistake

Senate Republicans understand that energy abundance is essential for the economy, national security and the country’s well-being. Now they must act.

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Poland’s Presidential Election Result Highlights Trump-Europe Divide

The country’s government is centrist, with deep ties to Brussels. Its new president is a Trump-backed nationalist. That reflects a broader struggle.

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The Next Phase of New York City’s ‘Trash Revolution’ Is Here

Large residential buildings in West Harlem are now required to put trash in large bins on the street instead of in piles on the curb. The mayor wants to expand the idea citywide.

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