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Israel and U.S. Smashed Iran Nuclear Site That Grew After Trump Quit 2015 Accord

Nuclear experts say the president’s rejection of the restrictive deal forced him to neutralize an Iranian threat of his own making.

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At Bezos’ Venetian Wedding: Buzz, Bling and Backlash

The over-the-top party in the photogenic Italian city mixed Hollywood, Silicon Valley and political overtones.

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Iran Holds State Funeral for Military Commanders and Nuclear Scientists

A procession of marchers honored prominent figures killed during the 12-day war with Israel.

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Thai Protesters Vent Their Exasperation With the Prime Minister

The political turmoil set off by a leaked phone conversation shows no sign of easing, in a country where demonstrations have helped oust governments before.

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Obfuscating on Obliterating

Trump schools the Ayatollah on the fine art of truth telling.

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In the Quest to Shrink NASA, Trump Forgets National Security

An agency’s service to the country goes far beyond space exploration.

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Between Bombs and the Regime, Iranians Face a Moral Paralysis

Between bombs and the Islamic Republic, Iranians face an agonizing choice

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Belarus Is a Warning

I’m going to tell you how the people in charge of my country made the truth a crime.

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Better Half

The midpoint of the year is an opportune moment to look back at where we’ve been, and set our sights for where we want to go.

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How the Supreme Court’s Injunction Ruling Expands Trump’s Power

The court tied the hands of judges at a time when Congress has been cowed and internal executive branch constraints have been steamrolled.

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Courts Will Have to Grapple With New Limits on Their Power

The Supreme Court has set a new, higher bar for judges seeking to block Trump administration policies nationwide. But some legal routes remain open.

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What Happened in the Closing Arguments of the Sean Combs Trial

The jurors will begin deliberating on Monday. The music mogul has pleaded not guilty to sex trafficking and racketeering conspiracy.

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‘The Bear’ Season 4: Here Are the Cameos

“The Bear” returned for its fourth season this week with high-stakes restaurant drama and high-wattage cameos.

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The Supreme Court’s Same-Sex Marriage Ruling Impact on Trans Youth

Ten years after their Supreme Court win, some veterans of the marriage equality battles see a shared struggle for transgender rights.

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Concerns Grow Over Dire Conditions in Immigrant Detention

Mass immigration arrests have led to overcrowding in detention facilities, with reports of unsanitary and inhumane conditions.

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Amid War With Israel, Iran Pursues Enemies From Within

Iranian authorities are sweeping up hundreds of people deemed suspected spies or infiltrators. Some worry the campaign could become a broader crackdown on political opponents and minorities.

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A Triumphant Supreme Court Term for Trump, Fueled by Emergency Rulings

Using truncated procedures, the six-justice conservative majority gave a green light to many of the president’s most assertive initiatives.

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Is Mostafa Asal, Squash World Champion, Testing The Rules, or Cheating?

Even Mostafa Asal’s coach admits his player sometimes goes too far. But an anonymous YouTuber is crying foul play, with videos to make the point.

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Takeaways From a Times Investigation of the Pope’s Legacy on Sex Abuse

As a bishop in Peru, Pope Leo XIV’s handling of two abuse cases was a study in contrasts, siding strongly with victims in one and accused of failing them in the other.

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Why a G.O.P. Medicaid Requirement Could Set States Up for Failure

The Republicans’ big bill would require most states to build technology systems quickly and with little funding.

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Can Donors Fill the Major Budget Holes Universities Face Under Trump?

In their fund-raising appeals, some schools are citing the vast sums in federal funding that they stand to lose. Others appear to be keeping mum to avoid angering the White House.

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Stars Passing Near the Sun Could Cause Planets to Collide or Be Ejected, Paper Says

Stars passing close to the sun could cause planets to collide, including with Earth, or even be ejected as rogue planets, new simulations show.

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Golden Arches in a War Zone: McDonald’s Thrives in Ukraine

The American fast-food giant plans to open about 10 new restaurants in Ukraine this year, a testament to the country’s rebounding economy and its enduring love of Big Macs.

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How 5 States Are Trying to Lure Hollywood Productions

States have spent at least $25 billion to attract movie and TV filming. Texas and New York are increasing their subsidies, while Georgia and Louisiana are broadening their programs.

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Top American Academics Flock to Toronto as Trump Threatens U.S. Colleges

The University of Toronto has attracted several U.S. professors amid turmoil between American higher-education institutions and the Trump administration.

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Mark Zuckerberg and Priscilla Chan Narrow CZI’s Focus to Science Efforts

The tech titan and his wife once had sprawling ambitions for their Chan Zuckerberg Initiative. Now their efforts in politics, education and housing have been cut back to focus on science.

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Is Pope Leo a Man of Action on Sexual Abuse Cases? Or the Opposite?

For some survivors, he was a hero. Others who reported abuse said he failed them.

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Democrats Cheer Hollywood Tax Breaks They Once Called ‘Corporate Welfare’

California politicians once derided a $50 million proposal by Arnold Schwarzenegger. With the support of unions, they’re now strongly backing a $750 million subsidy.

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Gen Z, It Turns Out, Is Great at Saving for Retirement

They are contributing to their 401(k)s much earlier than millennials did, reports show, and young women in particular are being aggressive about saving.

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Free Buses and Child Care. A Rent Freeze. Can Zohran Mamdani Achieve His Plans?

Zohran Mamdani, the Democratic mayoral hopeful, also promises a $30 minimum wage, but many of his plans are not within a mayor’s control.

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