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Sibling Therapy Is on the Rise. Could It Help My Relationship With My Brother?

I was drawn to and worried about this sort of therapy — maybe there were dangers in stirring things up.

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Trump Blasts ‘Sanctuary’ States, but Many Still Aid Deportations

A New York Times review of 18 states targeted by the Trump administration for their “sanctuary” policies found that all cooperate significantly with immigration authorities in cases involving violent crimes.

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Trump Gutted Civil Rights Agency, Stifling U.S. Scrutiny of Workplace Bias

A little-known federal office spent decades investigating potential discrimination by government contractors — until it was stopped by the Trump administration.

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Failed Immigration Cases Leave Chicago Prosecutor’s Office Reeling

Prosecutors have fled the U.S. attorney’s office in Chicago, angry about the cases they’ve been told to bring against protesters and immigrants.

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A Modest Proposal for the Strait Dispute: A Shared Pact Among Gulf States

A London-based research group has invoked a now-defunct European pact on coal and steel to suggest forming a coalition of countries that would share control of the Strait of Hormuz.

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Black and Latino Leaders Ask: What Do Socialist Wins Mean for New York?

Longtime leaders and advocates in minority districts fear that victories by the Democratic Socialists of America in gentrifying neighborhoods could mean political erasure.

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It’s No Longer So Much Fun to Be MAGA in Washington

It’s a vibe shift.

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In Maine, Troy Jackson Gains Momentum in Bid to Replace Platner

Troy Jackson, a progressive former State Senate president, showed signs of significant strength, as half the state’s counties picked delegates to a convention where they will choose Graham Platner’s replacement.

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Vance Remarks on Epstein and Israel Echo Conspiracy Theories

The vice president’s comment that there were ties between Mr. Epstein and the “highest levels” of Israeli intelligence troubled some in his party.

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Tate Brothers Arrested in Miami As U.K. Authorities File Sex Crime Charges

The arrests of the influencers, known for their misogynistic views, come after years of investigations in Europe. The new charges concern offenses dating back to 2010, officials said.

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What to Know About Fires Caused by Lightning in the Pacific Northwest

Dozens of fires ignited in Oregon and Washington as more than 14,000 lightning strikes hit the region during thunderstorms this week.

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Cindy Burbank, Nebraska’s Democratic Senate Nominee, Files to Withdraw From Race

The move by Cindy Burbank could clear a path for Dan Osborn, an independent candidate backed by her party’s leadership. But Republicans have cried foul, and her effort could face obstacles.

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Why Jordan Is Becoming a New Focus in the U.S.-Iran War

Four Iranian attacks in five days have targeted U.S. troops in Jordan, U.S. officials said, including one on Friday that killed two soldiers and left another service member missing.

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They Were Charged With Assaulting ICE Agents. The Cases Are Crumbling.

The Trump administration has lost or abandoned hundreds of criminal cases against protesters and immigrants, a Times investigation found.

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Wildfires Continue To Burn in Ontario, Canada, Sending Smoke to U.S. Cities

Nearly 200 fires continued to devastate swaths of the province as smoke continued to drift across parts of Canada and the United States.

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Thunderstorms Bring Threat of Strong Winds to Northeast

Forecasters warned of winds over 70 miles per hour in New York City and Philadelphia.

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Mike Lindell Not Registered to Vote in Minnesota, Where He is Running for Governor

President Trump endorsed Mike Lindell, a leader of the election denial movement, for Minnesota governor this week.

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MyPillow Founder Not Registered to Vote in State He Wants to Lead

President Trump endorsed Mike Lindell, a leader of the election denial movement, for Minnesota governor this week.

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U.S. Strikes Leave Iranians Isolated and Scared

Overnight strikes damaged a tunnel and three bridges in Hormozgan Province, the governor’s office said.

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A Very British CPAC: No Costumes, and Not Much Trump

London hosted an understated version of the Conservative Political Action Conference, known in the United States for its over-the-top celebration of MAGA causes.

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Taylor Farms Expands Iceberg Lettuce Recall to 27 States Amid Cyclospora Outbreak

The implicated products were marketed under several brands, and had been shipped as recently as Thursday.

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These 16 Democrats Voted to Stop Israel Aid. AIPAC Took Action.

After 103 Democrats voted to eliminate aid to Israel, the lobbying group closed off online donations for more than a dozen Democratic lawmakers it had endorsed.

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The Evolution of Presidential Travel: Horse Carriages to Air Force One

From horse-drawn presidential coaches to Air Force One, presidents have used various modes of transportation to project an image of America for nearly 250 years.

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Most Forest Fires in Canada Are Simply Impossible to Put Out

Half of Canada’s wildfires are in remote areas with no road access. Impossible to fight, they are often left to burn.

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What the US and Canada Can Expect from the Wildfire Smoke This Weekend

The smoke isn’t going away, but where it affects air quality will shift over the next few days.

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Low-T, High Chair

Where are Hegseth’s hormones when Trump needs them?

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The ‘Devil’s Bargain’ at the Heart of American Politics Now

This week: the Todd Blanche hearing, Lindsey Graham’s legacy and progressive infighting.

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My Son Was Killed by ICE. I Want Accountability.

I deserve accountability and transparency, and so does the public.

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Scenic Route

A summer weekend offers a bounty of daylight that we feel duty-bound to exploit properly. But sometimes the sun-and-fun mandate becomes an unnecessary burden.

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Mamdani Says He May Still Order Netanyahu’s Arrest in ‘The Interview’

Mayor Zohran Mamdani said he was in “an active conversation” with New York City’s Law Department on whether he had the authority to arrest the Israeli leader.

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