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If the Kennedy Center Is ‘Dangerous,’ Why Is the Symphony Rehearsing There?

The National Symphony Orchestra is practicing inside a building that President Trump and his allies say could fall on their heads.

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Whistle-Blower Says I.R.S. Leaked His Tax Records in Retaliation

Brian J. Visalli, a veteran investigator of tax fraud, said in a lawsuit that the agency had sent his personal and tax information to federal prosecutors.

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Rubio Stresses Need for U.S. Security Work With Greece on Migration and Terrorism

Secretary of State Marco Rubio praised Greece for spending more on defense, while saying it needs to address “mass migration.”

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Suit Seeks $549 Million for Historically Black College, Citing Disparities

The case argues that Missouri persistently underfunded Lincoln University, treating it different than the University of Missouri.

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August Lamm Was an Influencer. Now She Wants You to Ditch Your Smartphone.

August Lamm wants you to put down your smartphone and reclaim your life.

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The School Policy Scam Turning Voters Blue

In Texas and Iowa, Democrats are successfully tying universal school vouchers to corruption.

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Leon Botstein Remains at Bard College Amid Scrutiny Over Epstein Ties

Leon Botstein is no longer president of Bard College, but he continues to teach and play a prominent role in the school’s signature music programs.

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Malawians Struggle to Survive After Fleeing Anti-Immigrant Violence

Anti-immigrant violence in South Africa has forced tens of thousands to return to Malawi, severing badly needed cash flows and leaving families hungry.

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U.S. Formally Seeks Information From Russia About Possible Plague Death

The lack of details from the Russian authorities has unnerved U.S. officials and others around the world.

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France in Crisis

We look at what’s driving the protests across France.

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Nobel Prize in Chemistry Is Awarded to Henri Kagan and Kenso Soai

The Nobel Committee recognized them for “the discovery of non-linear effects and autocatalysis in asymmetric organic synthesis.”

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A Wall Street Record, and Why India Cut 130 Million Names From Its Voter Roll

Plus, the cats who taste-test kibble.

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The School Near Paris That Shows Why French Students Are Protesting

Angered by poor classroom conditions, students at Paul Éluard High School in a suburb of the capital were among the first to blockade their campus during an ongoing round of unrest.

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Could Gina Hinojosa Win the Texas Governor’s Race? JB Pritzker Thinks So.

Gov. JB Pritzker of Illinois and the Democratic Governors Association are each sending $1 million to back Gina Hinojosa in a bid for Texas governor that appears increasingly competitive.

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The Problem With Hegseth’s Pentagon

A Special Forces veteran joins the columnist David French to assess Pete Hegseth’s leadership.

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The Start-Up That Wants to Build ‘Microrobots’ With A.I.

Atomic Machines is training artificial intelligence on materials and designs — and then using it to build tiny physical devices.

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Europe’s Trade Tensions With China Are Coming to a Head

The European Union is weighing tougher trade measures as negotiators prepare to meet Chinese officials in Beijing, with surging exports from China pressuring key industries in Europe.

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China’s ‘Self-Reliance’ Drive Is Upending Trade With Europe

China’s push to manufacture more at home has widened its trade imbalance with Europe, intensifying pressure on European industries and policymakers to take action.

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Why Ken Paxton’s Estranged Wife Is Making the Case for His Senate Campaign

Angela Paxton is urging Texas voters to support Mr. Paxton’s Senate campaign, even as she is divorcing him and accusing him of adultery. She has political aspirations of her own.

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‘This Is Nuts.’ An OpenAI Insider Explains Why He Quit.

David Robinson, who wrote OpenAI’s safety protocols, resigned last week over safety concerns.

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Airfares Have Spiked. Is the Death of Spirit Airlines to Blame?

In the wake of the ultra-low-cost carrier’s closure, and with the cost of fuel and labor rising, domestic fares have become less competitive. But there are ways to parry higher prices.

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Ukraine Claws Back Land in the Donbas, Thwarting a Russian Push

Moscow says its capture of the region is inevitable. But Kyiv has so far stymied Russian efforts to encircle Ukrainian “fortress belt” cities.

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Dispelling the Myth of Cormac McCarthy as Cowboy-Artist

The first biography of the elusive novelist shows how little the lore ever told us about the man — or his art.

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Bondage Photos Weren’t Part of the Campaign Plan

But Chris Gallant, a Black Hawk pilot and Democrat who is running to represent Long Island in Congress, is making the most of life post-tabloid reveal.

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Beach in Guam: Supreme Court Considers if Military Can Explode Bombs in This Habitat

The Supreme Court will hear arguments over whether the U.S. Air Force can keep destroying munitions on a beach in Guam, a practice it began in 1982.

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Inheritances Can Shatter Families. Could a Therapist Help?

As the country faces the greatest wealth transfer in history, some people are turning to therapists to help them pass on their assets in a way that preserves harmony.

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Porsche, Facing Falling Profits, Plans to Cut 25% of Its Work Force

The German sports car maker once thrived in China and powered profits for its parent company, Volkswagen. Now it hopes to do more with less.

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Why Are France’s Students Protesting?

Demonstrations for a better-funded education system have led to blockaded schools, thousands of arrests and a national political reckoning.

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Jimmy Kimmel Shames Trump for Suggesting Iran Could Bomb California

“You know what? I’m going to report him to the F.C.C.,” Kimmel said.

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Putin’s Dangerous Game in Europe

Vladimir Putin wants Europe to turn off its support to Ukraine, and he’s becoming more blatant in his warnings.

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