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Trump Praises Tariffs, and William McKinley, to Power Brokers
In an address about the kind of economy he hopes to build for the 21st century, the former president harked back to the end of another century: the 19th.
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Larry Ellison Will Control Paramount After Skydance Merger
An F.C.C. filing shows that companies affiliated with Mr. Ellison will own most of the voting interest currently held by Shari Redstone.
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When Gambia Banned Female Genital Cutting, a Defiant 96-Year-Old Resisted
Yassin Fatty, a traditional practitioner of female genital cutting in the West African nation of Gambia, became the first to be convicted there. But her case led to a backlash and a popular campaign to make it legal again.
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Russian Military Intelligence Members Indicted Over Ukraine Cyberattack
The indictment unsealed on Thursday comes as the United States expands its hunt for Russia’s most elite cyberwarriors.
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Ugandan Olympic marathon runner Rebecca Cheptegei dies after being set on fire
In Kenya, a former Ugandan Olympic marathon runner Rebecca Cheptegei has died days after being set on fire by her former partner.
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FIFPRO: Haaland's machine start proves rest value
A FIFPRO report has found that top-level footballers are under increasing "mental stress" due to fixture workload, with Erling Haaland's "machine-like" start to the season with Manchester City proving the need for a prolonged period of rest.
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Rodgers expects 'greatness' in comeback season
Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers on Thursday proclaimed himself ready for his comeback season in 2024.
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Doping agency asks to test 2 dead Norway players
Norway's men's team received a visit from the country's anti-doping agency this week, but while this is a usual occurrence in football, what made this instance remarkable was the players they asked to test.
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The State Wanted Hotels and Golf Courses in Florida Parks. Floridians Revolted.
Faced with intense bipartisan opposition, Gov. Ron DeSantis shelved the plan. It was a rare policy setback for a leader used to getting his way.
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China offers money and jobs to African nations at this week's summit in Beijing
In Beijing, Chinese president Xi Jinping promised African leaders money and jobs as China continues to expand its influence in Africa
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Seeing a Changed Bangladesh from a Double-Decker Bus
Last month in Bangladesh, street protests grew into a movement that eventually ended the rule of the autocratic prime minister. Now the country is picking up the pieces and charting a new way forward. We board a double-decker bus in Bangladesh's capital, Dhaka, to talk to Bangladeshis about the future.
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Israeli Raids Become a Near-Daily Reality for Many Palestinians
As an Israeli offensive against Palestinian militant groups stretched to a 10th day, residents said many people were trapped in their homes out of fear.
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Ugandan runner dies due to burns from attack
Ugandan runner Rebecca Cheptegei, who was being treated after sustaining 80% burns on her body due to an attack by her partner, has died.
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Giants, Chapman reach 6-year, $151M extension
The Giants and third baseman Matt Chapman agreed to a six-year contract extension worth $151 million, the team announced.
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DC among those killed in Apalachee HS shooting
Richard Aspinwall, the defensive coordinator of the Apalachee High School football team, was among the four people killed Wednesday.
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In Los Angeles, a Heat Wave Puts Woodland Hills in the Spotlight
Woodland Hills has become the poster child for sweltering temperatures in the Los Angeles area, a mere 15 miles from the Pacific Ocean.
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Macron Names Michel Barnier to Be French Prime Minister, Breaking Impasse
The president’s choice of Michel Barnier, after an extraordinary delay, inflamed opponents on the left who came out on top in an inconclusive election.
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Dismissing Kursk, Putin Says Ukraine’s East Is Russia’s Main Goal
Dismissing Ukraine’s recent invasion of Kursk, the Russian leader said Kyiv made a mistake in trying to force Moscow to divert its forces from the Donbas region.
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The Electric Vehicle Future Is Coming. Just a Little More Slowly.
Though large automakers are delaying their plans to introduce new all-electric models, the E.V. industry is still the future, experts say.
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U.S. Charges American Commentator Who Works for Russian State TV
Dimitri K. Simes, who was an adviser to Donald J. Trump’s first campaign, and his wife, Anastasia Simes, are accused of violating U.S. sanctions.
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