Pentagon Data Shows High Suicide Rates Among Troops Exposed to Blasts

A military report on suicide rates broken down by occupation finds the highest rates among categories of troops that often work and train around weapons blasts.

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Missouri Man Is Freed After 1991 Murder Conviction Is Overturned

Christopher Dunn, who spent more than three decades in prison, was released one week after the Missouri attorney general blocked a judge’s order for his immediate release.

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Israel’s Five Wars

Whatever comes next in Lebanon is a piece in a much larger battle.

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Energy Companies Turn to Robots to Install Solar Panels

Energy companies say a labor shortage is one big obstacle to installing more solar power. They’re turning to machines to speed things up.

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'Fire devils' spotted as California fire doubles in size

Firefighters battle a growing wildfire, the largest blaze in California this year.

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Fatal Police Shooting of Woman in New Jersey Is Under Investigation

A woman was shot to death by a police officer responding to a report of a mental health crisis in Fort Lee, N.J., early Sunday morning.

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Edna O’Brien: An Appreciation

Her fiction delivered searing, candid portraits of Irish society through the prism of female friendship.

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A Village’s Anguish Over 12 Children Lost to a Rocket Strike

A stunned hush of collective mourning fell over Majdal Shams, in the Israeli-controlled Golan Heights, after the attack from Lebanon.

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As Park Fire Spreads in California, Some Residents Defy Evacuation Orders

In Butte County, Calif., some defied evacuation orders so they could protect their property from the fire that has quickly become the state’s largest this year.

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Memecoins, Cryptocurrencies Based on Internet Memes, Roar Back

One of the wildest, most scam-ridden corners of the cryptocurrency industry — memecoins, which are rooted in internet memes — has roared back.

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Three Members of the Nelons Gospel Group Are Killed in a Plane Crash

The band members were traveling on Friday to a performance when their plane crashed in Wyoming. Four others on board were killed.

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Andrew Left, Prominent Short Seller, Accused of Fraud in Multiyear Scheme

Federal authorities filed charges against Andrew Left, founder of Citron Research, who they said made at least $16 million from a multiyear scheme to manipulate market prices.

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Weinstein in hospital with Covid and double pneumonia

Disgraced film producer moved from New York prison cell, where he is serving a 23-year jail term for rape and sexual assault.

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They Got a Mysterious $24,000 Water Bill. Then the Shut-Off Notice Came.

A federal lawsuit accuses New York City of defying state and city regulations meant to protect vulnerable homeowners from losing water service.

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Jeffrey Katzenberg: Joe Biden Left Us in Good Hands with Kamala Harris

On Sunday, the president selflessly let go of the reins but not before ensuring we were in good hands.

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They Were Hotshot Real Estate Agents. Some Women Say They Were Predators.

Tal and Oren Alexander, who had lifestyles as flashy as their real estate deals, are now accused of a string of sexual assaults.

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Sewage Spill Temporarily Closes Two Los Angeles Beaches

An estimated 15,000 gallons of sewage spilled into a creek this weekend, closing Venice and Dockweiler State Beaches, officials said. But on Tuesday morning, locals stuck to their beach routines.

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An Unbending Leader’s Crackdown Rains Carnage on Bangladesh

Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina’s deadly response to student-led protests has grown into the biggest challenge ever to her dominance.

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The Secret Service Has Failed Americans Since the Trump Shooting

Conspiracy theorists have been able to fill the information void with their own versions of the truth.

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Senator Bob Menendez to quit after bribery conviction

Democrat had resisted calls to quit for accepting gifts, including gold bars, to aid foreign states.

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Kamala Harris: From prosecutor to possible president

The vice-president is vying for the Democrats' presidential nomination after Joe Biden left the race.

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Trial Set to Start Next Year in Bombing of U.S.S. Cole

The judge reserved a courtroom for fall 2025. Seventeen U.S. sailors were killed in the bombing, which was a precursor to the 9/11 terrorist attacks.

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Biden's legacy of accomplishment is unmatched - Harris

The US Vice-President praised Joe Biden's track record as US president.

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US President Joe Biden says it has been 'greatest honour' to serve as he ends campaign

He said standing down was "in the best interests of my party and the country".

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Couple found dead after trying to cross Atlantic

Sarah Packwood and husband Brett Clibbery had set off from Nova Scotia and were heading for the Azores on their yacht, Theros

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Prime sued in trademark case by US Olympic committee

The drink is accused of using US Olympic trademarks without an agreement.

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Being the Green Bay Packers’ CEO Is Complicated. A Sense of Humor Helps.

In the N.F.L., being the chief executive of a publicly owned, nonprofit franchise is a singular job. Mark Murphy has been doing it for 17 years.

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The White House Has a Plan to Slash Plastic Use in the U.S.

The government said it would phase out its purchases of single-use plastics, a significant step because it is the biggest buyer of consumer goods in the world.

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Donald Trump’s supporters saw two sides of him. Which one might govern?

Looking back at the Republican National Convention offers some clues, says Anthony Zurcher.

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Republicans Have Muffled Trump’s Election Lies at the R.N.C. Here’s Why.

The conspiracy theories about fraud in the 2020 election have largely been absent in prime time. But false claims about elections are still circulating.

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UFC boss to promote Trump's 'fighter' image at RNC finale

Dana White and the ex-president have grown ever closer since their first business deal in 2001.

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Renauld White, Debonair Model Who Broke Barriers, Dies at 80

The first Black American model to appear on the cover of GQ magazine, he was an avatar of male beauty for nearly half a century.

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Britain Approves Lab-Grown Meat for Pet Food

British dogs and cats are set to become the first animals in Europe to chow down on meat cultivated from chicken cells.

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Joe Bryant, Basketball Player and Kobe’s Father, Dies at 69

A forward known as Jellybean, he played in the United States and Europe.

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A.C.L.U.’s Legal Director to Step Down After Eight Turbulent Years

As the Supreme Court veered to the right, David D. Cole oversaw hundreds of lawsuits against the Trump administration and helped secure more wins than losses before the justices.

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Sizzling Day in North Dakota? Lately, Amid Widespread Heat, It’s No Surprise.

At a county fair near Fargo, many residents shrugged off the heat, at least for one day.

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The Search for Tulsa Massacre Victims Finally Reveals a Name

In 1921, an Army veteran who was traveling home stopped in Tulsa, Okla., only to be caught in one of the worst racial attacks in American history.

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The Response to Violence Should Not Be a Media Blame Game

Conspiracy mindsets go well beyond news organizations or political parties.

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Delta Flight Attendants With Palestinian Pins Prompts Uniform Policy Change

A social media post showing two flight attendants wearing the pins drew criticism and prompted Delta to say that only U.S. flag pins would be permitted.

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Israel Launches Major Attack Against a Senior Hamas Commander

The target, Muhammad Deif, was an architect of the Oct. 7 attacks and has been the object of repeated Israeli assassination attempts over decades.

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Some of Dr. Ruth’s Most Memorable Moments

After rising to fame in the 1980s, Ruth Westheimer, known as Dr. Ruth, mingled with celebrities, wrote dozens of books and was named as New York’s “loneliness ambassador.”

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A Senator’s Fate Is in a Jury’s Hands

Senator Robert Menendez is charged with 16 separate crimes, including bribery, obstructing justice and acting as an agent of a foreign government.

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‘Inside Out 2’ Passes $1.25 Billion Mark and Pixar’s Biggest Movie Ever

The animated film about a young teenage girl and her complex emotions has passed the $1.25 billion mark globally and is expected to keep growing.

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Who are the Democrats calling time on Joe Biden?

A growing number of politicians, donors and party members are urging the 81-year-old to end his re-election bid.

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Menendez’s Lawyer Tells Jury That Bribery Case Is ‘Painfully Thin’

Senator Robert Menendez’s lawyers finished a six-hour closing statement on Wednesday afternoon.

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Three West African Countries Exit Regional ECOWAS Bloc

Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger are withdrawing from a 49-year-old regional alliance that has allowed goods and nearly 400 million people to travel freely across a tightly connected region.

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How Canada became a car theft capital of the world

From installing bollards to hiring private security, fed up Canadians are trying new ways to safeguard their cars.

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Russian Court Orders Arrest of Navalny’s Widow, Yulia Navalnaya

The court accused Ms. Navalnaya, who left Russia in 2021, of “participating in an extremist community.” She would be subject to arrest if she ever returns to Russia, the court said.

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Prosecutors Will Seek to Indict Weinstein on New Sex Crimes Charges

The Manhattan district attorney’s office said it was “actively pursuing” a fresh prosecution against the disgraced movie producer. Prosecutors projected a fall trial.

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Alec Baldwin Appears in Court as Judge Rules on Upcoming ‘Rust’ Trial

The actor is set to stand trial this week on a charge of involuntary manslaughter for his role in the fatal shooting of a cinematographer. He has pleaded not guilty.

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Nobel laureate Alice Munro's daughter reveals family secret of abuse

Andrea Skinner said her step-father began sexually abusing her at age 9 and Munro stayed with him after she learned of it.

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Who’s Running Against Mayor Adams? The Answer May Shape Other Key Races.

New York City officials, including the comptroller, Brad Lander, are weighing whether to challenge Eric Adams, potentially creating openings in other races.

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Bob's Burgers actor pleads guilty over Capitol riot

Jay Johnston joins more than 800 others who have pleaded guilty in connection with the 2021 attack.

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Democrats weigh risks and rewards of losing Biden

Concern over Mr Biden's re-election effort has reached fever pitch. Is there a better option?

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France Could Be Headed for Political Gridlock After Election

Experts said the country could be headed for months of political instability, with the National Assembly divided into three major blocs that appear unable to work with the others.

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A Perfect Peach Pie That’s ‘Better Than My Mom’s

A five-star, reader-favorite recipe for the queen of summer stone fruits.

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$235,000 Settlement Is Reached in Police Raid of Marion County Record

A former reporter of The Marion County Record has settled a lawsuit following a raid on the weekly newspaper last year that garnered widespread attention.

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Biden's interview fails to quell Democrats' concerns about his fitness

A day after the interview, a fifth Democratic member of Congress has called on him to end his bid for re-election.

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Does America Need a President?

Why subordinates or the “deep state” can’t substitute for a vacuum at the top.

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Hurricane Beryl Cuts New Path Through Caribbean, Heading for Mexico

Parts of Jamaica were badly damaged, but its prime minister said it could have been far worse. The storm was on its way to Mexico.

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Nathan's Hot Dog Eating contest crowns new winners

In an annual tradition, thousands gathered to watch the famous 4 July hot dog eating contest on Coney Island.

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What Is Aphelion? Earth Reaches Its Greatest Distance From the Sun on Friday

Earth whirls around the sun in an ellipse, rather than a circle. On Friday the planet will reach its farthest point from its star, known as aphelion.

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Why It’s So Hard to Walk Away From Power

There’s a name for the dilemma that Joe Biden finds himself in.

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Netflix and Amazon Drive Bump in TV Show Market

Netflix and Amazon are driving a small bump in the market for TV shows after a major slowdown.

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Swedish Grandparents Can Be Paid to Babysit Under New Law

The Nordic country’s generous social services system now allows parents to transfer a portion of paid leave days to other non-parent caregivers.

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One Neighborhood’s ‘Bizarre Culture War’ Over Bike Lanes

A kerfuffle erupts over sharing the street in Queens, New York, where new bike lanes have replaced some parking spaces in residential areas.

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Mistrial for Karen Read, US woman accused of boyfriend's murder

She had denied running over the police officer outside a house party one wintry night two years ago.

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