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In the Third Season of “The Diplomat,” It’s All Upsides and Distances, Darling
Season 3 of “The Diplomat,” Debora Cahn’s feast of political intrigue and personal drama, has landed on Netflix. If you thought the last two seasons were a headrush, you’re “read in” and ready. But before we jump into this cross-pollination of Sorkin-esque walk-and-talks and Rhimes-ian emotional bombshells, let’s get you caught up on the world-shaking…
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Armed With Anemones: How Some Young Fish Survive in the Sea
Photos taken by blackwater divers offered a new glimpse into the early life stages of marine fishes and their interactions with other animals.
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How Cedric Grolet, an Internet-Famous Pastry Chef, Built a Dessert Empire
Cedric Grolet has built a dessert empire in just a few short years. Crowds are already swarming his new chocolate shop in Paris.
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3 Quick, Easy Pasta Recipes You Should Memorize
Effortless, speedy and creative, these pantry pastas turn weeknights into a party.
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Standing Up for the Beauty of a Good Bloody Mary
It’s scorned for its association with brunch and its ridiculous garnishes, and bartenders often are reluctant to mix one. But a good Bloody Mary is great.
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Renting a San Francisco Apartment in the A.I. Boom? Good Luck.
The artificial intelligence gold rush has pushed San Francisco’s residential rents up by the most in the nation, as A.I. companies lease apartments and offer rent stipends to employees.
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Susan Stamberg, Longtime Mainstay of NPR, Dies at 87
In 1972 she became the first woman to anchor a national evening news broadcast. She retired this summer after 50 years on the air.
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Trump Moves to Pay Some ICE and TSA Agents During Shutdown
The moves marked President Trump’s latest effort to pay some federal workers even though Congress has not approved a spending deal.
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Hacked Airport P.A. Systems Broadcast Anti-Trump and Pro-Hamas Messages
The hacks at four North American airports raised fresh concerns over the security of noncritical but highly visible airport infrastructure. The airports said the disruption was minimal.
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Brash Investor in Global Soccer Clubs Is Charged With Fraud
Josh Wander, a Miami businessman, drew scrutiny after buying soccer teams on three continents through 777 Partners, which collapsed after facing spiraling accusations of wrongdoing.