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In L.A., a Former Ally of Mayor Bass Is Expected to Run Against Her
The former supporter, Austin Beutner, who once led the city’s public schools as superintendent, is expected to challenge Ms. Bass’s re-election bid in next year’s mayoral race.
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Appeals Court Allows Federalized National Guard, But Leaves Block on Chicago Deployment in Place
An appeals court said National Guard troops could remain under the Trump administration’s control, but left in place an earlier temporary ruling barring troops from deploying into the Chicago area as a legal fight proceeds.
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Among Portland Protests, It’s Frogs and Sharks and Bears, Oh My!
Images of anarchists clad in black gave the city a bad name in 2020. Now, demonstrators in Portland are poking fun at President Trump’s apocalyptic talk with colorful animal suits.
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Trump Says He Will Pay Troops Despite Government Shutdown
The president said he had identified funds even though Congress has not appropriated new money for the military.
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Trump Administration Will Rehire Scores of Experts Fired in Error
Friday’s layoffs swept up scientists involved in responding to the measles outbreak and running an influential journal. An official acknowledged the mistakes on Saturday.
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Searching for Meaning in the Gold Rally
The price of gold often rises during periods of economic turmoil. This time around, bond markets are stable and stocks are at record highs. So what gives?
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How Churners Earn Money By Regularly Signing Up for Credit Cards
A growing number of Americans are making thousands by exploiting credit card reward offers.
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The N.B.A. Returns to China After Six Years
The N.B.A, returns to China this week, after a hiatus sparked by a controversial 2019 tweet. In Macau, New York Times business reporter Tania Ganguli reveals the behind-the-scenes stakeholders who orchestrated the league’s return.
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China Flexed. Trump Hit Back. So Much for the Thaw.
Beijing’s trade curbs and President Trump’s tariff threats show how quickly calm can give way to confrontation between the two largest economies.
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How China Powers Its Electric Cars and High-Speed Trains
China is building a network of ultrahigh-voltage power lines to carry solar and wind energy hundreds and even thousands of miles as few citizens dare to protest.