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Here’s a Guide to the Midterm Sprint
We break down the state of the race.
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Congress Clears Russia Sanctions Bill, Sending It to Trump
The bipartisan measure targets financing for Russia’s war against Ukraine as attacks intensify. It passed the House over the objections of Democrats who opposed handing President Trump new tariff powers.
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How to Use AI to Plan a Trip: Better Prompts for Travel Recommendations
Generic questions get generic answers, experts say, so to avoid mediocre recommendations, you’ll need to write smarter prompts. Follow these tips.
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Hiking With Reindeer on the Kungsleden Trail, Sweden’s Royal Arctic Road
On a hike along the Kungsleden Trail, or “king’s trail,” in Swedish Lapland, a writer encounters majestic animals, challenging terrain and communal moments of sheer wonder.
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Mark Zuckerberg Takes Aim at Anthropic in Debate Over A.I. Slowdown
On social media, Meta’s chief executive appeared to jab at Anthropic by saying that leading A.I. labs should be focused on safety rather than improving their own technology.
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In Silicon Valley, Hardware Is Having a Moment Again
As A.I. transforms the technology industry, venture capital is flowing into “deep tech” start-ups that build robots and semiconductors.
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Global Oil Prices Could Hit Highest Levels in Months After Saudi Pipeline Attacks
Estimates vary on how long it could take before a crucial pipeline is repaired, but a prolonged shutdown could push oil prices to their highest levels in months.
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Toronto International Film Festival Tries Adding a Market
Long known as an Oscar launchpad, TIFF is hoping a new market can expand its reputation and its finances without changing its spirit.
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Fed Meeting Will Test Central Bank’s Credibility With Bond Investors
If the Fed opts against raising interest rates on Wednesday, investors will probably increase their forecasts for inflation, injecting new turmoil into the government bond market.
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A ‘Shark’ of a Business Editor Steps Down
Ellen Pollock, who has spent nearly a decade in charge of the Business desk of The Times, is ready for a new challenge.