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Miss Manners: Miss Manners: Gag gift falls flat
Friends got married and said no gifts. The letter writer got them a gag gift anyway.
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Carolyn Hax: Is it weird to ask other people to care about you?
How do you balance asking for what you need in relationships and accepting that people are who they are?
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Mexican taquería’s new Michelin star puts street eats on par with gourmet food
Taquería El Califa de León is the first Mexican taco stand to receive a Michelin star — a recognition some foodies said is long overdue.
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‘Never Trump?’ ‘Never Biden’ voters might loom larger.
Biden’s ceiling of support is actually lower than Trump’s right now. It’s a stark reversal from 2020 — with major implications.
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What science tells us about Biden, Trump and evaluating an aging brain
The 2024 presidential race has been dominated by allegations of mental decline. Scientists and doctors offer cautionary notes.
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They used to be protesters. Now, they’re the ones making the laws.
We interviewed nine members of Congress about their experiences as activists and how it’s informed their approach as lawmakers.
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In His Beloved Philadelphia, Biden Faces Wariness From Black Voters
Even in the president’s favorite political stomping ground, his standing has slipped with Democrats who will be vital to a repeat victory, interviews with nearly two dozen Black voters showed.
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Texas Family Finally Learns Fate of Man Held in Syria
Majd Kamalmaz disappeared in Syria in early 2017. American officials recently disclosed to his family that they had intelligence indicating that he was dead.
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Trump Has Long Prized Certain Tactics. His Trial Has Highlighted Them.
The former president’s criminal trial has underscored what he values: loyalty, beauty, press coverage and using allies as bullies.
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Exploring the Unseen The Rise of Virtual Reality in the Film Industry
Virtual reality (VR) has come a long way since its inception in the 1960s. What started as a niche technology for military training and flight simulation has now become a mainstream form of entertainment. From gaming to education, VR has made its way into various industries, including the film industry. With the advancements in technology…