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Hemmed In by the Hard Right, Johnson Again Turns to Democrats for Votes
The House speaker is trying to get a short-term spending agreement passed despite opposition from some conservative members of his own party.
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Ted Cruz Is Again Fighting for Political Survival in Texas
The fiery senator, who was nearly unseated in 2018, has been trying to rebrand himself in a close race against a Democratic congressman and former N.F.L. player, Colin Allred.
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Baldwin, With Shapiro in Tow, Looks For ‘Trump-Tammy Voters’ in Wisconsin
The Democratic senator, who is seeking a third term in a politically competitive state, rallied with the Pennsylvania governor, who has a track record of appealing to voters in rural, conservative-leaning areas.
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5 Colorful Fall Trips To Inspire Your Own
Among our favorite leaf-peeping road trips: A New Hampshire drive that avoids the state’s most crowded spots and a journey on the Blue Ridge Parkway, complete with ideas on where to get out of the car.
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In New Orleans, a ‘Black Beach’ Is Being Rescued From the Ruins
During segregation, Lincoln Beach was the only place on Lake Pontchartrain where Black people were allowed to swim. Now, after years of neglect and the intervention of local volunteers, it’s on the edge of revival.
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Restaurant Portions Are About to Get Smaller. Are Americans Ready?
The towering burger and ballooning bagel have withstood public health campaigns, but a new movement to shrink servings is finally gaining traction.
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Spurned by Social Media, Publishers Chase Readers on WhatsApp
News outlets are experimenting with a feature in the world’s most popular messaging app that allows them to send links and headlines directly to followers.
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An East Coast Port Strike Could Shake the Economy
Businesses are preparing for a strike by dockworkers on the East and Gulf Coasts, which could begin Oct. 1 if negotiations don’t yield a new contract.
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Rebecca Lobo Helped Build the WNBA. Now She’s Seeing It Flourish.
Lobo, one of the W.N.B.A.’s first stars, will now be broadcasting perhaps the most anticipated postseason in league history.
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China Is Striking Deals to Cement Its Role as Asia’s Trade Hub
Beijing’s leaders are working with regional neighbors on the country’s western, northern and southern borders to develop new rail and sea links.