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More than half of Americans live in places where recreational marijuana is legal
There are 24 states in the U.S. that have legalized the recreational use of marijuana.
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Another election, another sign the GOP could win with normie candidates
The pattern is clear. If only they could nominate more of them.
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The End of Panda Diplomacy?
The giant pandas have left Washington. Some fans find it unbearable.
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Elections Offer Respite for Biden, but Show Disparity Between Him and His Party
Tuesday’s results were a win for the president after demoralizing poll numbers. But some strategists argue the outcomes show only that Democrats are doing well, not necessarily the president.
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Here are five things to watch in the debate tonight.
Can Nikki Haley build on her momentum? Will Ron DeSantis go on offense? Is anyone still watching? Here’s what to look for at the Republican debate.
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Candidates Circle Each Other on Israel Ahead of G.O.P. Debate
Israel’s war in Gaza has become a major focus of the 2024 Republican presidential race. Lisa Lerer reports on how that’s likely to play out at the next debate.
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Blinken Says Palestinian Authority Could Lead Gaza After War
The United States is under growing pressure to use its leverage to push for sustainable, long-term goals in the region and minimize civilian casualties in Gaza.
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A Cook’s Tour of the Tokyo Food Scene
Taking a cooking class in the Japanese capital adds layers to an exploration of the city’s abundant supply of restaurants, from a pricey kaiseki spot to a chain noodle joint.
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How to Be a High-functioning Introvert in a World Thatvalues Extroverts
When the world values extroverts, it can be hard to be a high-functioning introvert. You may feel like you don’t fit in or that you’re not as good as everyone else. But the truth is, you have just as much to offer as anyone else. You just have to learn to work with your introverted…
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Marina Bay Sands (MBS) got hacked 665,000 Customer records stolen
The Singapore-based luxury complex Marina Bay Sands revealed it was hit by a security incident that exposed the personal data of 665,000 customers. According to a statement published by the resort, the incident occurred on October 19-20 and involved unauthorized third-party access to its non-casino customers’ loyalty program membership data. The leaked data included personally…