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Scientists Begin Testing Bird Flu Vaccine in Seals
If the results are promising, veterinarians hope to give the shots to wild Hawaiian monk seals, which are endangered.
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The Stakes of the Murdoch Family’s Peace Deal
A new accord ends a bitter power struggle and gives Rupert Murdoch’s elder son control of the family’s media empire.
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The Forces Behind Nepal’s Explosive Gen Z Protests: What to Know
It was a recent ban on social media that brought young people to the streets, but they came filled with grievances that have built up over years.
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The Starbucks C.E.O. Trying Hard to Deliver Your Drink Right, and Fast
Improved service, better seating and heartfelt messages are at the heart of Brian Niccol’s turnaround plan, but baristas say they’re under pressure.
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Who Is Lachlan Murdoch, the Media Prince Who Would Be King
A new deal gives him control of his family’s media empire, including Fox News, for probably decades to come.
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Nvidia Accuses Rivals of Being A.I. Doomers as US Debates Sale of Chips to China
Rankling national security experts, the chipmaker has stepped up attacks on lawmakers who are pushing restrictions.
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Mamdani Leads Cuomo Head-to-Head, With a Turnout Twist
The Times/Siena poll shows Mamdani would have an edge among likely voters, but Cuomo would lead among all registered voters.
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James Talarico Joins Senate Campaign in Texas
State Representative James Talarico, who is studying to become a Presbyterian pastor, has sparred with Fox News hosts and bantered with Joe Rogan. Now he wants Senator John Cornyn’s seat.
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Trump Administration Quietly Seeks to Build National Voter Roll Using State Data
In a quest to bolster a long-running claim from President Trump concerning undocumented immigrants illegally voting, the Justice Department is seeking detailed voter roll data from over 30 states.
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Thune Moves to Speed Trump Nominees Past Democratic Blockade
Republicans said the maneuver to change the Senate’s rules, the latest step that would weaken the filibuster, was necessary to overcome Democratic obstruction of President Trump’s nominees.