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Backed by Trump, Opposed by Putin, and Fighting for His Political Life
Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan of Armenia is seeking re-election as his country weighs questions of war and peace, of autocracy and democracy, and of subjugation and independence.
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The Priests Revered in the Land of Five Genders
The bissus of South Sulawesi are considered a link between the earthly and celestial because they are thought to embody both male and female traits.
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Former Prince Andrew Sublet Cottages on Royal Property Where He Lived Rent-Free
Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor received income from renting out three cottages at Royal Lodge, where he paid no rent himself, a British public spending watchdog found.
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Refik Anadol’s Dataland: You Feel the A.I. Art, and It Feels You Back
A look inside Dataland in Los Angeles, dedicated entirely to A.I.-generated art. Refik Anadol, its founder, says it’s for human dreamers. Will critics be convinced?
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Leaks on Space Station Lead Astronauts to Briefly Seek Shelter in Spacecraft
Russian astronauts prepared to make repairs on Friday morning, but after an hour and a half, officials decided no urgent action was needed.
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When Jeffrey Epstein Needed Favors, This Restaurant Mogul Was There
Stephen Hanson, whose empire included Blue Water Grill and Ruby Foo’s, was a devoted friend and wingman who helped manage and entertain the women in Epstein’s orbit.
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Tom Colicchio Will Close Craft, His Flagship Restaurant, After 25 Years
The chef and judge on “Top Chef” said that running a restaurant in New York — and the clientele — had changed in the last couple of years.
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We’ve Got Stars for Border Town, Barker and More
Our latest batch of reviews includes a Norteño-style burritos spot in Greenpoint, a daytime cafe in Bed-Stuy and a versatile Chinese restaurant in Prospect Heights
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The Secret to the Best Strawberry Rhubarb Pie
Strawberry-rhubarb pie tastes best this time of year, especially when it’s made by hand.
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These 8 recipes show why you should smash your food
For better texture and flavor, give burgers, potatoes and beets the smash treatment.