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President Trump directed staff to use taxpayer money for TV ads praising him and his presidency, setting in motion a $20 million contract that used funds from the Department of Homeland Security, according to people familiar with the matter. nyti.ms/4jBqx63

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In @nytopinion.nytimes.com “The Chinese state has enormous power to steer the economy and shape public life. What it cannot simply command back into existence is good will between its citizens,” writes Helen Gao from Beijing.

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Breaking News: A judge halted border wall construction across the Big Bend region in Texas, a project that has faced fierce local opposition.

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The violent attack by a co-pilot on a FlyDubai plane this week raised questions about the background checks and health screenings that most commercial airline pilots must undergo.

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Here are *your* 100 Best TV Shows of the 21st Century. See the full list.

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The investigation into a former Cornell University student’s rape allegation has renewed a conversation about the difficulty in achieving justice in such cases. Prosecuting sex crimes presents challenges, and a potential prosecution of the Cornell students could face hurdles, legal experts say.

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The execution team went through at least seven needles trying to find a vein suitable for delivering doses of a lethal drug to Tennessee inmate Christa Pike, her lawyers said. Medical experts explain the possibilities of how she survived.

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We've tested more than 60 umbrellas in the decade we've been reviewing them. An important factor in our testing is how well they perform on a windy day. These are the best umbrellas: nyti.ms/4yoxwDX

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All American children will be automatically enrolled in Trump accounts for investing in the stock market, the Treasury Department announced. Use this calculator to estimate which account would be worth the most when a child turns 18, if parents start investing now.

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In @nytopinion.nytimes.com “We had a stale message and outdated models for delivering it. It cost Mr. Biden,” writes Karine Jean-Pierre, a former White House press secretary. “President Trump is now making a mistake even more damaging.”

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Breaking News: Christa Pike was unconscious and on a ventilator in a Nashville hospital as of Thursday evening, a day after surviving a failed execution attempt, her lawyers said in a court filing.

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After a co-pilot stabbed the captain on the flight from Dubai to Tel Aviv, two pilots who were seated in the cabin took control and safely landed the plane in Saudi Arabia. We spoke to experts about some of the possible reasons why the extra pilots were on board.

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Portland, the dining capital of the Pacific Northwest, remains one of America’s great culinary cities. We just updated our list of the best restaurants in Portland, Oregon. nyti.ms/4hsdLWb

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Tennessee’s failed attempt to execute Christa Pike has intensified bipartisan concerns about the state’s ability to effectively carry out lethal injections. Public support for capital punishment has faltered across the U.S., and the drugs needed for lethal injections have become harder to obtain.

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Michael Goessling’s first phone call with his biological father five decades after he was adopted brought a shock: He was speaking to Michael McDonald of the Doobie Brothers.

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From @theathletic.com: The NFL has suspended 49ers owner Jed York for six regular-season games and fined him $500,000 for violating the personal-conduct policy following his August arrest in an Ohio prostitution sting. nyti.ms/4ASjWuv

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Did you follow the news this week? Take our quiz to see how well you stack up with other New York Times readers.

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Whether you’re feeling under the weather or just want a hot and slurpable meal, these healthy soups and stews will warm you from top to toe. nyti.ms/4rGyR6z

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The New York Times and @postandcourier.bsky.social are examining the business of short-term lending in South Carolina. If you or someone you know is a borrower who has taken out installment, payday or title loans, or you work for a company that offers them, please fill out the form in this article.

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In @nytopinion.nytimes.com “For all the concern about the technology, we need A.I. to deliver,” writes Steve Rattner. In six charts, he shows how higher productivity through A.I. can reduce inequality and the federal deficit, and fund needed public services.

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A scrappy science project conducted in a makeshift lab in North Carolina led to a significant discovery: two new species of a rare organism that could offer a window into a fundamental transition in the history of life on our planet. nyti.ms/4rK5MHC

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The accounts of the Chi Phi members accused in the Cornell sexual assault case frequently contradicted each other and generally ran counter to Jane Doe's statements in 2024, documents found. The majority said they did not think the woman appeared intoxicated, and all the men denied any wrongdoing.

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According to reviews, this set of IKEA pots and pans is seemingly indestructible and capable of lasting nearly two decades — for just $100. Wirecutter decided to see if this potential dupe could stack up against our buy-it-for-life recommendation. nyti.ms/4z7NHp9

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Breaking News from @theathletic.com: Tony Romo is leaving CBS Sports two months after the NFL analyst was arrested on intoxicated driving charges.

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Carmel-by-the-Sea, a small California coastal city, reluctantly adopted address numbers this summer to meet emergency response needs. For more than a century prior, the town went without street addresses.

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Breaking News: A top Republican super PAC pulled money from the North Carolina Senate race, signaling the party no longer sees a path to winning the state. At the same time, the super PAC is diverting money to Kansas, which has become a growing concern for Republicans.

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