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John F. Burns, a longtime foreign correspondent for The New York Times who won two Pulitzer Prizes, died on Thursday. Here is some of his reporting from around the world, written over a 40-year career.

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In @nytopinion.nytimes.com When did movies get so stressed out? The critic Zach Schonfeld looks at anxiety cinema: “America is in fight-or-flight mode, with a thousand threats and crises materializing every day. Now we’re seeking out that feeling as entertainment, too.”

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Breaking News: A federal judge blocked the Justice Department’s subpoenas of Jerome Powell, stymying its criminal investigation of him.

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"'Your garden is under siege' might sound dramatic, but when left unchecked, weeds can turn your oasis into an unkempt neighborhood eyesore." One Wirecutter staffer swears this tool changed his (gardening) life. nyti.ms/4bobLKs

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Strands is a word search with a unique twist. Can you uncover the theme? Play here: trib.al/DQNPBdz

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Growing up in Los Angeles, Maggie Gyllenhaal and Jake Gyllenhaal would sometimes come home to a flurry of baked goods, baked by their mother, the screenwriter Naomi Foner. The Hollywood siblings shared one of their beloved family recipes: Banana bread. nyti.ms/46TlEyo

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The man who rammed his truck into a Michigan synagogue on Thursday had four family members who were killed in an airstrike in Lebanon the week before, a Lebanese official and a Michigan imam said.

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From @theathletic.com: Mike Krzyzewski, better known as Coach K, kept more than 5,000 practice plans over his career. The one he shared with our reporter shows how preparation, habits and leadership shaped one of basketball’s greatest coaches. nyti.ms/4dlWuMB

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The acclaimed restaurant Noma had the power and influence to remake restaurant culture, our chief restaurant critic Tejal Rao writes. “Instead, we’ve learned that Noma perpetuated the darkest parts of the restaurant industry and played out the violent, regressive clichés of the chef-auteur.”

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In @nytopinion.nytimes.com “The death penalty is both unavoidably flawed and unworthy of a decent society,” the editorial board writes. As long as it exists, it will “be used against people who are poor, mentally disabled or otherwise vulnerable.”

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From @theathletic.com: The Olympic figure skating champion Alysa Liu hails from Oakland’s proud Chinese community. She is the collision of Bay Area swagger and traditional Chinese values. Liu capped off her victory tour with a big party in her hometown. nyti.ms/46XFGYs

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Many Department of Homeland Security employees are on track to miss a paycheck Friday during the nearly monthlong lapse in funding for the agency, leading officials to warn of potential disruptions in air travel if more airport security workers call out of work.

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From @theathletic.com: After an equalizing goal during Thursday's game, Connor Bedard turned away from the net and stared daggers directly into the eyes of a single Utah fan. “I kinda deserved it,” McClain Lindquist said — a little sheepish, a little proud.

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Death Valley, the hottest and driest place in North America, is experiencing a rare wildflower bloom after receiving a record amount of rain in the fall. Visitors are flocking to see the superbloom that has transformed the desert, dotting the landscape with pops of color. nyti.ms/4cLvINC

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Wolfgang Puck first served spicy tuna tartare at his Los Angeles restaurant Spago in 1998 and it’s become one of his signature dishes. Here's how to make it yourself at home: nyti.ms/4upnIYY

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President Trump's goals with the war in Iran are clearer than his rationale: he wants Tehran's "unconditional surrender" and to pick a new leader, echoing his Venezuela playbook, Scott Anderson writes. "And he's already proposed a third candidate for regime change." nyti.ms/4lsN5VK

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From @theathleticfc.bsky.social: The well-worn taunts towards Arsenal about their mentality have now given way to gripes about their playing style. But is respect for the team as grudging within the football industry as it is among rival fans on social media?

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News Analysis: Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has made contempt for what he calls “stupid rules of engagement” — limits meant to reduce risks to civilians. Retired commanders argue that the point of such constraints is not just law, morality and honor, but strategic self-interest.

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Breaking News: The EPA moved to weaken limits on emissions of ethylene oxide, a cancer-causing gas.

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We researched 50 pairs of slim sneakers to find comfy and chic standouts. Our favorites — many of which have been around for decades — combine easy elegance, everyday comfort, and enduring appeal. nyti.ms/4un0UJ9

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The widening war in Iran is now in its third week, and U.S. consumers are already feeling the effects of the rising cost of gasoline, with the price of food and other essentials likely to follow. Here's some advice from experts on how to minimize the impact.

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Breaking News: John F. Burns, a Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist for The New York Times best known for his work in Iraq, died at 81.

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U.S. and Israeli forces say they have achieved air superiority in the war with Iran. But Iran continues to launch retaliatory strikes. Here’s what to know.

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It tastes like melted ice cream, somewhere between dessert and a boozy cocktail. nyti.ms/4s50FkJ

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After smashes like “First Class” and “Lovin on Me,” Jack Harlow is making a true musical shift to intimate, hand-played R&B on his fourth album, “Monica.” nyti.ms/4djTG2A

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High-energy lasers are increasingly seen as the most cost-effective defense against Iranian attacks in the Middle East. But experts said it could be years before U.S. soldiers used lasers this way. Here’s what to know.

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From @theathletic.com: Ducks’ captain Radko Gudas is well-known as one of the hardest-hitting players in the NHL. His knee-on-knee hit Thursday night, which took out Maple Leafs captain Auston Matthew, was one of the uglier hits of the season.

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Days after the 2003 U.S. invasion of Iraq, the director Michael Moore used his Oscar acceptance speech to rail against the war, a moment that caused the crowd to erupt in boos. Here's what he and others onstage remember. nyti.ms/4s4Zaml

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From @theathletic.com: Sweden’s Mondo Duplantis broke the pole vault world record for the 15th time on Thursday. nyti.ms/4sICgRM

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