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Dodgers Cruise Past the Nationals in Game 1

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By BY THE ASSOCIATED PRESS Sports https://ift.tt/2OiM5Gc The Nationals made several mistakes that helped the Dodgers win the opener of their division series. New York Times Baseball, Playoff Games October 4, 2019 at 05:52AM

Under Pressure, New Zealand Ends a Refugee Policy Branded Racist

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By BY CHARLOTTE GRAHAM-MCLAY World https://ift.tt/2pKj6kj The revoking of restrictions on Middle Eastern and African refugees lifted a political millstone from around Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern’s neck. New York Times Refugees and Displaced Persons, Immigration and Emigration, Christchurch, New Zealand, Attack (March 2019), Politics and Government October 4, 2019 at 05:29AM

What’s on TV Friday: ‘The Blacklist’ and ‘Raising Dion’

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By BY GABE COHN Arts https://ift.tt/2ocorQY “The Blacklist” returns for a seventh season on NBC. And a series about a young superhero debuts on Netflix. New York Times Television, Movies October 4, 2019 at 05:00AM

Your Friday Briefing

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By BY MELINA DELKIC Briefing https://ift.tt/2ASfsHz Impeachment, Brexit, French police: Here’s what you need to know. New York Times October 4, 2019 at 04:22AM

Justin Trudeau’s Conservative Rival Discloses He Has Dual U.S. Citizenship

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By BY IAN AUSTEN World https://ift.tt/32YMEcf The revelation of Andrew Scheer’s dual citizenship could complicate his efforts to paint his rival, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, as inauthentic. New York Times Canadian Federal Election (2019), Citizenship and Naturalization October 4, 2019 at 04:18AM

Rick Perry Is Said to Be Stepping Down as Energy Secretary by Year’s End

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By BY LISA FRIEDMAN AND MAGGIE HABERMAN Climate https://ift.tt/330Fvbl An aggressive promoter of President Trump’s fossil fuel agenda, Mr. Perry ended his run as one of the longest serving cabinet members in a tumultuous administration. New York Times Appointments and Executive Changes, Environment, Greenhouse Gas Emissions, Global Warming, Carbon Dioxide, United States Politics and Government, Nuclear Weapons October 4, 2019 at 04:03AM

Iraqi Government Struggles to Contain Wave of Chaotic Protests

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By BY ALISSA J. RUBIN AND FALIH HASSAN World https://ift.tt/357orCg At least 22 people were killed on Thursday as the prime minister sought to find a message that would curb widespread protests over corruption and unemployment. New York Times Demonstrations, Protests and Riots, Politics and Government, Corruption (Institutional), Terrorism October 4, 2019 at 04:03AM

Pope Francis May Not Change the World. But He Is Reshaping the Church.

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By BY JASON HOROWITZ World https://ift.tt/352EGAE On Saturday, Francis will create 13 new cardinals who reflect his pastoral priorities. He will now have named more than half of those who will elect his successor. New York Times Priests, Cardinals (Roman Catholic Prelates), Celibacy, Homosexuality and Bisexuality October 4, 2019 at 04:01AM

Brain Stimulation Shows Promise in Treating Severe Depression

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By BY BENEDICT CAREY Health https://ift.tt/2nfdFZI Years ago, more than two dozen patients received an electrical implant to counter their depression. They’re still feeling better, a new study finds. New York Times Mental Health and Disorders, Depression (Mental), Medical Devices, Surgery and Surgeons, Implants, Parkinson's Disease, Brain, your-feed-science, your-feed-health October 4, 2019 at 04:01AM

Going Back to China in Search of My Daughter’s Secret Past

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By BY ROBIN REIF Style https://ift.tt/2AEw7xR As an infant, my child was left on a bridge with a note pinned to her sweater. I thought finding it would provide us both with answers. New York Times Love (Emotion), Adoptions, Women and Girls, Parenting, your-feed-immigration October 4, 2019 at 04:00AM

Cardinals Ride Big Ninth Inning to Series-Opening Victory

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By BY THE ASSOCIATED PRESS Sports https://ift.tt/332IqAl Game 1 of this division series was tied, 3-3, in the ninth, but things got wild from there, extending Atlanta’s run of postseason futility. New York Times Baseball, Playoff Games October 4, 2019 at 03:00AM

Why the Trump-Morrison Bond Is Risky Business

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By BY DAMIEN CAVE World https://ift.tt/2Oj2ZEp President Trump personally asked the Australian prime minister to assist an American federal inquiry. We answer your questions. New York Times Russian Interference in 2016 US Elections and Ties to Trump Associates, Politics and Government October 4, 2019 at 02:41AM

Quotation of the Day: 4 Killed at Paris Police Headquarters in Knife Attack Tied to Employee

By Unknown Author Today’s Paper https://ift.tt/356oC0I Quotation of the Day for Friday, October 4, 2019. New York Times October 4, 2019 at 02:32AM

Pence Makes Clear There Is No Daylight Between Him and Trump

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By BY MICHAEL CROWLEY AND MAGGIE HABERMAN U.S. https://ift.tt/31LlVQe The vice president has risen to his boss’s defense at a moment of crisis that some Republicans fear could inflict lasting damage on them both. New York Times Trump-Ukraine Whistle-Blower Complaint and Impeachment Inquiry, United States Politics and Government October 4, 2019 at 02:04AM

Activity for Outgoing People

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By BY DEB AMLEN Crosswords & Games https://ift.tt/2InWZ9L Matthew Sewell offers us a lively Friday puzzle. New York Times Crossword Puzzles October 4, 2019 at 02:00AM

Florida Man Gets 10-Day Jail Sentence and Year of Probation for Missing Jury Duty

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By BY NEIL VIGDOR U.S. https://ift.tt/2OlWT6j Deandre Somerville was also required to do 150 hours of community service, write an apology letter and pay a $223 fine after oversleeping, court records showed. New York Times Jury System, Decisions and Verdicts, Suits and Litigation (Civil), Fines (Penalties) October 4, 2019 at 01:27AM

What Rolls Like an Armadillo but Lives in the Sea?

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By BY JOANNA KLEIN Science https://ift.tt/2pLv8dh A scientist studying the defenses of mollusks called chitons thinks these sea creatures might be less primitive than expected. New York Times Fish and Other Marine Life, Animal Behavior, Research, Nerves and Nervous System, your-feed-science October 4, 2019 at 01:27AM

Treasury Officials Pressured I.R.S. on Trump Tax Audit, Whistle-Blower Alleges

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By BY ALAN RAPPEPORT U.S. https://ift.tt/31WERLK A complaint is said to allege that political appointees tried to interfere with an audit of the president’s returns. New York Times Ethics and Official Misconduct, Federal Taxes (US), Whistle-Blowers, United States Politics and Government October 4, 2019 at 12:20AM

HP to Cut Up to 9,000 Jobs as Part of Global Overhaul

By BY REUTERS Business https://ift.tt/2Ogf5OD The company estimates it will save a billion dollars annually by the end of 2022. New York Times Layoffs and Job Reductions, Computer and Video Games October 4, 2019 at 12:13AM

The Trump Impeachment Inquiry: What Happened Today

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By BY NOAH WEILAND U.S. https://ift.tt/354R1o8 President Trump's envoys drafted a statement for the new Ukrainian president. Plus, a public appeal to China to investigate Joe Biden. New York Times Trump-Ukraine Whistle-Blower Complaint and Impeachment Inquiry October 4, 2019 at 12:13AM

What We Know About Hunter Biden’s Business in China

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By BY SHARON LAFRANIERE AND MICHAEL FORSYTHE U.S. https://ift.tt/3557Ejq Without presenting any evidence, President Trump suggested that China showered money on Mr. Biden to influence his father as vice president and win favorable trade deals with the United States. New York Times United States Politics and Government, Trump-Ukraine Whistle-Blower Complaint and Impeachment Inquiry, Impeachment, Conflicts of Interest October 3, 2019 at 11:59PM

Trump, the Self-Impeaching President

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By BY THE EDITORIAL BOARD Opinion https://ift.tt/2IlgBvc Now he wants China to investigate the Bidens and help his re-election bid. Give him this, he’s not subtle. New York Times Trump-Ukraine Whistle-Blower Complaint and Impeachment Inquiry October 3, 2019 at 11:53PM

$1 Million Bribe Offered by El Chapo to President? Hondurans Are More Resigned Than Shocked

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By BY ELISABETH MALKIN World https://ift.tt/31NxsOQ U.S. prosecutors say President Juan Orlando Hernández is complicit in his brother’s drug trafficking. Many Hondurans have given up hope their country can address its chronic corruption and violence. New York Times Drug Abuse and Traffic, Politics and Government, Corruption (Institutional), Bribery and Kickbacks October 3, 2019 at 11:52PM

They Risked All for America. Don’t Betray Them.

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By BY PHILIP CARUSO Opinion https://ift.tt/2Oisztg If President Trump’s hopes of withdrawing from war zones are realized, his government has a duty to protect the many foreigners who have helped U.S. forces there. New York Times United States Defense and Military Forces, Immigration and Emigration, Espionage and Intelligence Services, Refugees and Displaced Persons, Visas, Afghanistan War (2001- ) October 3, 2019 at 03:03PM

Frieze London Shows the Art World Has Cottoned On to Weaving

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By BY AMAH-ROSE ABRAMS Arts https://ift.tt/2LHiG6E A special “Woven” section at the fair celebrates an art form that was long undervalued as a result of sexism and snobbery. New York Times Textiles, Frieze Art Fair, Museums, Sculpture October 3, 2019 at 02:58PM

Trump Expected to Expand Private Medicare Advantage Program

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By BY ANNIE KARNI U.S. https://ift.tt/32XteEC The president is on his way to Florida, where he is expected to unveil an executive order to expand the private-sector version of Medicare. New York Times Executive Orders and Memorandums, Health Insurance and Managed Care, Medicare October 3, 2019 at 02:40PM

Wisconsin Looks to Rise in a Big Ten Seeking Contenders

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By BY ALAN BLINDER Sports https://ift.tt/30EvEq1 The Badgers started the 2018 season as a favorite. Then they stumbled in September and wound up going 8-5. This season is looking different — so far. New York Times Football (College), Rose Bowl (Football Game), Playoff Games, College Football Playoff National Championship October 3, 2019 at 02:40PM

Robert De Niro and Ex-Aide Take Each Other to Court Over Office Behavior

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By BY JULIA JACOBS Arts https://ift.tt/2LGsii5 Chase Robinson said the actor treated her as his “office wife,” while his company accused her of extravagant spending and binge-watching “Friends” while on the job. New York Times Suits and Litigation (Civil), Discrimination October 3, 2019 at 02:36PM

Wall Street Slumps After Weaker-Than-Expected Services Sector Data

By BY REUTERS Business https://ift.tt/2LJyia0 Gloomy economic data has led to two straight days of a more than 1 percent drop in the benchmark S&P 500 for the first time this year. New York Times Stocks and Bonds October 3, 2019 at 02:22PM

She Was Raped by a Classmate. She Still Had to Go to School With Him.

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By BY ANDREA SALCEDO New York https://ift.tt/2oNIeWP The case jolted a working-class town, prompting a walkout by students and a debate over whether school officials are equipped to address sexual assault. New York Times Education (K-12), Sex Crimes, Title IX (Gender Discrimination Legislation), Women and Girls, Teachers and School Employees October 3, 2019 at 02:17PM

Uffizi Director Rejects Vienna Job at Last Minute, Causing an Uproar

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By BY ELISABETTA POVOLEDO AND CHRISTOPHER F. SCHUETZE Arts https://ift.tt/30K4Lkw Just weeks before he was supposed to start at the Kunsthistorisches Museum, the German art historian Eike Schmidt said he wanted to remain in Florence. New York Times October 3, 2019 at 02:10PM

DaBaby Blew Up. But Can He Settle Into Stardom?

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By BY JOE COSCARELLI Arts https://ift.tt/2oegZVk The year’s inescapable, breakout rapper has just released “Kirk,” his third project in 12 months. Now comes the hard part. New York Times Rap and Hip-Hop October 3, 2019 at 02:00PM

My Mom Obsesses Over Her Love Life. She Couldn’t Care Less About Mine.

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By BY PHILIP GALANES Style https://ift.tt/2pHOOyE Is this what happens when you start dating again for the first time in 40 years? Or is it personal? New York Times Customs, Etiquette and Manners October 3, 2019 at 02:00PM

Kim Shattuck, Punk Musician Who Led the Muffs, Dies at 56

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By BY GAVIN EDWARDS Arts https://ift.tt/2oNt4AT The singer, songwriter and guitarist was widely acclaimed for having one of the greatest screams in rock ’n’ roll. New York Times Pop and Rock Music, Deaths (Obituaries) October 3, 2019 at 01:51PM

Can You Afford to Buy a Home?

By BY MICHAEL KOLOMATSKY Real Estate https://ift.tt/2nd7xRI A new report offers a guide to the annual income that lenders will require you to have to qualify for a mortgage. New York Times Real Estate and Housing (Residential), Mortgages October 3, 2019 at 01:30PM

Homes for Sale in Brooklyn and Manhattan

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By BY STEFANOS CHEN Real Estate https://ift.tt/2pIuXPV This week’s properties are in Greenpoint, Hell’s Kitchen and Murray Hill. New York Times Real Estate and Housing (Residential) October 3, 2019 at 01:01PM

Homes for Sale in New York and New Jersey

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By BY CLAUDIA GRYVATZ COPQUIN AND JILL P. CAPUZZO Real Estate https://ift.tt/2nbRlQE This week’s properties are in Syosset, N.Y., and Island Heights, N.J. New York Times Real Estate and Housing (Residential) October 3, 2019 at 01:01PM

On the Market in New York City

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By Unknown Author Real Estate https://ift.tt/2oJuRHl This week’s properties are in Greenpoint, Hell’s Kitchen and Murray Hill. New York Times Real Estate and Housing (Residential) October 3, 2019 at 01:00PM

On the Market in the New York Region

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By Unknown Author Real Estate https://ift.tt/2pGFScR This week’s properties are in Syosset, N.Y., and Island Heights, N.J. New York Times Real Estate and Housing (Residential) October 3, 2019 at 01:00PM

Looted Ethiopian Crown Resurfaces in the Netherlands

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By BY NINA SIEGAL Arts https://ift.tt/2pGD3IM A Dutch civil servant says he hid the precious artifact away in his home for more than 20 years. Now, he hopes it can be returned to Ethiopia. New York Times Arts and Antiquities Looting, Smuggling, Robberies and Thefts October 3, 2019 at 12:57PM

The Top Issues and Candidates for Californians in 2020

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By BY INYOUNG KANG U.S. https://ift.tt/2o9Vllg Thursday: A new state survey shows a three-way tie for Democrats. Also: The latest developments in the Trump impeachment inquiry, and a homestead in the high desert. New York Times Presidential Election of 2020 October 3, 2019 at 12:47PM

Knife Attack at Paris Police Headquarters Injures Officers

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By BY AURELIEN BREEDEN World https://ift.tt/2o8NSCX It was not immediately clear how many officers were wounded, or what the motives of the attacker might be. New York Times Police, Attacks on Police October 3, 2019 at 12:29PM

Deny, Deflect, Deflate

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By BY DAVID LEONHARDT Opinion https://ift.tt/2pHXUeP The White House strategy. New York Times Trump-Ukraine Whistle-Blower Complaint and Impeachment Inquiry, United States Politics and Government, United States International Relations, Impeachment, Whistle-Blowers, Subpoenas October 3, 2019 at 12:29PM

Rapes and Killings of Children Haunt a Corner of Pakistan

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By BY SALMAN MASOOD World https://ift.tt/2pytdbJ Child sexual abuse cases keep surfacing in one eastern district, each more shocking. The police say a man has confessed to four recent killings. New York Times Child Abuse and Neglect, Sex Crimes, Murders, Attempted Murders and Homicides, Crime and Criminals, Missing Persons, Serial Murders October 3, 2019 at 12:25PM

What’s on TV Thursday: ‘High Life’ and the iHeartRadio Music Festival

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By BY GABE COHN Arts https://ift.tt/2pyrROa Claire Denis’s “High Life” is streaming on Amazon. And performances from Chance the Rapper, Alicia Keys and more air on the CW. New York Times Television, Movies October 3, 2019 at 12:17PM

South Africa Vows to Crack Down on Anti-Immigrant Violence

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By BY THE ASSOCIATED PRESS World https://ift.tt/2oJ7LR8 Deadly attacks have erupted in South Africa in recent years, with some accusing foreigners of taking their jobs or committing crimes. New York Times Foreign Workers, Immigration and Emigration October 3, 2019 at 12:13PM