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They Toil Gladly Offstage. Impeachment Lands Them in the Spotlight.

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By BY MARK LEIBOVICH U.S. https://ift.tt/2QE8gYn Normally faceless, a parade of Washington’s career professionals have offered meticulous testimony and told uniquely American stories. New York Times United States Politics and Government, Trump-Ukraine Whistle-Blower Complaint and Impeachment Inquiry November 22, 2019 at 02:32AM

Shepard Smith Uses a Post-Fox Spotlight to Defend Freedom of the Press

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By BY MICHAEL M. GRYNBAUM Business https://ift.tt/2QGIN0I The former anchor made his first public appearance since his abrupt departure from Fox News, where he faced taunts from colleagues and President Trump. New York Times News and News Media, Freedom of the Press, Media November 22, 2019 at 02:31AM

‘She Saved Us’: Mourners Pay Tribute to Toni Morrison

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By BY CONCEPCIÓN DE LEÓN Books https://ift.tt/2D2u881 The Nobel laureate, who died in August, was honored at the Cathedral Church of St. John the Divine in New York. Speakers included Oprah Winfrey, Angela Davis and Fran Lebowitz. New York Times Books and Literature, Blacks, Writing and Writers November 22, 2019 at 02:24AM

The Impeachment Witnesses Not Heard

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By BY PETER BAKER U.S. https://ift.tt/35pCD9k With its public hearings over, the House Intelligence Committee plans to move forward without testimony by some of the key players in the Ukraine drama. New York Times Impeachment, Trump-Ukraine Whistle-Blower Complaint and Impeachment Inquiry, United States Politics and Government November 22, 2019 at 02:10AM

At Davis Cup, a Memorable Night (Plus Morning) Exposes Some Flaws

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By BY CHRISTOPHER CLAREY Sports https://ift.tt/2D4GQDh A doubles match between the United States and Italy ended at 4:04 a.m., another hiccup for an overhauled event that has not gotten off to a seamless start. New York Times Tennis, Davis Cup November 22, 2019 at 02:04AM

Impeachment Briefing: Highlights From the Hill Hearing

By BY NOAH WEILAND U.S. https://ift.tt/2O6Gr9s Investigators wrapped up a momentous three-day stretch of public hearings, as two witnesses described their intimate views of an attempted quid pro quo. New York Times Russian Interference in 2016 US Elections and Ties to Trump Associates, Trump-Ukraine Whistle-Blower Complaint and Impeachment Inquiry November 22, 2019 at 01:39AM

Bracing for Impeachment, White House and Republicans Weigh Contours of a Senate Trial

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By BY MICHAEL D. SHEAR, EMILY COCHRANE AND MAGGIE HABERMAN U.S. https://ift.tt/2O7hmvc President Trump wants an aggressive defense, but White House officials and Republicans are divided over whether to aim for a brief process or a drawn-out spectacle. New York Times United States Politics and Government, Trump-Ukraine Whistle-Blower Complaint and Impeachment Inquiry, Presidential Election of 2020, Elections, Senate November 22, 2019 at 01:34AM

White House Won’t Say if Trump Will Sign Hong Kong Bill That Has Angered China

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By BY MICHAEL CROWLEY AND ANA SWANSON U.S. https://ift.tt/2D3k7aw The president has avoided a strong defense of pro-democracy protesters, but Congress has thrown the issue into his lap. New York Times United States International Relations, Vetoes (US), International Trade and World Market, Hong Kong Protests (2019) November 22, 2019 at 01:19AM

Sigo esperando que mi esposo guarde su camisa

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By BY BRENDA JANOWITZ en Español https://ift.tt/2D28voj Algunas veces, los momentos tranquilos del matrimonio son los que ofrecen las verdaderas pruebas de resistencia. New York Times Love (Emotion), Marriages, Fashion and Apparel November 22, 2019 at 01:18AM

Colombians Fill Streets in Protest, Riding Region’s Wave of Discontent

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By BY THE ASSOCIATED PRESS World https://ift.tt/2OvzFsW Tens of thousands protested everything from economic inequality to violence against civic leaders, testing an unpopular government as unrest grips the region. New York Times Demonstrations, Protests and Riots November 22, 2019 at 01:12AM

The Impeachment Hearings Revealed a Lot — None of It Great for Trump

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By BY MICHELLE COTTLE Opinion https://ift.tt/2pDWfak After two weeks of public testimony, Americans should have a good sense of why an impeachment inquiry was needed. New York Times Trump-Ukraine Whistle-Blower Complaint and Impeachment Inquiry, United States Politics and Government, Diplomatic Service, Embassies and Consulates November 22, 2019 at 01:08AM

Trump Awards the First Arts and Humanities Medals of His Presidency

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By BY ANNIE KARNI U.S. https://ift.tt/2KJyKUK Jon Voight, James Patterson and Alison Krauss were among the honorees. New York Times United States Politics and Government, Awards, Decorations and Honors, Presidential Medal of Freedom November 22, 2019 at 01:08AM

The Love-Hate Relationship Between Humans and Magpies

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By BY ISABELLA KWAI World https://ift.tt/2O7QjzY I thought it might be safe for me and my vulnerable head to go outside. But swooping season for the Australian magpie — a beloved Australian icon — might not be over yet. New York Times Birds November 22, 2019 at 01:07AM

R.N.C. Spent Nearly $100,000 on Copies of Donald Trump Jr.’s Book

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By BY ALEXANDRA ALTER AND NICHOLAS CONFESSORE Books https://ift.tt/2KFp4dO “Triggered,” published Nov. 5, topped the best-seller list thanks in part to a big order from the Republican National Committee. New York Times Books and Literature, United States Politics and Government, Book Trade and Publishing November 22, 2019 at 01:06AM

Trump’s Lose-Lose Proposition in Korea

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By BY THE EDITORIAL BOARD Opinion https://ift.tt/2OuiTdK His exorbitant demands on the South alienate yet another ally in a dangerous region. New York Times United States International Relations, Defense and Military Forces, Nuclear Tests November 22, 2019 at 01:02AM

Campaigns Say Google Ad Policy Sidesteps Problem of Disinformation

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By BY NICK CORASANITI AND MATTHEW ROSENBERG U.S. https://ift.tt/2KGLLhI Campaigns and some digital experts say the restrictions limit a tactic — microtargeting of voters — that they heavily rely on, while not aggressively addressing misinformation. New York Times Campaign Finance, Political Advertising, Online Advertising, Presidential Election of 2020, Computers and the Internet, Social Media, Rumors and Misinformation November 22, 2019 at 12:35AM

‘Trident,’ ‘Budweiser’ or ‘Bird’: A Coveted Symbol of the SEALs

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By BY JOHN ISMAY U.S. https://ift.tt/37sk5qJ The Navy SEAL insignia is tough to earn and, except when the White House intervenes, easy to lose. New York Times United States Defense and Military Forces November 22, 2019 at 12:24AM

Wat Misaka, First Nonwhite in Modern Pro Basketball, Dies at 95

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By BY RICHARD GOLDSTEIN Sports https://ift.tt/2Oby50p A son of Japanese immigrants, he starred for the University of Utah on national championship teams before joining the Knicks for a short but historic run. New York Times Deaths (Obituaries), Basketball, Japanese-Americans, Discrimination November 22, 2019 at 12:24AM

The Revolt Against Populism

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By BY DAVID BROOKS Opinion https://ift.tt/2Obnwdy These days, the protesters are fighting for freedom. New York Times Politics and Government, Ethics and Official Misconduct, Demonstrations, Protests and Riots, Corruption (Institutional) November 22, 2019 at 12:03AM

Virus Outbreak Closes Colorado Schools for More Than 20,000 Students

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By BY MARIEL PADILLA U.S. https://ift.tt/2QGdqmF The “extremely contagious” virus forced a school district to close all of its schools for the first time, officials said. New York Times Education (K-12), Norovirus, Education (Secondary), Charter Schools November 22, 2019 at 12:01AM

No Deal on NAFTA Successor, but Democrats Point to Progress

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By BY ANA SWANSON AND EMILY COCHRANE Business https://ift.tt/2ObvDqJ Talks on the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement will continue through the Thanksgiving break, with a vote possible in the weeks ahead, House leaders said. New York Times Presidential Election of 2020, International Trade and World Market, North American Free Trade Agreement November 22, 2019 at 12:00AM

Ochenta y ocho días de recuperación: así ayudaron unas futbolistas a que su entrenador superara la tragedia

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By Unknown Author en Español https://ift.tt/335Hr1T Luis Calvillo sobrevivió al tiroteo en El Paso. Pero después tuvo que experimentar la parte difícil: la larga y dolorosa odisea de su recuperación. New York Times El Paso, Tex, Shooting (2019), Soccer November 22, 2019 at 12:00AM

Supreme Court Urged to Allow Release of Trump’s Financial Records

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By BY ADAM LIPTAK U.S. https://ift.tt/349SOXP A House committee and prosecutors in Manhattan have subpoenaed the records. New York Times United States Politics and Government, Trump Tax Returns, Subpoenas November 21, 2019 at 11:51PM