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Gov. Greg Abbott bars mandates for vaccinations and masks in Texas.

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By BY DAVE MONTGOMERY World https://ift.tt/3jcFKcW The state’s daily average of cases has risen by 209 percent over the past 14 days and hospitalizations are surging, but an executive order ensures that masking and vaccinations remain voluntary. New York Times Masks, Coronavirus (2019-nCoV), Vaccination and Immunization August 1, 2021 at 03:50AM

Quotation of the Day: Who Are the Unvaccinated in America?

By Unknown Author Today’s Paper https://ift.tt/3fien07 Quotation of the Day for Sunday, August 1, 2021. New York Times August 1, 2021 at 03:19AM

Simone Biles has withdrawn from the gymnastics floor exercise final.

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By BY JULIET MACUR Sports https://ift.tt/3fhoouG That leaves one event left for her at the Tokyo Games — if she chooses to compete. New York Times Olympic Games (2020), Gymnastics August 1, 2021 at 03:16AM

Demonstrations against France’s vaccine pass surge for a third weekend, even as cases rise.

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By BY AURELIEN BREEDEN World https://ift.tt/3rJhKSK The government’s health pass law was passed by Parliament and is expected to get a final greenlight from a top constitutional council next week. New York Times Demonstrations, Protests and Riots, Coronavirus (2019-nCoV), Vaccination and Immunization July 31, 2021 at 09:34PM

With seven medals at one Olympics, Emma McKeon ties a record.

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By BY RANDAL C. ARCHIBOLD Sports https://ift.tt/3xhoZTh McKeon’s haul ties her for the record by any female Olympian, set in 1952 by gymnast Maria Gorokhovskaya of the Soviet Union. New York Times Olympic Games (2020), Swimming, Records and Achievements August 1, 2021 at 02:26AM

Caeleb Dressel of the U.S. and Emma McKeon of Australia sprint to gold in swimming’s finale.

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By BY ANDREW KEH Sports https://ift.tt/3fh1T93 Dressel’s fourth gold of the Games came on the final day of swimming at the Tokyo Olympics. McKeon’s gold was her sixth medal of the meet. New York Times Olympic Games (2020) August 1, 2021 at 01:11AM

2 Dead in Random Shooting at ‘Purge’ Movie, Officials Say

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By BY JESUS JIMÉNEZ U.S. https://ift.tt/3xfQz3g Anthony Barajas, who was popular on TikTok, and Rylee Goodrich were each shot in the head at a theater in Corona, Calif., in what the district attorney said was an unprovoked attack. New York Times Murders, Attempted Murders and Homicides, Theaters (Buildings) August 1, 2021 at 01:02AM

Demand for shots is increasing in less-vaccinated states under siege from the Delta variant.

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By BY EDUARDO MEDINA World https://ift.tt/2WHZduL Data from the C.D.C. shows that many people in states like Louisiana, Mississippi and Missouri are now receiving their first doses. On Friday, more than 850,000 total shots were recorded in the U.S. New York Times Vaccination and Immunization, Coronavirus (2019-nCoV) July 31, 2021 at 11:40PM

Caeleb Dressel sets a world record, and Katie Ledecky wins a second gold.

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By BY JOHN BRANCH Sports https://ift.tt/2TJunAG New York Times Olympic Games (2020) July 31, 2021 at 01:39AM

California’s largest fire forces evacuations in a scarred region.

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By BY SIMON ROMERO U.S. https://ift.tt/3j6YxGL New York Times July 31, 2021 at 01:35AM

Caeleb Dressel won the men’s 100-meter butterfly, setting a world record.

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By BY JOHN BRANCH Sports https://ift.tt/37antHL He set a world record with a time of 49.45. New York Times Olympic Games (2020) July 31, 2021 at 01:34AM

Simone Biles will not compete in the uneven bars or vault event finals.

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By BY JULIET MACUR Sports https://ift.tt/3zZucAV She is still eligible for the finals in the floor exercise and the balance beam. New York Times Olympic Games (2020), Gymnastics July 31, 2021 at 01:34AM

Katie Ledecky is a distance specialist but could be challenged.

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By BY JOHN BRANCH Sports https://ift.tt/3j3uXlC New York Times Olympic Games (2020) July 31, 2021 at 01:26AM

Two Americans are in position to medal in the women’s 200-meter backstroke.

By BY JOHN BRANCH Sports https://ift.tt/3j9alIn New York Times Olympic Games (2020) July 31, 2021 at 01:23AM

Who is Caeleb Dressel, the 100-meter butterfly specialist?

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By BY ALEXANDRA E. PETRI AND JOHN BRANCH Sports https://ift.tt/3j5Za3j New York Times Olympic Games (2020) July 31, 2021 at 01:17AM

The Spectacle of Latinx Colorism

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By BY KARLA CORNEJO VILLAVICENCIO Opinion https://ift.tt/37ahp23 The idea of sameness can devastate as much as it can connect.  New York Times Race and Ethnicity, Hispanic-Americans, Discrimination, Immigration and Emigration July 31, 2021 at 01:00AM

Have a Question for Eric Adams?

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By BY THE NEW YORK TIMES New York https://ift.tt/3j9w9ng The Democratic nominee for mayor of New York City will have a lot of work to do if he’s elected. What do you want to know? New York Times July 31, 2021 at 12:59AM

How cool is the pool in Tokyo?

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By BY ADEEL HASSAN Sports https://ift.tt/3zVhjri The Tokyo Aquatics Center was built just for the Olympics. Yes, it has lifeguards, and it’s a lot warmer than you think it is. New York Times Olympic Games (2020) July 31, 2021 at 12:50AM

An Unlikely Pair, Portman and Sinema Steer Infrastructure Deal

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By BY EMILY COCHRANE U.S. https://ift.tt/2VlTBWe An Ohio Republican who is retiring after decades in Washington has teamed with an Arizona Democrat in her first term to try to secure an agreement on one of President Biden’s top priorities. New York Times United States Politics and Government, Infrastructure (Public Works), American Jobs Plan (2021), Law and Legislation July 31, 2021 at 12:41AM

Here’s a preview of swimming races today.

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By BY JOHN BRANCH Sports https://ift.tt/3C2s3G6 Katie Ledecky and Caeleb Dressel are among the swimmers who are chasing gold on Saturday. New York Times Olympic Games (2020), Swimming July 31, 2021 at 12:15AM

U.S. broadcast coverage on Friday night includes track and field, basketball and BMX.

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By BY REBECCA THOMAS Sports https://ift.tt/3jmQ0zN Katie Ledecky goes for gold in the 800 meter freestyle, while mixed relays in swimming, track and field and more have their Olympic debuts. New York Times Olympic Games (2020) July 31, 2021 at 12:00AM

‘This Isn’t How We’re Supposed to Live’: Residents Flee as Dixie Fire Surges

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By BY SIMON ROMERO U.S. https://ift.tt/3C3aR3E Thousands have had to leave their homes in what has grown into a grim ritual in wildfire-plagued Northern California. Many are demanding answers from PG&E, the large utility company. New York Times Fires and Firefighters, Wildfires, Evacuations and Evacuees July 30, 2021 at 11:57PM

Richard Lamm, Governor and Early Abortion Rights Supporter, Dies at 85

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By BY ALEX TRAUB Obituaries https://ift.tt/3xfUWLE He spearheaded the passage of a liberal abortion law in Colorado before Roe v. Wade, and he helped stop the 1976 Winter Olympics from being held in the state. New York Times Deaths (Obituaries), Politics and Government, Law and Legislation, Olympic Games (1976), Land Use Policies July 30, 2021 at 11:50PM

Here’s a recap of Friday’s races.

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By BY MATTHEW FUTTERMAN Sports https://ift.tt/37d4PPs New York Times Olympic Games (2020) July 30, 2021 at 11:44PM

How to watch today’s swimming.

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By Unknown Author Sports https://ift.tt/2UYEr9P The races will air live on NBC in primetime in the United States. New York Times Olympic Games (2020), Swimming July 30, 2021 at 11:44PM

Walmart and others revive some mask mandates and will require vaccines.

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By Unknown Author Business https://ift.tt/37d1ksy The New York Times delayed its return to office indefinitely, though offices will be open for vaccinated employees who want to go in voluntarily. New York Times July 30, 2021 at 11:43PM

At a Wild Trade Deadline, Every Club Made a Move

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By BY TYLER KEPNER Sports https://ift.tt/3BV3Ku1 Max Scherzer and Trea Turner going to the Los Angeles Dodgers highlighted a week in which 10 of this year’s All-Stars were traded. New York Times Baseball, Trades (Sports) July 30, 2021 at 11:37PM

Missing genetic data on the early coronavirus from China has re-emerged.

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By BY CARL ZIMMER World https://ift.tt/2V4pC5i Chinese researchers have uploaded genetic sequences of coronaviruses to a scientific database more than a year after they took them offline. New York Times July 30, 2021 at 11:36PM

Some New Yorkers say $100 offer inspired them to get vaccinated.

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By BY PRECIOUS FONDREN AND ASHLEY WONG New York https://ift.tt/3BYPpfP New Yorkers lined up in the Bronx and Brooklyn to get vaccinated on the first day of cash was offered to get vaccinated at city-run sites. New York Times Coronavirus (2019-nCoV) July 30, 2021 at 11:34PM

U.S. announces more sanctions over human rights abuses in Cuba.

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By BY ANNIE KARNI U.S. https://ift.tt/3j6HTqL New York Times July 30, 2021 at 11:25PM

My Country Has Been a Dictatorship Before. We Can’t Go Back.

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By BY RACHED GHANNOUCHI Opinion https://ift.tt/3C2fhaC One-man rule is not the solution to Tunisia's economic problems. New York Times Politics and Government, Elections, Courts and the Judiciary, Legislatures and Parliaments July 30, 2021 at 11:22PM

No deaths are reported after tornadoes hit Ohio and New Jersey.

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By BY ALYSSA LUKPAT U.S. https://ift.tt/37b4a0V Local authorities said there were building collapses, fallen roofs and downed trees, but only minor injuries. New York Times July 30, 2021 at 01:42AM

A world record for South Africa’s Tatjana Schoenmaker, and three more U.S. medals.

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By BY MATTHEW FUTTERMAN Sports https://ift.tt/3j6ZaQN The South African swimmer Tatjana Schoenmaker lived up to expectations, topping Lilly King of the United States. New York Times Olympic Games (2020), Swimming July 30, 2021 at 01:18AM

U.S. military personnel will be asked their vaccination status or will face testing.

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By BY LAUREN MCCARTHY World https://ift.tt/3jj9xB9 New York Times July 30, 2021 at 02:02AM

Fingers Crossed!

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By BY DEB AMLEN Crosswords & Games https://ift.tt/3l6e8sO Eric Bornstein flexes his muscles with a sixth puzzle for The Times. New York Times Crossword Puzzles July 30, 2021 at 02:00AM

简报:金牌背后的中国体育举国体制;南京疫情持续扩散,张家界景区关闭

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By BY EMILY CHAN AND KONEY BAI World https://ift.tt/3lc57i2 美国第二季度经济恢复至疫情前规模;日本疫情形势严峻,考验奥运进程;拜登要求联邦雇员接种疫苗;斯里兰卡挖出世界最大蓝宝石群……这里是今日要闻。 New York Times July 30, 2021 at 01:55AM

Biden signals support for Democrats’ plan to advance immigration changes unilaterally, via a budget bill.

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By BY ANNIE KARNI U.S. https://ift.tt/2V0C0mQ The president said that White House staff were “putting out a message right now” that “we should include in the reconciliation bill the immigration proposal.” New York Times Immigration and Emigration, United States Politics and Government, Illegal Immigration, Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals July 30, 2021 at 01:43AM

A tornado hits eastern New Jersey as storms damage buildings in the region.

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By BY ALYSSA LUKPAT U.S. https://ift.tt/378s9hj Local authorities reported building collapses, fallen roofs and downed trees, but only minor injuries. New York Times July 30, 2021 at 01:42AM

With Blockbuster Trades, the Yankees Embrace the Moment

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By BY TYLER KEPNER Sports https://ift.tt/3BULkcy Despite trailing three teams in the A.L. East and four in the wild card race, the Yankees and Brian Cashman are all-in with the acquisitions of Anthony Rizzo and Joey Gallo. New York Times Baseball, Trades (Sports) July 30, 2021 at 01:37AM

The widow of a D.C. policeman who shot himself after Jan. 6 wants his death marked ‘in the line of duty.’

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By BY SHAILA DEWAN U.S. https://ift.tt/2THxbye New York Times July 30, 2021 at 01:31AM

Your not-so-random questions about swimming, answered.

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By BY ADEEL HASSAN Sports https://ift.tt/3yq7aCw Here are all the answers to questions about swimming that you need ahead of Friday’s four gold medal races. New York Times Olympic Games (2020), Swimming July 30, 2021 at 01:22AM

A world record for South Africa in swimming, and three more U.S. medals.

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By BY MATTHEW FUTTERMAN Sports https://ift.tt/2V1IPER South African swimmer Tatjana Schoenmaker lived up to expectations, topping Lilly King of the United States. New York Times Olympic Games (2020), Swimming July 30, 2021 at 01:18AM

Policing women’s bodies via dress code is nothing new in sports, writes our columnist.

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By BY VANESSA FRIEDMAN Sports https://ift.tt/3zQ1C4N New York Times Olympic Games (2020) July 30, 2021 at 01:00AM

¿Las personas vacunadas infectadas con la COVID-19 son contagiosas?

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By BY APOORVA MANDAVILLI en Español https://ift.tt/3lahD1i Más personas inmunizadas de las que anticipaban los científicos están experimentando infecciones. Información aún no publicada revelaría el motivo de la nueva recomendación de los CDC de usar mascarillas. New York Times your-feed-science, Vaccination and Immunization, Disease Rates, Coronavirus (2019-nCoV), Immune System, Coronavirus Risks and Safety Concerns, Throat July 30, 2021 at 12:42AM

He Killed Himself After the Jan. 6 Riot. Did He Die in the Line of Duty?

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By BY SHAILA DEWAN U.S. https://ift.tt/3iZP4RD Jeffrey Smith, a police officer who confronted a mob in the Capitol, later shot himself. His widow blames the riot, and is asking for full death benefits. New York Times Suicides and Suicide Attempts, Storming of the US Capitol (Jan, 2021) July 30, 2021 at 12:37AM

How Biden Got the Infrastructure Deal Trump Couldn’t

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By BY JIM TANKERSLEY Business https://ift.tt/3fbiTNV The early success of the deal vindicated the president’s faith in bipartisanship. If he can keep it on track, it will help affirm the rationale for his presidency. New York Times American Jobs Plan (2021), United States Politics and Government, Infrastructure (Public Works), Law and Legislation, Presidents and Presidency (US) July 30, 2021 at 12:26AM

Pistons Select Cade Cunningham With No. 1 Pick in N.B.A. Draft

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By BY SOPAN DEB Sports https://ift.tt/3BR8IrH Cunningham, a 6-foot-8 guard out of Oklahoma State, becomes the latest part of Detroit’s pursuit of a resurgence. New York Times Basketball, Draft and Recruitment (Sports) July 30, 2021 at 12:09AM

A German cycling official is sent home over a racial slur on an Olympics telecast.

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By BY NEIL VIGDOR Sports https://ift.tt/3BYpIvV New York Times Olympic Games (2020) July 30, 2021 at 12:05AM

What you need to know as track and field takes off at the Tokyo Olympics.

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By BY SCOTT CACCIOLA Sports https://ift.tt/3j0K7I3 New York Times Olympic Games (2020) July 29, 2021 at 11:32PM

The Justice Dept. tells Texas governor his new Covid rule restricting migrant transports violates federal law.

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By BY KATIE BENNER U.S. https://ift.tt/3l8e1wH Attorney General Merrick B. Garland labeled the executive order Mr. Abbott issued on Wednesday “both dangerous and unlawful.” New York Times Immigration and Emigration, Coronavirus (2019-nCoV), Nonprofit Organizations, United States Politics and Government July 29, 2021 at 11:29PM