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U.S. to Withdraw Troops From Chad

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The departure of U.S. military personnel in Chad and Niger comes as both countries are turning away from years of cooperation with the United States and forming partnerships with Russia.

What to Know About the Breakup of Scotland’s Coalition Government

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The power-sharing agreement between the Scottish National Party and the Scottish Green Party ended abruptly on Thursday, marking a fresh period of turmoil for the S.N.P.

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Key Solar Panel Ingredient Is Made in the U.S.A. Again

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REC Silicon says it will soon start shipping polysilicon, which has come mostly from China, reviving a Washington State factory that shut down in 2019.

Honda Commits to E.V.s With Big Investment in Canada

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The Japanese automaker, which has been slow to sell electric vehicles, said it would invest $11 billion to make batteries and cars in Ontario.

Middle East Crisis: U.S. and 17 Other Nations Call on Hamas to Release Hostages

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“The fate of the hostages and the civilian population in Gaza, who are protected under international law, is of international concern,” the leaders said in a joint statement.

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U.S. Economy Grew at 1.6% Rate in First-Quarter Slowdown

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Consumers ensured that growth continued, but the latest data showed signs of vulnerability elsewhere.

Iran Sentences Prominent Rapper to Death, Lawyer Says

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The rapper, Toomaj Salehi, was initially arrested after releasing music in support of the 2022 protests over the death of a young woman in police custody.

A Chinese Firm Is America’s Favorite Drone Maker — Except in Washington

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U.S. authorities consider DJI a security threat. Congress is weighing legislation to ban it, prompting a lobbying campaign from the company, which dominates the commercial and consumer drone markets.

A Timeline of Harvey Weinstein’s New York Case

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New York’s highest court tossed out the 2020 sex crime convictions of Harvey Weinstein in a reversal of a case that ignited the #MeToo movement.

How Karen McDougal’s Story of an Affair With Trump Became a Commodity

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Karen McDougal sold the rights to her story. Donald J. Trump and the publisher of The National Enquirer decided what would happen to it. It never appeared.

Harvey Weinstein’s Conviction Was Fragile From the Start

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New York’s highest court overturned a conviction on Thursday that tested how #MeToo cases could be tried.

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Macron, Battling Far Right at Home, Pushes for Stronger E.U.

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In a major speech, France’s president returned to a familiar theme, warning that “Our Europe is mortal” if it does not become more self-sufficient.

Here’s what to know.

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In a stunning 4-3 decision, the state’s highest court overturned the conviction of the disgraced movie producer, who in 2020 was found guilty of two felony sex crimes.

Here’s the latest on the argument.

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The justices will consider on Thursday whether the former president must face trial on charges that he tried to subvert the 2020 election.

Flooding Inundates Kenya, Killing at Least 32 and Displacing Thousands

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Heavy rains also pounded other nations in East Africa, including Tanzania, where at least 155 people were killed, according to the country’s prime minister.

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TikTok Broke the Tech Law Logjam. Can That Success Be Repeated?

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For years, federal lawmakers have tried to pass legislation to rein in the tech giants. The TikTok law was their first success.

What Happened to “The Shining” Actress Shelly Duvall, Who Vanished From Hollywood.

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After two decades, the actress known for her roles in era defining films like “The Shining” and “Nashville” has returned to acting. But what happened to her?

David Pecker Expected to Discuss Hush-Money Deal in Trump Trial

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David Pecker, the former publisher of The National Enquirer, will be back on the stand and is likely to discuss the publication’s contact with Stormy Daniels.

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Every Day in Court Improves Trump’s Chances in November

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To win a political campaign, you want to put your candidate in a setting that provides a chance to excel. For Trump, that’s the trial.

E.P.A. Severely Limits Pollution From Coal Burning Power Plants

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New regulations could spell the end for electric utilities that burn coal, the fossil fuel that powered the country for more than a century.

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Chaos and Oppression

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The central question for universities responding to protests is whether to prioritize the preservation of order or the desire of students to denounce oppression.

Moulin Rouge’s Windmill Blades Fall Off in Paris

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Firefighters were called overnight after the blades crashed to the ground. Nobody was hurt, and the famed cabaret venue will stay open.

From Bananas as Art to Bullets: Maurizio Cattelan’s Got a Gun Show

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From bananas as art to bullet-riddled panels: The Italian artist, in a rare in-person interview, tells why he turned his sardonic gaze on a violence-filled world.

The Crackdown on Student Protesters

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Columbia University is at the center of a growing showdown over the war in Gaza and the limits of free speech.

Supreme Court to Hear Trump Immunity Case, and Campus Protests Spread

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The justices will consider on Thursday whether former President Donald J. Trump must face trial on charges that he tried to subvert the 2020 election.

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Biden’s New Power Plant Rules: 5 Things to Know

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The Biden administration released a major climate regulation aimed at virtually eliminating carbon emissions from coal, the dirtiest of the fossil fuels and a driver of global warming.

Juggling Campaign and Foreign Policy, Biden Sends Complicated Messages

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The president signed a bill that could ban TikTok even as his re-election team uses it to reach young voters. It was hardly the first internal disparity on matters around the globe.

Biden, Seeking to Build on Fruitful Week, Will Announce Billions in Chip Grants

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The $6.1 billion for Micron, to shore up the domestic supply of semiconductors, comes after a key union endorsement and passage of an aid bill central to the president’s foreign policy agenda.

Tennessee Parents Question Whether Teachers Should Carry Guns

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Supporters of new legislation to allow some teachers to carry firearms say it will make the state’s schools safer. Many parents and educators are not convinced.

Supreme Court to Hear Trump’s Claim to ‘Absolute Immunity’

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The justices will consider on Thursday whether the former president must face trial on charges that he tried to subvert the 2020 election.