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One of the Deadliest Places on the Southwest Border
In this week’s Crossing the Border newsletter, a trip to Brooks County, deep in South Texas brush country, where the terrain is deadly.
A Portrait of the White House and Its Culture of Chaos
At one juncture after another, the Mueller report describes how Mr. Trump made his troubles worse, giving into anger and grievance and lashing out in ways that turned advisers into witnesses against him.
The Mueller Report Is 448 Pages Long. You Need to Know These 7 Key Things.
The special counsel, Robert S. Mueller III, produced a report of more than 400 pages that painted a deeply unflattering picture of President Trump but stopped short of accusing him of criminal wrongdoing.
Militia in New Mexico Detains Asylum Seekers at Gunpoint
A citizens militia known as the United Constitutional Patriots has begun detaining families of asylum seekers at gunpoint before handing them over to Border Patrol agents.
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“It should go without saying that regular citizens have no authority to arrest or detain anyone.” Amazing story from @viasimonromero
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Let He Who Is Without Yeezys Cast the First Stone
Should pastors wear $5,000 sneakers? There’s been soul-searching recently over materialism in houses of worship.
Democrats Are United on Climate Change, but Not on What to Do About It
The New York Times sent a climate policy survey to the 2020 Democrats. All of them want to stick to the Paris Agreement. Beyond that, the questions get harder.
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What a great, substantive story on where the Democratic candidates stand on climate change solutions. (Spoiler: they're all over the place.) @LFFriedman and @MaggieAstor
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E.P.A. Moves to ‘Close the Door’ on Asbestos. Consumer Groups Say Loopholes Remain.
The new rule will restrict uses of asbestos, a carcinogen, more than initially expected, but health advocates criticized it as falling short of the protections needed.
Climate Change: New York City Buildings to Face Greenhouse Gas Limits
The city is expected to pass a law that would establish fines for buildings that do not comply with new emission caps.
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New York City just passed sweeping regulations requiring large buildings to cut back on greenhouse gas emissions. Here's our story from yesterday that anticipates the move
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One Thing You Can Do: Fix It
Also this week: Our reporter visits Duluth, Minn., a city that could become a climate refuge.
Climate Activists Occupy Major London Landmarks for a Third Day
More than 300 have been arrested as part of a global civil disobedience campaign demanding immediate government action on climate change, with more confrontations expected.
A Fan’s Love, Requited at Last: Conan O’Brien Lands Robert Caro
The talk show host’s interview of the acclaimed biographer is a long-awaited win for Team Coco.
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This is such a lovely story about Conan O'Brien finally interviewing Robert Caro. And note the masterfully sly @koblin use of Timesian reporter distance to let you know HE WAS TOTALLY IN THE FRONT ROW WITH INA CARO GEEKING OUT OVER ALL OF THIS my hero nyti.ms/2vcvuZC pic.twitter.com/VUPfIsWAGQ
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‘Partly Alive’: Scientists Revive Cells in Brains From Dead Pigs
In research that upends assumptions about brain death, researchers brought some cells back to life — or something like it.
Columbine shooting victims: 12 students, 1 teacher died on April 20, 1999
This year marks the 20th anniversary of the deadly school shooting at Columbine High School on April 20, 1999. The Columbine shooting left 13 dead — 12 students and 1 teacher. We have resurfaced th…
Parkland Students Bask in Pulitzer Mention: ‘They Took Us Seriously’
The Eagle Eye student newspaper at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School did not win a Pulitzer Prize. But it got unexpected recognition for its coverage of a mass shooting.
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“I want to break with tradition and offer my sincere admiration for an entry that did not win, but that should give us all hope for the future of journalism in this great democracy,” Ms. Canedy said.
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‘When the Glaciers Disappear, Those Species Will Go Extinct’
America’s glaciers are losing ice as the world warms. That’s disrupting habitats for fish, insects and even bacteria.
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The NYT's @fountain and photographer Max Whittaker go to Alaska and Washington State to show us what to expect as North America's glaciers melt. Amazing work!
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The NYT's @henryfountain fountain and photographer Max Whittaker go to Alaska and Washington State to show us what to expect as North America's glaciers melt. Amazing work! nytimes.com/interactive/20… pic.twitter.com/iZ5ki1Wcav
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Ice, ice, Baby ... less, less. nytimes.com/interactive/20… pic.twitter.com/OQouhcW6Kp
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Congestion Pricing Is Coming to New York. New Jersey Wants Revenge.
New York approved new tolls to enter the heart of Manhattan. Drivers in New Jersey say the decision amounts to a “keep out” sign.
Duluth, Minn.: The ‘Most Climate-Proof City’ in America?
If extreme weather made your city unlivable, where would you move? Consider Duluth, Minn., a Harvard University climate adaptation expert says. He thinks the city’s cold temperatures, abundance of fresh water and industrial infrastructure make it an...
Natural History Museum Will Not Host Gala for Brazil’s President
The museum said that it was “deeply concerned” about renting the space for an event to honor someone whose environmental policies had been widely criticized.