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View in browser September 20, 2024, 4:10 a.m. Eastern time Top News Israel Bombards Hezbollah as Group's Leader Vows Retaliation The Hezbollah leader, Hassan Nasrallah, did not say how his group would respond to attacks on hand-held devices, which killed dozens when pagers and walkie-talkies exploded. Harris Had Stronger Debate, Polls Find, but the Race Remains Deadlocked Kamala Harris holds an edge over Donald J. Trump in the battleground state of Pennsylvania. But new surveys found that the race remains a tossup nationally. North Carolina Governor Race Jolted by Report That G.O.P. Nominee Called Himself a 'Black Nazi' Mr. Robinson, the Republican nominee for governor of North Carolina, vowed to stay in the race and sought to deny the report, which also said he had defended slavery in online posts years ago. Editors' Picks Their Countries Are at War. These Couples Are Still Together. Relationships between Ukrainians and Russians have long been common. Russia's invasion has brought stigma, separation, legal troubles and a reconsideration of identity. Opinion | The Medical Establishment Closes Ranks, and Patients Feel the Effects Too often, authorities stick to erroneous positions despite countervailing evidence. World Saudi Crown Prince Says No to Israel Ties Without Palestinian State His comments reflect an apparent toughening of his views on an issue that could reshape the diplomatic map of the Middle East. Assault on Mali's Capital Killed 50 or More, but Leaders Say Little Days after the West African country's ruling military was ambushed by Islamist rebels, it has sought to hide the true extent of the carnage. They Said the Virgin Mary Appeared. The Vatican Is Finally Weighing In. After decades, and controversy, the Vatican has authorized public worship at a shrine in Bosnia, where a once tranquil village has become a major pilgrimage site. See more world news U.S. Inside the Secretive Facility Housing Migrants at Guantánamo Bay Reports and interviews shed new light on the holding center, where migrants' calls with lawyers are monitored and some say they've been forced to wear blackout goggles. History Teachers Are Replacing Textbooks With the Internet A survey of social studies teachers found that many find primary sources online for lesson plans. But a notable minority also rely on left-leaning materials, and a handful have turned to conservative options. 'Eh, Whatever.' Angelenos Shrug at Recent Quakes, Decades After the Last 'Big One.' It has been a generation since Los Angeles had a major earthquake disaster. Even in an active seismic year, many residents say they refuse to become alarmist. See more U.S. news Politics Who Do Voters Really Like? Taylor Swift. The pop star Taylor Swift has endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris — and is far more popular among Democrats and independents than Republicans. How JD Vance's Combative Conservatism Is Shaping Trumpism 2.0 Donald Trump's running mate has been leaning in on the lessons of ultra-online political rabble rousing. Springfield, Ohio, Braces for a Possible Trump Visit, Though Details Are Scarce Donald Trump promised to visit the city "in the next two weeks." Some residents welcomed a visit, but others were opposed, as officials said preparations were underway. See more political news Business America's Inflation Fight Is Ending, but It's Leaving a Legacy As inflation cools and the Federal Reserve cuts rates, an era of economic upheaval is coming to a close, but not without lingering marks. Stocks Hit Record High a Day After Fed's Big Interest Rate Cut The S&P 500 rose 1.7 percent on Thursday, rallying a day after the Federal Reserve cut interest rates by half a percentage point. Company Says It Is Investigating Radios Targeted in Lebanon Blasts The Japanese electronics manufacturer Icom said it stopped making the walkie-talkie model in 2014 and has warned about fake versions for several years. See more business news Arts 'The Substance' Review: An Indecent Disclosure Demi Moore stars in an absurdly gory tale of an aging actress who discovers a deadly cure for obscurity. An Artist Turns Detritus of Ghana's Past Into Future Possibility Installations of jute sacks or hospital beds have made Ibrahim Mahama a star. Back home, they're fueling a bold vision. In the Sean Combs Case, Echoes of the Tack Taken Against Other Powerful Men Federal authorities are prosecuting Mr. Combs under sex trafficking and racketeering laws, which were used to successfully prosecute R. Kelly and Keith Raniere in earlier abuse cases. See more arts news New York Tracking Investigations in Eric Adams's Orbit Several federal corruption inquiries have reached into the world of Mayor Eric Adams of New York, who faces re-election next year. Here is a closer look at how people with ties to Adams are related to the inquiries. The Hustlers Who Make $6,000 a Month by Gaming Citi Bikes The bike-sharing program rewards users who help redistribute bikes around New York City. A few riders have figured out how to turn that into profit. Emails Suggest Cuomo Undersold His Role in Altering Covid Report Andrew Cuomo said he could not recall seeing or revising a New York State Health Department report on how the state handled the early stages of the pandemic. See more New York news Media & Advertising Threats Against Haitians Land at the Doorstep of The Haitian Times Racist emails. Swatting. Intimidated sources. The Haitian Times has been receiving some of the same threats that it has been covering in Springfield, Ohio. With Retirement from ESPN, 'Woj' Leaves a Changed Sports Media World At ESPN, Adrian Wojnarowski leveraged social media to get the news out quicker. That skill made him rich and famous. He will manage the basketball team at St. Bonaventure University. How the Robinson Report Could Affect the Presidential Race in North Carolina A Democratic presidential candidate has not won North Carolina since 2008. But the drama around Lt. Gov. Mark Robinson, the Republican nominee for governor, is sure to bolster their hopes. See more media & advertising news Well Are Chickpea and Bean Pastas Good for You? We asked experts about the health benefits of legume pasta — and how to make it taste good, too. These Four Common Infections Can Cause Cancer A new report says that 13 percent of cancers are linked to bacteria or viruses. Vaccines and treatments offer powerful protection. The Foods That Fight Inflammation Chronic inflammation can be a silent killer, but your diet can play a role in tamping it down. See more on Well Travel Travel Docs Update: Online Passport Renewal and Digital Driver's Licenses New options have arrived, for both U.S. passports and driver's licenses, that may give travelers more flexibility. Help! My $1,988 Spring Break Rental Was Canceled at the Last Minute. A family reserved an eight-night Vrbo in the U.S. Virgin Islands, but the owner canceled the day before the trip. Finding a comparable place was stressful and cost over $4,000 more; Vrbo wouldn't make up the full difference. In Paris, a Riverboat Sojourn on the Banks of the Seine For a week, the novelist Joyce Maynard said good night to Paris from the deck of a péniche, within full view of the Eiffel Tower. Who cared if it rained the whole time? See more travel news Real Estate They Combed the Co-ops of Upper Manhattan With $700,000 to Spend With their first child on the way, a couple needed more space than they could afford on the Upper West Side. So they headed north. Where Are America's Most Expensive Towns? A study analyzed areas with populations between 10,000 and 50,000 and found the ones that are as expensive as major coastal cities. A Grand Estate Is for Sale for the First Time in Decades In Greenwich, Conn., Edwin John Beinecke, a businessman and philanthropist, built a seven-bedroom mansion and sprawling grounds that have stayed in his family for four generations. See more real estate news Fashion & Style The Art of Dressing Gracefully This season at London Fashion Week, outfits on and off the runway felt a bit more mature. A Gay Brand Endured, and Evolved. So Did Its Founders. For 30 years, David Lauterstein has been making jockstraps, harnesses and other gear with his partner. In a new memoir, he paints a (very) colorful portrait of gay New York in the 1990s. Do You Remember the 21st Night of September? These Couples Will. The date is a favorite for weddings this year, thanks in part to the catchy Earth, Wind & Fire song. Also popular is Sept. 28. (Swifties will certainly know why.) See more fashion news Obituaries JD Souther, Who Wrote Hits for the Eagles and More, Dies at 78 A central figure in the Southern California rock scene of the 1970s, he later had a regular role on the TV show "Nashville." See more Obituaries Opinion Guest Essay The Political Cost to Kamala Harris of Not Answering Direct Questions Questions can be crystallizing for candidates and voters, and some politicians have had their finest moments answering tough questions on their feet. Paul Krugman The Fed's Big Rate Cut Wasn't Political. It Was an Economic No-Brainer. The cut was "jumbo." The implications are bigger. Guest Essay I Worked for the Fed. The Interest Rate Cut Is Only One Step in a Larger Plan. The agency's bold decision to cut its policy interest rate significantly affirms its commitment to keep the labor market strong. Guest Essay Are We Thinking About Obesity All Wrong? Experts are rushing to redefine obesity amid soaring demand for new weight loss drugs. Guest Essay Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese Deserve Better Gendered and racial narratives that have long stalked the interactions between white and Black women have come to dominate the talk about these two W.N.B.A. players. Guest Essay One of the World's Biggest Health Risks Is a Philanthropic Blind Spot Money to monitor air quality in some of the most polluted places in the world can lead to cleaner air and healthier populations. See more Opinion Need help? Review our newsletter help page or contact us for assistance. You received this email because you signed up for Today's Headlines from The New York Times. To stop receiving Today's Headlines, unsubscribe. 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