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View in browser October 27, 2024, 4:00 a.m. Eastern time Top News Israel's Strike Marks New Phase of Conflict, but Stops Short of All-Out War Iran's initial reaction suggested that the sides had once again averted an uncontrolled war, even if the prospect looms larger than ever. They Used to Be Ahead in the American Economy. Now They've Fallen Behind. One economic question that really matters in an election year: Are others doing better than you? How Donald Trump Is Making Big Promises to Big Business Crypto. Big Oil. Tobacco. Vaping. The former president has been making overt promises to industry leaders, a level of explicitness rarely seen in modern presidential politics. Editors' Picks Do People in 'Blue Zones' Actually Live Longer? The premise is catchy, but some think it's based on faulty data. Opinion | How Bad Do You Want It, Ladies? Donald, your insecurity is showing. Today's Videos Video | What We Know About Israel's Strikes On Iran After military-on-military attacks, will Israel and Iran be able to contain their conflict? Maria Abi-Habib, an investigative correspondent for The New York Times, looks at an unprecedented new chapter in the Middle East. Video | Why Are North Korean Troops in Russia? Over the last month, North Korea's role aiding Russia in its war in Ukraine has significantly escalated. U.S. officials reported that North Korean soldiers are already operating in the Kursk region in western Russia, where Ukrainian forces are staging a counteroffensive. Michael Shear, a White House correspondent for The New York Times, explains what the deeping relationship between Russia and North Korea means for the war in Ukraine and the world. Video | Beyoncé Campaigns With Harris in Texas Beyoncé and Kelly Rowland expressed support for Vice President Kamala Harris at a campaign event focused on abortion rights in Houston on Friday night. World The Other War for These Gazans Is Against Cancer The small number of cancer patients from Gaza who are receiving care in Jordan's capital, Amman, bear burdens beyond those of illness — deep feelings of guilt, along with fear and homesickness. Ukraine Invaded Russia. Here's What It Was Like for Civilians. Russians in the area of Ukraine's invasion have described seeing signs of violent encounters, as well as respectful treatment from Ukrainian troops. The Man Who Shaped China's Strongman Rule Has a New Job: Winning Taiwan Xi Jinping's top adviser, Wang Huning, is credited with shaping the authoritarianism that steered China's rise. But can he influence Taiwan? See more world news U.S. This Florida Farmworker Is 75 and Still Toiling in the Heat After two heat strokes and damaged kidneys, José Delgado remains stunned that Florida banned counties from enacting protections for outdoor workers. Daughter of L.A. Times Owner Says Endorsement Decision Stemmed From Harris Stance on Gaza War After the paper canceled its planned endorsement of Kamala Harris, the owner, Patrick Soon-Shiong, said his daughter didn't speak for the organization. But many staff members questioned his motives. Fatal Drug Overdoses Are Dropping. Not Everyone Is Spared. Federal officials have celebrated a striking drop in drug overdoses across the country. But state-level data shows that Black people are suffering significantly worse outcomes than white people. See more U.S. news Politics The World According to Kamala Harris The rise of Kamala Harris, the tenacious child of high-achieving immigrants, is atypical. But her story is also distinctly American. Trump Escalates Threats as Campaign Enters Dark Final Stretch Top military leaders and high-ranking former officials from his administration have issued warning after warning that Donald J. Trump would rule as a dictator if given the chance. What to Know About the Chinese Hackers Who Targeted the 2024 Campaigns A group that experts call Salt Typhoon is believed to be behind a sophisticated breach of major telecommunication companies that has taken aim at American leaders. See more political news Business Inmate Labor Tests the Limits on 'Involuntary Servitude' A work-release program for Alabama prisoners provides labor for corporations and income for the state. Lawsuits are challenging its constitutionality. Jessica Tarlov Is the Liberal That Fox News Viewers Love to Hate A die-hard Democrat, she is a resident dissenter on "The Five," the most-watched show in cable news. Does she have the hardest job on television? France's Financial Morass Produces a Harsh Critique From Moody's The financial ratings agency, citing a "fiscal deterioration" with rising borrowing and a political logjam, downgraded its outlook for French debt. See more business news Arts Sean Combs's Empire: Winnowed, but Still Weighty The music mogul's business portfolio has shrunk, in part because of multiple sex abuse allegations, but his wealth remains a critical factor as his criminal case unfolds. Phil Lesh Didn't Hold Songs Down. He Lifted Them Higher. The Grateful Dead bassist found new melodic byways through every song. How a Play About A.I. Lured Robert Downey Jr. to Broadway In "McNeal," the playwright Ayad Akhtar explores the way artificial intelligence is disrupting the literary world and raising questions about creativity. See more arts news New York At First N.Y.C. Mayoral Forum, Five Democratic Candidates Attack Adams The event, hosted at a church in the Bronx, served as the unofficial start of the city's 2025 mayoral race. These Japanese Baseball Fans Love Ohtani. They Love the Yankees More. The best World Series outcome for one particular subset of fans? The Dodgers slugger hits four home runs in a game, and the Yankees win 5-4. Presidents, Conventions and Nazis: A Political History of 'The Garden' Madison Square Garden, where former President Donald J. Trump will hold a rally on Sunday, has hosted many political events, some of them notorious. See more New York news Fashion & Style Would You Pay Someone to Teach You How to Be an Influencer? Valeria Lipovetsky brings in millions of dollars as an online personality. Now she's teaching aspirants what she's learned — for a price. He Transformed the Red Carpet. Now What? For Daniel Roseberry, getting attention for Schiaparelli was the easy part. Now he needs to build a business. As the World Turns, So Do These Cameras Whirling 360-degree photo booths have gone from red carpets to bat mitzvahs to tourist sites like the Cradle of Humankind. See more fashion news Opinion Nicholas Kristof Trump Acts Erratically. Is This Age-Related Decline? If he were my dad, I'd want to take away the car keys — and nuclear codes. Guest Essay Democrats Finally Did What Sherrod Brown Asked For. It Might Be Too Late. Why Democrats in the Midwest are losing ground. Guest Essay The Push to Fire Lina Khan Reveals a Serious Problem in Silicon Valley Prominent venture capitalists' bashing of the F.T.C.'s chair is evidence of a troubled tech market. Guest Essay You'll Have to Take My Glass From My Cold, Wine-Stained Hand People are turning away from drinking. But a glass of wine offers transcendent benefits that, for me, far outweigh the risks. Jessica Grose Could Eminem Snap Gen X Voters Back to Reality? 50-something white men and the idea of freedom Jamelle Bouie We're Looking at the Wrong Gender Gap in Voting Young women support Harris more than young men support Trump. That might make the difference. See more Opinion Need help? Review our newsletter help page or contact us for assistance. 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