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View in browser November 21, 2024, 4:10 a.m. Eastern time Top News Federal Inquiry Traced Payments From Gaetz to Women A document prepared by federal investigators bolsters claims by women who say they were hired for sex by Matt Gaetz, President-elect Donald J. Trump's choice for attorney general, who denies wrongdoing. Harris Loss Has Democrats Fighting Over How to Talk About Transgender Rights Kamala Harris left Donald J. Trump's anti-transgender attack ads largely unanswered. Some Democrats call it political malpractice. U.S. Casts Sole Vote Against Gaza Cease-Fire Resolution The U.S. veto at the U.N. came as the Biden administration's envoy in Lebanon reported "additional progress" on cease-fire talks in the war between Israel and Hezbollah. Editors' Picks Opinion | I Never Panic. I'm Panicking Now. With Trump's return, we are all about to find out how vulnerable we really are. Grieving Parents Ask: Should They Freeze Their Dead Son's Sperm? In Israel, the military is now offering to preserve the sperm of soldiers killed in war. Parents and widows are struggling with the decision. World Russia Intensifies Assaults on an Exhausted Ukraine Overextended Ukrainian forces lack manpower and artillery against Russian forces willing to absorb staggering casualties. Bad Air Chokes the Life Out of a Vibrant Pakistani City Lahore comes alive at night. But this year's record onslaught of cold-weather smog — residents call it the "fifth season" — has broken its rhythms. U.S. and Europeans Move to Censure Iran for Nuclear Secrecy Before Donald J. Trump takes office, the West wants to call out Iran for failing to adhere to treaty obligations to be transparent about its nuclear past and present. See more world news U.S. Intense West Coast Wind and Snow Knock Out Power and Close Roads The first "atmospheric river" storm of the season battered Northern California and the Pacific Northwest, disrupting travel and leaving at least two people dead from falling trees. Texas Puts More Buoy Barriers in the Rio Grande to Block Migrants The move by Gov. Greg Abbott, flouting a federal challenge, signaled that Texas expects to have a freer hand on the border under President-elect Donald J. Trump. Medicaid May Face Big Cuts and Work Requirements Republicans in Congress are eyeing cuts to Medicaid, which could threaten health coverage for tens of millions of poor Americans. See more U.S. news Politics Why Are Latinos Fleeing Democrats? Arizona's New Senator Offers Answers. After a victorious Senate campaign, Ruben Gallego thinks others can follow his lead by signaling that they hear Latino voters' economic pain. But repeating his success might not be so easy. 'Get Somebody Else to Do It': Trump Resistance Encounters Fatigue Donald J. Trump's grass-roots opponents search for a new playbook as they reckon with how little they accomplished during his first term. Behind the Scenes at a Secretive Gathering of Rising MAGA Donors The Winklevoss twins, Rebekah Mercer, allies of Elon Musk, Donald Trump Jr. and top Trump campaign aides recently joined a conclave of right-wing donors who are suddenly flush with power. See more political news Business U.S. Charges Indian Billionaire Adani With Fraud Over Bribery Scheme Gautam Adani and his associates were accused of paying more than $250 million in bribes to obtain lucrative solar energy contracts. How Retirement Rules Might (or Might Not) Change Under Trump Readers had questions about individual retirement accounts, distributions and access to brokerage accounts if they moved away from the U.S. Here are some answers. Target's Stock Plunges 21% on Weak Sales Ahead of Holiday Season The retailer's downbeat earnings report, which included lower profit and larger inventory, fell far short of Wall Street's expectations. See more business news Technology Nvidia Doubles Profit as A.I. Chip Sales Soar The company, which dominates the market for chips used to build artificial intelligence, expects another big jump in the current quarter. U.S. Proposes Breakup of Google to Fix Search Monopoly In a landmark antitrust case, the government asked a judge to force the company to sell its popular Chrome browser. How Google Spent 15 Years Creating a Culture of Concealment Trying to avoid antitrust suits, Google systematically told employees to destroy messages, avoid certain words and copy the lawyers as often as possible. See more technology news Arts Johnny Carson and the Fantasy of America The late-night host looms over the culture to this day, in part because he knew how to mix comedy and sex. But there was a darkness at the heart of his appeal. Who's Laughing Now? Banana-as-Art Sells for $6.2 Million at Sotheby's A conceptual artwork by Maurizio Cattelan, "Comedian," is just a fruit-stand banana taped on the wall. But 7 bidders were biting. It went to a crypto entrepreneur. 'Wicked' Fans Singing in Movie Theaters Are Anything but Popular Some fans who have attended early screenings of the film adaptation of the hit Broadway musical have treated it as a singalong. Not everyone is thrilled. See more arts news New York Is the Northeast Entering Its Wildfire Era? The New York region is unlikely to ever have as many brush fires as out West. But residents need to be ready for more droughts. Jessica Tisch, Sanitation Chief, Becomes 2nd Woman to Lead the N.Y.P.D. Ms. Tisch, a member of a prominent New York family who has held several positions in city government, will take over the nation's largest police department. Rudy Giuliani's New Lawyer Takes His Case to the Streets Mr. Giuliani has not turned over his apartment and other items to two women he defamed. His new counsel, a Staten Island divorce lawyer, held a sidewalk news conference. See more New York news Science What Trump's Return to Office Could Mean for Animals A second Trump administration could alter the lives of all sorts of animals, whether they live in laboratories, zoos, fields or forests. Weed for PTSD? Eager for Better Cannabis Science, F.D.A. Clears Study. The decision is the latest sign that federal health officials want more research on medical marijuana as its use grows. See more science news Magazine The Simple Trick That Makes Vegetables Their Best Selves Use the technique behind these butter-poached carrots to get the mushroomiest mushrooms or the green-beaniest green beans. No More Nostalgia Concerts, Please The culture industry keeps getting better at monetizing the past — including the new ritual of musicians playing old albums, in full, onstage. Was I Right to Chide the Man Who Complimented My Daughter-in-Law? The magazine's Ethicist columnist on the kinds of remarks strangers sometimes make about women's looks. See more magazine news Well Dr. Oz, Tapped to Run Medicare, Has a Record of Promoting Health Misinformation The heart surgeon turned TV star has championed healthy lifestyle habits. But he's also promoted sham diet pills and ineffective Covid-19 treatments. Bacteria Found in Tom's of Maine Toothpaste, Inspectors Say The U.S. Food and Drug Administration issued a warning letter, but not a recall, after microorganisms were found in water samples and finished toothpaste products. See more on Well Travel Someday, We'll Bike on a Path Across America. But First, Nebraska. A pedal-powered tour through the geographic midpoint of the proposed 3,700-mile Great American Rail Trail. The Frugal Traveler Remembers Arthur Frommer, the Guy Who Inspired Travelers to 'Just Do It' The creator of the popular guidebook series, who recently died, not only democratized travel, but supported sustainable travel, before it got that name. See more travel news Fashion & Style A Friend Lied About Her Dying Brother to Cancel Plans With Me. Help! A reader is struggling to forgive a fabricated excuse that involves a terminal cancer patient's turn for the worse. Yes, It Is Time to Start Planning Your Holiday Cards A good card takes some work, and there are a few basic rules to follow in order to make the process faster, easier and more efficient. Which Candidate Did They Vote For? Read Their Shirts. In the aftermath of the presidential election, voters are reaching for merchandise and political symbols either to celebrate the results or to make clear their opposition. See more fashion news Obituaries Reg Murphy, Newspaper Editor Whose Kidnapping Made Headlines, Dies at 90 He made his mark on newspapers in Atlanta, San Francisco and Baltimore, but may be best known for having been abducted in Atlanta in 1974. Vic Flick, Guitarist Who Plucked the James Bond Theme, Dies at 87 A busy session musician, he also recorded music for the Beatles' film "A Hard Day's Night" and contributed to several hit songs. Bill Moyes, Australian 'Birdman' Who Popularized Hang Gliding, Dies at 92 A modern-day Icarus, he set a world record for the longest unassisted flight, was arrested after soaring into the Grand Canyon and nearly killed himself several times. Diane Coleman, Fierce Foe of the Right-to-Die Movement, Dies at 71 Her fight for disability rights included founding a group called Not Dead Yet, which protested the work of Dr. Jack Kevorkian and others. See more Obituaries Opinion Guest Essay How Democrats Can Regain the Upper Hand Are there ways to bring the left and the center together without sacrificing either? Guest Essay There's One Person Trump Absolutely Needs in His Administration Robert Lighthizer has championed plans to revive American industry and transform the global economy. Guest Essay The Right's Triumph Over Social Media Under heavy pressure from the right, and with the help of Elon Musk, the leading social media platforms opened the floodgates for propaganda. Anna Marks The Bathrooms of the Capitol Are Now Unsafe Spaces Republicans are exploiting juvenile gossip and unfounded fears of sexual violence. Guest Essay How Kennedy Could Make It Harder for You and Your Family to Get Vaccinated As the nation's top health official, he could discourage vaccine research and production, and dissuade Americans from getting shots. letters Reading Books in College: A Lost Art? 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