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Israel Strikes Near Beirut as Diplomatic Push Shows No Sign of Success

View in browser November 2, 2024, 4:00 a.m. Eastern time Top News Storms and Strikes Take a Toll on Pre-election Jobs Report U.S. payrolls grew by only 12,000 in October, a figure that left markets placid but fueled political contention. Unemployment remained 4.1 percent. Israel Strikes Near Beirut as Diplomatic Push Shows No Sign of Success The Biden administration sent envoys including the C.I.A. director to the Middle East this week, but Israel, Hezbollah and Hamas all appeared far from a deal to end the fighting. Harris and Trump Rally in Milwaukee as They Make Final Wisconsin Push The presidential rivals campaigned in the battleground state's largest city after Donald Trump tried to slightly soften his violent remarks about Liz Cheney, which Kamala Harris called "disqualifying." Editors' Picks 'There Is No "Just Moving On"': The Trials of a Grieving Father In an upstate New York courtroom, Thomas Rath faced down the man accused of orchestrating his son's murder. Opinion | Why Trump Has a More Plausible Path to the Presidency, in 19 Maps A Democratic strategist explains how a deadlocked presidential race may play out in the Electoral College. Today's Videos Video | Israeli Military Carries Out Raid in the Occupied West Bank The Israeli military said they killed several militants during a raid in the West Bank, in an operation that residents and humanitarian groups said caused significant damage to infrastructure. Video | How Trump Is Trying to Win Gen Z Men Young men in recent years have become more politically conservative. But will they vote? Kellen Browning, a New York Times reporter covering the 2024 election with a focus on Nevada and Arizona, discusses the Trump campaign's efforts to court the group. Video | Volunteers Clean Up Debris After Unprecedented Flooding in Spain Cars and homes were destroyed and streets were left clogged with mud in the wake of severe flooding in the Valencia region. Video | 'Blitz' | Anatomy of a Scene The writer and director Steve McQueen narrates a sequence from his film set in London during World War II. World In Spanish Town Devastated by Flood, a Grim Search for Bodies Rescuers in Paiporta, where more than 60 people died, were still pulling bodies from the mud. "We are alive," a resident said. "But we have lost everything." How Wagner's Ruthless Image Crumbled in Mali The Russian mercenary group operated with little pushback in the West African nation — until it launched one of its most ambitious missions. Repression Intensifies in the Country Hosting a Major Climate Meeting Human rights watchdogs say Azerbaijan is in the midst of a vicious campaign of repression. But in global geopolitics, this energy-rich Caucasus country now has a lot of leverage. See more world news U.S. Federal Jury Finds Ex-Officer Guilty of Violating Breonna Taylor's Rights The former detective fired 10 shots through Ms. Taylor's apartment in a raid in 2020 that set off a wave of protests across the country. When to Expect Results in Each State on Election Night, and Beyond The Times surveyed election officials in all 50 states to learn how they will count the votes, and when we might know the outcome in the battleground states. The Deadliest Year Inside One of America's Deadliest Jail Systems Riverside County, Calif., reported its highest detainee death count in decades, including multiple suicides that reveal deep institutional problems. See more U.S. news Politics Trump Is Courting Apolitical Young Men. Will It Pay Off? Gen Z men are increasingly turning away from the Democratic Party, swayed by the former president's bravado and irreverence. But they also do not usually vote in high numbers. U.S. Spy Agencies Issue New Warning on Russia's Election Misinformation Campaign Three recent videos have sought to undermine confidence in the security of the vote. Supreme Court Rejects Bid to Block Count of Some Pennsylvania Provisional Ballots Republicans had sought to block the counting of provisional ballots by voters whose mail-in ballots were deemed invalid. Democrats celebrated the ruling as a win in a crucial state. See more political news Business The Market Is Fairly Upbeat. Is It the Calm Before a Storm? Stocks have risen this year despite uncertainties and outright hostilities in U.S. politics and around the world. But bonds and other markets show signs of concern, our columnist says. Why There's Hope for U.S. Factory Towns Laid Low by the 'China Shock' Communities that suffered the worst of plant closings in recent decades are now gaining an outsize share of fresh investment and new jobs. They Barter and Trade to Survive. How Will They Vote? Many rural Americans engage in cashless barter systems to get food and firewood for heating and cooking. They value self-sufficiency, making them wary of government intervention. See more business news Technology I Took a 'Decision Holiday' and Put A.I. in Charge of My Life I thought it would make me put glue on pizza, but instead it entertained my children and got me to finally paint my office. How could it transform our daily lives? Nvidia Will Replace Intel in the Dow Jones Stock Index The change, starting next Friday, lifts a dominant player in artificial intelligence over its chip-making rival, which has struggled to keep up. Why a Memphis Community Is Fighting Elon Musk's Supercomputer Residents say Mr. Musk's data center for artificial intelligence is compounding their pollution burden and adding stress on the local electrical grid. See more technology news Sports The Controversy Over Playing the WTA Finals in Saudi Arabia In a country that is often criticized over its treatment of women, the tennis world debates the pros and cons of holding the elite women's tournament there. These Are the Best Places to Cheer for the New York City Marathon Here's our guide to picking a good cheering location, whether you are following one runner's progress or looking for a good spot to park yourself for the day. See more sports news Arts KAWS, the Collector, Says, 'I Don't Feel Like Anything Is Mine.' Some collectors treat artworks like poker chips and flip work by young artists. That's not Brian Donnelly. Now his finds star in a show. Hit Play About U.S. Constitution Debuts in Canada. Amended, of Course. How do you retool "What the Constitution Means to Me" for those unfamiliar with the U.S. Constitution? Consult Canada's Charter of Rights and Freedoms. Tom Hanks and Robin Wright Open a New Box The "Forrest Gump" stars were game to reunite with Robert Zemeckis for the technical experiment of "Here." De-aging? A static camera? They weren't fazed. See more arts news New York Eric Adams To Stand Trial On Corruption Charges in April, Judge Says Accused of conspiring to funnel illegal contributions from Turkey into his campaign coffers, Mr. Adams has pleaded not guilty. In Subway Chokehold Trial, Lawyers Spar Over Daniel Penny's Chokehold Mr. Penny is charged with manslaughter in the May 2023 killing of Jordan Neely, a homeless man menacing passengers in a subway car. Why There's a Fierce Pushback Against 5 N.Y.C. Ballot Proposals A broad coalition opposes the citywide questions placed on the ballot by Mayor Eric Adams's charter revision commission, saying they weaken City Council power. See more New York news Media & Advertising Hugh Hewitt, Conservative Columnist, Quits The Washington Post His decision came hours after he abruptly stormed off a broadcast of a live online Post talk show. Can Stories About Abortion Break Through the Noise? The reproductive rights activist Cecile Richards started a media project that merges activism and journalism on Instagram and TikTok, just days ahead of the presidential election. Books by Jodi Picoult, John Green and Stephen King Among the Most Banned in Schools A record number of books were banned in districts across the country during the 2023-2024 school year, according to a free speech organization. See more media & advertising news Food Kwame Onwuachi Is a Whole New Kind of Celebrity Chef With a raft of endorsement deals, star appearances and a new restaurant in Washington, he's won fame and clout that stretch far beyond the kitchen. Cooking With A.D.H.D. Can Be Overwhelming. These Cooks Are Finding Ways to Thrive. The disorder, which affects executive function, can cause distinct challenges in the kitchen, leaving many to develop their own accommodations. How a Tiny Vineyard Along an Interstate May Reshape the Wine Industry With eight rows of vines in San Francisco and a vision of inclusivity, Christopher Renfro and Project Two Eighty are training the next generation of winemakers. See more food news Obituaries Tsunehisa Katsumata, Top Executive in Power Plant Meltdown, Dies at 84 He was sued and prosecuted for his actions as chairman of the Japanese power company that ran the Fukushima nuclear facility when it failed in a 2011 earthquake and tsunami. Richard A. Fineberg, Relentless Skeptic of Alaska Pipeline, Dies at 83 A journalist and an analyst, he was driven to hold oil companies accountable. Earlier, he was on the storied boat Greenpeace when he and others tried to halt a nuclear test. See more Obituaries Opinion Gail Collins Let's Not Blow It Again Don't let the monarch of Mar-a-Lago take back his throne. Michelle Goldberg What I Truly Expect if an Unconstrained Trump Retakes Power The transition from democracy to autocracy is a process, not an on-off switch. Guest Essay There Is a Silver Lining in This Tense Election Year Widespread dissatisfaction with American politics can lead to major political reform. César Martínez Barba For Day of the Dead, a Burst of Flowers to Honor the Departed During the Day of the Dead, the cempasúchil, or marigold, is believed to guide spirits back home. In Mexico City, people who lost a loved one to Covid use the flower to honor their dead. Jamelle Bouie Donald Trump Is Done With Checks and Balances You aren't just choosing a candidate. You're choosing a theory of power. Guest Essay You Might Consider Praying It's what can we do when we don't know what to do. See more Opinion Need help? 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