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05 Jul 2009 06:12
Sunday, July 5, 2009 - Last Update: 7:59 AM ET (11:59 GMT)
WIMBLEDON, England — Andy Roddick, with a new coach and a rejuvenated game, advanced to the men’s final to face a familiar adversary, Roger Federer.
Old Feelings, if Not Results, as Armstrong Returns
MONACO — The imposing Swiss rider Fabian Cancellara won the opening time trial by 18 seconds.
Christoph Bangert for The New York Times
Iraqi Seizes Chance to Make War Profitable
BAGHDAD — Araz M. Mohsin, a struggling baker before the war, has become rich by working with Americans in Iraq on construction projects.
O.A.S. Votes to Suspend Honduras Over Coup
WASHINGTON — The Organization of American States voted to suspend Honduras, but stopped short of calling on member countries to impose sanctions.
From the Week in Review
MOSCOW — The success of President Obama’s trip to Moscow will depend in part on his grasp of the mentality of today’s Russia.
12:34 AM ET
Russia Calls on U.S. to Compromise on Missile Defense
By REUTERS 3:12 AM ET
Russian President Dmitry Medvedev said in an interview published Sunday that the United States must compromise on plans for a missile defense system in Europe to get a deal on cutting back nuclear warheads.
Governing Party in Albania Seeks to Assemble a Coalition
By THE ASSOCIATED PRESS
TIRANA, Albania — The opposition Socialist Party said the prime minister and the Democratic Party were acting prematurely in building a government during an election recount.
Obama Backs Medvedev's Judicial Reforms57 minutes ago
Crime And Crisis Focus Of Bulgarian Election7:52 AM ET
Bulgarian Voters Expected to Punish Government7:30 AM ET
Iran Cleric Says British Embassy Staff to Stand Trial
By JOHN F. BURNS and STEPHEN CASTLE
LONDON — Iran's plan to put some British embassy staff members on trial could provoke a tightening of European sanctions.
French: Sub Hears Signal From Yemenia Black Boxes13 minutes ago
Zimbabwe Vows to Withdraw Army From Diamond Fields35 minutes ago
Somali Fighting Kills at Least 12 in Mogadishu46 minutes ago
Week in Review »
The Diva Spy
“Monsieur Butterfly” once gave me a gift of rare jewels, and I accepted.
Editorial: Not Much Relief
The Obama antiforeclosure plan should reduce principal rather than reduce monthly payments.
Gadgetwise »
Saving Paper and Ink at the Price of Speed
A start-up that wants to save the planet and save you money by reducing printer waste.
Freakonomics »
Translation and the Market
Why would native Dutch people read English translations of non-Dutch novels?
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Federer Chasing History at Wimbledon
July 5, 2009, 8:48 AM
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Globespotters: At Berlin's Movie Theaters, There's Art-House and There's Underground
July 5, 2009, 6:00 AM
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Times Traveler: Pressure Off Theatres Under New Police Chief
July 5, 2009, 12:01 AM
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04 Jul 2009 20:30
11:26 PM ET (03:26 GMT)
Leading Clerics Defy Ayatollah on Disputed Iran Election
By MICHAEL SLACKMAN and NAZILA FATHI 23 minutes ago
CAIRO — The most important group of religious leaders in Iran called for the results to be thrown out, the most public sign of a major split in the clerical establishment.
Obama’s Youthful Ideals Shaped the Long Arc of His Nuclear-Free Vision
By WILLIAM J. BROAD and DAVID E. SANGER
President Obama is pushing for new global rules, treaties and alliances to establish a nuclear-free world, a vision he developed as a college student.
Differences Grow Wider Over Coup in Honduras
By GINGER THOMPSON and MARC LACEY
WASHINGTON — It was clear that the post-coup government was squaring for a fight, and some in the Organization of American States were prepared to push back.
Weary of War, Young Afghans Pay for an Exit
KABUL, Afghanistan — Young Afghans are abandoning their country, frustrated by endless war, a lack of prospects and the slow pace of change.
Justyna Mielnikiewicz for The New York Times
Week in Review
MOSCOW — The scene on Tverskaya Street in the capital. After years of chaos, Russians put a premium on stability.
Swiss Rider Steals Tour de France’s Spotlight
By JULIET MACUR 13 minutes ago
MONACO — On the first day of the Tour de France, the imposing Swiss rider Fabian Cancellara won the opening time trial by 18 seconds.
44 minutes ago
Myanmar Junta Rebuffs Effort by U.N. Leader to Meet With Jailed Dissident
By NEIL MacFARQUHAR
YANGON, Myanmar — Ban Ki-moon said his request to see the democracy leader Daw Aung San Suu Kyi had been rejected by Myanmars ruling generals.
By CLIFFORD J. LEVY 37 minutes ago
By MARC SANTORA
BAGHDAD — A once-struggling Iraqi has become rich by working with Americans first as an interpreter and then on construction projects.
Obama Says U.S. A Strong Partner Of Iraq Despite Pullout8:32 PM ET
US Military Deaths in Iraq War at 4, 3227:30 PM ET
7:28 PM ET
Palins Move Shocks G.O.P. and Leaves Future Unclear
By ADAM NAGOURNEY and JIM RUTENBERG
Gov. Sarah Palins move shocked Republicans and fueled renewed speculation about her presidential ambitions and criticism of her political competence.
Owners of Mexican Day-Care Center Charged in Fire
55 minutes ago
Secretary General: OAS Fails to Reinstate Zelaya10:10 PM ET
With More Prisoners Comes a Tide of Troubled Children
By ERIK ECKHOLM
WASHINGTON — New long-term studies that followed children with parents in prison found they experienced social isolation and depression and had fewer prospects as adults.
Palin to Resign as Governor of Alaska
“If the Republicans can’t find someone a bit more experienced in politics rather than a quitter, then they probably will have to resign themselves for another generation of Democratic ‘rule,’ ” writes Rhoda in Costa Rica
Gail Collins: Sarah’s Straight Talk
“It is laughable to hear the Republican boosters try to spin Palin's latest erratic behavior into a masterstroke of political genius,” writes Jeffrey in London
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Straight Sets: Wimbledon's Hold on Sampras
July 4, 2009, 8:30 PM
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Injury to Wang, but Hughes Will Stay in Bullpen
July 4, 2009, 7:52 PM
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Gadgetwise: GreenPrint Saves Paper and Ink at the Price of Speed
July 4, 2009, 6:30 PM
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M N O P
July 4, 2009, 6:00 PM
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The Fifth Down: Steve McNair Reportedly Killed
July 4, 2009, 5:09 PM
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The Best Kids' Books Ever!
July 4, 2009, 10:52 PM
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My M.A., a Source of Pride and Regret
July 4, 2009, 4:00 PM
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Got those blues
July 4, 2009, 2:57 PM
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04 Jul 2009 11:47
1:50 PM ET (17:51 GMT)
Defying U.S., North Korea Fires Barrage of Missiles
7:02 AM ET
SEOUL — Seven missiles were fired into the sea between North Korea and Japan, flouting a United Nations resolution.
Honduras Withdraws From Group of Nations
12:30 PM ET
TEGUCIGALPA, Honduras — Honduras withdrew from the Organization of American States before that organization could oust it over a military coup.
5:34 AM ET
2 U.S. Soldiers Killed in Taliban Attack
Facing a Crisis, Aborigines Stage Interventions of Their Own12:17 PM ET
If White House Is Her Goal, Palin’s Route Is Risky20 minutes ago
Eros Hoagland for The New York Times
Weary of War, Afghans Pay for an Exit
By ADAM B. ELLICK
KABUL, Afghanistan — A surge of young Afghans are abandoning their country, frustrated by endless war, a lack of prospects and the slow pace of change.
Serena Takes Back Wimbledon
By CHRISTOPHER CLAREY 12:22 PM ET
WIMBLEDON, England — Serena Williams steamrolled her sister, 7-6 (3), 6-2, to earn her third Wimbledon championship and 11th singles title.
Heading to Russia, Obama Is Mindful of Its Power Equation
By CLIFFORD J. LEVY 12:19 PM ET
MOSCOW — As he heads to Russia, President Obama must prepare for separate meetings with President Dmitri A. Medvedev and Prime Minister Vladimir V. Putin.
Rescuers Find Debris Of Yemenia Aircraft1:44 PM ET
Reporters Notebook: In Iraq, Biden Paints a Holiday Ceremony With Colorful Talk1:20 PM ET
1:20 PM ET
Rescuers Recall Saving Sole Plane Crash Survivor46 minutes ago
Rescuers Find Debris Of Yemenia Aircraft1:44 PM ET
Palestinian Police Arrest West Bank "Plotters"12:52 PM ET
Tax Bill Appeals Take Rising Toll on Governments
By JACK HEALY 12:46 PM ET
Homeowners in the U.S. are challenging their property tax bills in droves as the value of their homes drop, threatening local governments with another big drain on their budgets.
SoCal Asian Communities Aim to Weed Out Toxic Fish2 minutes ago
Analysis: Palin's Resignation Hurts Her Future3 minutes ago
OAS Eyes Honduras Suspension, but Beaten to Punch3 minutes ago
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Formula One: Bernie's Dictators
July 4, 2009, 1:39 PM
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The Caucus: Sunday's Breakfast Menu, July 5
July 4, 2009, 1:00 PM
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The Quad: The Quad Countdown: No. 59 Arizona State
July 4, 2009, 12:39 PM
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Dot Earth: Post-Bubble Landscapes
July 4, 2009, 12:18 PM
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Wordplay: Acrostic
July 4, 2009, 12:00 PM
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A Day To Remember a Legend
July 4, 2009, 11:35 AM
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For July 4, Fix the Jefferson Memorial!
July 4, 2009, 11:19 AM
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04 Jul 2009 03:11
Saturday, July 4, 2009 - Last Update: 5:09 AM ET (09:09 GMT)
By MICHAEL SLACKMAN
CAIRO — The Iranian government has made it a practice to publicize confessions from political prisoners, often subject to sleep deprivation, solitary confinement and torture, rights groups say.
Palin Resigning Governor’s Job; Future Unclear
Gov. Sarah Palin’s move shocked Republicans and fueled renewed speculation about her presidential ambitions and criticism of her political competence.
Yana Paskova for The New York Times
Journeys
Coordinated Cheering and Bento Boxes
By INGRID K. WILLIAMS
Japanese baseball fans, like these at a Yomiuri Giants game in the Tokyo Dome, don’t sit on their hands.
North Korea Tests Ballistic Missiles
By CHOE SANG-HUN 3:56 AM ET
SEOUL — The testing of multiple missiles with a range of about 300 miles added to regional tensions.
Astana Has a Leader (Maybe Two)
By JULIET MACUR
MONACO — The Astana team’s manager had a little problem: Should he designate Lance Armstrong or Alberto Contador as the team leader?
In Villages, Marines Work to Win Over Afghans
By THE ASSOCIATED PRESS
NAWA, Afghanistan — A new military strategy seeks not just to oust the Taliban, but also to implant a government presence.
Russia to Open Airspace to U.S. for Afghan War
MOSCOW — The move is one of the most concrete achievements in the effort to rebuild strained U.S.-Russian relations.
North Korea Defies U.S. With New Missile Launches1 minute ago
Nine Chechen Police Killed In Russia's Ingushetia12 minutes ago
U.N.'S Ban Denied Suu Kyi Meeting22 minutes ago
Sudan Police Search For Kidnapped Aid Workers32 minutes ago
South Africa: 31 Die After Circumcisions9:58 PM ET
Envoy Seeks Ousted Honduran Presidents Return
TEGUCIGALPA, Honduras — As José Miguel Insulza arrived in Honduras, thousands rallied for and against the presidents ouster.
Family Friendly White House Is Less So for Aides
By RACHEL L. SWARNS
WASHINGTON — While the Obamas have promised to accommodate employees with children, the demands of working for the president have made work-family balance elusive.
SC Serial Killer Conjures Memory of 60s Murderer24 minutes ago
The Nation's Weather24 minutes ago
Obama to Mark July 4, Daughter's Birthday Saturday
Weekend Opinionator: Madoff's Sentence
A century and a half is a long time. But it was a huge crime.
Style »
Audio Slide Show: Fashion Fireworks
Gigantic fake jeweled necklaces, sparkling like fireworks.
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The Fifth Down: N.F.L. Coaches Visiting Troops on the Fourth
July 4, 2009, 6:00 AM
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Lens: Showcase: On, and Off, the Road
July 4, 2009, 5:00 AM
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Wheels: Tata Introduces Limping Luxury Brands to India
July 4, 2009, 2:00 AM
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Bats: The Race for First
July 4, 2009, 12:55 AM
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Times Traveler: Two July 4 Certainties: Fireworks and Fatalities
July 4, 2009, 12:01 AM
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Pogue's Posts: The Wattage Riddle
July 3, 2009, 11:59 PM
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Weekend Opinionator: Did Madoff Get More Than He Deserved?
July 3, 2009, 10:01 PM
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Dick Cavett: Sky's the Limit
July 3, 2009, 10:00 PM
Times Traveler »
Fireworks and Fatalities
A look back 100 years at American independence day celebrations both festive and disastrous from New York to Berlin.
Well »
How much is cost a factor in your effort to shed pounds?
Bits »
Apple, Acer and Arrington?
Michael Arrington, the founder of the TechCrunch blog, says he will begin selling a touch-screen tablet for Web surfing this summer.
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03 Jul 2009 17:50
8:45 PM ET (00:46 GMT)
Russia Opens Route for U.S. to Fly Arms to Afghanistan
5:53 PM ET
MOSCOW — The opening of the corridor is one of the most concrete achievements in the effort to rebuild strained U.S.-Russian relations.
By JOHN F. BURNS and STEPHEN CASTLE 6:52 PM ET
LONDON — Iran's plan to put some British embassy staff members on trial could provoke a tightening of European sanctions.
Envoy for Honduran Crisis Arrives
By MARC LACEY 6:21 PM ET
TEGUCIGALPA, Honduras — As José Miguel Insulza arrived in Honduras, thousands rallied for and against the president’s ouster.
Robert DeBerry/The Mat-Su Valley Frontiersman, via Associated Press
Palin to Resign as Governor of Alaska
By ADAM NAGOURNEY and JIM RUTENBERG 11 minutes ago
Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin hugs Alaska Lt. Gov. Sean Parnell after she announced she would be stepping down.
Roddick Wins the Battle of the Andys
By CHRISTOPHER CLAREY 3:15 PM ET
WIMBLEDON, England — Andy Roddick advanced to his third Wimbledon final and will face Roger Federer, who can break the record for career Grand Slam singles titles.
BRATISLAVA — Slovakia still exudes uncertainty 16 years after its “velvet divorce” from the Czech Republic.
Israel and U.S. to Hold Second Meeting
By ETHAN BRONNER
JERUSALEM — The Israeli defense minister and the Obama administrations Middle East envoy will confer for the second time in a week to pursue regional peace efforts, a senior Israeli official said.
Syrian Leader Invites Obama to Visit, Raising Hope of Policy Shift5 minutes ago
Top Reformers Admitted Plot, Iran Declares27 minutes ago
Biden Warns Iraq Leaders Of Return to Ethnic Fights34 minutes ago
Irish Aid Worker Kidnapped In Darfur7:12 PM ET
African Leaders Denounce International Court5:40 PM ET
Protesters Block Paris Airport Over Yemen Crash4:30 PM ET
Swine Flu Death Toll in Argentina Climbs12 minutes ago
OAS Chief Tells Honduras to Let Zelaya Go Back7:42 PM ET
Honduras Rejects OAS Appeal to Restore President7:40 PM ET
The Saturday Profile
A Pentagon Trailblazer, Rethinking U.S. Defense
By ELISABETH BUMILLER 6:34 PM ET
WASHINGTON — Michèle A. Flournoy, the Undersecretary of Defense for Policy, is considered the brains of the Pentagon building.
Western countries must engage Iran in a way that will give hope to the opposition and reinforce the doubts of Iran's political elites.
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Trying to Heal a Tennis Rift at Wimbledon
July 3, 2009, 7:53 PM
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Well: Weight Loss and Your Budget
July 3, 2009, 7:21 PM
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Palin to Resign as Governor of Alaska
July 3, 2009, 5:30 PM
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The Week in Culture Pictures, July 3
July 3, 2009, 5:23 PM
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You're the Boss: S.B.A. Lending: Down, but Looking Up
July 3, 2009, 3:39 PM
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City Room: The Week in Pictures for July 3
July 3, 2009, 3:30 PM
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Paul Krugman: Whom the gods would destroy ...
July 3, 2009, 8:39 PM
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Ellen Johnson Sirleaf and War Crimes?!
July 3, 2009, 12:26 PM
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03 Jul 2009 08:17
11:13 AM ET (15:13 GMT)
Iran Cleric Says British Embassy Staff to Stand Trial
10:09 AM ET
PARIS — The announcement by Iranian authorities that they would put some embassy staff members on trial for spurring on protests against the government could deepen the diplomatic crisis with the European Union.
The White House is replacing workplace raids and roundups of workers by immigration authorities with a less confrontational approach to employers such as American Apparel.
Srdjan Suki/European Pressphoto Agency
Federer Reaches 7th Wimbledon Final
22 minutes ago
WIMBLEDON, England — Roger Federer victory over Tommy Haas puts him within one win of a record 15th Grand Slam title.
LASHKAR GAH, Afghanistan — A new American military operation in southern Afghanistan may ignite further tensions among a weary population, officials warn.
Neighbor’s Shadow Still Large in Slovakia
By DAN BILEFSKY 8:20 AM ET
BRATISLAVA — Sixteen years after its “velvet divorce” from the Czech Republic, Slovakia is a nation still exuding uncertainty.
U.N. Chief Seeks Release of Aung San Suu Kyi
By ALAN COWELL 6 minutes ago
NAYPYIDAW, Myanmar — Secretary General Ban Ki-moon arrived in Myanmar on Friday to lobby for the pro-democracy leader’s release.
- Times Topics: Daw Aung San Suu KyiBan Ki-moon
By PETER BAKER
MOSCOW — The president said that Vladimir V. Putin had one foot in the cold war, but that Dmitri A. Medvedev was ready to move on.
Italian Train Derailment Death Toll Rises to 222 minutes ago
Russia Approves Bill Easing Pressure on NGOs2 minutes ago
Obama Appeals to Skeptical Russians35 minutes ago
By SHERYL GAY STOLBERG and TIMOTHY WILLIAMS
BAGHDAD — Vice President Joseph R. Biden Jr. began a two-day mission that he said was intended to re-establish contact with Iraqi leaders.
Iran Cleric Says UK Embassy Staff Face Trial40 minutes ago
Vice President Biden Discusses US Future in Iraq57 minutes ago
Iran Threatens Trial for British Embassy Staff57 minutes ago
MADRID — Bahia Bakari arrived in Paris on Thursday for an emotional reunion with her father, just as the French media raised new concerns about air safety.
Darfur Rebels Sign Deal With Sudan Opposition Party6:55 AM ET
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African Leaders Approve Plan to Strengthen Union12:42 AM ET
TEGUCIGALPA, Honduras — The head of the Organization of American States said he was prepared to call for sanctions if he failed during a visit to the country.
Brazil: Senegal Took Control of Doomed Flight24 minutes ago
Honduras to Meet OAS But Tells Zelaya "Don't Come"9:34 AM ET
Interim Honduras Leader Hints Open to Early Vote3:30 AM ET
Indian Court Overturns Gay Sex Ban
“I’m just thinking of all those who are not here today with us to celebrate ... those who have fought hard to fight homophobia in India, those who have contributed to the LGBT movement,” writes Sonali, New Delhi
Kristof Op-Ed: Brains and Climate Change
“You’ve accurately described the two forces in American society. ... It’s not ‘conservatives’ versus ‘socialists’ or liberals. It’s rational adults versus irrational lunatics,” writes Olivier S., Amsterdam
After the Crackdown
The West must engage Iran in a way that will give hope to the opposition and reinforce the doubts of Iran's political elites.
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Straight Sets: Williams Sisters Move to Doubles Final
July 3, 2009, 11:06 AM
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Motherlode: Lessons from a Pregnant Fighter Pilot
July 3, 2009, 11:00 AM
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ArtsBeat: Strong Sales Continue for Michael Jackson Albums
July 3, 2009, 10:51 AM
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The Caucus: Powell Expresses Concerns Over Obama's Packed Agenda
July 3, 2009, 10:32 AM
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The Moment: The Digital Ramble | Summer Blockbusters
July 3, 2009, 10:13 AM
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Slap Shot: Free Agents Still Available on Day 3
July 3, 2009, 9:59 AM
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Morning Skim: 'Bomb Iran,' Shame About Hussein and More
July 3, 2009, 9:50 AM
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It's a weird, weird, weird, weird world
July 3, 2009, 9:03 AM
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Weekend Competition: Inflationary Language
July 3, 2009, 4:15 AM
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02 Jul 2009 21:33
Friday, July 3, 2009 - Last Update: 12:09 AM ET (04:09 GMT)
Russia’s Neighbors Resist Wooing and Bullying
By ELLEN BARRY 41 minutes ago
MOSCOW — Using carrots and sticks, Russia has tried to win over its ex-Soviet neighbors, but they often have other ideas.
U.S. Faces Resentment in Afghan Region
By CARLOTTA GALL 41 minutes ago
LASHKAR GAH, Afghanistan — A new American military operation in southern Afghanistan may ignite further tensions among a weary population, residents and local officials warn.
In Tactical Shift, Troops Will Stay and Hold Ground in Afghanistan
By THOM SHANKER and RICHARD A. OPPEL Jr. 41 minutes ago
WASHINGTON — Almost 4,000 Marines moved to clear Taliban fighters from the volatile Helmand River valley.
- U.S. Soldier May Be in Taliban Hands5:40 PM ET
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U.S. Shifts Strategy on Illicit Work by Immigrants
By JULIA PRESTON 42 minutes ago
The Obama administration is replacing workplace raids with a less confrontational approach to employers such as American Apparel.
Ed Wray for The New York Times
A Political Symbol Emerges in Indonesia
By NORIMITSU ONISHI 49 minutes ago
JAKARTA, Indonesia — The jilbab, the Islamic style of dress in which a woman covers her head and neck, has become an issue in Indonesia’s presidential campaign.
Green Power Takes Root in the Chinese Desert
By KEITH BRADSHER 51 minutes ago
DUNHUANG, China — Beijing is steering a push toward wind and solar power, while the U.S. is just starting.
In Myanmar, U.N. Chief Lobbies to Free Suu Kyi
The U.N. secretary-general said he planned to lobby Myanmars junta chief directly Friday for the release of the pro-democracy leader Aung San Suu Kyi.
Yemenia Crash Stirs Calls for Stronger Watchdogs11:23 PM ET
Preparing for Trip to Russia, Obama Praises Putins Protégé, at Putins Expense11:21 PM ET
10:05 PM ET
Coffers Empty, California Pays With I.O.U.s
LOS ANGELES — Vendors and taxpayers awaiting refunds will get i.o.u.s as the governor and state lawmakers continue to wrangle over how to close a $27 billion budget gap.
Stationery Fiends
“Print is not dead. The hand-written letter, on a quality stationery, can communicate the importance or emotion of its message,” writes Chris R. in Savannah, Georgia
Remembering Karl Malden
“From ‘On the Waterfront’ to ‘Baby Doll’ to ‘A Streetcar Named Desire’ and beyond, this man did some of the finest film work in American cinema. A true classic,” writes Al
Eating to Fuel Exercise
How, when and what to eat and drink before, during and after exercise.
- Nuns in the U.S. Are Facing Scrutiny by the Vatican
- In Pakistani Relief Camps, Charities Press Anti-U.S. View
- 'Moneyball' Movie: Strikeout, or in Extra Innings?
- Losing Honduras, Zelaya Wins Outside Support
- Obama's Stance Deflects Chvez's Finger-Pointing
- When Our Brains Short-Circuit
- To Critics, New Policy on Terror Looks Old
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Bitten: The Virtues of Lobster Stock
July 3, 2009, 12:01 AM
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Times Traveler: New Low for Death Rates in New York City
July 3, 2009, 12:01 AM
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Baghdad Bureau: Video: Baghdadis' Reaction to U.S. Withdrawal From Cities
July 2, 2009, 11:57 PM
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Wordplay: Like Duck Soup
July 2, 2009, 10:00 PM
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DealBook: Merkin Claims Investors Knew About Madoff
July 2, 2009, 8:45 PM
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Media Decoder: From the Inbox: Washington Post Cancels 'Salon'
July 2, 2009, 8:26 PM
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Room for Debate: Health Care Hopes and Realities
July 2, 2009, 8:00 PM
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Paul Krugman: Yes, we can
July 2, 2009, 6:43 PM
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Up: Unemployment, Wall Street Bonuses
July 2, 2009, 3:03 PM
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02 Jul 2009 11:51
1:58 PM ET (17:59 GMT)
9:36 AM ET
- U.S. Soldier Captured in Afghanistan6:41 AM ET
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U.S. Job Losses Rise in June as Unemployment Reaches 9.5%
By PETER S. GOODMAN and JACK HEALY 38 minutes ago
The pace of job losses quickened last month with the American economy shedding 467,000 jobs, as unemployment rose to its highest level in 26 years.
Confidence in Economy Sends China Stocks Higher
By DAVID BARBOZA 10:43 AM ET
SHANGHAI — Stock indexes have been posting broad increases, so much so that analysts say it’s almost 2007 all over again.
Kirsty Wigglesworth/Associated Press
Another All-Williams Final at Wimbledon
By CHRISTOPHER CLAREY 12:44 PM ET
WIMBLEDON, England — Venus Williams defeated Dinara Safina, 6-1, 6-0, setting up a showdown in the final against her sister, Serena, who rallied past Elena Dementieva in three sets.
Biden Arrives in Iraq as Violence Flares Again
By THE ASSOCIATED PRESS 33 minutes ago
Vice President Joseph R. Biden Jr. arrived for meetings with Iraqi leaders as bombings again hit Baghdad two days after the withdrawal of U.S. troops.
Inquiry Finds French Flight Struck Ocean Intact
By NICOLA CLARK and MATTHEW L. WALD 53 minutes ago
PARIS — The Air France jet that crashed into the Atlantic, killing all 228 people aboard, did not break up in the air but rather hit the water intact, investigators said.
Indian Court Overturns Gay Sex Ban
By HEATHER TIMMONS and HARI KUMAR 11:44 AM ET
U.S. Job Losses Rise in June as Unemployment Reaches 9.5%
By PETER S. GOODMAN and JACK HEALY 38 minutes ago
The pace of job losses quickened last month with the American economy shedding 467,000 jobs, as unemployment rose to its highest level in 26 years.
European Central Bank Leaves Rate Unchanged
By MATTHEW SALTMARSH
PARIS — Having lowered its main refinancing rate to 1 percent, the bank appears to have adopted a wait-and-see approach to additional stimulus.
Bomber Strikes Government Bus in Pakistan
By SALMAN MASOOD 1:23 PM ET
ISLAMABAD, Pakistan — A suicide bomber riding a motorbike rammed into a government bus in Rawalpindi, police officials said, killing at least one person and injuring 28 others.
Italian Quake Town Dramatises G8 Summit Challenges11 minutes ago
Japan's Amano Elected Head Of U.N. Nuclear Watchdog18 minutes ago
In Refugee Aid, Pakistans War Has New Front29 minutes ago
Comoros Crash Survivor Welcomed Back Home in Paris13 minutes ago
Japan's Amano Elected Head Of U.N. Nuclear Watchdog18 minutes ago
"War on Terror" Used to Target Minorities - Report43 minutes ago
Japan's Amano Elected Head Of U.N. Nuclear Watchdog18 minutes ago
"War on Terror" Used to Target Minorities - Report43 minutes ago
Fighting Rages In Somalia, AU May Strengthen Force1:03 PM ET
Compromise Is Sought to Honduras Standoff
TEGUCIGALPA, Honduras — A flurry of negotiations began on Wednesday to lay the groundwork for a possible return of the nations ousted president, Manuel Zelaya.
Japan's Amano Elected Head Of U.N. Nuclear Watchdog18 minutes ago
Doomed Air France Plane Hit Sea Intact1:15 PM ET
Diplomats Reach for Solution to Honduras Coup12:50 PM ET
California Starting to Pay With I.O.U.s
By JENNIFER STEINHAUER 1:08 PM ET
LOS ANGELES — California will begin to pay vendors and taxpayers with i.o.u.s as the governor and state lawmakers continue to wrangle over how to close a $27 billion budget gap.
U.S. Marines Try to Retake Afghan Valley
“This operation may indicate whether Afghanistan is ‘winnable’. Several years late — perhaps too late,” writes Gary Peschell in Ontario
David Pogue: A Router So Complete, and Vexing
“This D-Link router reeks of yet another engineer- rather than consumer-driven product: incomplete documentation, unlabeled ports ... No excuse for sending out a product in this condition,” writes NN in California.
Editorial: Carry-On Bags
Op-Eds, France's Burqa Ban: Pro | Against
Ban Ki-Moon: Solidarity
Op-Ed: I.T. Threats
We’re programmed to act on the risks we faced in the Pleistocene Age but less adept with current problems.
Asia »
Journey to India Is Inside the Mind
As Anand Giridharadas prepares to leave India, his mind goes back to his earliest memories ot it.
Motherlode »
Choosing a Legal Guardian for Your Child
How do you decide who to name as a legal guardian for your children?
Goal »
The Donovan-Beckham Feud
A new book details a tense relationship between Galaxy stars David Beckham and Landon Donovan of the U.S. who calls Beckham a bad teammate.
Well »
Celiac Disease Becoming More Common
Celiac disease, an immune system reaction to the proteins in wheat, is on the rise.
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Diner's Journal: Joe Jr., We Hardly Knew Ye
July 2, 2009, 2:44 PM
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ArtsBeat: Cleveland Museum Returns Works to Italy
July 2, 2009, 2:28 PM
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Economix: Uncle Sam Still Wants You
July 2, 2009, 2:15 PM
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The Caucus: Obama on the Economy, Affirmative Action and More
July 2, 2009, 2:04 PM
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The Old Man: My Death With Dignity
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Green Inc.: Shell Disputes Amnesty Report on Nigeria
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Freakonomics: The Danger of Safety
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Schott's Vocab: The Mafia's Foreign Minister
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Morning Skim: Regime Change How-To
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02 Jul 2009 01:08
Thursday, July 2, 2009 - Last Update: 4:03 AM ET (08:03 GMT)
U.S. Marines Try to Retake Afghan Valley From Taliban
By RICHARD A. OPPEL Jr.
KABUL — Almost 4,000 U.S. Marines moved to clear insurgents from the hotly contested Helmand River valley before the nation’s Aug. 20 presidential election.
In Refugee Aid, Pakistan’s War Has New Front
QASIM PULA, Pakistan — Hard-line Islamist charities are using a refugee crisis to sour public opinion about the United States.
Nuns in the U.S. Are Facing Scrutiny by the Vatican
By LAURIE GOODSTEIN
The Vatican is quietly conducting two sweeping investigations of American nuns, leaving some fearful that they are the targets of a doctrinal inquisition.
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The Shifting American Footprint in Iraq
The withdrawal of U.S. troops from Iraqi cities has been an evolving process.
Photographs by Valerio Mezzanotti for The New York Times
Fashion Review
Struggling to Stay Relevant on Planet Paris
By CATHY HORYN
PARIS — At the spring 2010 men’s shows, designers were struggling against the profound realities of tighter credit and wary consumers. |
Slide ShowArgentines Question Vote During Outbreak
By ALEXEI BARRIONUEVO and DONALD G. McNEIL Jr.
SÃO PAULO — Health officials said canceling last weekend’s elections would have allowed the country to declare a state of emergency for the swine flu epidemic.
New Delhi Court Overturns Gay Sex Ban
By HEATHER TIMMONS 12 minutes ago
NEW DELHI — In a ruling that could usher in an era of greater freedom for gays and lesbians in India, New Delhi’s highest court decriminalized homosexuality.
Compromise Is Sought to Honduras Standoff
By MARC LACEY and GINGER THOMPSON
TEGUCIGALPA, Honduras — A flurry of negotiations began on Wednesday to lay the groundwork for a possible return of the nation’s ousted president, Manuel Zelaya.
37 U.S. Senators Urge Vietnam to Free Imprisoned Priest
By REUTERS
WASHINGTON — The Rev. Thadeus Nguyen Van Ly, a human rights advocate, was sentenced to eight years in prison in 2007 on charges of spreading anti-government propaganda.
School Built on Cemetery Provides Lesson in History
After months of delicate negotiations in the medieval hilltop city of Toledo, the remains of 103 Spanish Jews have found a permanent resting place.
Europe Weighs Pulling Envoys From Tehran
PARIS — The European Union is considering pulling out all 27 ambassadors in a dispute over Irans detention of British Embassy personnel.
Plane With Comoros Crash Survivor Arrives in Paris
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Facing Deficits, Some States Cut Summer School
By SAM DILLON
COCOA, Fla. — Thousands of school districts across the country have trimmed or eliminated summer classes, ignoring pleas from the Education Department to use stimulus money to retain them.
Readers’ Comments »ArtsBeat: The Times’s 1982 Review of ‘Thriller’
“The reviewer was wrong in one respect, that Jackson’s evolution as an artist was ‘far from finished.’ I think that ‘Thriller’ was pretty much the peak of Michael Jackson’s development as an artist,” writes ACW
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Technology »
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Users who are always online share advice for improving your Web habits.
Bloggingheads: Burqa Ban
Michelle Goldberg and Dana Goldstein, both of The American Prospect, debate France’s proposed ban on burqas.
Kristof: When Brains Short-Circuit
We’re programmed to act on the risks that confronted us in the Pleistocene Age but less adept with 21st-century challenges.
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The Lettered Set
Personalized stationary is thriving, in spite of the prevailing digital culture.
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With Budgets Tight, Less Flash for July 4th
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Geoff MacDonald breaks down the semifinal matches of Wimbledon’s men's doubles tournament.
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The Malthusian Insult
What very few people realize is that Malthus was right about most of human history, writes Paul Krugman.
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Lens: Showcase: Life Behind Glass
July 2, 2009, 4:00 AM
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The Moment: Scent Notes | Menthe Fraiche by Heeley
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The Local - Maplewood: Shop Talk: Are You Raising Green Monsters?
July 2, 2009, 12:13 AM
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Times Traveler: Mayor Replaces Top Tier of Police Department
July 2, 2009, 12:01 AM
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Straight Sets: What to Watch For in Men's Doubles
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Wordplay: Poet
July 1, 2009, 10:00 PM
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Nicholas D. Kristof: When Our Brains Misjudge Risk
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Timothy Egan: Capture the Flag
July 1, 2009, 10:00 PM
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Happy Days: Once Upon a Time in the Bronx
July 1, 2009, 9:50 PM
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Carbon tariffs - the legal aspects
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01 Jul 2009 15:15
5:29 PM ET (21:29 GMT)
In Pakistani Relief Camps, Charities Press Anti-U.S. View
By JANE PERLEZ and PIR ZUBAIR SHAH 17 minutes ago
QASIM PULA, Pakistan — Hard-line Islamist charities are using the refugee crisis to sour public opinion about the United States and the fight against the Taliban.
Honduras Gets Ultimatum From American Nations
By GINGER THOMPSON 4:02 PM ET
WASHINGTON — The Organization of American States gave Honduras three days to restore the deposed president.
- Ouster Was Legal, Honduran Military Says11:08 AM ET
Haas and His Comeback Act Move to Semifinals
By CHRISTOPHER CLAREY 3:35 PM ET
WIMBLEDON, England — Tommy Haas claimed his first spot in the Wimbledon semifinal, where he will meet Roger Federer.
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Toledo Journal
A Medieval Cemetery Shakes Modern Spain
By VICTORIA BURNETT 4:11 PM ET
After months of delicate negotiations, the remains of 103 Spanish Jews whose graves were excavated during a construction project have found a resting place.
Jackson’s Will Could Set Off Legal Struggle Over Estate
By JONATHAN D. GLATER and LIZ ROBBINS 11 minutes ago
LOS ANGELES — A 2002 will by Michael Jackson filed in Los Angeles Superior Court could lead to conflict over the singer’s assets between the family and the will’s executors.
Europe Weighs Pulling Envoys From Tehran
By ALAN COWELL and STEPHEN CASTLE 1:52 PM ET
PARIS — The European Union is considering pulling out all 27 ambassadors in a dispute over Iran’s detention of British Embassy personnel.
152 Dead in Crash, and One Story of Survival
By STEVEN ERLANGER 17 minutes ago
PARIS — The relatives of the young girl who survived the crash on Tuesday related how she clung to the wreckage.
An Accord in Pakistan Is Scrapped by Militants
By SALMAN MASOOD
ISLAMABAD — A Taliban group said it would withdraw from a peace deal with the government to protest continuing strikes by American drones.
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Freight Train Derailment and Explosion Kill 17 in Italy
10:23 AM ET
ROME — A freight train carrying liquid gas derailed late Monday on the Tuscan coast, causing an explosion that left 17 dead and more than 34 injured.
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Iraq Far Behind in Mine Clearance4:20 PM ET
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Honduran Military Says Ouster Was No Coup
2:03 PM ET
TEGUCIGALPA, Honduras — The chief lawyer of the Honduran armed forces insisted that what soldiers carried out over the weekend when they detained President Manuel Zelaya was no coup détat.
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California Girds for Fiscal Emergency
By JESSE McKINLEY and SUSAN SAULNY 2:30 PM ET
With budget deadlines missed and coffers running empty, officials in California began extending state employee furloughs, prepping IOUs, and swapping blame.
Readers’ Comments“There was no coup. The President was the one who disobeyed the Constitution and was trying to give a coup by going ahead with an unconstitutional referendum,” writes Souza in Sao Paulo, Brazil
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Detroit Electric’s Asian Ambitions
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City Room: Increase Is Seen in Number of Restraining Orders
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Paul Krugman: O'Reilly predicted this
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God and Mark Sanford
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The Fight Over 'Free'
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Bubble Science
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The Conversation: The Good, the Bad, the Ugly
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