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05 Jul 2009 07:44
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Why Short Al, Talkative Fan, Calls No More
By COREY KILGANNON
Albert Kaufman was a sports talk show fixture, until his calls stopped.
Clive Brunskill/Getty Images
Wimbledon Updates
Federer and Roddick Face Off
By GEOFF MacDONALD
Andy Roddick, above, squandered four set points in losing the second-set tie-breaker to Roger Federer in the men’s final. They have each taken a set.
- Scoreboards: Women'sMen's
- Roddick’s Test in the Final: Him Again
By CHRIS HINE and JUDY BATTISTA
McNair and a woman were found dead in a condominium in Nashville, the police said.
Steve McNair, a Super Bowl Quarterback, Is Shot to Death
By CHRIS HINE and JUDY BATTISTA 1:03 AM ET
Interactive Feature: Fireworks Over the Hudson
A panoramic view of the Macy’s Fourth of July fireworks show from 34th Street in Manhattan.
Zimbabwe Vows to Pull Troops Out of Diamond Fields
21 minutes agoTelevision Networks Planning Jackson Coverage
21 minutes agoBulgarian Voters Expected to Punish Government
22 minutes agoIn Sundays Times
Magazine »
Can Will Allen make the inner city the next front in the good-food movement?
Styles »
A generation used to summer internships and trips to Italy faces long, hot days learning to kick back.
Helping Patients Get Back on All Four Feet
Despite the recession, animal health care technicians continue to be in high demand.
Op-Classic, 2006: Keep the Crown Closed
Three architects detailed why reopening the Statue of Liberty’s crown to visitors was a bad idea.
How I Feel About My M.A.
Room for Debate readers discuss whether a graduate degree is a wasted, or worthy, effort.
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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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Al Franken's secret
July 5, 2009, 10:02 AM
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04 Jul 2009 22:01
Sunday, July 5, 2009 12:55 AM ET
Try the new Global Edition. International news from a global perspective. Switch to Global Edition »
Jason DeCrow/Associated Press
The Macy’s Fourth of July fireworks were displayed over the Hudson River for the first time since 2000.
Leading Clerics Defy Ayatollah on Disputed Iran Election
By MICHAEL SLACKMAN and NAZILA FATHI 20 minutes ago
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.
By LIZ ROBBINS and COLIN MOYNIHAN
For the first time since the 9/11 attacks, the public had a chance to climb to the crown of the Statue of Liberty on Saturday.
At Pinnacle of Liberty, Feeling a Bit Confined
By LIZ ROBBINS and COLIN MOYNIHAN
For the first time since 9/11, the public had a chance to climb to the crown of the Statue of Liberty.
Steve McNair, a Super Bowl Quarterback, Is Shot to Death
By JUDY BATTISTA and CHRIS HINE 15 minutes ago
McNair and a woman were found dead with gunshot wounds in Nashville, the police said.
Many churches are trying to embrace Facebook and other social media networks, but it has been an uneasy alliance thus far.
Allen Klein, 77, Dies; Managed Music Legends
By BEN SISARIO
Mr. Klein managed the business affairs of Sam Cooke, the Rolling Stones and, for a short time, the Beatles.
Week in Review
Another Example of the G.O.P. Split
By SAM TANENHAUS
Gov. Sarah Palin’s rise to the national ticket was itself the result of tension in the Republican Party.
Serena Williams Takes Back Wimbledon
Serena Williams steamrolled her sister Venus, 7-6 (3), 6-2, to earn her third Wimbledon championship and 11th singles title.
OAS Suspends Honduras After Coup
10 minutes agoSerena Too Hot For Venus to Handle
13 minutes agoEditorialNot Much Relief
The Obama antiforeclosure plan should reduce principal rather than monthly payments to restore equity to borrowers.
Travel »
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Times Traveler: Pressure Off Theatres Under New Police Chief
July 5, 2009, 12:01 AM
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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 Is Killed in Shooting
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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04 Jul 2009 13:15
3:55 PM ET
Tax Bill Appeals Take Rising Toll on Governments
By JACK HEALY 41 minutes ago
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.
Political Memo
If White House Is Her Goal, Palin’s Route Is Risky
By ADAM NAGOURNEY 2:47 PM ET
Sarah Palin may be looking to the next few years to do what Nixon did to prepare for his successful run for the White House in 1968.
Honduras Withdraws From Group of Nations
By MARC LACEY 2:47 PM ET
Honduras withdrew from the Organization of American States before that organization could oust it over a military coup.
Eros Hoagland for The New York Times
Weary of War, Afghans Pay for an Exit
By ADAM B. ELLICK 41 minutes ago
Young Afghans are abandoning their country, frustrated by war, a lack of prospects and the slow pace of change.
Youthful Ideals Shaped Obama Goal of Nuclear Disarmament
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.
Defying U.S., North Korea Fires Barrage of Missiles
By CHOE SANG-HUN 7:02 AM ET
Seven missiles were fired into the sea between North Korea and Japan, flouting a United Nations resolution.
Why Short Al, Talkative Fan, Calls No More
By COREY KILGANNON 42 minutes ago
A regular caller to a sports talk show had memories that went back to his childhood in the 1930s. Then one day, the calls stopped.
Our Father, Lead Us to Tweet, and Forgive the Trespassers
By PAUL VITELLO 41 minutes ago
Many churches are trying to embrace Facebook, MySpace and other social media networks, but it has been an uneasy alliance thus far.
Slide Show: Scenes From an Empty City
Virtually empty subways, parties in the park and desolate streets: the first day of a holiday weekend in New York City.
Nationals Rally for 5-3 Win Over Braves
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Business »
Ire at Madoff Swings Toward the Referee
Many victims have directed their anger at a lawyer caught in a no-win situation, Joe Nocera writes.
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Ollie In, Redding and Fernando Martinez Out
July 4, 2009, 3:24 PM
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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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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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For July 4, Fix the Jefferson Memorial!
July 4, 2009, 11:19 AM
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Ollie In, Redding and Fernando Martinez Out
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04 Jul 2009 04:34
Saturday, July 4, 2009 7:10 AM ET
College Stars Sue Over Likenesses in Video Games
By KATIE THOMAS
Players contend the N.C.A.A. and a video game maker should pay college athletes for using their likenesses in popular electronic games.
Todd Heisler/The New York Times
A City Empties Out
By ANDY NEWMAN
Who was left behind on a long holiday weekend? Tourists, New York’s finest and a family of sparrows. Sean Rippe, above, leaped over a fence along Flushing Bay.
Russia to Open Airspace to U.S. for Afghan War
The move is one of the most concrete achievements in the effort to rebuild strained U.S.-Russian relations.
Back to Business
By ERIC LIPTON and ANDREW MARTIN
Bulk deposits from brokers fueled growth at smaller banks, but also led some to the brink, and beyond.
‘Family Friendly’ White House Is Less So for Aides
By RACHEL L. SWARNS
While the Obamas have promised to accommodate employees with children, the demands of working for the president have made work-family balance elusive.
In Public Housing, Talking Up the Recycling Bin
By MIREYA NAVARRO
In the General Grant Houses in Manhattan, two women are spreading the word about recycling, door by door.
Audio Slide Show: On the Street | Fashion Fireworks
Gigantic fake jeweled necklaces — sparkling like fireworks — are just the thing to cheer up last year’s dress.
Weekend OpinionatorMadoff's Sentence
A century and a half is a long time. But then again, his was an astonishing crime.
Auto EgoAccumulated, if Not Curated
Lenny Shiller, who owns 57 classic cars and trucks, prefers cars that are not “what everybody else has.”
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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
Talk Show: The Sky’s the Limit
Dick Cavett’s childhood passion for fireworks hasn’t really faded.
Op-Ed: We the Bachelors
During the Revolution, our unmarried founders fought for independence and their equality, writes John Gilbert McCurdy.
Immoral Leaders
A Bloggingheads Video discussion on whether politicians should be role models.
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03 Jul 2009 19:12
9:56 PM ET
Palin Resigning Governor’s Job; Future Unclear
By ADAM NAGOURNEY and JIM RUTENBERG 14 minutes ago
Gov. Sarah Palin’s move shocked Republicans and fueled renewed speculation about her presidential ambitions and criticism of her political competence.
Robert DeBerry/The Mat-Su Valley Frontiersman, via Associated Press
Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin hugs Alaska Lt. Gov. Sean Parnell after she announced she would be stepping down as governor.
Top Reformers Admitted Plot, Iran Declares
By MICHAEL SLACKMAN 1 minute ago
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.
Russia Opens Route for U.S. to Fly Arms to Afghanistan
By PETER BAKER 14 minutes ago
The opening of the corridor is one of the most concrete achievements in the effort to rebuild strained U.S.-Russian relations.
Biden Warns Iraq Leaders Of Return to Ethnic Fights
By SHERYL GAY STOLBERG 30 minutes ago
Vice President Joseph R. Biden Jr. said that the United States would not remain engaged in Iraq if the country reverts to sectarian violence.
ArtsBeat Blog
Tickets Available by Lottery for Jackson Memorial
By LISA TOZZI 6:47 PM ET
11,000 tickets to Michael Jackson’s memorial at Los Angeles’s Staples Center on Tuesday will be given away.
Roddick Wins the Battle of the Andys
23 minutes ago
Andy Roddick advanced to his third Wimbledon final and will face Roger Federer, who can break the record for career Grand Slam singles titles.
Envoy Seeks Ousted Honduran President’s Return
By MARC LACEY 1 minute ago
As José Miguel Insulza arrived in Honduras, thousands rallied for and against the president’s ouster.
In Villages, Marines Work to Win Over Afghans
By THE ASSOCIATED PRESS
A new military strategy seeks not just to oust the Taliban, but also to implant a government presence.
City RoomA concerned citizen seeks to protect the flora of a public park from the unwitting ravages of a child.
R&B Singer Maxwell Ends Seven - Year Break
8 minutes agoMOUNTAIN OF DEBT: Rising Debt May Be Next Crisis
31 minutes agoUS Into Second Round at U-19 Basketball Worlds
35 minutes agoOp-EdLife, Liberty and Benign Monarchy?
In 1776, Democracy was far from inevitable.
Independence, British-Style
Our founders cast British tradition in a new mold.
Movies »
Reviews
Your Money »
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Wordplay: Private Reading
July 3, 2009, 10:00 PM
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Bits: Apple, Acer, and...Arrington?
July 3, 2009, 9:21 PM
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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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The Caucus: 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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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
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Whom the gods would destroy ...
July 3, 2009, 8:39 PM
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Wordplay: Private Reading
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03 Jul 2009 10:03
12:55 PM ET
Iran Cleric Says British Embassy Staff to Stand Trial
By ALAN COWELL and STEPHEN CASTLE 10:09 AM ET
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.
Toby Melville/Reuters
Federer Reaches 7th Wimbledon Final
By CHRISTOPHER CLAREY 11:23 AM ET
Roger Federer’s victory over Tommy Haas puts him within one win of a record 15th Grand Slam title.
Your Money
A Day Off to Tackle the Financial To-Do List
By RON LIEBER 11:15 AM ET
Taking time, 10 or 12 hours, to tackle ever-postponed money tasks and clear the books can be lucrative.
Bias Suit a Test of Resolve for Hispanic Man
Called a turncoat by some, a New Haven firefighter has held to a view that merit should prevail over affirmative action in governing promotions.
U.N. Chief Meets With Myanmar Junta51 minutes ago
Suspected Nazi Said Fit to Stand Trial15 minutes ago
Pakistani Army Helicopter Crash Kills 2611:46 AM ET
Green Power Takes Root in the Chinese Desert
One in 8 Million
The Mature Actress
Joy Seligsohn, 82, returned to acting eight years ago, playing “ages 65 to death.”
StreetscapesFor a Lullaby, the Bip-Bop-Bip of Tennis Balls
The apartment building at 440 East 56th Street is an exemplar of how modernism and humanism can coexist.
Editorial Observer
Americans consider cheating on taxes less reprehensible than cheating on a spouse, writes Eduardo Porter.
Health Care Struggles
Room for Debate readers describe how they navigate a broken system.
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ArtsBeat: Algerian Singer Cheb Mami Sentenced for Abducting Woman
July 3, 2009, 12:50 PM
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Slap Shot: The Morning Skate: Courting Koivu, Rangers' Vulnerability and Teemu's Last Time
July 3, 2009, 12:40 PM
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The Local - Maplewood: On Tour: Music in the Park, and More
July 3, 2009, 12:23 PM
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City Room: Complaint Box | Going Behind a Tree
July 3, 2009, 12:10 PM
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In Transit: Sunday Preview
July 3, 2009, 12:00 PM
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Straight Sets: Federer Reaches 7th Straight Wimbledon Final
July 3, 2009, 11:21 AM
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Ellen Johnson Sirleaf and War Crimes?!
July 3, 2009, 12:26 PM
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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 23:10
Friday, July 3, 2009 2:00 AM ET
U.S. Shifts Strategy on Illicit Work by Immigrants
By JULIA PRESTON
The Obama administration is replacing workplace raids and roundups of workers by immigration authorities with a less confrontational approach to employers such as American Apparel.
Russia’s Neighbors Resist Wooing and Bullying
By ELLEN BARRY
Using carrots and sticks, Russia has tried to win over its ex-Soviet neighbors, but they often have other ideas.
Gerard Julien/Agence France-Presse — Getty Images
After Crash, Calls for Aviation Watchdogs
By VICTORIA BURNETT
In the wake of the Yemenia crash, a debate is gaining ground over how to police airlines in the developing world. Above, victims’ relatives mourning in France.
For Hispanic Firefighter in Bias Suit, Awkward Position but Firm Resolve
By A. G. SULZBERGER
Called a turncoat by some, a New Haven lieutenant has held to a view that merit should govern promotions.
For Hispanic Firefighter in New Haven Bias Suit, Awkward Position but Firm Resolve
By A. G. SULZBERGER
Called a turncoat by some, a New Haven lieutenant has held to a view that merit should govern promotions.
A new American military operation in southern Afghanistan may ignite further tensions among a weary population, residents and local officials warn.
Audio Slide Show: Ole Time, New Masters
Performers at a bluegrass and fiddle festival in Union Grove, N.C., jam to old-time tunes.
Times staff members are answering questions from readers. |
Lakers Poised to Lose Ariza to Rockets, Gain Artest
8 minutes agoJackson Ex-Wife Shows Interest in Custody of Kids
10 minutes agoObama to Tell Putin: Time to Move Past Cold War
11 minutes agoEditorialAfter 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 — without provoking a backlash.
- 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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Questions/Answers: Q. and A. on the Tour de France
July 3, 2009, 12:49 AM
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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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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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02 Jul 2009 13:34
4:21 PM ET
U.S. Job Losses Rise in June as Unemployment Reaches 9.5%
By PETER S. GOODMAN and JACK HEALY 1:20 PM ET
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.
Markets Fall After Jobs Report
By GERRY SHIH 1 minute ago
Wall Street ended the week with a sharp decline, spurred by the June jobless report. The Dow fell by more than 200 points.
Biden Visits Iraq, Underscoring Fragile Sovereignty
By SHERYL GAY STOLBERG and TIMOTHY WILLIAMS 44 minutes ago
Vice President Joseph R. Biden Jr. began a two-day mission that he said was intended to “reestablish contact” with Iraqi leaders.
California Starting to Pay With I.O.U.’s
By JENNIFER STEINHAUER 53 minutes ago
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.
Eros Hoagland for The New York Times
U.S. Faces Resentment in Afghan Region
By CARLOTTA GALL 3:05 PM ET
A civilian was questioned by British and Afghan troops in Helmand Province, an area seething with popular anger where United States Marines have begun a new offensive.
U.S. Marines Try to Retake Afghan Valley
9:36 AM ET
Almost 4,000 Marines moved to clear Taliban fighters from the hotly contested Helmand River valley.
- U.S. Soldier Captured in Afghanistan11:38 AM ET
In New York City, Fewer Murders on Rainy Days
By ANDREW W. LEHREN and CHRISTINE HAUSER 2:20 PM ET
An analysis of rainfall and homicides for the last six years shows that when it rains substantially in the summertime, there are fewer homicides.
Inquiry Finds French Flight Struck Ocean Intact3 minutes ago
Washington Post Cancels ‘Salons’ With Lobbyists1:10 PM ET
Judge Throws Out Convictions in MySpace Suicide20 minutes ago
11:44 AM ET
Japanese Diplomat Elected U.N. Nuclear Chief1:44 PM ET
Sole Comoros Crash Survivor Arrives in France1 minute ago
Agreement Near on Memorial for Jackson
By JONATHAN D. GLATER and LIZ ROBBINS 19 minutes ago
Michael Jackson’s family was in discussions about a public event memorializing the pop singer at the Staples Center in Los Angeles.
Left, Toby Melville/Reuters; Kirsty Wigglesworth/Associated Press
Another All-Williams Final at Wimbledon
By CHRISTOPHER CLAREY 3:03 PM ET
Serena Williams rallied past Elena Dementieva and Venus defeated Dinara Safina to set up a rematch of last year’s women’s final.
Readers’ Comments »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.
Obama Uneasy Over Indefinite Gitmo Detentions
19 minutes agoTax Revenue Drop Fuels States' Financial Crisis
20 minutes agoGeller, Ex-Bodyguard Tell of Jackson Drug Abuse
21 minutes agoTHEATER »
Thriller Live in London
The music of Michael Jackson comes to the stage.
You Scream, I Scream for a New Career
Weary of long inflexible hours and a commute, a Wall Street worker moves into the ice cream business.
Richard Conniffs true tales from a house on Webster Avenue.
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In Women's Doubles, a Contrast in Styles
July 2, 2009, 3:55 PM
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The Fifth Down: Jets' Calvin Pace Suspended for Using Performance Enhancer
July 2, 2009, 3:53 PM
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Slap Shot: The Morning Skate: Things Change on Free Agency Day 1
July 2, 2009, 3:52 PM
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The Local - Fort-Greene: Unsettling In
July 2, 2009, 3:48 PM
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Strap Hanging
July 2, 2009, 3:44 PM
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You're the Boss: Talking Entrepreneurship on Fox Business
July 2, 2009, 3:40 PM
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The Opinionator: Up: Unemployment, Wall Street Bonuses
July 2, 2009, 3:03 PM
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Freakonomics: The Danger of Safety
July 2, 2009, 2:42 PM
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The Mafia's Foreign Minister
July 2, 2009, 1:41 PM
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02 Jul 2009 03:00
Thursday, July 2, 2009 5:49 AM ET
Facing Deficits, Some States Cut Summer School
By SAM DILLON
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.
U.S. Marines Try to Retake Afghan Valley From Taliban
By RICHARD A. OPPEL Jr.
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.
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.
Interactive GraphicThe Shifting American Footprint in Iraq
The withdrawal of U.S. troops from Iraqi cities has been an evolving process.
Béatrice de Géa for The New York Times
Custom Stationery in an E-mail Age
By PENELOPE GREEN
Elaborate personalized stationary is thriving, in spite of, or perhaps because of, the prevailing digital culture.
For an Insider, a Lonely Road to Senate Run
By RAYMOND HERNANDEZ
Rep. Carolyn B. Maloney, a quintessential New York liberal, is fighting an uphill battle for the seat held by Kirsten E. Gillibrand.
For an Insider, a Lonely Road to Senate Run
By RAYMOND HERNANDEZ
Representative Carolyn B. Maloney, a quintessential New York liberal, is fighting an uphill battle for the seat held by Kirsten E. Gillibrand.
In Refugee Aid, Pakistan’s War Has New Front
Hard-line Islamist charities are using a refugee crisis to sour public opinion about the United States.
Congressional Memo
What’s So Super About a Supermajority?
By CARL HULSE
The Democrats will be the first party in 30 years to have a 60-vote majority in the Senate. Now’s the hard part.
Finding Debt a Bigger Hurdle Than Bar Exam
By JONATHAN D. GLATER
Robert Bowman, an aspiring lawyer, was refused entry to the New York bar because of $400,000 in student debt.
Personal Tech »
A Day With 400 Tweets Starts With Simplicity
Users who are always on the Internet share advice for streamlining Web habits.
Happy Days: Once Upon a Time in the Bronx
One family's tales bring pride, pleasure and a visit from Legs Diamond.
In Room for Debate, Chuck Colson and others discuss the governor’s use of biblical references.
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Risk Cuts at Morgan May Lead to a Loss
July 2, 2009, 5:50 AM
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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
July 2, 2009, 3:51 AM
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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
July 1, 2009, 10:20 PM
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Momshell
July 2, 2009, 4:58 AM
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Nicholas D. Kristof: When Our Brains Misjudge Risk
July 1, 2009, 11:59 PM
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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
July 1, 2009, 8:51 PM
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01 Jul 2009 17:17
8:05 PM ET
In Pakistani Relief Camps, Charities Press Anti-U.S. View
By JANE PERLEZ and PIR ZUBAIR SHAH 5:12 PM ET
Hard-line Islamist charities are using the refugee crisis to sour public opinion about the United States and the fight against the Taliban.
Jackson’s Will Could Set Off Legal Struggle Over Estate
By JONATHAN D. GLATER and LIZ ROBBINS 6:13 PM ET
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.
Magazine Preview
Who Can Possibly Govern California?
By MARK LEIBOVICH
Budget shortfalls, perennial legislative gridlock and endless voter initiatives — who would want the job?
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Review
Tully Hall Makeover, Warts and All
By ALLAN KOZINN
The renovation of Alice Tully Hall has been widely praised, but The Times’s critic finds the space corporate, sterile, claustrophobic and acoustically arid.
Karl Malden, Actor Who Played the Uncommon Everyman, Dies at 97
By ROBERT BERKVIST 1 minute ago
Mr. Malden’s half-century in show business carried him from theater to films to television’s “The Streets of San Francisco.”
By GINGER THOMPSON 15 minutes ago
The Organization of American States gave Honduras three days to restore the deposed president, Manuel Zelaya.
Judge Rules for J.D. Salinger in ‘Catcher’ Copyright Suit
By SEWELL CHAN 18 minutes ago
A federal judge banned publication in the United States of a book containing a 76-year-old version of Holden Caulfield.
Room for Debate
God and Mark Sanford
How do religious experts view the South Carolina governors frequent spiritual references?
Teen Clung to Comoros Plane Wreckage for 13 Hours
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A Guiding Hand
Some major corporations offer programs to mentor small companies, particular minority-owned ones.
Breaking Into Starbucks
A deal with the giant coffee chain is a boon for KIND Fruit + Nut Bars.
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