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How the Cole Disaster Drove the U.S. to Develop New Warship Defenses
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4/21/2026 2:01 AM
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Open Story
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| The Navy destroyers enforcing a blockade of Iranian ports carry weapons fielded after an American warship was attacked and nearly sunk more than 25 years ago. |
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Trump and Iran Face Off in Iran War Negotiations
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4/20/2026 6:14 PM
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Open Story
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| As the United States and Iran make a second attempt at a deal, their negotiating styles are on a collision course. |
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Oil Prices Recede and Stocks Gain as Investors Eye Peace Talks
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4/21/2026 4:28 AM
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Open Story
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| Oil prices pulled back and stocks inched higher as investors looked to the possibility of a second round of peace talks between the United States and Iran. |
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Labor Secretary Resigns Amid Scandals, and F.B.I. Director Sues Over Drinking Claims
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4/21/2026 3:00 AM
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Open Story
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| Plus, what to know about Apple’s next C.E.O. |
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Virginia Redistricting Referendum: What to Watch
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4/21/2026 2:01 AM
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Open Story
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| In the latest gerrymandering clash before the midterm elections, voters in Virginia will decide on Tuesday whether to approve a map that would give Democrats more House seats. |
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A Governor Who Stressed Pragmatism Is Hounded by Politics
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4/21/2026 2:01 AM
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Open Story
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| Gov. Abigail Spanberger of Virginia has emphasized practical governance as her brand, but the political fight over redistricting has dominated her term so far. |
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Democrat Betty Yee Leaves the California Governor’s Race
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4/20/2026 6:22 PM
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Open Story
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| Xavier Becerra, who once struggled to gain traction, has found growing support after Eric Swalwell left the race amid sexual harassment allegations. |
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Kevin Warsh, Trump’s Pick to Lead Fed, Faces Senate at Tricky Moment
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4/21/2026 2:03 AM
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Open Story
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| Kevin M. Warsh has enough support to become the next chair of the Federal Reserve, but a criminal investigation into the central bank stands in his way. |
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Supreme Court Reviews F.C.C.’s Enforcement Power Against Communications Companies
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4/21/2026 2:02 AM
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Open Story
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| AT&T and Verizon were penalized millions of dollars for what the agency said was a failure to protect consumer information. The companies say they were deprived of their right to a jury trial. |
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Lori Chavez-DeRemer, Trump’s Labor Secretary, Steps Down Amid Internal Investigation
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4/21/2026 4:43 AM
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Open Story
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| Lori Chavez-DeRemer was facing multiple scandals and an internal inquiry into charges of misconduct. |
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A Wish List for the Man Replacing Tim Cook as Apple’s C.E.O.
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4/21/2026 2:03 AM
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Open Story
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| John Ternus, an Apple veteran who runs hardware engineering, will take over an extraordinarily profitable company in need of new ideas. |
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How Apple Became a $4 Trillion Company Under Tim Cook
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4/21/2026 2:03 AM
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Open Story
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| If the Steve Jobs era was defined by technological innovation, the Tim Cook period was one of exceptional financial growth. |
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Even Without Internet Access, Prisoners Are Trying to Benefit From A.I.
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4/21/2026 2:00 AM
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Open Story
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| Most prisons forbid online access. But inmates are finding ways to ask chatbots questions anyway. |
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Want to Speak to the Manager? At a New San Francisco Store, That’s A.I.
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4/21/2026 2:02 AM
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Open Story
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| Andon Market in San Francisco is billed as the first retail boutique run by an artificial intelligence agent. So far, the inventory seems random, and there are too many candles. |
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Japan to Sell More Weapons Abroad, Breaking With Postwar Pacifism
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4/20/2026 11:03 PM
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Open Story
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| Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi reversed limits on arms exports as Japan faces rising threats from China and unpredictability from its main ally, the United States. |
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Louisiana Killer’s Threats to Himself and Others Hinted at Future Violence
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4/20/2026 5:20 PM
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Open Story
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| Shamar Elkins had been suffering severe mental health problems, his family said. His deadly rampage, which killed eight children, has profoundly scarred a community facing rising domestic violence. |
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What’s in a Name? For These Snails, Legal Protection
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4/21/2026 12:00 AM
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Open Story
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| Scientists are debating the classification of threatened mollusks that an Indigenous community relies on for their way of life. |
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‘Wagyu’ Used to Guarantee Quality Beef. What Are You Paying for Today?
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4/21/2026 2:01 AM
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Open Story
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| Behind the scenes, competing forces battle for the reputation of prestige meat. |
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My Child Died of Measles
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4/21/2026 4:05 AM
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Open Story
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| If more people had gotten the vaccine, she might still be here. |
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Can Kevin Warsh Pass the Jerome Powell Test?
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4/20/2026 10:00 PM
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Open Story
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| The question of the central bank’s independence looms over the economy. |
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Pain at the Pump
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4/21/2026 4:16 AM
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Open Story
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| We look at the changes in gas prices. |
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Jimmy Kimmel Refers to Kash Patel’s Job in the Past Tense
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4/21/2026 12:06 AM
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Open Story
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| The late night host called him “our soon-to-be former F.B.I. director” after publication of an article in The Atlantic alleging excessive drinking and unexplained absences. |
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London Braces for Disruption From Tube Drivers’ Strike
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4/20/2026 9:01 PM
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Open Story
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| The dispute over working conditions and hours is expected to cause widespread delays, stopping service on two lines. |
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Canadian Tourist Is Killed in Shooting at Mexico’s Pyramids
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4/20/2026 8:58 PM
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Open Story
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| A gunman opened fire at the Teotihuacán archaeological site outside Mexico City before killing himself, the authorities said. Six Americans were among those injured, including two from gunshots. |
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Harvey Weinstein’s Third Trial on Rape Charge Opens in Manhattan
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4/21/2026 2:02 AM
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Open Story
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| Harvey Weinstein is accused of raping an actress in a Manhattan hotel more than a decade ago. After an overturned conviction and a hung jury, he will face the charge once again. |
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Fired U.K. Official Describes ‘Pressure’ From Starmer’s Office for Envoy’s Appointment
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4/21/2026 2:51 AM
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Open Story
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| The prime minister’s office was “dismissive” of security concerns about Peter Mandelson, a Jeffrey Epstein associate who became ambassador to Washington, the official said. |