Why the Johannesburg Apartment Building Was a Firetrap

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What’s in Our Queue? ‘Love Is Blind: Brazil’ and More

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In Hurricane Ian, evacuation orders came a day late in a coastal Florida county.

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The Dangerous Marketing of the Trump Mug Shot

By Vanessa Friedman from NYT Style https://ift.tt/YUb4FvI

Watch: BBC gets as close as possible to Prigozhin grave

Russia editor Steve Rosenberg is at the cemetery in St Petersburg where it is believed Prigozhin is buried.

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‘Rich Men North of Richmond’ Repeats at No. 1

By Ben Sisario from NYT Arts https://ift.tt/mFwuaNQ

In Denmark, Weight Loss Drugs Are Reshaping the Economy

By Eshe Nelson from NYT Business https://ift.tt/4T2QtjK

Leaderless and Exposed, Russia’s Wagner Faces an Uncertain Future

By Paul Sonne and Valerie Hopkins from NYT World https://ift.tt/amk12eN

France to ban female students from wearing abayas in state schools

The education minister says female Muslim students will not be allowed to wear the loose-fitting robe.

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Bob Barker, Betty White and Their Fight Over Billy the Elephant

By Amanda Holpuch from NYT Arts https://ift.tt/l7hBqnj

Mancini named new Saudi Arabia football coach

Roberto Mancini is named the new manager of Saudi Arabia two weeks after he resigned as Italy head coach.

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In Moscow, mourners cry at a makeshift Wagner memorial.

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Jacksonville shooter, 21, who killed three 'wrote racist manifestos'

The man who shot dead three Black people had a "disgusting ideology of hate", Jacksonville's sheriff says.

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Spain head coach Jorge Vilda criticises 'inappropriate' Luis Rubiales kiss

Spain's Women's World Cup-winning head coach Jorge Vilda has called the moment Luis Rubiales kissed squad member Jennifer Hermoso "inappropriate and unacceptable".

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Woman Rescued From Kidnapping After Writing Note for Help

By Rebecca Carballo from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/LzpZtVJ

David LaFlamme, Whose ‘White Bird’ Captured a 1960s Dream, Dies at 82

By Alex Williams from NYT Arts https://ift.tt/SksvVAH

The Rubiales World Cup kiss row... in 75 seconds

The controversy concerning the head of Spanish football and a kiss at the Women's World Cup final explained.

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U.S. Knew Saudis Were Killing African Migrants

By Ben Hubbard and Edward Wong from NYT World https://ift.tt/aXi75b1

Luis Rubiales kissing Jenni Hermoso unleashes social tsunami in Spain

The Spanish FA's president kissing player Jenni Hermoso on the lips has sparked a national conversation.

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Republicans Choose Houston for Their 2028 Convention

By Michael Gold from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/PWTj8Su

Spain wants Rubiales kiss row to be 'MeToo moment'

The Rubiales affair appears to feed into broader social changes in Spanish society over recent years.

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Five Debate Moments That Will Shape the Republican Campaign

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Ros Atkins on... potential causes of the Prigozhin plane crash

The BBC's Analysis Editor takes a look at four different potential causes of the plane crash.

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What Can Replace China as a Global Economic Engine?

By David Wallace-Wells from NYT Opinion https://ift.tt/GIA9Jbw

Russia: Video shows plane crash in Kuzhenkino

Online footage appears to show a plane falling from the sky, the BBC has been able to verify the location.

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A Celebrated Architect’s House Needs Rescuing

By Helen Stoilas from NYT Arts https://ift.tt/mu0Icdz

Tropical Storm Harold makes landfall in Texas

A second tropical storm hits the US as Harold slams Texas while California cleans up after Hilary.

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13 (Great) Songs With Parenthetical Titles

By Unknown Author from NYT Arts https://ift.tt/fQ7KCk1

Pakistan cable car: student brought to safety in zip line rescue

Pakistan student brought to safety in zip line rescue

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The Great Wheat Price Surge That Sputtered

By Peter Coy from NYT Opinion https://ift.tt/VF7w3s1

A School Lunch Solution: The Bento Box

By J. Kenji López-Alt from NYT Food https://ift.tt/U4itjxe

Hawaii wildfires: The red Lahaina house that survived Maui fires

The 100-year-old wood structure was recently renovated but not fireproofed, say owners.

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Six Weather Takeaways on Hilary Right Now

By Judson Jones from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/ozUOrvy

One Indigenous community in Mexico is effectively cut off by the storm.

By Aline Corpus from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/vL9Cael

Baghdad advertising boards turned off over porn screening

Electronic screens were shut down after a hacker used one to run a pornographic film.

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Miyu Pranoto: Dance prodigy, 9, blazes trail for girls

Miyu is shattering conventions as she breakdances her way to fame.

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By Caitlin Lovinger from NYT Gameplay https://ift.tt/mNgoS1H

Trump Wasn’t Invited to This Georgia Event, but His Presence Was Still Felt

By Maya King from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/FnJBxCW

Vivek Ramaswamy Raps Eminem’s ‘Lose Yourself’

By Shane Goldmacher from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/aXsL7zv

New shooting mars election campaign in Ecuador

Another shootout prompts a call to tackle gang violence ahead of Sunday's presidential vote.

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Twitter, now X, to remove blocking feature

Elon Musk says the feature "makes no sense", but users are concerned about protection from abuse.

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Camp David has been the scene of historic moments.

By Peter Baker from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/qFPNMjt

Channel migrants: France arrests four people over fatal sinking

The suspects may face charges including manslaughter after six people died last weekend.

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NATO leader, clarifying stance, says only Ukraine can set terms of peace negotiations.

By Gaya Gupta from NYT World https://ift.tt/ZQw6MGc

Fed Officials Avoided a Victory Lap at July Meeting

By Jeanna Smialek from NYT Business https://ift.tt/0taKUgr

The Killers booed at Georgia concert after bringing Russian fan on stage

Brandon Flowers asked concert goers to welcome a fan from neighbouring Russia, the band later apologised.

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Georgia Case Lays the Ground for Parallel Prosecutions of Trump

By Glenn Thrush and Danny Hakim from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/p2zGxO5

Rudy Giuliani jailed mobsters with a charge he now faces

The "Rico" Act helped earn Rudy Giuliani a reputation as a "mob buster". Now he's facing a Rico charge.

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Here’s where the cases against Trump stand.

By Ben Protess, Alan Feuer and Danny Hakim from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/yi7d3Rj

CBS News President Steps Down

By Rob Copeland from NYT Business https://ift.tt/8IXmnGa

Zuckerberg says Musk 'not serious' about cage fight

Doubt hangs over the billionaires' fight plans, but Musk suggests he is open to a bout on Monday.

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Cambodia: Thousands of war-era explosives found buried at high school

Thousands of unexploded munitions were discovered buried in the grounds of a high school.

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Monday Briefing: Hawaii Death Toll Rises

By Justin Porter from NYT Briefing https://ift.tt/8sc01Tm

Riyadh Appoints Envoy to Palestinians Amid Push for Saudi-Israeli Ties

By Patrick Kingsley from NYT World https://ift.tt/T928RuI

At Darmstadt, the Avant-Garde Rivals Wagner’s ‘Ring’

By Seth Colter Walls from NYT Arts https://ift.tt/sYrmAlB

Keith Waldrop, Professor and Award-Winning Poet, Dies at 90

By Neil Genzlinger from NYT Books https://ift.tt/h9O8zHm

Hawaii wildfires: Drone footage shows extent devastation in Lahaina

Charred trees, burnt out cars and collapsed buildings lie among the ashes left by the wildfires.

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A survivor made a desperate dash into the sea to escape an inferno.

By Orlando Mayorquin from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/OWe8xYi

Niger coup: President Mohamed Bazoum 'in good spirits' despite detention

Mohamed Bazoum's doctor visits him in a basement prison amid fears for his health after military coup.

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I’ve Hidden My Trust Fund for 15 Years. Do I Finally Tell My Spouse?

By Kwame Anthony Appiah from NYT Magazine https://ift.tt/v5nUDzl

Teenager Pleads Not Guilty in Hate Crime Killing of Gay Dancer

By Karen Zraick from NYT New York https://ift.tt/diHJEUT

Italy could host Musk v Zuckerberg cage fight

The culture minister says he has spoken to the X boss about hosting the showdown as a charity event.

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9 New Books We Recommend This Week

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Famous tree and centuries-old church hit by Hawaii fires

There are fears the rich history and culture of Lahaina, hit by Hawaii wildfires, may have been destroyed.

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Search warrant was issued for Donald Trump's Twitter account

Prosecutor Jack Smith requested data and records linked to the ex-president, unsealed files reveal.

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In ‘Operation Mincemeat,’ the Theater of War Is a Comedy

By Alexis Soloski from NYT Theater https://ift.tt/cZA506F

Lizzo: Lawyers reviewing at least six new allegations against singer

Lawyers representing three of Lizzo's former dancers say they are reviewing new complaints against her.

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8 New Songs You Should Hear Now

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What is Ohio's Issue 1- and why is the vote so controversial?

A seemingly tedious constitutional amendment could have a significant impact on abortion rights.

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O’Shae Sibley’s ‘Expression Was Turned Into Resistance’

By Gia Kourlas from NYT Arts https://ift.tt/X4VkGhT

Ukraine war: Several killed in Russian missile strike eastern Ukraine, officials say

President Zelensky said the Russian attacks had struck an "ordinary residential building".

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Mayor Adams and New York’s Immigration Crisis

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Ukraine counter-offensive against Russia yields only small gains in first 2 months

Ukrainian troops have advanced, at most, about 10 miles in two areas. Is the counter-offensive working?

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Barbecues, Fairs and Weddings: Ron DeSantis Amps Up Retail Politics in Iowa

By Nicholas Nehamas from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/wn0fJdD

At Bessie Awards, Mourning and Celebration

By Rachel Sherman from NYT Arts https://ift.tt/QtpgaZn

Israeli security forces kill three Palestinians in West Bank

The Israeli army said in a statement that the Palestinians were heading to carry out an attack.

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Barbie film hits $1bn mark at global box office

The pink-hued film has drawn in $1.03bn around the world, according to distributor Warner Bros.

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Slovenia floods 'worst-ever natural disaster'

The extreme flooding in Slovenia has caused millions of dollars worth of damage and killed at least three people.

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Palestinian Kills Israeli in Tel Aviv, a Day After West Bank Violence

By Patrick Kingsley from NYT World https://ift.tt/bVwO3ki

Italian fugitive caught in Corfu thanks to photo celebrating football win

Vincenzo La Porta has been on the run for 11 years but was tracked down to Corfu by police.

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Hun Sen: Cambodia election result confirms expected win for PM

Critics say July's election, which saw PM Hun Sen's party win 120 of 125 seats, was neither free or fair.

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Teenager Is Charged in Killing of Dancer at Brooklyn Gas Station

By Hurubie Meko from NYT New York https://ift.tt/Gl2RcrD

Love Letter: Honoring O’Shae Sibley at the Stonewall Inn

By Miya Lee from NYT Style https://ift.tt/yHvwN9G

Florida deputy jumps onto a speeding runaway boat

Dramatic bodycam footage captures a Florida deputy's daring leap onto an out-of-control vessel

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The U.N. nuclear watchdog reports finding no sign of explosives at the Zaporizhzhia nuclear complex.

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Good Eggplant Parmesan Takes Time. But It Doesn’t Have to Take Forever.

By Eric Kim from NYT Food https://ift.tt/DSo017U

Ukraine says it launched July attack on bridge to Crimea

The July attack led Moscow to restrict the passage of ships through and flights over the Kerch Strait.

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Razzlekhan and husband guilty of $4.5bn Bitcoin launder

Heather Morgan and husband Ilya Lichtenstein plead guilty to money laundering and defrauding the US.

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Messages Point to Identity of Co-Conspirator 6 in Trump Indictment

By Maggie Haberman, Jonathan Swan and Luke Broadwater from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/6vRTU8z