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#GorsuchStyle Garners a Gusher of Groans. But Is His Writing Really That Bad?

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By ADAM LIPTAK from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/2HJ2Rb6

They Survived a Massacre. Then the Lawyers Started Calling.

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By JACK HEALY from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/2HAM5iy

Worried About Risky Teenage Behavior? Make School Tougher

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By AUSTIN FRAKT from NYT The Upshot https://ift.tt/2rbu3sh

Anonymous Owner, L.L.C.: Why It Has Become So Easy to Hide in the Housing Market

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By EMILY BADGER from NYT The Upshot https://ift.tt/2rbZhzl

See the Sights in the Southwest and California Like a Rock Star

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By ELAINE GLUSAC from NYT Travel https://ift.tt/2I0c8yX

A Book of Emails Women Love to Hate

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By JESSICA M. GOLDSTEIN from NYT Style https://ift.tt/2HGB1N0

When the Downstairs Neighbors Become Best Friends

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By KIM VELSEY from NYT Real Estate https://ift.tt/2FtwmvD

The Duplass Brothers: The First Time We Got Cable TV

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By MARK DUPLASS and JAY DUPLASS from NYT Movies https://ift.tt/2r9J51E

How Would a T-Mobile-Sprint Merger Affect Your Cellphone Bill?

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By CECILIA KANG and MICHAEL J. de la MERCED from NYT Business Day https://ift.tt/2jjnHDJ

The First Lady of the Confederacy Considers Her Painful Past

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By BRENDA WINEAPPLE from NYT Books https://ift.tt/2I3bEIC

America’s Most Famous Street

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By CLYDE HABERMAN from NYT Books https://ift.tt/2HZ7jWR

Reporter rooted for Hillary

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Reporter rooted for Hillary N.Y. Times writer cried after her loss.

Joy Reid's homophobic posts

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Joy Reid's homophobic posts MSNBC host drops excuse, apologizes.

Media cheer Cosby verdict

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Media cheer Cosby verdict Guilty finding seen as #MeToo victory.

NAFTA-linked visas for Canada and Mexico need a closer look before Congress passes NAFTA 2.0

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NAFTA-linked visas for Canada and Mexico need a closer look before Congress passes NAFTA 2.0 Twenty-five years after their inception, TN visas raise important sovereignty, economic, and, perhaps most importantly, homeland security issues that must be addressed.

Michael Goodwin: Comey's media tour shows why we're better off without him

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Michael Goodwin: Comey's media tour shows why we're better off without him You don’t have to be a cockeyed optimist to believe that, although times are tough, they could be worse. Just imagine the mess if James Comey were still running the FBI.

The link between evolution, science and progressivism

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The link between evolution, science and progressivism 'The Devil's Delusion' author David Berlinski shares insight on 'Life, Liberty & Levin.'

Swamp Watch: Senator Bob Casey

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Swamp Watch: Senator Bob Casey There has been blatant hypocrisy by some who are jumping on the Mulvaney-bashing bandwagon after the budget director made headlines with a shameless statement about lobbyists.

Steve: Trump’s triumphs are driving his critics crazy

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Steve: Trump’s triumphs are driving his critics crazy Former Bernie Sanders National Staffer Tezlyn Figaro and Washington Times Opinion Editor Charlie Hurt weigh in on ‘The Next Revolution’

Even the anti-Trump media had some kind words for Melania Trump this week

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Even the anti-Trump media had some kind words for Melania Trump this week After spending the past two years bashing Melania Trump, the media caught up with the rest of the country this past week and acknowledged her as a capable and talented first lady.

What one word drives 'Avengers: Infinity War' and really much of the whole Marvel Cinematic Universe?

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What one word drives 'Avengers: Infinity War' and really much of the whole Marvel Cinematic Universe? It's way more important than those pesky old Infinity Stones.

Prosecutor: Predator sent packages to girls at their school

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Prosecutor: Predator sent packages to girls at their school Prosecutors say unsolicited packages have been sent to two Alabama girls that were addressed to them in care of their elementary school.

Utah VA hospital launches inquiry after vet's dad posts photo of 'unsanitary' room: report

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Utah VA hospital launches inquiry after vet's dad posts photo of 'unsanitary' room: report The father of a U.S. Army veteran on Friday tweeted photos of what he called an “unsanitary and disrespectful” exam room, hoping to draw attention to the Veterans Affairs clinic in Salt Lake City, KSL.com reported.

2 people shot at St. Louis dining and entertainment district

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2 people shot at St. Louis dining and entertainment district Police say two people have been shot at a dining and entertainment district across from the stadium where the St. Louis Cardinals play.

Doctor accused of threats to slit workers, patients' throats

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Doctor accused of threats to slit workers, patients' throats A doctor in Georgia has been accused of threatening to slit the throats of her employees and patients, damaging a wall with a reflex hammer and throwing water on employees.

2 bystanders shot, injured near St. Louis' Busch Stadium, gunman on loose

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2 bystanders shot, injured near St. Louis' Busch Stadium, gunman on loose A gunman opened fire Sunday night in downtown St. Louis near Busch Stadium, hitting one person in the head and the other in the leg, authorities said.

Report: Jackson not returning as Trump's personal physician

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Report: Jackson not returning as Trump's personal physician Dr. Ronny Jackson, a Navy rear admiral who abandoned his nomination to be secretary of Veterans Affairs amid numerous allegations, will not return to the job of President Donald Trump's personal physician but will remain on the White House medical staff, Politico reported Sunday.

Police: Mom attacks officers helping child, who later dies

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Police: Mom attacks officers helping child, who later dies Authorities say police officers trying to help a severely injured toddler have been attacked by her mother at a suburban New York home and have shot and wounded the woman.

Caravan asylum-seekers heading toward showdown as US officials say border crossing is full

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Caravan asylum-seekers heading toward showdown as US officials say border crossing is full U.S. immigration officials said Sunday that the San Diego border crossing hundreds of Central American immigrants intended to seek asylum at was closed due to high capacity, but immigrants were preparing to wait overnight in hopes to enter the U.S. on Monday.

3 Michigan family members killed in apparent murder-suicide, reports say

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3 Michigan family members killed in apparent murder-suicide, reports say Three people were found dead in a Michigan home Sunday night in an apparent murder-suicide.

Sarasota officer retires after 3 decades of duty

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Sarasota officer retires after 3 decades of duty Officer Andre Jenkins fights back tears as he signs off for the last time

Correspondents' Association throws comedian under bus over jokes on Sanders' appearance

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Correspondents' Association throws comedian under bus over jokes on Sanders' appearance The White House Correspondents’ Association distanced late Sunday from comedian Michelle Wolf, echoing fellow journalists’ and President Donald Trump’s criticism for her vulgar and personal” comedy routine on Saturday.

White House mystery: Where is Macron's gifted oak tree?

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White House mystery: Where is Macron's gifted oak tree? A mystery is brewing at the White House about what happened to the oak tree President Donald Trump and French President Emmanuel Macron planted there last week.

Strippers, strip club owners lobbying San Diego officials to lower permit fees

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Strippers, strip club owners lobbying San Diego officials to lower permit fees Strippers and strip club owners in San Diego are calling on city officials to lower their annual permit fees, claiming they are unjustified and much higher than in other cities.

Owner of NYC bar that booted man in MAGA hat getting death threats

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Owner of NYC bar that booted man in MAGA hat getting death threats The owner of the West Village bar that botted a Trump supporter wearing a “Make America Great Again” cap says he’s received nearly two dozen death threats since the incident.

Pompeo says US-Israel relations 'never been stronger,' in Middle East visit

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Pompeo says US-Israel relations 'never been stronger,' in Middle East visit Secretary of State Mike Pompeo on Sunday offered strong support for long-time U.S. ally Israel, during his first official international trip as the country’s top diplomat, saying the two countries’ relationship “has never been strong.”

Ronny Jackson won't return as Trump's personal physician

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Ronny Jackson won't return as Trump's personal physician Rear Adm. Ronny Jackson will not return as President Trump's personal physician after withdrawing his nomination to run the Department of Veterans Affairs, Fox News has learned.

Republicans vie to challenge vulnerable Manchin, Donnelly in looming primary battles

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Republicans vie to challenge vulnerable Manchin, Donnelly in looming primary battles Republicans hope that four primaries in the coming weeks will yield the kind of top-tier candidates good enough to beat at least a couple vulnerable-but-seasoned Democratic incumbents and solidify the GOP’s Senate majority.

Pompeo arrives in Israel for talks with Netanyahu

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Pompeo arrives in Israel for talks with Netanyahu US Secretary of State and Israeli Prime Minister pledge to confront Iranian aggression

Pruitt, Ronny Jackson, House Chaplain Conroy, Congress had their own 'Infinity War'

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Pruitt, Ronny Jackson, House Chaplain Conroy, Congress had their own 'Infinity War' “Avengers: Infinity War” just opened in theatres. The House and Senate are both on recess now. But it sure seemed like an “infinity war” over the past few days in Congress.

Fearing Death, and Photographing the Rituals That Surround It

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By JOHN OTIS from NYT Lens https://ift.tt/2rbnRR3

Kate Middleton's baby reveal dress likened to 'Rosemary's Baby' frock on Twitter

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Kate Middleton's baby reveal dress likened to 'Rosemary's Baby' frock on Twitter Hopefully it was an accident.

'Deadpool' actor Ryan Reynolds posts hilarious congratulations to 'The Avengers'

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'Deadpool' actor Ryan Reynolds posts hilarious congratulations to 'The Avengers' Although he’s reluctant to join the X-Men, Deadpool apparently has ambitions of joining The Avengers, especially after the massive success of “Infinity War.”

'Logan's Run,' 'Dam Busters' director Michael Anderson dead at 98

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'Logan's Run,' 'Dam Busters' director Michael Anderson dead at 98 British director Michael Anderson, whose films included war epic "The Dam Busters" and sci-fi classic "Logan's Run," has died aged 98. Anderson's family says he died of heart failure April 25 at his home on the Sunshine Coast of British Columbia.

'Jersey Shore' star Ronnie Ortiz Magro has very public fight with girlfriend who just had his baby

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'Jersey Shore' star Ronnie Ortiz Magro has very public fight with girlfriend who just had his baby After spiraling out of control and calling the relationship with his newborn baby’s mother into question on “Jersey Shore: Family Vacation,” Ronnie Ortiz Magro went on a social media rant against his girlfriend, Jen Harley.

Roseanne says she thanked Trump during phone call for moving US Embassy in Israel to Jerusalem

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Roseanne says she thanked Trump during phone call for moving US Embassy in Israel to Jerusalem Roseanne Barr said Sunday that she thanked President Trump for moving the U.S. Embassy in Israel from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem during a phone call with the president.

Roseanne Barr talks about her phone call from Trump

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Roseanne Barr talks about her phone call from Trump Roseanne talks about her unique call with the president at the Jerusalem Post conference.

Kanye West posts tribute to Parkland student Emma Gonzalez who instead thanks Waffle House hero

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Kanye West posts tribute to Parkland student Emma Gonzalez who instead thanks Waffle House hero Following his lengthy Twitter rant about Donald Trump, Kanye West got a bit of shade while trying to pivot and honor one of the key figures behind the recent #MarchForOurLives movement, Emma Gonzalez.

MIT grad claims he, not Damon or Affleck, came up with ‘Good Will Hunting’ idea

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MIT grad claims he, not Damon or Affleck, came up with ‘Good Will Hunting’ idea Who wrote “Good Will Hunting”? Bernard Cohen says the idea was his.

Pam Anderson and Julian Assange getting unusually close

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Pam Anderson and Julian Assange getting unusually close Pamela Anderson has long been a defender of animal rights, but now she has a new cause: being reunited with her is-he-or-isn’t-he boyfriend Julian Assange.