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William H. Donaldson, 93, Wall St. Powerbroker Who Led the S.E.C., Dies

He co-founded D.L.J., the first securities firm to offer shares to the public. As S.E.C. chairman, he pressed for a…

The Paths to Progress for Our Graduates

More from our inbox: Alito and ‘Godliness’Sudan’s ‘Epic Tragedy’Protect Whistle-BlowersDreading Election NightCredit...Nadine RedlichTo the Editor: Re “A Promise to Grads…

First-Time Tony Winners Talk About Their Victories

All of the actors who took home Tonys were first-time winners. Here’s what they had to say after their wins.

Why Jay-Z’s Big Tonys Duet With Alicia Keys Was Offstage

The two stars brought down the house with “Empire State of Mind,” their 2009 love song to New York City,…

Looking for Friends? How About 23 Housemates?

An engineer who moved from London to New York was planning to live alone, but ended up doing just the…

$1.4 Million Homes in California

A 1949 cottage in Lake Arrowhead, a Spanish-style home in Los Angeles and a Craftsman house in Berkeley.

In Search of the Lost Fireflies

I first learned about blue ghosts last year from Jennifer Frick-Ruppert, a zoologist at Brevard College in western North Carolina.…

How Long Does Rice Last in the Fridge? And Other Pressing Rice Questions, Answered

If the social media rumors are true, your leftover rice may be trying to kill you. Experts on the matter,…

Buttermilk Fried Chicken, a Dad’s Gift to Himself

My five-star recipe yields a crisp crust and luscious interior.

Best and Worst Moments From the 2024 Tony Awards

Alicia Keys and Jay-Z’s high-wattage performance was a highlight, as were first-time wins for Kecia Lewis, Jonathan Groff and David…

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