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The Portrait Hung in Joan Didion’s Home. But Who Painted It?

No one in Didion’s circle knew the mysterious painting’s origin. The publicity created by an auction of her belongings brought…

World

U.S. Commandos Capture Six ISIS Officials in Raids in Syria

The operations were the second time in recent weeks that U.S. forces had killed or captured ISIS terrorists.

World

A Secret Society Tied to the Underground Railroad Fights to Save Its Home

On a brisk morning in November, bright yellow leaves from a huge ginkgo tree scattered onto the front yard of…

World

Family Loosens Grip on New York Irish Group and Its Gilded Age Mansion

The American Irish Historical Society had been dominated by a single family. It had planned to sell its Fifth Avenue…

World

The ‘Bling Bishop’ Is Arrested on Fraud Charges

Lamor Whitehead, who was robbed of jewelry while he was preaching in July, was investigated by the U.S. attorney.

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Merry ‘Sismas’: A Holiday Tradition Honors Friendship

For a group of devoted girlfriends, the season shines brighter when they’re together — preferably in a costume, eating some…

Finance

Amazon and E.U. Reach Deal to End Antitrust Investigation

The online retail giant avoided a major fine but agreed to changes that have long been sought by merchants who…

World

In Public Schools, the N.R.A. Gets a Boost From Junior R.O.T.C.

Instructors in military-sponsored J.R.O.T.C. classes have offered to promote the N.R.A. in high schools in exchange for money for their…

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China’s Abrupt Covid Pivot Leaves Many Without Medicines

Millions are desperate to get their hands on fever-reducing drugs and antivirals such as Pfizer’s Paxlovid as infections across China…

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Is There Still Room in the G.O.P. for Mitch Daniels?

Allies of the wonkish, 73-year-old university president are urging him to run for Senate. It would be a fascinating political…

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