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White House Worries Russia’s Momentum Is Changing Trajectory of Ukraine War

Multiple factors are helping Russia’s military advance, including a delay in American weaponry and Moscow’s technological innovations on the battlefield.

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Men in black uniforms stand at attention, with green military vehicles in the background.

Mapping Russia’s Sudden Push Across Ukrainian Lines

In recent days, Russian forces have been making progress in many directions at once.

Secretary of State Antony Blinken played guitar while in Ukraine, strumming along to a song with a “free world” message.

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Cohen Tells Jurors of Deal Made in Oval Office That Led to Trump’s Trial

Michael Cohen’s story of a hush-money arrangement struck in the White House was the only personal account tying Donald Trump to falsified documents.

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Here are five takeaways from Donald Trump’s 17th day on trial.

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U.S. Advances Arms Sale to Israel as It Delays Delivering Other Weapons

The Biden administration intends to move forward with a plan for the U.S. to sell more than $1 billion in new weapons to Israel, congressional aides said.

 

People walk in front of damaged buildings as a cloud of smoke rises in the background.

Sage, a Miniature Poodle, Wins Best in Show at Westminster

Sage won over six other group winners for the prestigious dog show’s top prize.

 

  1. Sage, a miniature poodle, was named best in show.
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  2. Handler Kaz Hosaka, presented Sage during the final.
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  3. Frankie, a colored bull terrier, won the terrier group.
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  5. Monty, a giant schnauzer, was the winner of the working group.
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  6. Micah, a black cocker spaniel, was the winner of the sporting group.
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  9. Pineapple, a Norwegian Buhund, won the junior handler group.
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Take a look behind the scenes at Westminster.

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Few Chinese Electric Cars Are Sold in U.S., but Industry Fears a Flood

Automakers in the U.S. welcomed President Biden’s tariffs, saying they would protect domestic manufacturing and jobs from cheap Chinese vehicles.

5 min read

A man wearing a sweater is walking and looking at a blue Polestar 2 on display at a showroom in Shanghai.

FIFA Is Set to Roll Back Reforms Enacted After Corruption Scandal

After a major corruption scandal a decade ago, soccer’s governing body enacted changes. Now its appetite for reform appears to have waned.

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Gianni Infantino approaches two men in suits engaged in conversation in a parking lot.

Seeking History in Maryland and Other Takeaways From Tuesday’s Primary Elections

Angela Alsobrooks defeated her Democratic opponent and could become only the third Black woman in the Senate if she wins in November.

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Angela Alsobrooks smiles and gestures with her right hand as she reacts to a voter who told her he had voted for her.

Mike Pence sought public financing for his failed 2024 presidential campaign, a highly unusual move.

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Manhunt Is Underway in France After Prisoner Escapes in Ambush

The French authorities said that armed assailants had attacked a prison convoy, killed two guards and freed an inmate.

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The W.N.B.A. Is Entering a New Era, and It Will Never Be the Same

Skyrocketing viewership, sold-out arenas and young stars highlight a period defined by explosive changes, a columnist for The Athletic writes.

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Here are three things we learned from Caitlin Clark’s W.N.B.A. debut.

OpenAI’s Chief Scientist and Co-Founder Is Leaving the Company

In November, Ilya Sutskever joined three other OpenAI board members to force out Sam Altman, the chief executive, before saying he regretted the move.

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Ilya Sutskever, wearing a blue shirt, sits on a red couch in front of a mural.

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Singapore’s Riches Grew Under Its Leader. So Did Discontent.

Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong, who is stepping down, oversaw astounding successes, but some Singaporeans want a different kind of politics.

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A man and a woman, both wearing batik clothes, walk down a red carpet lined with flags as soldiers in dress uniform stand at attention.

Opinion

Patrick Healy and Kristen Soltis Anderson

These 12 Women Voted for Trump in 2020. How Do They See Him Now?

Michelle Cottle

Michelle Cottle

Trump’s O.G. Henchmen Would Like a Word With America

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In a black and white photo, Michael Cohen passes a group of photographers standing on the opposite side of a low metal barrier in a dimly lit area. A light illuminates part of his face.
Sheila Heti

Sheila Heti

What Alice Munro Would Never Do

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Bret Stephens

Bret Stephens

What a ‘Free Palestine’ Means in Practice

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Serge Schmemann

Serge Schmemann

Putin’s Defense Shake-Up Is a Danger for Ukraine

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Alexander Gabuev

It’s Not Just Putin. Russia Needs China, Too.

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Julia Angwin

Julia Angwin

Will A.I. Ever Live Up to Its Hype?

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Thomas B. Edsall

Thomas B. Edsall

‘The Seeds Had Been Planted. Trump Didn’t Do It Himself.’

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King Charles III Unveils First Official Painted Portrait Since Coronation

The king, who was diagnosed with cancer in February but has since returned to public duties, unveiled the striking painting by Jonathan Yeo.

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Jonathan Yeo Portraits
  1. King Charles III at Buckingham Palace on Tuesday.
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  2. Idris Elba, center, among various portraits at the National Portrait Gallery in London in 2013.
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  3. Giancarlo Esposito at Jonathan Yeo's studio in London in 2024.
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  4. Malala Yousafzai at the National Portrait Gallery in London in 2013.
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  5. Taron Egerton as he portrayed Elton John in the film "Rocketman" at Jonathan Yeo's studio in London in 2024.
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  6. George W. Bush at Lazarides Gallery in 2007.
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