Knicks Fans Confront High Ticket Prices for NBA Finals Games at MSG

New York Knicks fans, still celebrating the team making it to the N.B.A. finals, are confronting high ticket prices for the games at Madison Square Garden.

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Where Time Is Always 15 Minutes Apart From Everywhere Else

In Nepal, a nation wedged between India and China, a unique time zone is just one expression of a singular national identity.

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Knicks Fans Celebrate the Team’s First NBA Finals Appearance Since 1999

After a 27-year drought, the New York Knicks are headed to the N.B.A. Finals. Fans flooded the streets of the city in celebration.

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Deal or No Deal With Iran

A deal to end the current blockade is merely an enticement for the next blockade and the one after that.

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A Powerful H.I.V. Drug Lands in Zambia. But Will It Reach Those Who Need It?

Lenacapavir, which protects people from H.I.V. infection with twice-yearly shots, is arriving in a country where the health system has been hollowed out by American aid cuts.

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‘A Dangerous Bluff’: Carney Likens Alberta Referendum to Brexit

The Canadian prime minister, who was the governor of the Bank of England when Britain voted to leave the European Union, said the Alberta referendum on separating from Canada could backfire.

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Watch: Only world record broken at Enhanced Games won't be recognised

The BBC's Shaimaa Khalil explains why the achievement by Greek swimmer Kristian Gkolomeev will not be accepted by official sporting bodies.

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UK Heat Wave Could Break May Temperature Record

Forecasters warned that temperatures could climb to the highest level ever recorded in the month of May, reaching 35 degrees Celsius (95 degrees Fahrenheit) in some areas of England.

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Trump says Iran deal 'largely negotiated' including reopening Strait of Hormuz

Tehran also signals progress on talks but says the key issue of nuclear weapons is not part of an initial framework it is working on.

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‘Mandalorian and Grogu’ Tops Box Office as Disney Bets on ‘Star Wars’ Revival

The movie, which cost $300 million to make and market, was expected to collect about $102 million from Thursday through Monday at domestic theaters.

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A Lull in Fighting Gave Time to Bury Their Dead

In the relative calm of the early days of a cease-fire, there were heart-rending scenes as people exhumed their loved ones from temporary graves and reburied them.

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The Moms Delivered for Trump. Now He’s Scamming Them.

The moms are not happy.

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Trump is putting pressure on Cuba - why and to what end?

The US has warned that a peaceful agreement with Cuba is unlikely, Havana insists this is a "fraudulent case" designed to justify military intervention.

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Mahmoud Khalil to Appeal to Supreme Court in Effort to Halt Deportation

The move was expected to come after a federal appeals court on Friday ruled against Mr. Khalil, who became the face of President Trump’s crackdown on pro-Palestinian protesters.

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US navy chief says $14bn arms sale to Taiwan paused due to Iran war

Hung Cao told a Senate hearing they were "doing a pause" on the sale to make sure they had munitions for the Iran war.

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New video captures engine ripping off cargo plane in deadly Kentucky crash

As part of the ongoing investigation into the crash that killed 14 people, officials released footage showing the engine detaching during takeoff.

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Trump’s $1.8 Billion Fund in the Cross Hairs

Critics say the deal creates a “slush fund,” a term with a colorful maritime history.

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What Graduation Speakers Are Telling the Class of 2026

Will A.I. replace them? Graduation speakers addressed student uncertainty about the future with jokes and words of wisdom.

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Ebola Crisis Sparks Debate Over Global Health Double Standards

To some Africans, the claim that the continent’s largest health agency had already bungled its response scratched a familiar wound.

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Israel Minister Taunts Pro-Palestinian Flotilla Activists in Video

In the video, the national security minister, Itamar Ben-Gvir, walks past activists in handcuffs and forced to kneel on the deck of a ship. It drew outrage at home and abroad.

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How to End the Gerrymandering Doom Loop Forever

The political scientist Lee Drutman argues that we should switch to a system of proportional representation and put an end to our “trench warfare politics.”

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Twist in FIFA Corruption Case: 2 Fugitives Emerge, Seeking a Plea Deal

Federal prosecutors are negotiating with Hugo and Mariano Jinkis, a father and son from Argentina, who after more than a decade suddenly agreed to meet in Brooklyn.

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Trump drops $10bn lawsuit against IRS in exchange for a settlement fund

The $1.7bn settlement fund will be created by the Trump administration for individuals who allege they were subjected to unfair investigations.

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Fighter jet crews parachute safely after collision at US air show

The crew members are in a stable condition after the jets crashed mid-air during a demonstration.

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Trump's White House ballroom loses federal funding proposed by Senate Republicans

The Senate rule-keeper struck down the use of taxpayer funds to bolster security for the proposed $400m project.

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Medicare Coverage for GLP-1 Weight Loss Drugs: Cost, Eligibility and What to Know

What you should know about the federal government’s pilot program offering GLP-1s solely for weight loss.

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At Supreme Court, Virginia Democrats Pressed Legal Theory Embraced by Trump

A long-shot emergency request to restore a voting map was the latest salvo in an all-out legal war over control of the House.

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China’s Peak Is Now

Does Xi Jinping see the world this way?

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Drake Drops 3 Albums: ‘Iceman,’ ‘Habibti’ and ‘Maid of Honour’

The chart-topping Canadian rapper released an anticipated new album, “Iceman,” on Friday and two previously unannounced LPs, “Habibti” and “Maid of Honour.”

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What happens next in the Alex Murdaugh case?

The South Carolina Supreme Court has ordered a new trial for the man accused of killing his wife and son in a case that fascinated the US.

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Colbert discusses his show’s end with late-night peers

Stephen Colbert met with Seth Meyers, John Oliver, Jimmy Kimmel and Jimmy Fallon to talk about the end of his late night show.

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Clarence Carter, Singer of Lust-Filled Soul Hits, Dies at 90

In songs like “Slip Away” and “Back Door Santa,” he performed with the fervor of a backwoods preacher and the bawdy humor of a juke joint.

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Alberta judge tosses out petition for province to separate from Canada

The ruling comes after a group leading a petition for Alberta independence said it had gathered enough signatures to trigger a province-wide vote.

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We Cannot Let Trump Cut Childhood Cancer Research

More children will die because the Trump administration is cutting pediatric cancer research.

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US passengers of hantavirus cruise ship being monitored in Nebraska

Two people are being monitored in Atlanta, 16 in Nebraska and another six passengers in Canada.

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Reflecting Pool Repairs Appear Uneven and Behind Schedule, Officials Say

Work on the iconic National Mall basin appears behind schedule. President Trump initially said he had picked the contractor, then said he did not know it.

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Trump calls Iran response to US proposal to end war 'totally unacceptable'

Iran is reported to want lifting of the US naval blockade, recognition of Iranian sovereignty over the Strait of Hormuz and compensation for war damage.

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Laredo Officials Investigating Deaths of 6 People Found in Train Boxcar

Officials in Laredo, Texas, said at least one of the six people found inside the Union Pacific Railroad boxcar was from Mexico as investigators worked to identify the others.

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We’re at the Dawn of the Ozempic Era — and It’s Really Weird

One in eight American adults is taking GLP-1s. What does that mean for how we relate to our food, bodies and one another?

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Fearing an All-Republican Governor’s Race, Democrats Push for New Primary Rules in California

The prospect of Democrats getting shut out of the general election for governor has spurred a 2028 effort to eliminate the state’s “top-two” open primary approach.

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US jobs data beats expectations for second month in a row

The solid figures came despite rising gas prices and economic uncertainty sparked by the Iran war.

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Passengers on Hantavirus Cruise Ship Will Disembark in Tenerife and Return to Home Countries

The cruise ship will arrive on the island of Tenerife, part of the Canary Islands of Spain, officials said. All of the passengers will then be evacuated to their home countries.

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All Those A.I. Note Takers? They’re Making Lawyers Very Nervous.

A trendy productivity hack, A.I. note takers are capturing every joke and offhand comment in many meetings. They could also potentially waive attorney-client privilege.

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Festus Mogae, Former Botswana President Who Tackled H.I.V., Dies at 86

He led the southern African nation for a decade and embraced a flagship American aid program credited with helping to eradicate the country’s AIDS epidemic.

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Trump Administration Weighs Citing ‘Emergency’ to Admit More White South Africans as Refugees

The move would further solidify the U.S. refugee program as a pipeline for the white minority from South Africa.

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GameStop’s CEO Ryan Cohen Baffles Fans With eBay Bid

Investors questioned Ryan Cohen’s latest gambit after he gave an evasive CNBC interview and a once-loyal supporter sold his GameStop shares.

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Meditating or Rebooting? A Robot Buddhist Monk Comes to South Korea.

Gabi, the newest monk at a temple in Seoul that is looking to spread Buddhism, vowed to not overcharge as it seeks enlightenment.

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Five Ways A.I. Search Beats an Old-School Google Search

Google’s A.I. search technology is far from perfect (don’t count on it for celebrity news), but it excels at tasks like picking out groceries and detecting scams.

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In ‘Rocky Horror,’ Luke Evans Finds His Ballad of Sexual Liberation

What does it take to play Frank-N-Furter in “The Rocky Horror Show” on Broadway? Fishnets, five-inch heels, and an endless supply of glitter.

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His DNA Was Taken After His Arrest at an ICE Protest. Now, He’s Suing.

In a lawsuit, an Air Force veteran says that the federal government is sending a “chilling message” to people demonstrating against the immigration crackdown.

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Trump's hopes for an Iran peace deal come with caveats

There are signs of fresh momentum to end the war, but Trump himself has injected a note of caution.

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Mission is to preach peace, says Pope in response to Trump attacks

Trump lashed out at the pope for condemning the conflict in the Middle East, as his secretary of state heads to the Vatican.

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U.S. Sues The New York Times, Claiming Discrimination Against a White Man

The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission said the paper had discriminated against a white, male employee who did not get a sought-after promotion.

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Delta Air Lines Will Stop Serving Snacks and Drinks on Short Flights

Most travelers flying less than 350 miles on Delta will soon have to go without free coffee and cookies, but the carrier is adding service to longer flights.

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Watch: Met Gala sees Beyoncé's return and a star-studded red carpet

Anna Wintour brought the glam, Beyoncé brought the fam, and Heidi Klum was... statuesque at this year's fundraiser.

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Do Spinning Wind Turbines Really Mess With Radar Systems?

As Pentagon officials delay approval of wind farms, scientific studies show that they can distort radar systems, but the problem is manageable, researchers say.

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Trump Administration Orders Rapid End to Hunting Regulations on Federal Lands

Internal Interior Department documents show parks are imposing sweeping changes like expanding areas where firearms can by used and allowing game to be cleaned in restrooms.

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Modi’s B.J.P. Wins West Bengal State Election for the First Time

The party of Prime Minister Narendra Modi took control of West Bengal for the first time and made gains around the country. Its defeated opponents accused it of cheating.

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Doris Fisher, Co-Founder of the Gap, Dies at 94

The company she started in 1969 with her husband, Don, grew from a single store selling jeans and records to a $16 billion brand that remade the apparel industry.

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Blanche Says Others Who Post ‘86 47’ Message Won’t Be Charged Like Comey

The acting attorney general said such messages were “posted constantly” and said the Justice Department had gathered other evidence against the former F.B.I. director, but declined to describe it.

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2 U.S. Service Members Are Missing After Military Exercise in Morocco

The two Army soldiers were reported missing during a joint military exercise on Saturday near Cap Draa Training Area, a coastal area in southwestern Morocco.

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Iran says US has responded to its latest peace proposal

Before reviewing the proposal on Saturday, US President Donald Trump said he could not imagine it "would be acceptable".

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Trump tells Congress ceasefire means he does not need their approval for Iran war

The president writes that hostilities "have terminated" because of the ceasefire, arguing he does not need congressional authorisation.

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The Head-Turning Hats of the 2026 Kentucky Derby

Ahead of the 152nd annual horse race at Churchill Downs, attendees trotted out some eye-catching ensembles.

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Shipwreck Reveals Fate of Vanished World War I Coast Guard Cutter

The Tampa disappeared in 1918 with 131 British and American personnel and civilians aboard. It was the largest single American naval combat loss of life in World War I

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Steve Clark, Olympic Swimmer Shadowed by Depression, Dies at 82

A three-time gold medalist in the 1960s, he was a champion when athletes were expected to be stoic and vulnerability was viewed as a sign of mental weakness.

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Can the Costume Institute Survive Without the Met Gala?

The Metropolitan Museum of Art and the party that has supported its fashion wing may be entering a new era.

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Profound Autism Is Difficult Enough Without This Debunked Method

Study after study has called facilitated communication into question.

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