Demonstrations against France’s vaccine pass surge for a third weekend, even as cases rise.

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Tokyo Olympics: Charlotte Worthington wins BMX freestyle gold for Great Britain

Great Britain's Charlotte Worthington wins a thrilling gold in the women's BMX park freestyle Olympic final.

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With seven medals at one Olympics, Emma McKeon ties a record.

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Caeleb Dressel of the U.S. and Emma McKeon of Australia sprint to gold.

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2 Dead in Random Shooting at ‘Purge’ Movie, Officials Say

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Demand for shots is increasing in less-vaccinated states under siege from the Delta variant.

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Anti-eviction lawmaker camps overnight on US Capitol steps

Cori Bush fears millions of US tenants could be at risk if an eviction freeze is allowed to expire.

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Nairobi - the centre of East Africa's thriving arts scene

Artists from across East Africa have converged on Kenya's capital, creating a vibrant scene.

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The women fighting infertility stigma in Nigeria

Three Nigerian women confront the prejudice they have faced on their fertility journeys.

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A transgender weight lifter’s presence at the Games prompts discussions over inclusion and fairness.

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U.S. broadcast coverage on Saturday evening includes golf, swimming and baseball.

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Swimming and golf wrap up as track and field heats up on Day 9.

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Off Brand

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Protests against France’s vaccine pass surge for a third weekend, even as cases rise.

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233 staff members at 2 San Francisco hospitals have tested positive, most in breakthrough Delta infections.

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Delta Variant Drives Global Virus Surge, W.H.O. Warns

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‘It’s Nowhere Near Over’: A Beach Town’s Gust of Freedom, Then a U-turn

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San Marino becomes the smallest country to win an Olympic medal.

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Kris Wu: K-Pop star arrested on suspicion of rape

The Chinese-Canadian star denies allegations made online by several women in China.

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How to Put a Stop to Russia’s New Form of Organized Crime

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How Strong Is Trump’s Grip on the G.O.P.?

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¿El escritor de ‘El código Da Vinci’ tiene un secreto?

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Here’s what happened on Saturday at the Tokyo Games.

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In BMX racing, danger is never far from the lead.

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Lakers’ Russell Westbrook Deal Shifts Power Back to Los Angeles

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As patients stream into a Covid I.C.U. in Florida, hopes fade.

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Guggenheim Museum Curators Move to Join a Union

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European banks would survive a worst-case-scenario downturn, a stress test finds.

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What Should I Do With My White Privilege at Work?

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Devastation Grips California as Dixie Fire Burns

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New in Paperback: ‘Antkind’ and ‘Looking for Miss America’

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The U.S. authorities are seeking documents from a troubled Covid vaccine manufacturer

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Canadian Church Shut Down for In-Person Services Fined for Contempt; Pastor Says 'Jesus Is Worth It'

The pastors insist that churches are essential in times of trouble, and remaining open for worshippers and seekers to come and gather is part of being essential.

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Woman charged for disturbing Yellowstone mother grizzly

A woman faces wildlife endangerment charges for a close call with a mother grizzly in Yellowstone.

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Russia stops Cubans trying to enter EU by air bed

Three Cubans caught trying to cross a river into Estonia are said to have been heading for Spain.

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Mexican softball players apologize for tossing team gear.

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This Vegetarian Menu Brings Home the Best of the Market

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‘The Jetpack Guy Is Back’: Los Angeles Sighting Draws an Inquiry, Again

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Treasury must turn over Trump’s taxes to Congress, the Justice Dept. says.

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Poetry and Politics, HIPAA and Other Letters to the Editor

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New York City Awards $3 Million for Latino and Puerto Rican Theater

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Wonking Out: Keynesian Republicans, Supply-Side Democrats?

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Repression, Obsession, Murder

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The U.S. government will pay for the testing Biden ordered for unvaccinated federal workers.

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The Pleasure of Falling Asleep With a Book on Your Face

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As Missouri faces a Delta-driven surge, some people are trying to get vaccinated in secret, a doctor says.

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Senate Agrees on $1 Trillion Infrastructure Deal

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Watch Live: Biden Outlines Next Steps in Coronavirus Vaccine Efforts

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Like other families of Olympians, Sunisa Lee’s relatives are cheering (and crying) from afar.

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California Wine Country Rebuilds as Threats Persist

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China’s sports machine’s single goal: the most golds, at any cost.

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Electric Utilities, Formed Decades Ago, Struggle to Meet Climate Crisis

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The Senate votes 98-0 for $2.1 billion in emergency spending to secure the Capitol and aid Afghan refugees.

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Theodore McCarrick: Defrocked US cardinal charged with assault and battery

Theodore McCarrick is believed to be the highest-ranking US Catholic to face criminal abuse charges.

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Hedge Fund Buys Paper. Hedge Fund Closes Paper.

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Budget watchdog group warns bipartisan infrastructure deal may fall short on funding.

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A poultry producer and four executives are charged in a chicken price-fixing case.

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Activision, Facing Internal Turmoil, Grapples With #MeToo Reckoning

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Israel will give third Covid vaccine shots to those over 60.

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