Democrats’ Divide: Should Obama-Era Economic Ideas Prevail in 2021?
A more traditional view is competing against a newer approach that has become mainstream among economists.A more traditional view is competing against a newer approach that has…
Read moreWhat Is COP26 and Why Is the Climate Change Summit Important?
Some 20,000 people are preparing to attend climate talks hosted by the United Nations starting at the end of the month. Here are some key facts to…
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Power Outages Plague Puerto Rico Despite LUMA Takeover
Transferring the power grid to a private company was supposed to help. But thousands protested last week over more blackouts.Transferring the power grid to a private company…
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New York’s $2 Billion Fund for Undocumented Workers Runs Dry
A demand for aid has depleted the fund in New York, and thousands of those who qualify could miss out on payments.A demand for aid has depleted…
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On a Pacific Island, Russia Tests Its Battle Plan on Climate Change
President Vladimir V. Putin long dismissed the threat posed by global warming. But fires, disasters and foreign pressure have prompted him to change course.President Vladimir V. Putin…
Read moreWashington State Fires Football Coach for Refusing to Get Vaccinated
Nick Rolovich had been the state’s highest-paid employee; he and four assistants were fired. Here’s the latest Covid news.Nick Rolovich had been the state’s highest-paid employee; he…
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Russia’s Low Vaccination Rates Leads to Record-Breaking Toll
The country hit 1,000 deaths in a 24-hour period for the first time since the pandemic began, reflecting the risks of having a low vaccination rate.The country…
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F.D.A. to Allow ‘Mix and Match’ Approach for Covid Booster Shots
The agency may act this week, when it is expected to authorize booster shots for recipients of the Moderna and Johnson & Johnson vaccines.The agency may act…
Read moreMistrust of Officials and Vaccines Is Behind Virus Surge in Russia
On Saturday, Russia exceeded 1,000 deaths in a 24-hour period for the first time since the pandemic began. Here’s the latest on Covid-19.On Saturday, Russia exceeded 1,000…
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Colin Powell, Former U.S. Secretary of State, Dies of Covid Complications
A former chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, secretary of state and national security adviser, Mr. Powell died on Monday, his family said.A former chairman of…
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As Rents Rise, So Do Pressures on People at Risk of Eviction
The end of the federal ban on evictions came amid soaring rents that make it harder for people to find new places to live.The end of the…
Read moreWhy Public Health Is in Crisis: Threats, Departures, New Laws
An examination of hundreds of health departments around the country shows that the nation may be less prepared for the next pandemic than it was for the…
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China’s GDP Growth Slows as Property and Energy Take a Toll
Growth of 4.9 percent shows the country’s huge industrial sector has run into trouble. But exports and services are looking strong.Growth of 4.9 percent shows the country’s…
Read moreAs Manchin Blocks Climate Plan, His State Can’t Hold Back Floods
As the senator thwarts Democrats’ major push to reduce warming, new data shows West Virginia is more exposed to worsening floods than anywhere else in the country.As…
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Biden’s Plans Raise Questions About What U.S. Can or Cannot Afford to Do
Democrats are debating whether doing nothing will cost more than doing something to deal with climate change, education, child care, prescription drugs and more.Democrats are debating whether…
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Fauci urges police officers to get vaccinated.
Police should see vaccination as the best way to protect themselves on the job, Fauci says.Police should see vaccination as the best way to protect themselves on…
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