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By NY Times - Jul 16, 2018
FOR THE FIRST TIME, GAMBLERS BET ON SPORTS AT MEADOWLANDS RACETRACK

Thousands of gamblers turned out to wager $560,000 on sporting events during the first day of sports betting Saturday at the Meadowlands.
Sport, Gambling, State Legislatures, Politics and Government, Athletics and Sports, Meadowlands Racetrack, Monmouth Park Racetrack, Atlantic City, East Rutherford, Meadowlands, New Jersey, Jeff Gural
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By NY Times - Jul 16, 2018
THE STONE: RAISING A CHILD IN A DOOMED WORLD

Some would say our mistake was having our daughter in the first place.
World, Global Warming, Parenting
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By NY Times - Jul 16, 2018
HOW DEMOCRACY WORKS IN PAKISTAN'S VILLAGES

Elections might change governments, but the feudal and punitive power structures in Pakistan's countryside don't change.
Election, Pakistan, Politics and Government, Elections, Agriculture and Farming, Rural Areas, Punjabi, Books and Literature
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By NY Times - Jul 16, 2018
WILL KAVANAUGH CURB SLOPPY WHITE HOUSE DEREGULATION?

The judge insists that federal agencies stay within the limits of law and delegated authority.
Law and Legislation, Supreme Court, Kavanaugh, Brett M, Trump, Donald J, Appeals Courts, Regulation and Deregulation of Industry
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By NY Times - Jul 16, 2018
LET THIS GLORIOUS INGREDIENT SIMPLY SHINE

When you get your hands on something as precious as zucchini blossoms, don't create too many distractions.
Cooking and Cookbooks, Zucchini
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By NY Times - Jul 16, 2018
9 HOMES THAT MAKE A CASE FOR THE GREAT INDOORS

We've rounded up some of T's dreamiest interior features for all of the year-round homebodies.
Architecture, Design, Schloss Hollenegg, Austria, Cai Guo-Qiang, Guadagnino, Luca, Lyons, Jenna, Sottsass, Ettore Jr, Yanagihara, Hanya, France, Copenhagen, Karuizawa, Tuscany
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By NY Times - Jul 16, 2018
BOTS OF THE INTERNET, REVEAL YOURSELVES!

A bill in the California legislature would regulate bots by making them disclose their automated nature. But how?
Computers and the Internet, Hertzberg, Robert M, Common Sense Media, Center for Humane Technology
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By NY Times - Jul 16, 2018
AMONG THE MAJESTIC TREES IN CONGAREE, SLIPPING INTO SILENCE

The little-visited Congaree National Park in South Carolina has been called “Redwoods East.” A kayak will take you deep into its quiet...
Travel and Vacations, National Parks, Monuments and Seashores, South Carolina, Congaree National Park
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By NY Times - Jul 16, 2018
SECRET NATIONAL PARKS: A NEVADA PARK THAT, AT 77,000 ACRES, SNEAKS IN UNDER THE TOURIST RADAR

Bryce, Zion, Arches, Canyonlands, even Capitol Reef, get all the attention. But Great Basin National Park gets something arguably better:...
National Parks, Monuments and Seashores, Travel and Vacations, Great Basin National Park
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By NY Times - Jul 16, 2018
SECRET NATIONAL PARKS: AN ALASKA NATIONAL PARK AS BIG AS CONNECTICUT. ANNUAL VISITORS? 23,000

You can only get to gorgeous Lake Clark National Park and Preserve by boat or plane. That's kept the hordes away.
Alaska, National Parks, Monuments and Seashores, Lake Clark National Park and Preserve, Travel and Vacations
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By NY Times - Jul 16, 2018
HE PREYED ON MEN WHO WANTED TO BE PRIESTS. THEN HE BECAME A CARDINAL

Cardinal Theodore E. McCarrick was removed from ministry last month for sexually abusing an altar boy. But for decades, the church...
McCarrick, Theodore E, Sexual Harassment, Roman Catholic Church, Ciolek, Robert, Sex Crimes, Priests, Diocese of Metuchen, Archdiocese of Newark, Archdiocese of Washington, Ramsey, Boniface
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By NY Times - Jul 16, 2018
NEW YORK TODAY: NEW YORK TODAY: WHAT IS THIS OBJECT?

Monday: A call for submissions for odd objects seen in the city, and the newly appointed Nightlife Advisory Board.
New York City
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By NY Times - Jul 16, 2018
HELSINKI SUMMIT, EUROPEAN UNION, WORLD CUP: YOUR MONDAY BRIEFING

Here's what you need to know to start your day.
World
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By NY Times - Jul 16, 2018
ARE YOU READY TO FLY WITHOUT A HUMAN PILOT?

Rapid advances in airplane technology make pilotless flying possible sooner than anticipated - but the biggest manufacturers say other...
Technology, Farnborough Air Show, Airlines and Airplanes, Pilots, Accenture Ltd, Boeing Company, Federal Aviation Administration
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By NY Times - Jul 16, 2018
LUXURY LOUNGE WARS HEAT UP AS AIRLINES VIE FOR HIGH-END PASSENGERS

The disparity between the haves and have-nots in airline travel extends well beyond the cabin experience and is increasingly playing...
Travel, Airports, Airlines and Airplanes, Travel and Vacations, Business Travel
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By NY Times - Jul 16, 2018
TIRED OF BEING CRAMMED INTO AN AIRLINE SEAT? YOU HAVE OPTIONS

Passengers are increasingly willing to pay more for premium economy seats on long airplane trips that come with a host of other perks.
Economy, Airlines and Airplanes, Business Travel, Travel and Vacations, premium economy
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By NY Times - Jul 16, 2018
FROM THE SKY TO YOUR HOME, PLANE PARTS GET A SECOND LIFE

While the average jet's life span is 25 years, a stunning array of art and functional objects made from their remains can be useful...
Art, Airlines and Airplanes, Recycling of Waste Materials, Interior Design and Furnishings
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By NY Times - Jul 16, 2018
ZHENGZHOU DISPATCH: LOOKING THROUGH THE EYES OF CHINA'S SURVEILLANCE STATE

A rare chance to try on a tool of a would-be surveillance dystopia gave a glimpse of the wariness that a closely watched populace can't...
Surveillance of Citizens by Government, Zhengzhou, China
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By NY Times - Jul 16, 2018
TRUMP MEETS PUTIN: LIVE UPDATES FROM FINLAND

The leaders' first summit meeting will be closely analyzed for signs of whether President Trump is friendlier to his Russian counterparts...
Europ, Trump, Donald J, Putin, Vladimir V, Russia, United States, United States International Relations
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By NY Times - Jul 16, 2018
ON SOCCER: THE WORLD CUP CHANGED RUSSIA, BUT FOR HOW LONG?

A comparison between the 1980 Summer Olympics and this year's World Cup is not perfect, but there are parallels to study.
World, Soccer, Olympics, World Cup 2018, Politics and Government, Olympic Games, Cold War Era, Putin, Vladimir V, Russia
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NY Times

FOR THE FIRST TIME, GAMBLERS BET ON SPORTS AT MEADOWLANDS RACETRACK

Thousands of gamblers turned out to wager $560,000 on sporting events during the first day of sports betting Saturday at the Meadowlands.

THE STONE: RAISING A CHILD IN A DOOMED WORLD

Some would say our mistake was having our daughter in the first place.

HOW DEMOCRACY WORKS IN PAKISTAN'S VILLAGES

Elections might change governments, but the feudal and punitive power structures in Pakistan's countryside don't change.

WILL KAVANAUGH CURB SLOPPY WHITE HOUSE DEREGULATION?

The judge insists that federal agencies stay within the limits of law and delegated authority.

LET THIS GLORIOUS INGREDIENT SIMPLY SHINE

When you get your hands on something as precious as zucchini blossoms, don't create too many distractions.

9 HOMES THAT MAKE A CASE FOR THE GREAT INDOORS

We've rounded up some of T's dreamiest interior features for all of the year-round homebodies.

BOTS OF THE INTERNET, REVEAL YOURSELVES!

A bill in the California legislature would regulate bots by making them disclose their automated nature. But how?

AMONG THE MAJESTIC TREES IN CONGAREE, SLIPPING INTO SILENCE

The little-visited Congaree National Park in South Carolina has been called “Redwoods East.” A kayak will take you deep into its quiet...

SECRET NATIONAL PARKS: A NEVADA PARK THAT, AT 77,000 ACRES, SNEAKS IN UNDER THE TOURIST RADAR

Bryce, Zion, Arches, Canyonlands, even Capitol Reef, get all the attention. But Great Basin National Park gets something arguably better:...

SECRET NATIONAL PARKS: AN ALASKA NATIONAL PARK AS BIG AS CONNECTICUT. ANNUAL VISITORS? 23,000

You can only get to gorgeous Lake Clark National Park and Preserve by boat or plane. That's kept the hordes away.

HE PREYED ON MEN WHO WANTED TO BE PRIESTS. THEN HE BECAME A CARDINAL

Cardinal Theodore E. McCarrick was removed from ministry last month for sexually abusing an altar boy. But for decades, the church...

NEW YORK TODAY: NEW YORK TODAY: WHAT IS THIS OBJECT?

Monday: A call for submissions for odd objects seen in the city, and the newly appointed Nightlife Advisory Board.

HELSINKI SUMMIT, EUROPEAN UNION, WORLD CUP: YOUR MONDAY BRIEFING

Here's what you need to know to start your day.

ARE YOU READY TO FLY WITHOUT A HUMAN PILOT?

Rapid advances in airplane technology make pilotless flying possible sooner than anticipated - but the biggest manufacturers say other...

LUXURY LOUNGE WARS HEAT UP AS AIRLINES VIE FOR HIGH-END PASSENGERS

The disparity between the haves and have-nots in airline travel extends well beyond the cabin experience and is increasingly playing...

TIRED OF BEING CRAMMED INTO AN AIRLINE SEAT? YOU HAVE OPTIONS

Passengers are increasingly willing to pay more for premium economy seats on long airplane trips that come with a host of other perks.

FROM THE SKY TO YOUR HOME, PLANE PARTS GET A SECOND LIFE

While the average jet's life span is 25 years, a stunning array of art and functional objects made from their remains can be useful...

ZHENGZHOU DISPATCH: LOOKING THROUGH THE EYES OF CHINA'S SURVEILLANCE STATE

A rare chance to try on a tool of a would-be surveillance dystopia gave a glimpse of the wariness that a closely watched populace can't...

TRUMP MEETS PUTIN: LIVE UPDATES FROM FINLAND

The leaders' first summit meeting will be closely analyzed for signs of whether President Trump is friendlier to his Russian counterparts...

ON SOCCER: THE WORLD CUP CHANGED RUSSIA, BUT FOR HOW LONG?

A comparison between the 1980 Summer Olympics and this year's World Cup is not perfect, but there are parallels to study.

The headlines of News BreaK

Amid investigations and tensions, Trump-Putin going 1-on-1

Trump told reporters during a breakfast Monday morning with Finland's president that he thought the summit would go “fine.”

US, North Korea to restart joint searches for soldiers' remains, Pompeo says

Secretary of State Mike Pompeo says the U.S. and North Korea agreed to recommence searching for thousands of Americans who never returned home from the Korean War.

Man shot dead after wounding three cops in standoff

KANSAS CITY, Mo. - Police shot and killed a man Sunday suspected of shooting and wounding three Kansas City police officers, authorities said. The suspect died Sunday afternoon...

Trump, Putin To Meet After New Charges Over Russia's 2016 Election Interference

President Trump is set to meet Russian President Vladimir Putin in Helsinki, Finland, on Monday amid new allegations of Moscow's interference in the U.S. presidential election.

France wins World Cup after beating Croatia 4-2

There was to be no final, dramatic twist in a World Cup which has been full of joyous surprises and jaw-dropping late drama.

Croatia gears up to give heroes' welcome to World Cup team

ZAGREB, Croatia - Fans are pouring in from throughout the country as Croatia gears up to give a heroes' welcome to the national team despite its loss to France in the World Cup...

Putin: 25 million cyberattacks thwarted during World Cup

MOSCOW - President Vladimir Putin says Russian and other security services thwarted nearly 25 million cyberattacks linked to the World Cup. Putin announced the foiled attacks...

Anthony Joshua vs. Alexander Povetkin announced for Sept. 22 at Wembley Stadium

After weeks of speculation, Anthony Joshua's next title defense will be against Alexander Povetkin on Sept. 22 in London.

Netanyahu visits southern region following Gaza escalation

JERUSALEM - Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has met with community leaders of southern Israeli towns bordering Gaza, warning that Israel is engaged in a “lengthy battle.”...

Trump wins sympathy from Russian media ahead of summit

MOSCOW - U.S. President Donald Trump is no fan of American journalists, but he might love what the Russian media are saying about him ahead of his meeting Monday with Russian...