Powerful Earthquake Shakes Istanbul

Turkish emergency services said the quake had a magnitude of 6.2 and reported no casualties or major damage so far.

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Odes to Mexican Drug Lords Are Pop Hits, but the Law Is Turning Against Them

Mexican artists built enormous audiences singing about drug cartels and narco culture. Cities and states are now moving against the style.

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Will Canada’s Next Prime Minister Solve the Million-Dollar Housing Crisis?

Soaring housing costs, with many homes nearing $1 million, have sparked an exodus from cities like Vancouver, and Canadians want their next prime minister to do something about it.

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Ukraine Cease-Fire Talks in London Downgraded After Rubio Pulls Out

Planned diplomatic talks on Wednesday have been scaled back, raising new doubts about progress toward a cease-fire between Russia and Ukraine.

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Syria’s Jihadist-Turned-President Seeks New Allies

In an interview with The New York Times, President Ahmed al-Shara urged the United States to lift sanctions and alluded to the possibility of future military support from Russia and Turkey.

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A Budget Traveler Tries Out Luggage-Shipping Services

The convenience of shipping comes with a cost. But under some circumstances, it may be worth it — and there may even be some savings if you factor in other elements.

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Weinstein’s Retrial to Begin, Testing Legacy of #MeToo Movement

Prosecutors and defense lawyers are expected to make opening statements Wednesday in the sex-crime case of the fallen mogul Harvey Weinstein.

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Cuomo’s Campaign Strategy: Limit Appearances and Avoid Confrontation

Former Gov. Andrew Cuomo is embracing a so-called Rose Garden strategy in his tightly controlled campaign for mayor of New York City.

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What Do You Look for in an Apartment? Tell Us About It.

As the busy summer rental season approaches, The New York Times wants to hear your must-haves and absolutely-nots when you’re looking for a place to live.

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A White House Reporter on What It Takes to Cover Trump

Tyler Pager uses a deep bench of sources to break stories about immigration, economic policy and national security.

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