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Former King of Spain, Juan Carlos, Details Death of Brother in Memoir

He wrote about the accident that killed his brother nearly 70 years ago. The book also describes his respect for Gen. Francisco Franco, the former dictator.

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The former king of Spain, Juan Carlos, published a memoir on Wednesday. The former monarch speaks about the shooting accident that killed his brother and his decades in power.
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China’s New Aircraft Carrier Enters Service, a Sign of Naval Ambitions

The Fujian, China’s most advanced carrier, went into official service this week. It brings the country closer to challenging U.S. naval dominance.

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In a photo released by Xinhua News Agency, China’s third and newest aircraft carrier, the Fujian, conducted a maiden sea trial in May 2024.
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Will Hamas Lay Down Its Arms?

For a movement that built its legitimacy around what it called resistance, giving up its weapons is not just a tactical concession, it is an existential unraveling.

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Lawsuits Blame ChatGPT for Suicides and Harmful Delusions

Seven complaints, filed on Thursday, claim the popular chatbot encouraged dangerous discussions and led to mental breakdowns.

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Over three weeks of conversations with ChatGPT, Allan Brooks fell into a delusion. He is now suing OpenAI.
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As Hours Dwindled Before Flight Cuts, the Government Was Publicly Mum

Airlines did not wait for an announcement, notifying passengers and airports of expected changes before the Trump administration made official its list of affected airports.

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The lack of instruction from the Trump administration for most of Thursday fueled angst among would-be travelers.
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San Francisco Sees Nancy Pelosi as a Tireless Leader for the City

Representative Nancy Pelosi, after announcing her retirement, was praised by many San Franciscans for her tireless efforts on behalf of the city. Some of her work went unheralded.

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Nancy Pelosi, with her grandchildren, during the Pride Parade in San Francisco in 2019. She has long been a champion of L.G.B.T.Q. rights and stood up for the city’s gay community.
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Mamdani Wants to Tax the Rich. Can He Persuade State Leaders?

After an impressive victory, Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani now must find funds for his programs. His push for higher taxes puts Gov. Kathy Hochul, who faces a re-election fight, in a tough spot.

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Gov. Kathy Hochul has long been an opponent of tax increases, but she might consider raising the corporate tax rate.
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Who’s Selling the $10 Million Gold Toilet? Signs Point to the Mets’ Owner.

The billionaire Steve Cohen is reported to have purchased the 18-karat flushable sculpture by Maurizio Cattelan in 2017. It’s now coming up for sale at Sotheby’s.

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Sotheby’s will auction a solid gold toilet, a sculpture by the Italian artist Maurizio Cattelan that is called “America.” The auction is set for Nov. 18 in New York. The owner is said to be Steven Cohen, owner of the Mets and a longtime art patron.
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Republicans Block Measure to Bar Military Strike on Venezuela

All but two G.O.P. senators voted against a resolution to stop the president from expanding his military campaign against drug traffickers to include land targets inside Venezuela.

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Senator Rand Paul of Kentucky was one of two Republicans who joined Democrats on Thursday in voting to prevent an attack on Venezuela.
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California Fire Victims Urge State to Hold Insurers Accountable

“We thought we could trust the system,” said a homeowner in Altadena whose insurance policy was canceled only months before the January fires destroyed his home.

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More than eight out of 10 of those whose homes were destroyed in the fires are still displaced.
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Anti-Defamation League Creates ‘Mamdani Monitor’ Tip Line for Antisemitism Reports

The group, which has taken aim at Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani over his criticism of Israel, is facing backlash after unveiling a website where New Yorkers could report incidents of antisemitism.

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Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani has drawn criticism from some Jewish organizations for his positions on Israel, many of which were once considered unthinkable for an elected official in New York.
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U.S. Sends Attack Aircraft to El Salvador Amid Regional Troop Buildup

A New York Times analysis of satellite imagery and air traffic control communications found that U.S. military planes began operating out of the Central American country in mid-October.

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The AC-130J Ghostrider that later appeared in El Salvador taxied near a runway in Ceiba, P.R., in late October.
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Stefanik to Launch Campaign to Challenge Gov. Hochul in New York

Elise Stefanik, a Republican congresswoman, is a leading ally of President Trump who has gone to great lengths to criticize Ms. Hochul and Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani.

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Representative Elise Stefanik, a Republican who represents the North Country, is closely allied with President Trump.
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Justice Dept. Is Said to Be Investigating D.C. Mayor Over Foreign Trip

The investigation into Muriel E. Bowser, which is being handled by the U.S. attorney’s office in Washington, could face significant hurdles because of the known facts of the case and recent turmoil inside the Justice Department.

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It remains unclear how far the investigation into Muriel E. Bowser, a Democrat who has served as Washington’s mayor since 2015, has advanced.
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Elon Musk Wins $1 Trillion Tesla Pay Package

Tesla shareholders approved a plan to grant Elon Musk shares worth nearly $1 trillion if he meets ambitious goals, including vastly expanding the company’s stock market valuation.

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Elon Musk, Tesla’s chief executive, had threatened to leave the company if shareholders rejected the pay plan.
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Who Will Replace Nancy Pelosi in Congress?

Two Democrats have already announced their campaigns to replace Representative Nancy Pelosi in her San Francisco district, and others may join the race soon.

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Representative Nancy Pelosi has held her House seat for nearly four decades.
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What Travelers Need to Know About the Shutdown, Flight Reductions and Delays

As the government shutdown continues, more challenges await passengers as they deal with the newest announcement from the Trump administration: a 10 percent cut in flights at 40 U.S. airports.

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A 10 percent cutback in flights at 40 airports across the U.S. is likely to affect major hubs like Los Angeles International Airport as well as ripple out to some smaller destinations.
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