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Bill Clinton on being called 'first Black president': 'I took it as a great compliment'

Former President Clinton said he was flattered when acclaimed author Toni Morrison called him America’s "first Black president." “When my friend Toni Morrison said that, you know, it was about — it ...

Politics - The Hill - 2 days ago

Rufus Wainwright: ‘I had a great party trick, but it once blew up in my face’

The singer-songwriter on his most memorable fan, his love of Chappell Roan, and his close friend and nemesis Jake Shears. Get our weekend culture and lifestyle email If you could have a ...

World - The Guardian - 21 hours ago

Taking Time

Daylight saving time ends tomorrow. How will you make use of the extra hour?

World - The New York Times - November 2

This Is Not the Time to Give Up Wine

People are turning away from drinking. But a glass of wine offers transcendent benefits that, for me, far outweigh the risks.

Top stories - The New York Times - October 26

For Investors, What if This Time Is Different?

Disregarding politics has worked brilliantly in the United States for a century. But market history offers comfort only up to a point, our columnist says.

Business - The New York Times - October 27

When Is Daylight Saving Time?

The twice-yearly ritual has roots in cost-cutting strategies of the late 19th century. A recent effort to end it has stalled in Congress.

Top stories - The New York Times - October 29

Extra Extra! The End Times, Onscreen

When the world as we know it ends in films and on television, newspapers are often used to convey what was known in those final days.

Top stories - The New York Times - October 30

Trump, Harris and peace in our time

The two candidates have fundamentally different views about America’s global role and how to keep the peace

World - Financial Times - November 4

Breaking down the timing of election results

One of the top questions people want to know is when will we know who wins the election. While we don't know for sure, there are some clues. Major Garrett has more.

Why the Social Media Reaction to Trump’s Election May Be Different From 2016

In 2016, online platforms were awash in calls to protest the day after Donald J. Trump’s victory. On Wednesday, many said it seemed like business as usual.

Lifestyle - The New York Times - November 8

Is it time for Trump to drain the swamp … in Iran?

President Biden has warned Iran's government to stop plotting against Americans, including President-elect Donald Trump, and the U.S. is prepared to view any attempts on Trump's life as an act of war.

Politics - The Hill - November 12

Trump Had It Easy the First Time

A host of problems that will need more subtle and sophisticated uses of force and coercive diplomacy will confront the new president.

Top stories - The New York Times - November 12

It’s time to ride the marine energy wave

The United States is investing in marine energy technology to help meet clean energy goals, with the Marine Energy Technologies Acceleration Act providing $1 billion for research, demonstration ...

Politics - The Hill - November 14

'Time for Scotland to deliver result, not moments'

Scotland have long been capable of flashes of brilliance, but now they need a winning performance when Australia visit, writes Tom English.

Menendez brothers' family: 'They've served their time'

Lyle and Erik Menendez's family is speaking out in the wake of the Los Angeles County District Attorney's decision to recommend resentencing for the brothers.

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