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“Hurricane Harvey Strikes a Powerful Blow to Texas, and Lingers” plus 30 more NYT

“Hurricane Harvey Strikes a Powerful Blow to Texas, and Lingers” plus 30 more NYT

Hurricane Harvey Strikes a Powerful Blow to Texas, and Lingers

Posted: 26 Aug 2017 02:13 PM PDT

The first major hurricane to make landfall in the United States since 2005 caused damage and flooding over a vast area. At least one death was reported.

Live Briefing: Harvey, Now a Tropical Storm, Carves a Path of Destruction Through Texas

Posted: 26 Aug 2017 01:01 PM PDT

One fatality was reported Saturday as rescue efforts began after a Category 4 hurricane swept into Texas. There were reports of power loss and heavy damage to buildings.

Thousands of Texas Inmates Evacuated From Prisons Ahead of Floods

Posted: 26 Aug 2017 11:59 AM PDT

About 4,500 prisoners in Rosharon, Tex., were being bused to other facilities as the nearby Brazos River rose under heavy rain from Tropical Storm Harvey.

The Relationship Between Hurricanes and Climate Change

Posted: 26 Aug 2017 10:35 AM PDT

The links between hurricanes and climate change are not simple. Some things are known with growing certainty. Others, not so much.

Why Trump’s Pardon of Arpaio Follows Law, Yet Challenges It

Posted: 26 Aug 2017 12:53 PM PDT

Legal experts said they were troubled by President Trump's move to excuse the lawlessness of an official who had sworn to defend the constitutional structure.

Democratic Fury, and Mostly G.O.P. Silence, Over Trump’s Pardon of Arpaio

Posted: 26 Aug 2017 01:54 PM PDT

While Democrats said the pardon signaled tolerance for bigotry, at least one Republican said it was the right thing to do.

Trump Pardons Joe Arpaio, Who Became Face of Crackdown on Illegal Immigration

Posted: 25 Aug 2017 08:12 PM PDT

Mr. Arpaio, the former Arizona sheriff who built a national reputation for his efforts to hunt and detain undocumented immigrants, had been convicted of criminal contempt.

Sebastian Gorka Is Forced Out as White House Adviser, Officials Say

Posted: 25 Aug 2017 08:09 PM PDT

Mr. Gorka was a staunch defender of President Trump and a lightning rod for controversy. A conservative website reported that he had resigned.

Trump’s Threats on Health Law Hide an Upside: Gains Made by Some Insurers

Posted: 26 Aug 2017 01:37 PM PDT

Despite anxiety over the Affordable Care Act's stability, many insurance companies still participating have cut losses sharply. Some are starting to prosper.

Foundation Started by Charlottesville Victim’s Mother Promotes Social Justice

Posted: 26 Aug 2017 09:48 AM PDT

The mother of the victim, Heather D. Heyer, said she wanted the country to learn a lesson she had taught her daughter: Disputes can be de-escalated before they become violent.

Videos Show Slow Police Response to Violent Protests in Charlottesville

Posted: 25 Aug 2017 06:16 PM PDT

Slow responses by the police to violent skirmishes at a white nationalist rally in Charlottesville, Va., on Aug. 12 have angered many residents, though officials insist no "stand down" order was in place.

North Korea Used Multiple-Rocket Launchers to Test Missiles

Posted: 26 Aug 2017 06:25 AM PDT

Pyongyang fired three rockets capable of hitting U.S. bases in South Korea. Two of them traveled 155 miles before splashing down.

Late Wages for Migrant Workers at a Trump Golf Course in Dubai

Posted: 26 Aug 2017 02:00 AM PDT

At a golf course managed by the president's company, migrant workers employed by a local contractor complain they are not paid on time.

Soviet-Era Program Gives Even Unoppressed Immigrants an Edge

Posted: 26 Aug 2017 12:11 PM PDT

While refugee camps swell with families escaping Islamic fundamentalists and civil war, a 1990 act conveys a favored status on Ukrainians and other applicants from former Soviet areas.

McGregor vs. Mayweather: Time, Odds and Top Story Lines

Posted: 26 Aug 2017 03:30 PM PDT

Conor McGregor, the U.F.C. champ, takes on undefeated boxer Floyd Mayweather Jr. in the most anticipated fight in years. Stay here for live updates and analysis.

Chastised by E.U., a Resentful Greece Embraces China’s Cash and Interests

Posted: 26 Aug 2017 03:46 PM PDT

Chinese investments in Greece are beginning to pay off, not only economically, but also by providing Beijing with a seemingly reliable ally in Brussels.

For Latino Artists in Sci-Fi Show, Everyone’s an Alien

Posted: 25 Aug 2017 08:24 AM PDT

This fall, 70 transcultural museum shows will explore Los Angeles's ties to Latin America in a far-reaching survey, "Pacific Standard Time: LA/LA."

Miami’s Living Shorelines

Posted: 26 Aug 2017 02:00 AM PDT

Join volunteers from the Frost Science Museum as they work to restore mangrove habitats along the Oleta River, the last natural waterway in Miami.

Man With 4-Foot Sword Shouted ‘Allahu Akbar’ Outside Buckingham Palace, Police Say

Posted: 26 Aug 2017 07:38 AM PDT

The authorities in London said the 26-year-old had driven his car at a police van and tried to pull out the weapon before being subdued with tear-gas spray.

Funeral for Teenager Killed by Philippine Police Galvanizes Duterte Critics

Posted: 26 Aug 2017 08:26 AM PDT

Thousands of Filipinos joined a march on Saturday for a 17-year-old boy whose death has fueled opposition to the president's brutal war on drugs.

Islamic State Stronghold Tal Afar About to Fall, Says Iraqi Military

Posted: 26 Aug 2017 10:39 AM PDT

Iraqi forces raised the national flag on Saturday in the heart of Tal Afar, Islamic State's stronghold in the country's northwest, and said they were poised to take full control of the city after a week-long offensive.

Chechnya Pushes Divorced Couples to Reunite ‘for the Children’

Posted: 26 Aug 2017 09:18 AM PDT

A council compels split couples to get back together, warning of fewer children who are "normal" and more likely to become terrorists.

Andy Murray Withdraws From the U.S. Open Because of a Hip Injury

Posted: 26 Aug 2017 01:00 PM PDT

Murray, who won the event in 2012, said he had been trying to heal since the French Open.

Conor McGregor’s Baby Suits Up in Custom Threads Ahead of Fight

Posted: 26 Aug 2017 02:40 PM PDT

The M.M.A. champion has a passion for custom-made suits -- and his 3-month-old son is following in his fashionable footsteps.

Where They Weigh Scorpions

Posted: 26 Aug 2017 03:28 PM PDT

It's the annual weigh-in at the London Zoo, where keepers take the vital statistics of hundreds of species to help with their care and well being, and to help with conservation efforts.

Few Answers in the Death of a Bronx Football Player

Posted: 25 Aug 2017 12:19 PM PDT

Dominick Bess, an incoming freshman at Mount Saint Michael Academy, collapsed during a running drill on Tuesday.

Russian Tanker Completes Arctic Passage Without Aid of Icebreakers

Posted: 25 Aug 2017 02:28 AM PDT

The Christophe de Margerie, built to crush ice in its path, completed the journey from Norway to South Korea in just 19 days.

Macron Has Spent $31,000 to Keep Looking Young Since Taking Office

Posted: 25 Aug 2017 03:49 PM PDT

The French president's office said it has paid for a makeup artist to keep Mr. Macron, 39, looking his best during public appearances.

Restaurant Review: The Grill Is Confident, Theatrical, Sharp and New Yorky

Posted: 22 Aug 2017 09:29 AM PDT

The former Grill Room of the Four Seasons now holds a restaurant with a full-battery charge.

A Word With: Kathy Bates Finds Peace, With ‘Disjointed’ and Some Herbal Medicine

Posted: 25 Aug 2017 07:00 AM PDT

The Oscar-winning actress talks about her new Netflix pot comedy and living on a high in her third act.

‘For a Moment, Everyone in Our Nation Stopped and Looked Up’

Posted: 26 Aug 2017 02:00 AM PDT

Our Top 10 Comments of the Week: Readers debate the total solar eclipse, President Trump's feuds of the week, and affirmative action at top colleges.