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Scrambling for Safety After Storm Flattens Islands in Caribbean
- Hundreds of thousands were fleeing Hurricane Irma in the largest evacuation in state history, packing into county shelters and jamming highways on their way north.
- The storm is “is going to devastate the United States, either Florida or some of the southeastern states,” an emergency official said.
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Business owners and other officials in Anguilla braced for Hurricane Jose this week amid the destruction of Irma.
How Irma Became So Big and So Destructive
A mix of meteorological conditions has conspired over the past week to make the storm unusually large and powerful.
Islands Battered by One Hurricane Brace for the Next
Days after Hurricane Irma struck the Caribbean, the islands that bore the brunt of the storm are bracing for Hurricane Jose.
Mexico Quake, Strongest in a Century, Leaves Dozens Dead
- A magnitude 8.2 earthquake struck off the southwestern coast of Mexico late Thursday, shaking buildings as far away as Mexico City.
- At least 58 were killed and some areas were leveled.
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Apocalyptic Fears Amid Nature’s Chaos? Not So Strange
Four hurricanes, raging wildfires, and now a monster earthquake. As one science fiction writer put it: “The End Times are getting in a few dress rehearsals right about now.”
Equifax Breach Exposes an Industry With Little Oversight
Equifax and other credit-reporting agencies hold a wealth of sensitive information, but they don’t face the constant monitoring that helps strengthen banks’ systems and data protections.
The Last Days of the ISIS Capital: Inside Besieged Raqqa
A Times reporter traveled to Raqqa, Syria, the wounded heart of the Islamic State, and found residents trapped by airstrikes, artillery fire and land mines.
Mercurial Trump Rattles the G.O.P. Ahead of Midterms
From siding with Democrats to inspiring imitators among primary challengers, President Trump is shaking up the political environment ahead of the midterms.
White House Memo
New White House Chief of Staff Has Chosen an Enforcer
The first step in taming the White House, John F. Kelly believes, is installing a No. 2 who is willing to be hated: Kirstjen Nielsen, his brusque, no-nonsense aide.
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F.B.I. Looks at Uber Software Used to Monitor Lyft Drivers
In another legal headache for Uber, federal investigators are looking into a past program called “Hell” that the ride-hailing company used to compete with rival Lyft.
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California Today: A Deadly Outbreak Stalks San Diego
Friday: San Diego tries to contain a hepatitis A outbreak, several cities court Amazon, and a look back at California’s first female lawyer.
How You Can Prepare to Evacuate Your Home for a Hurricane
Here are some tips for getting ready: Make a plan, bring documents, close lids, clear the yard, blast the freezer.
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Wirecutter Editor Shares the Tech That Can Improve Your Life
Jacqui Cheng, who leads The Wirecutter, a product recommendations site owned by The Times, has tested many consumer electronics products. Here is what stood out to her.
Dream in Reach, an Immigrant Chef Is Suddenly Unsettled
Suny Santana, brought to America as a child, was set to open a restaurant when he learned that the government may end his permission to stay.
‘I Smell Cash’: How the A.T.F. Spent Millions Unchecked
A pair of informants got $6 million and agents spent freely. The Justice Department fought to keep records of the operation secret.
HARVEY'S AFTERMATH
Ted Cruz 2.0? Senator Adjusts With Houston Under Water
As he prepares for re-election next year, Senator Ted Cruz faces a challenge in helping millions of people — in his hometown, Houston, and beyond — rebuild after Hurricane Harvey.
More Than 40 Sites Released Pollutants Because of the Storm
In the Houston area, air pollution, flooded toxic waste sites and reports of oil spills after the storm have residents and environmental groups concerned.
Rafael Nadal and Kevin Anderson Advance to Final
Anderson defeated Pablo Carreño Bust to become the first South African man to reach the U.S. Open final since 1965.
Utrecht Journal
If You Build It, the Dutch Will Pedal
Utrecht, the Netherlands’ fastest-growing city, is one of the world’s most bike-friendly places in one of the world’s most bike-friendly countries.
Panel Seeks Harshest Penalty for Officer in Garner Case
The Civilian Complaint Review Board found that Officer Daniel Pantaleo restricted Eric Garner’s breathing, and suggested a punishment that could lead to suspension of dismissal.
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Fitzroy Fights Australia Day and Demands Respect for Indigenous History
How a Melbourne suburb and its city council is confronting Australia’s celebration of “discovery” by European settlers.
Australia’s Same-Sex Marriage Vote May Proceed, Court Rules
The High Court’s decision clears the way for ballots to be sent next week in the nonbinding plebiscite, which critics have called divisive and costly.
So This One Time, I Overheard...
In this week’s Australia Letter, a New-York-inspired call for personal vignettes, plus same-sex marriage, rejecting Australia Day, and North Korea.
Creators and Stars Discuss ‘Blade Runner 2049’
The “Blade Runner” sequel is coming, and Harrison Ford, Ryan Gosling, Ridley Scott and Denis Villeneuve talk about why they’re reviving it.
Modern Love: Finding God in a Slice of Pizza
After her divorce, a mother and son who had been living by the rules of Orthodox Judaism decide to test (and taste) a new world.
‘It’ Brings Back Stephen King’s Killer Clown
This new, updated adaptation, which follows a bunch of kids on the trail of an evil force, is both scary and fun, our critic writes.
Miami Always Thinks the Storm Will Turn
It’s not going to be that bad, we say, until it’s too late.
How to Fix the Person You Love
It’s hard to make our spouses feel valued and accepted while pushing them to be the best they can be.
What the Rich Won’t Tell You
“There’s nobody who knows how much we spend. You’re the only person I ever said those numbers to out loud.”
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