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The ‘R-Word’ Returns, Dismaying Those Who Fought to Oust It

The term, long considered a slur for those with intellectual disabilities, is seeing a resurgence on social media and across the political right.

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Jill Eglé, a disability advocate who was a driving force in having the “R- word” eliminated at the state level in Virginia.
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A Showdown in Minnesota

We look at the death of Alex Pretti in Minneapolis.

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Federal agents confronting protesters in Minneapolis on Saturday.
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Hamas Hands Over Body of Ran Gvili, Closing Chapter for Israel

The recovery of Master Sgt. Ran Gvili’s body paves the way for the next stage of the Gaza cease-fire plan, though the path forward is unclear.

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Israelis gathered for Hanukkah on Sunday in Hostage Square in Tel Aviv, some holding placards bearing the face of Master Sgt. Ran Gvili.
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New Videos of the Beckham Feud Are Fake. Nobody Seems to Care.

A.I.-generated content of Victoria Beckham has spread as wedding drama has engulfed the celebrity clan and the public has clamored for receipts (even fabricated ones).

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Brooklyn Beckham, center, the eldest son of David Beckham, left, and Victoria Beckham, right, openly criticized his famous parents last week.
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Russia Says Talks to End War in Ukraine Will Continue

Ukrainian and Russian officials left rare direct talks last weekend in a somewhat optimistic mood. But Russia may be simply stalling for time, analysts said.

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An artillery unit of Ukraine's 59th Assault Brigade firing at Russian positions near the Ukrainian city of Pokrovsk last month.
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A Crisis of Confidence for ICE and Border Patrol as Clashes Escalate

Current and former officials describe growing frustration and disillusionment with the Trump administration’s approach, even as they support the goal of immigration enforcement.

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Oscar Hagelsieb, a former resident agent in charge with Homeland Security Investigations, in El Paso on Sunday.
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Silicon Valley Wants to Build A.I. That Can Improve A.I. on Its Own

Ricursive Intelligence, founded by two former Google researchers and valued at $4 billion, is among several efforts to automate the creation of artificial intelligence.

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Anna Goldie and Azalia Mirhoseini, the founders of Ricursive Intelligence, at the start-up’s offices in Palo Alto, Calif.
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