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What I Gained When I Gave Up My Father’s Last Name

August 11, 2023 marked the first time my father, Edwin LeRoy Goff, could have celebrated his birthday while holding his grandson. He died on April 22nd, 2022, roughly five months before my son was born. When he died, my father

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The Longest Strike in U.S. History

The ongoing writers and actors strike halting the television and movie business has already surpassed 100 days as Labor Day approaches. But so far, it’s still nowhere near as long as the longest strike in U.S. history. [time-brightcove not-tgx=”true”] Labor

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After recent disasters, the White House says FEMA needs more money

The Federal Emergency Management Agency needs $16 billion in emergency funding, the White House says. That’s up $4 billion from a request it made last month, due to recent disasters. (Image credit: Mandel Ngan/AFP via Getty Images)

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Ukraine Fights to Widen Its Puncture of Russian Front Lines

Expanding the small southeastern breach could put critical Russian logistics lines within reach of Ukrainian artillery.

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Nursing Homes Must Boost Staffing Under First-Ever National Standards

The rule would require patients receive weekly care from a registered nurse and a nurse aide.

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The Devastating Shot That Novak Djokovic Is Still Improving

The 23-time major champion is hitting his forehand better this season than at any point in his career. He’s counting on it to win him the U.S. Open.

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Hundreds of flights cancelled as Typhoon Saola barrels towards Hong Kong

Hundreds of flights have been cancelled in Hong Kong and the neighbouring Chinese province of Guangdong ahead of the arrival of Typhoon Saola.

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How the Proud Boys Breached the Capitol on Jan. 6: Rile Up the Normies

A Times investigation of court documents, text messages and hundreds of videos shows how the Proud Boys coordinated to instigate multiple breaches of the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6.

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How to Hang On to Summer Vibes in the Fall

Autumn anxiety can creep in as days get shorter and schedules get busier. Here’s how to cope.

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5 Things CFOs Should Know About Generative AI

Finance chiefs weigh guardrails, financial risks and investment returns as they work to put new technology into practice.

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