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Moderate Islamist Party Claims Victory in Tunisia

Ennahda appeared to emerge as the big winner in Tunisia on Monday as preliminary results leaked out in the voting for an assembly to draft a constitution and shape a new government.

Administration Proposes Changes to Mortgage Program

The government will overhaul a program that lets homeowners refinance mortgage loans at lower interest rates to address problems that have limited participation.

Talks Adjourned, Aides Try to Iron Out Euro Rescue Details

Fears are growing that the latest rescue will be another minimal step that falls short of a solution.

Communities Rebel Against Cuomo’s Cap on Local Taxes

Many town boards in New York want to override a law that caps growth of property taxes at 2 percent, which amounts to a restriction on spending.

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TimesCast: Tunisia's First Free Vote

A moderate Islamic party appears to win Tunisia’s election; the search continues for survivors of Turkey’s earthquake; and financial woes could shutter WikiLeaks.

Campaign 2012
Republicans Embrace Twitter Hard for ’12

House Republicans have adopted Twitter as their karaoke microphone against the White House bullhorn.

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U.S. Ambassador to Syria Leaves Damascus

Robert S. Ford left after receiving “credible threats against his personal safety,” embassy officials said.

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WikiLeaks Block May Force Its End, Founder Warns

Julian Assange said a “financial blockade” had sharply reduced the donations on which his Web site depends.

Panetta’s Pentagon, Without the Blank Check

Leon E. Panetta, the new defense secretary, must balance military cuts against a national security threats.

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Bhaktipada, Ex-Hare Krishna Leader, Dies at 74

Swami Bhaktipada, a charismatic leader, served eight years on charges connected to racketeering and murder for hire.

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World Series

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The Inescapable Pressure on the Big-Game Pitcher

The World Series may well turn on the battle of wills between Chris Carpenter and C.J. Wilson in Game 5.

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A Man, a Bike and 4,100 Miles

The end of a cross-country trip brings relief, but also a touch of sadness. It’s one less adventure ahead.

 

New Vistas for Burmese Artists

Myanmar artists are emerging from decades of isolation brought on by a military government and international sanctions.

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When the Roommate Has Four Legs

Apartment buildings are realizing the need among tenants for feline or canine companionship.

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A Fabulously ’50s Way to See the U.S.A.

The 1955 Bel Air signaled a turning point for Chevrolet, bringing style and class to the low-price market.

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I Never Wanted to Be a Manager. But I’ve Learned.

Selina Lo of Ruckus Wireless says that “the art of management is not something I have the patience for,” but that she hires people who excel in the areas she doesn’t.

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