Today's Headlines: China’s Births Hit Historic Low, a Political Problem for Beijing

The Hostages Escaped. But Synagogues Ask, How Can They Be More Secure?
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China's Births Hit Historic Low, a Political Problem for Beijing

China's Births Hit Historic Low, a Political Problem for Beijing

By Steven Lee Myers and Alexandra Stevenson

The demographic crisis, a challenge to the economy, also signals a limit to the reach of the government, which has struggled recently to grow the population.

The Hostages Escaped. But Synagogues Ask, How Can They Be More Secure?

The Hostages Escaped. But Synagogues Ask, How Can They Be More Secure?

By Ruth Graham, Jacey Fortin and Troy Closson

The hostages whispered instructions and edged closer to the door — part of invaluable training that anxious congregations are using.

Russia Thins Out Its Embassy in Ukraine, a Possible Clue to Putin's Next Move

Russia Thins Out Its Embassy in Ukraine, a Possible Clue to Putin's Next Move

By Michael Schwirtz and David E. Sanger

The slow evacuation may be part propaganda, part preparation for a conflict or part feint, Ukrainian and U.S. officials say. It could be all three.

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A Grand Miami Beach Hotel, and Its History, Might Be Torn Down

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A Grand Miami Beach Hotel, and Its History, Might Be Torn Down

By Patricia Mazzei

The Deauville Beach Resort played host to The Beatles, Frank Sinatra and John F. Kennedy. But it has been deemed unsafe after years of neglect.

Schwarzenegger: We Put Solar Panels on 1 Million Roofs in California. That Win Is Now Under Threat.

Opinion | Guest Essay

Schwarzenegger: We Put Solar Panels on 1 Million Roofs in California. That Win Is Now Under Threat.

By Arnold Schwarzenegger

Removing incentives to encourage homeowners to install solar panels is a bad idea.

Today's Videos

'Situation in Tonga Is Not Stable,' Diplomat Says

Video Video: 'Situation in Tonga Is Not Stable,' Diplomat Says

By The Associated Press

Tonga's communication lines remained severed from international communication days after an underwater volcano erupted and caused tsunami waves to strike the island nation.

Snowstorm Wreaks Havoc on Toronto's Roads

Video Video: Snowstorm Wreaks Havoc on Toronto's Roads

By Reuters

Several inches of snow fell in the city of Toronto, prompting officials to issue a winter storm warning.

Martin Luther King Jr.'s Family Tells Senate to Legislate, 'Not Celebrate'

Video Video: Martin Luther King Jr.'s Family Tells Senate to Legislate, 'Not Celebrate'

By Network Pool and Reuters

Relatives of the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. marched on Washington and urged the Senate to pass voting rights legislation.

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