Today's Headlines: House G.O.P. Paralyzed on Day 1 as Right Wing Blocks McCarthy Speakership

In a Hospital Ward, the Wounds of a Failed Democracy Don't Heal
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Wednesday, January 4, 2023

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House G.O.P. Paralyzed on Day 1 as Right Wing Blocks McCarthy Speakership

House G.O.P. Paralyzed on Day 1 as Right Wing Blocks McCarthy Speakership

By Catie Edmondson

On the first day of the new Congress, Representative Kevin McCarthy fell short repeatedly in his bid to become speaker as a right-wing rebellion prompted a historic floor fight.

In a Hospital Ward, the Wounds of a Failed Democracy Don't Heal

In a Hospital Ward, the Wounds of a Failed Democracy Don't Heal

By Vivian Yee

Tunisia's road to democracy began with a self-immolation, and such cases have filled hospital burn wards ever since, as elected leaders failed to deliver on a promise of prosperity.

Did a Fourth Grader Write This? Or the New Chatbot?

Did a Fourth Grader Write This? Or the New Chatbot?

By Claire Cain Miller, Adam Playford, Larry Buchanan and Aaron Krolik

Don't be surprised if you can't always tell. Neither could two teachers, a professor, nor even the renowned children's author Judy Blume.

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We're All Complicit in the N.F.L.'s Violent Spectacle

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We're All Complicit in the N.F.L.'s Violent Spectacle

By Kurt Streeter

The appetite for football has never been higher, even as viewers look past the toll the sport takes on players' lives. Damar Hamlin's collapse during a prime-time game should force a reconsideration.

'Entire Body Is Shaking': Why Americans With Chronic Pain Are Dying

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'Entire Body Is Shaking': Why Americans With Chronic Pain Are Dying

By Maia Szalavitz

American medicine and law enforcement continue to fight the last opioid war.

Today's Videos

Crowds Line the Streets for Pelé's Funeral Procession

Video Video: Crowds Line the Streets for Pelé's Funeral Procession

By Reuters

The coffin of the late football star was driven through the streets of Santos, Brazil, before he was laid to rest.

Suspect in College Student Killings to Be Extradited to Idaho

Video Video: Suspect in College Student Killings to Be Extradited to Idaho

By The Associated Press

Bryan Kohberger, who is accused of fatally stabbing four University of Idaho students, agreed to be extradited from Pennsylvania to Idaho to face murder charges.

Stephen Colbert Is Thrilled Over Kevin McCarthy's Troubles

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Stephen Colbert Is Thrilled Over Kevin McCarthy's Troubles

By Trish Bendix

"But remember, there's more important things in life than winning or losing — there's making fun of Kevin McCarthy for losing," Colbert said.

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