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Israel's Netanyahu Fires Defense Minister, Citing 'Gaps' in Approach to War

View in browser November 6, 2024, 4:10 a.m. Eastern time Top News Despite Bomb Threats and Disinformation, a Fairly Smooth Election A barrage of threats, widespread disinformation and a security lapse in Milwaukee marred Election Day in some places. But officials say the voting stayed on track. Israel's Netanyahu Fires Defense Minister, Citing 'Gaps' in Approach to War The minister, Yoav Gallant, differed with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu over the conduct of the war in Gaza and domestic political issues. North Korea Enters Ukraine Fight for First Time, Officials Say Western and Ukrainian officials have called the appearance of North Korean forces on the battlefield a major escalation. Editors' Picks Who Says You Can't Live Off the Grid in Manhattan? It takes dedication, solar panels and lots of vegetables. And it probably means putting dating on hold. Opinion | I'm a Presidential Historian. This Is My Biggest Regret About Trump. I used to think of Trump as a dangerous but recognizable demagogue. Now I see him as a genuine aberration in our history — and a unique threat to the nation. World Russia Plotted to Put Incendiary Devices on Cargo Planes, Officials Say Western officials are investigating whether devices planted at shipping hubs in Europe may have been a test run by Russian operatives for placing them on planes bound for the U.S. Mexico's Top Court Dismisses Proposal to Invalidate Contentious Judicial Overhaul The move spares the country's new president from having to choose between recognizing a court decision to strike down the overhaul or aligning with her party's leaders and ignoring it. Israeli Strikes Target Syria for a Second Day in a Row The military said the attacks were meant to reduce the transfer of weapons and intelligence from Iran through Syria to Hezbollah, the armed group in Lebanon. See more world news U.S. Los Angeles Faces a 'Particularly Dangerous Situation' for Wildfire Weather Forecasters in California are using some of their strongest language to warn that windy conditions may help fires spread this week. U.S. Expects Foreign Adversaries to Stoke Anger Over Election Results Officials anticipate a rise in false narratives in the days and weeks after the vote. Giuliani Moved Possessions From N.Y. Apartment as Creditors Closed In Lawyers for the two election workers seeking to collect on a $148 million defamation judgment against Rudolph W. Giuliani found that he had largely cleared out his Upper East Side home. See more U.S. news Politics What Democracy Looks Like in Rural Wisconsin: One Woman Counting Her Neighbors' Votes Graceann Toberman has been counting the votes in her Wisconsin town of 734 people for decades. "I try not to be in a mad dash," she says. These 8 Counties Could Hint at Where the Election Is Headed While the nation awaits statewide results after the polls close on Election Day, a number of counties could offer insight into whether different demographic groups are voting for Kamala Harris or Donald J. Trump. Bomb Threats Hit Several States, but None Are Found Credible Officials reported election-related threats in Georgia, Maine, Arizona Michigan, Pennsylvania, Wisconsin and Ohio. The F.B.I. said many of the threats "appear to originate from Russian email domains." See more political news Business Boeing's Strike Is Over. Its Problems Are Not. The aerospace manufacturer and its new chief executive face a daunting to-do list, including improving quality and increasing production of its commercial planes. Contraband Whiskey and a Secret Royal Dinner: Wall Street Goes to Riyadh Are you an international business titan on the hunt for billions of dollars of Saudi oil cash? Prepare for "a mind game." When Kentucky Bans Homeless Camps, Where Do People Go? Angel Sivado tries to move people from the streets to permanent housing. A new law makes helping her clients more of a challenge. See more business news Technology How Lina Khan Became an Election Hot Topic The Federal Trade Commission chair drew increasing political vitriol as the presidential vote neared. Her political future hangs in the balance. Cryptocurrency Markets, Promoted by Trump, Brace for Election Volatility Many crypto investors hope that a victory for Donald Trump could propel the price of Bitcoin to new heights, though a loss could cause a fall. See more technology news Arts A Hollywood Drought and a Game Show Dream It's tough to get work in film and television these days. So one unemployed writer decided to study up on "The Price Is Right." Quincy Jones, the Maestro of the Recording Studio For decades, he had many of the pop world's best players on call — and knew how to coax out their sharpest performances. See more arts news Food At Din Tai Fung, the Hunt for Delicate Dumplings Is Hit or Miss The worldwide chain is famed for precision-engineered xiao long bao, but the ones in New York are less than reliable. Growing Food Instead of Lawns in California Front Yards Front yards transformed to tiny crop farms in Los Angeles provide vegetables to dozens of families and use a fraction of the water needed by grass. Four Weeknight Dishes and Baked Alfredo Pasta Ali Slagle's baked Alfredo pasta with broccoli rabe and lemon isn't exactly quick, but it does make for some quality time in the kitchen. See more food news Science Japanese Scientists Bet on an Ancient Material for Their New Satellite: Wood Scientists in Japan constructed the first satellite made of wood by blending age-old woodworking techniques with rocket science. You May Not Be Able to Outrun a Vampire Bat Scientists put the bloodsucking mammals on a treadmill to understand how they get the energy to chase down their next meal. See more science news Well What's the Best Way to Get Rid of Plantar Warts? These common growths are stubborn, but doctors say there are several options to try. An Idaho Health Department Is Barred From Offering Covid Shots Experts worry the unusual move, driven by vaccine misinformation, could fuel further efforts to interfere with immunizations. Britain Confirms Two Cases of Newer Type of Mpox The authorities said the risk of a rapid spread remained low because the new cases had had household contact with the first infected person. See more on Well Travel From California to the Caribbean: 5 Sunny New Getaways Sea, desert, gardens and sun: If you're looking to escape chilly weather, we have some suggestions. A Journey Into 5,000 Years of History at Canyon de Chelly Going on a Navajo-led tour of this national monument in northeastern Arizona takes you to ancient ruins and sacred places that most tourists never see. See more travel news Real Estate Fifth Avenue: The 'Street of Dreams' for Over a Century The reputation of the iconic New York City thoroughfare began with a competition to build lavish mansions that came crashing down with the advent of luxury apartment buildings. Eliminating Kitchen Clutter Has Never Looked More Stylish Some of the biggest offenders tend to be small appliances like coffee makers and toasters. Designers are creating new ways to maximize space. Tiny Homes Face the Ax in Hong Kong, Leaving Many Families Worried The government says the city's smallest apartments need more regulation. For some of Hong Kong's poorest, that could mean higher rents or even eviction. See more real estate news Fashion & Style Pants That Show You're in the Know Wearing these pants, to some fashion enthusiasts, is akin to carrying "it" bags. To Help His TV Show, He Became a Meme Brian Jordan Alvarez's career started on social media. His mastery of the form, and a ridiculous dance trend, have drawn viewers to his show, "English Teacher." See more fashion news Obituaries Bernie Marcus, Home Depot Co-Founder, Is Dead at 95 In 1978, he came up with the idea of a warehouse-style store that would appeal to the do-it-yourself homeowner. With a partner's help it became the world's largest home-improvement retailer. Tyka Nelson, Sister of Prince Who Carved Her Own Path, Dies at 64 Out from under an imposing shadow, she recorded four albums as a singer and had two R&B hits before turning her focus to her brother's legacy. See more Obituaries Opinion Guest Essay Advice From a Psychotherapist on How to Cope Today The unknown is the most difficult thing for the brain to navigate. Guest Essay I Voted for Harris, but Gaza's Horrors Weigh on My Conscience The Biden administration bears responsibility for the mass murder and starvation of Palestinian civilians. Frank Bruni North Carolina Breaks Democrats' Hearts After several furious months of action, Harris came up short, and Trump came out on top. David Brooks, Ross Douthat, Michelle Goldberg and Tressie McMillan Cottom 'I Will Be Thrilled to Be Wrong': Four Columnists Brace for Election Night Who will win the presidency, House and Senate? What is the election about? And what happens next for America? Michelle Cottle The Hyper-Close House Race That Could Make All the Difference If Democrats have any hope of taking control of the House, they need to win races like this one. Guest Essay These Are the Latino Voters Who Could Sway This Election This multiracial and multiethnic demographic could transform American politics. Bret Stephens To Whom It May Concern Some tips for whoever ends up winning. Patrick Healy, Adrian J. Rivera and Frank Luntz These 15 Voters Swung Between Trump and Harris for Months. Here's What Decided Things. 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