Sam Jones, Sharpshooting Celtics Star of the 1960s, Dies at 88

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The Public Theater cancels the Under the Radar festival, citing Omicron surge.

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The Times Square celebration will be muted. The police presence will not.

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Quebec government faces backlash over New Year’s Eve curfew.

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A New Year and a New Leader, but Germany’s Focus Remains on Covid

By BY CHRISTOPHER F. SCHUETZE from NYT World https://ift.tt/3qHM1kZ

Russian Foreign Minister Levels New Warning on Ukraine

By BY ANDREW E. KRAMER from NYT World https://ift.tt/3qAXEdb

Betty White: Biden leads tributes for Golden Girls actress

The long-time Hollywood star died on Friday at the age of 99 after an eight-decade film and TV career.

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Desmond Tutu: Body of South African hero to be aquamated

In line with his eco-friendly beliefs, the water-based process uses a tenth of the energy of cremation.

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People with Omicron are less likely to need hospitalization, U.K. report finds.

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Covid booster 88% effective against hospital treatment with Omicron

UK health officials said the latest data reinforces the importance of getting a third dose.

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Earthy Mushrooms, Bold Peppers

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Desmond Tutu: Mourners queue to pay respects as body lies in state

The Nobel Peace Prize winner's body will lie in state in a simple coffin for two days.

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Sports Stories That Hit Home in 2021

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Covid: Woman isolates in toilet for five hours after positive mid-flight test

A US teacher says she spent five hours in the toilet after testing positive for Covid-19.

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Banned Books, Parisian Spaghetti Dinners and Other Letters to the Editor

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The Most-Read Food Stories of 2021

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These graphics show where cases are soaring fastest around the world.

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Africa Cup of Nations: Tournament is being 'disrespected', says former England striker Ian Wright

The Africa Cup of Nations is being "disrespected" by some negative media coverage, says former England striker Ian Wright.

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Virginia Confederate monuments likely headed to black history museum

A black history museum and culture centre in Richmond may soon receive the controversial memorials.

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Tesla to recall 475,000 cars in the US

The number of cars being recalled is nearly equivalent to the firm's global deliveries last year.

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Spurred by Omicron, Europe Is Setting Coronavirus Infection Records Every Day

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Covid: Omicron and Delta driving tsunami of cases - WHO

The warning comes as record cases are once again reported across the US and Europe.

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How to Clean Suede Boots and Shoes

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Russia orders health and drug checks for foreigners

Business groups criticise a new law requiring mandatory fingerprinting, drug tests and STD checks.

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How We Treat Farmed Animals

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Malawians mourn ex-First Lady Anne Chidzira Muluzi

Tributes are paid to Anne Chidzira Muluzi, the first woman to hold the title there, who died aged 69.

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J.D. Crowe, Banjo Virtuoso and Bluegrass Innovator, Dies at 84

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‘Ain’t Too Proud’ will close on Broadway as Covid takes its toll.

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Israel tries to contain avian flu outbreak after 5,000 wild cranes die

Some 5,000 wild cranes have died and hundreds of thousands of chickens and turkeys are being culled.

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‘El peor escenario es que todo se seque’: Chile discute su nueva Constitución, mientras enfrenta el cambio climático

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Jordan MPs fighting in parliament session live-streamed on local television

The argument began as the chamber debated constitutional reforms, including gender equality.

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Many universities, citing the Omicron surge, push start dates back or move to online instruction.

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US animal shelter shocked after 800 parakeets surrendered

A Detroit animal shelter said the birds were handed over in a "very unhealthy situation".

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New York expands coronavirus testing as case counts continue to climb.

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‘Brown Girls,’ a Daring Debut That Follows Its Characters Through Life and Beyond

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For Pop Music, 2021 Was the Year of the Deep Dive

By BY JON PARELES from NYT Arts https://ift.tt/3137lsh

Sweeping private-sector vaccine mandate goes into effect in N.Y.C.

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I’ve Spent 25 Years as a Joan Didion Thief

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Declaration of Mark Kroll, Ph.D.

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Hundreds more flights are canceled as Omicron scrambles air travel.

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Is Disney the Met’s Fairy Godmother?

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Trial Testimony Declaration of Dr. Tom Neuman

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Is Disney the Met’s Fairy Godmother?

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Fauci warns against complacency amid data that Omicron causes milder illness

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Winter Storms Threaten to Disrupt Travel in the Northwest

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Surfer killed in apparent shark attack in California

Beachgoers in Morro Bay area are ordered to stay out of the water after an accident on Christmas Eve.

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Sardi’s, Broadway’s iconic watering hole, is back, just in time for Omicron show closures.

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As Prices Rise, Biden Turns to Antitrust Enforcers

By BY JIM TANKERSLEY AND ALAN RAPPEPORT from NYT Business https://ift.tt/3enB7Ld

As Russian Threat Looms, Ukraine’s Government Is No Laughing Matter

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Is It Safe to Have a New Year’s Eve Party?

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Some New Yorkers who test positive may be able to go back to work faster.

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The Students Returned, but the Fallout From a Long Disruption Remained

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We’re Locked Down Again in the Netherlands. Here’s a Warning.

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Didion’s Prophetic Eye on America

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Despite a rise in Omicron, the U.K. is determined to keep Christmas.

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Love Letter: A Kinky Holiday Rendezvous

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The Weekender

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How Do Saudis Celebrate Christmas? Quietly, but Less So.

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South Africa ends quarantines and contact tracing, and authorizes booster shots.

By BY LYNSEY CHUTEL from NYT World https://ift.tt/3mwf0H1

Tracing the Origins of a Black American New Year’s Ritual

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As Hindu Extremists Call for Killing of Muslims, India’s Leaders Keep Silent

By BY SAMEER YASIR from NYT World https://ift.tt/3Jg1LDY

Group Raises $20 Million to Preserve ‘Lost’ Brontë Library

By BY JENNIFER SCHUESSLER from NYT Arts https://ift.tt/340zMIB

Bosses Have a New Headache: How Long Should Sick Workers Isolate?

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'Let's go, Brandon': Caller pranks Biden at White House event

A father from Oregon uttered a term that is code for an obscenity directed at the president.

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Lazy Lasagna

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Democrats Say They Are Serious About State Elections. But Are They Too Late?

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