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What’s Left to Be Done in the Gaza Cease-Fire Deal

The New York Times • Published 10/21/2025 • Last cited 10/21/2025

Israel and Gaza have signed a cease-fire that mediators hope will bring two years of deadly war to an end. The deal is based on the first phase of President Trump’s plan, but Phase 2 remains uncertain. David Halbfinger, our Jerusalem bureau chief, walks us through the four main stumbling blocks ahead.

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What to Know About Trump’s Plan for a Triumphal Arch in Washington

The New York Times • Published 10/21/2025 • Last cited 10/21/2025

President Trump has proposed construction of an arch in the style of the Arc de Triomphe in Washington in the lead-up to the nation’s 250th anniversary.

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Eric Lu, an American, Wins International Chopin Piano Competition

The New York Times • Published 10/21/2025 • Last cited 10/21/2025

In Warsaw, a 27-year-old pianist from Massachusetts beat out 180 competitors to win what some call the Olympics of the piano world.

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8 Really Great Songs From Fake Movie Bands

The New York Times • Published 10/21/2025 • Last cited 10/21/2025

In honor of a new film about the (real) Bruce Springsteen, revisit tracks from Spinal Tap, Sex Bob-Omb, Stillwater and more.

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The Jewish Museum Highlights Its Holdings With New Spaces

The New York Times • Published 10/21/2025 • Last cited 10/21/2025

After reconfiguring and rethinking two floors of its Fifth Avenue mansion, the museum reopens them to the public.

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In Trump’s Washington, Hate Is Not a Deal Breaker

The New York Times • Published 10/21/2025 • Last cited 10/21/2025

The fact that Paul Ingrassia’s nomination got this far illustrates how much antisemitic and hateful rhetoric has been explained away or rewarded by Republicans in power.

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Why Mamdani Frightens Jews Like Me

nytimes • Published 10/21/2025 • Last cited 10/21/2025

A candidate who stands out for his monomania, double standards and affinity for extremists.

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Architects Urged a Review of Trump’s Ballroom. Cue the Demolition Crew.

The New York Times • Published 10/21/2025 • Last cited 10/21/2025

Architects were surprised by the scale and speed of the project, but the president is moving forward with his plans for a $250 million ballroom at the White House.

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Trump Dismisses Another Inspector General, Fueling Oversight Concerns

The New York Times • Published 10/21/2025 • Last cited 10/21/2025

With the firing of the Export-Import Bank’s inspector general, the president has sidelined around two dozen of the watchdogs who seek out fraud and mismanagement in federal agencies.

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‘KPop Demon Hunters’ Helps Lift Netflix Revenue 17%

The New York Times • Published 10/21/2025 • Last cited 10/21/2025

The streaming giant said the higher results came from a mix of subscription growth, advertising and other sales.

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How the Democratic Brand Turned Radioactive in Rural America

nytimes • Published 10/21/2025 • Last cited 10/21/2025

The political scientist Suzanne Mettler examines the roots of America’s urban-rural divide and how Democrats can win back rural voters.

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Jack Smith’s lawyers say he never wiretapped or surveilled lawmakers.

The New York Times • Published 10/21/2025 • Last cited 10/21/2025

Lawyers for the special counsel, who investigated Donald J. Trump, denied accusations by Republican lawmakers that he had surveilled or spied on senators as part of his inquiry.

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A Nepali Town Mourns a Native Son Who Died a Hamas Captive

The New York Times • Published 10/21/2025 • Last cited 10/21/2025

The family of Bipin Joshi, a student, had campaigned internationally for his release and had held out hope until the end that after two years in Gaza, he would return alive.

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Charge Is Dropped Against Man Who Abandoned Dog Before Hurricane Milton

The New York Times • Published 10/21/2025 • Last cited 10/21/2025

The rescue of Trooper, a bull terrier, off Interstate 75 as Hurricane Milton approached Florida last year inspired a new state law making it a crime to abandon dogs during disasters.

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When It Comes to Being Mayor, Is Age Just a Number?

nytimes • Published 10/21/2025 • Last cited 10/21/2025

Does the rise of Zohran Mamdani, 34, reflect a desire for generational change or a discounting of experience?

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Trump wants $230 million from DOJ for investigating him: NYT

CNBC • Published 10/21/2025 • Last cited 10/21/2025

President Donald Trump was previously criminally charged in connection with efforts to reverse his 2020 election loss and retaining classified documents.

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