Three American Lives Forever Changed by a Weapon Now Being Sent to Ukraine
The mother of a Marine and two veterans who served in Iraq reflect on the U.S. decision to send failure-prone shells to help the Ukrainian military battle Russia. #press
https://www.nytimes.com/2023/09/03/us/cluster-weapons-ukraine-troops.html?utm_source=press.coop
When Coco Gauff and Zendaya Need Tennis Tips, They Ask Brad Gilbert
Gilbert, a former pro, coached Andre Agassi to a U.S. Open victory in 1994. Now he’s advising Gauff — in between calling matches — at this year’s tournament. #press
New York’s Migrant Crisis Is Growing. So Are Democrats’ Anxieties.
The influx of asylum seekers has the makings of a potent political force, and Republicans are ready to test it in key 2024 house races. #press
https://www.nytimes.com/2023/09/03/nyregion/migrants-house-races-ny.html?utm_source=press.coop
How the Khakova Dam Disaster Continues to Devastate Ukraine
Environmentally, economically and in terms of pure human suffering, the destruction of the Kakhovka dam unleashed untold damage. Months later, many communities are still reeling. #press
Russia Attacks Ukrainian Port in Odesa Region, Injuring at Least 2
The assault came as Ukraine’s president announced that two more ships had traveled through a temporary corridor established by Kyiv after Moscow pulled out of the Black Sea grain deal. #press
https://www.nytimes.com/2023/09/03/world/europe/ukraine-war-russia-odesa.html?utm_source=press.coop
Turkey’s Women’s Volleyball Team Inspires Pride
Turkey is basking in the success of players it calls “Sultans of the Net,” seeing paragons of female empowerment in a country grappling with multiple crises. #press
Meet Fabian Nelson, Mississippi’s First Openly L.G.B.T.Q. Legislator
Mr. Nelson, 38, won a Democratic primary runoff on Tuesday in a blue district. He talked to The New York Times about the significance of being the first — but why he never focused on it on the trail. #press
In Key West, Where Jimmy Buffett Met His Muse, the Tributes Flow
On Saturday, the island that inspired him, and grew in fame because of him, celebrated a life and a way of life. #press
https://www.nytimes.com/2023/09/02/us/jimmy-buffett-tributes-key-west.html?utm_source=press.coop
Maui Sent an Evacuation Alert. Why Did So Few People Get It?
The Hawaii wildfire offered insights into the promises and shortcomings of a wireless alert system that relies on cellphones for emergency warnings. #press
Escaped Convict Danelo Cavalcante Still at Large Outside Philadelphia
Hundreds of law officers were searching for a Brazilian national who escaped from prison two weeks after being convicted of first-degree murder. #press
Partisan Politics Puts a Huge Win for Public Health at Risk
The loss of support for an AIDS relief program would signal to the rest of the world that it could no longer rely on the U.S. to defend its biggest accomplishments as a leader in global health. #press
https://www.nytimes.com/2023/09/01/opinion/pepfar-abortion-republicans.html?utm_source=press.coop
Pope’s Remarks on ‘Reactionary’ U.S. Catholics Rankle, and Resonate
Where Francis sees rigid ideology replacing faith in the conservative American Catholic hierarchy, his critics see a struggle to preserve traditions and teachings they saw as settled. #press
https://www.nytimes.com/2023/09/01/us/pope-francis-conservative.html?utm_source=press.coop
What May Happen to Mike Bloomberg’s Company After He Leaves
A leadership reshuffle at the financial data giant has rekindled questions about a future sale or a move to take the company public. #press
Texas Supreme Court Allows Transgender Medical Ban to Begin
The state’s highest court declined to stop a new law banning transition care for transgender minors from taking effect as legal challenges proceed. #press
https://www.nytimes.com/2023/09/01/us/texas-transgender-law.html?utm_source=press.coop
Book Review: “Holly,” by Stephen King
His new novel, “Holly,” charges into thorny contemporary debates with a pair of unassuming fiends. #press
https://www.nytimes.com/2023/09/01/books/review/stephen-king-holly.html?utm_source=press.coop
As Ukraine’s Fight Falters, It Gets Even Harder to Talk About Negotiations
Discussion of a negotiated Plan B, should Ukraine fail to win a total victory, has become more unseemly than ever and is now nearly a taboo, say those who have tried. #press
John Isner Says Goodbye to Pro Tennis at the U.S. Open
A 6-foot-10 American, Isner had announced he would retire following the tournament. Losses in singles and doubles on Thursday ended a career known for powerful serves and a marathon match. #press
Racehorse Deaths in Saratoga Renew Old Worries and Prompt Reforms
New York racing officials, addressing a deepening concern for the industry, say they will use diagnostic technology and synthetic tracks to keep horses safe. #press
Identifying Victims in South African Fire is a Grim Struggle
Families on Friday were trying to identify relatives caught in the blaze, a day after it consumed a sprawling settlement in one of the deadliest residential fires in South African history. #press
The Forgotten Teenage Trailblazer of Women’s Tennis
Before Billie Jean King beat Bobby Riggs in the “Battle of the Sexes,” Phyllis Graber wanted to play tennis on a boys’ team. The rules said she couldn’t. #press
