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How Bangladesh’s Leader Lost Her Grip on Power 0 (0)

Once viewed as the hope for a democratic future in Bangladesh, Sheikh Hasina turned increasingly autocratic during her years as prime minister. Weeks of violent protests ultimately forced her from office on Monday. Mujib Mashal, South Asia bureau chief for The New York Times, explains how she fought until the very end. Video by Mujib Mashal, Alexandra Ostasiewicz, Gabriel Blanco and James Surdam Read the story here: https://nyti.ms/46Fx3QJ Subscribe: http://bit.ly/U8Ys7n More from The New York Times Video: http://nytimes.com/video ———- Whether it’s reporting on conflicts abroad and political divisions at home, or covering the latest style trends and scientific developments, New [See More…]

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What Tim Walz Brings to the Harris Ticket 0 (0)

Vice President Kamala Harris is said to have liked Gov. Tim Walz’s policies, his Midwestern appeal and the likelihood that he would be a loyal running mate and governing partner. Katie Rogers, a White House correspondent for The New York Times, takes us inside Harris’s decision on a vice-presidential candidate. Read the story here: https://nyti.ms/46EpCcz Subscribe: http://bit.ly/U8Ys7n More from The New York Times Video: http://nytimes.com/video ———- Whether it’s reporting on conflicts abroad and political divisions at home, or covering the latest style trends and scientific developments, New York Times video journalists provide a revealing and unforgettable view of the world. [See More…]

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Inside the Biggest Prisoner Swap Since the Cold War 0 (0)

The recent prisoner exchange between Russia and the U.S. — the biggest and most complex since the Cold War — was a diplomatic chess game that required patience and creativity. Mark Mazzetti, an investigative reporter for The New York Times, explains. Video by Mark Mazzetti, Alexandra Ostasiewicz, Laura Salaberry, Christina Shaman and James Surdam An earlier version of a map used in this video referred incorrectly to the status of Crimea by including it as part of Russia. Russia seized the peninsula in 2014, and most countries do not recognize Crimea as Russian territory. Read the story here: https://nyti.ms/3SDvKwd Subscribe: [See More…]

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Harris Fuels Hope and Skepticism With Georgia’s South Asian Voters 0 (0)

In Georgia, a critical swing state President Biden won by less than 12,000 votes in 2020, Kamala Harris’ political identity has prompted renewed interest among Asian Americans, the fastest-growing group of eligible voters in the United States. Subscribe: http://bit.ly/U8Ys7n More from The New York Times Video: http://nytimes.com/video ———- Whether it’s reporting on conflicts abroad and political divisions at home, or covering the latest style trends and scientific developments, New York Times video journalists provide a revealing and unforgettable view of the world. It’s all the news that’s fit to watch. The New York Times is the most powerful engine for [See More…]

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How Katie Ledecky Won the Most Medals of Any Female U.S. Olympian 0 (0)

Katie Ledecky now stands alone as the most decorated female American Olympian, in any sport, with 13 medals. And she still has one more race to swim in France. Jenny Vrentas, a New York Times reporter covering sports, explains how Ledecky reached this milestone. Read the story here: https://nyti.ms/3YpaHRE Subscribe: http://bit.ly/U8Ys7n More from The New York Times Video: http://nytimes.com/video ———- Whether it’s reporting on conflicts abroad and political divisions at home, or covering the latest style trends and scientific developments, New York Times video journalists provide a revealing and unforgettable view of the world. It’s all the news that’s fit [See More…]

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This Chinese Swimmer Had a Positive Doping Test in 2022 0 (0)

Two elite Chinese swimmers, including one named to her country’s team in the Paris Olympics, tested positive in 2022 for a banned drug but were secretly cleared of doping late last year by Chinese authorities. Tariq Panja, a global sports correspondent for The New York Times, explains. Video by Tariq Panja, Karen Hanley, Claire Hogan and James Surdam/The New York Times Read the story here: https://nyti.ms/3LK74ya Subscribe: http://bit.ly/U8Ys7n More from The New York Times Video: http://nytimes.com/video ———- Whether it’s reporting on conflicts abroad and political divisions at home, or covering the latest style trends and scientific developments, New York Times [See More…]

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How SpaceX Is Harming Delicate Ecosystems 0 (0)

On at least 19 occasions since 2019, SpaceX’s operations have caused fires, leaks and explosions near its launch site in Boca Chica, Texas. These incidents reflect a broader debate over how to balance technological and economic progress against protections of delicate ecosystems and local communities. The New York Times investigative reporter Eric Lipton explains. Read the story here: https://nyti.ms/3WVyJ5L Subscribe: http://bit.ly/U8Ys7n More from The New York Times Video: http://nytimes.com/video ———- Whether it’s reporting on conflicts abroad and political divisions at home, or covering the latest style trends and scientific developments, New York Times video journalists provide a revealing and unforgettable [See More…]

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Surfing Teahupo’o’s ‘Wall of Skulls’ 0 (0)

For the second time in history, surfing is an Olympic sport. Instead of the coast of France, surfers have traveled to Teahupo’o, home to some of the world’s most dangerous waves. Subscribe: http://bit.ly/U8Ys7n More from The New York Times Video: http://nytimes.com/video ———- Whether it’s reporting on conflicts abroad and political divisions at home, or covering the latest style trends and scientific developments, New York Times video journalists provide a revealing and unforgettable view of the world. It’s all the news that’s fit to watch. The New York Times is the most powerful engine for independent, boots-on-the-ground and deeply reported journalism…brought [See More…]

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Kamala Harris May Bring Out Trump’s Harshest Instincts 0 (0)

After years planning to face President Biden, Donald J. Trump and his team will now be campaigning against Kamala Harris. Maggie Haberman, a senior political correspondent for The New York Times, describes how Mr. Trump may try to frame his new opponent. Video by Maggie Haberman, Christina Shaman, Mona Lalwani, Noah Throop, James Surdam and Alexandra Ostasiewicz/The New York Times Read the story here: https://nyti.ms/4ddPa2A Subscribe: http://bit.ly/U8Ys7n More from The New York Times Video: http://nytimes.com/video ———- Whether it’s reporting on conflicts abroad and political divisions at home, or covering the latest style trends and scientific developments, New York Times video [See More…]

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How Blast Waves Can Injure the Brain 0 (0)

A growing number of scientists suggest that troops are getting brain injuries from firing heavy weapons. An old party trick involving a beer bottle explains the physics of what happens when a blast wave hits the brain, and the damage it can cause. Read the story here: https://nyti.ms/3Snpet6 Subscribe: http://bit.ly/U8Ys7n More from The New York Times Video: http://nytimes.com/video ———- Whether it’s reporting on conflicts abroad and political divisions at home, or covering the latest style trends and scientific developments, New York Times video journalists provide a revealing and unforgettable view of the world. It’s all the news that’s fit to [See More…]