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Obama Alludes to Rights in Welcome for China’s Leader

At a ceremony welcoming President Hu Jintao of China on Wednesday, President Obama spoke of “universal rights.” Officials announced a $45 billion trade deal with China.

President Obama with President Hu Jintao of China on Wednesday at the White House.
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President Hu Jintao of China at the White House on Wednesday.

Diplomatic Dangers Lurk in the State Dinner

As host of the formal affair for President Hu Jintao of China, President Obama confronts tricky protocol issues.

Karzai Delays Afghan Parliament as Vote Crisis Deepens

President Hamid Karzai’s decision, following the recommendation of a court studying electoral fraud, puts him at odds with his international supporters.

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Study Points to Windfall for Goldman Partners

Regulatory filings show the extent to which Goldman Sachs concentrates power and money among its 475 partners.

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Basic Questions, Elusive Answers on Health Law

The complex health care fight that has resumed in Congress will probably rage for the next two years.

Mayor Seeks to Reassert Agenda in Speech

Mayor Michael R. Bloomberg will try to rebuild his relationship with residents in his 10th State of the City address.

Polo Grounds Emerges From the Shadows

Often an afterthought among classic stadiums, the home of the New York Giants will move into the forefront this week.

Parenting by Gays More Common in the South, Census Shows

New data show that Jacksonville, Fla., is home to one of the biggest populations of gay parents in the country.

Tunisian Premier Is Target of New Protests

Hundreds of protesters took to the streets on Wednesday demanding the resignation of the prime minister, seen as the right-hand man of the ousted dictator.

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A wine panel tasted 20 bottles of the 2008 vintage for Oregon pinot noir and found them to be consistently superb.

 

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Some greasy spoons are outscoring fine-dining establishments on the city health inspections.

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The area remains largely industrial, but apartment towers have gone up since a 2005 rezoning.

Opportunities at Entry Level of Collectibles

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Prices seem stable at the high end of the collector car market, but there may be bargains to be had at the lower end.

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Say Anything, but Phrase It the Right Way

Say Anything, but Phrase It the Right Way

Robin Domeniconi of the Elle Group encourages her team to practice the art of “M.R.I.,” or the “most respectful interpretation” of what someone is saying.

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