Wednesday, January 19, 2011 Last Update: 10:59 PM ET

House Votes for Repeal of Health Law in Symbolic Act

Republicans will find the next steps difficult as they seek consensus on “free market solutions” to control health costs and expand coverage.

Higher Taxes Wouldn’t End Some Deficits

The limited impact of an increase in the personal income tax in three troubled states underlines the vast challenge in confronting budget deficits.

A Racy Show With Teenagers Steps Back From a Boundary

MTV executives are concerned that some scenes from the provocative new program “Skins” may violate federal child pornography statutes.

  • comment icon

Last Christians Ponder Leaving a Hometown in Iraq

A town known for its religious harmony had about 70 Christian families before the 2003 invasion by the United States. Now it is down to just one.

President Obama and the first lady, Michelle Obama, greeted President Hu Jintao of China.
Doug Mills/The New York Times

Business Leaders Make Cut at State Dinner

Well-known Chinese-Americans, along with the heads of Microsoft, Boeing, Goldman Sachs and Walt Disney, joined President Obama and President Hu Jintao of China.

News Analysis
Subtle Signs of Progress in U.S.-China Relations

President Hu Jintao came offering some concessions to demonstrate that constructive relations were essential.

In ’91, Hussein Sought Soviet Help to Head Off U.S.

An extraordinary Iraqi archive kept classified until this week reveals how Saddam Hussein attempted to win Soviet support before the first United States war with Iraq.

Now Playing

For Edwards, Productivity and Patience Take Hold

In Braylon Edwards’s most productive season yet, the Jets receiver has found his happy place, but for one night.

Disunion
Dr. Smith’s Back Room

How blacks in antebellum New York City viewed the slavery debate.

The Woman Who Saved the Union?

A “stout, middle-aged maiden lady” goes to war.

My Portfolios »

Personal Tech »

App Smart
How to Make Your iPhone Gently Weep

How to Make Your iPhone Gently Weep

Several apps for the iPhone and iPad give guitarists the ability to add effects and record.

 

For New Social Networks, Sharing Can Be More Focused

Specialized social networks have grown in popularity.

Living In | Garment District
An Identity Dyed in the Wool
An Identity Dyed in the Wool

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

Opportunities at Entry Level of Collectibles

Opportunities at Entry Level of Collectibles

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

New Cars Search
Used Cars Search

More in Automobiles

NYTimes.com / Monster

Corner Office
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.

Find the best job in the New York metro area and beyond.

Advanced Search »
 

MOST POPULAR

Customize Headlines

Create a personalized list of headlines based on your interests. Login » or Register »

Recent Blog Posts

More New York Times Blogs »

More New York Times Blogs »