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  1. As Museums’ Missions Expand, So Too Does Their Physical Space Arts, Today

    Creative approaches to landscaping and a post-pandemic interest in outdoor activities are driving institutions to make better use of their grounds.

  2. Baltimore Says Owner of Ship that Hit Key Bridge Was Negligent U.S., Today

    The owner and manager of the cargo ship that downed the Francis Scott Key Bridge asked a judge to exonerate them from liability. The city argued otherwise.

  3. Summer Lee Has Been a Vocal Israel Critic. Will It Matter in Her Primary? U.S., Yesterday

    The race in Pennsylvania once seemed primed to become a major test of Democratic attitudes about the Middle East. But in much of the district, an expected ideological battle has not arrived.

  4. Ex-Police Officer Pleads Guilty to Murder in Shooting of 12-Year-Old Boy Express, April 20

    Edsaul Mendoza, a former Philadelphia police officer, could face up to 40 years in prison after pleading guilty to third-degree murder.

  5. Like Moths to a Flame? We May Need a New Phrase. Science, April 19

    Over time researchers have found fewer of the insects turning up in light traps, suggesting they may be less attracted to some kinds of light than they once were.

  6. This G.O.P. Senate Candidate Says He Grew Up on a Family Farm. Not Exactly. Politics, April 19

    David McCormick has often spoken about his modest upbringing on a farm in Pennsylvania. A close look at his past tells a different story.

  7. A Photographer in Search of Forgotten Burial Sites Summary, April 19

    An African American burial ground project in South Carolina is just one subject in Caroline Gutman’s search for a history hiding in plain sight.

  8. Trump on Trial vs. Biden on the Trail: An Unusual 2024 Stretch Begins Politics, April 19

    President Biden’s push to transform the race into a binary choice between him and Donald Trump has been aided by blanket coverage of Mr. Trump’s courtroom appearances.

  9. Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Will Be on the Ballot in Michigan Politics, April 18

    The Natural Law Party, which has ballot access in Michigan, nominated Mr. Kennedy. President Biden’s campaign is worried that he could tip the election to former President Donald J. Trump.

  10. The April 18 Trump Biden Election live blog included one standalone post:
  11. A Biden Victory in November Turns on This State Editorial, April 18

    Biden needs to find a narrative for his candidacy, then work like hell to push it out. But it’s hard to argue people out of their feelings.

  12. Biden, Competing With Trump to Be Tough on China, Calls for Steel Tariffs Politics, April 17

    Speaking to the United Steelworkers union in Pittsburgh, the president urged major increases to some tariffs on steel and aluminum products from China.

  13. Tesla Seeks to Revive Musk’s $47 Billion Pay Deal After Judge Says No Business, April 17

    The company’s directors are asking shareholders to again approve the multibillion-dollar compensation plan and to move the company’s registration to Texas, from Delaware.

  14. Trains, Trucks and Tractors: The Race to Reroute Goods From Baltimore Business, April 17

    Since the collapse of the Key Bridge, other East Coast ports have absorbed the cargo previously handled in Baltimore, but some parts of the supply chain like trucking are struggling.

  15. Biden to Run Ads Across Pennsylvania Attacking Trump on the Economy Politics, April 17

    Winning the state, where he narrowly defeated Donald J. Trump in 2020, is crucial to his re-election strategy.

  16. Biden to Call for Tripling Tariffs on Chinese Steel Products Washington, April 17

    In a speech to union steelworkers in Pittsburgh, the president will announce several new measures meant to raise new barriers against floods of Chinese imports.

  17. Biden Digs at Trump During His Pennsylvania Hometown Visit Video, April 16

    In a speech about his tax plan, President Biden compared Scranton, Pa., to Trump’s Mar-a-Lago to highlight the different economic and social values between America’s middle class and its wealthy.

  18. Biden Bashes Trump as a Pawn of Billionaires as He Lays Out His Tax Plan Politics, April 16

    Speaking in Scranton, Pa., his hometown, the president used a speech about economic fairness as a new avenue of attack against his Republican rival, who was in a courtroom two hours away.

  19. A Wealthy Democratic Representative Is Among Top Self-Funders in Senate Primary History Politics, April 16

    Representative David Trone of Maryland was spending millions from his personal fortune even before his recent use of a racial slur drew criticism.

  20. In Pennsylvania, Biden slams Trump as he calls for a fairer tax code. Politics, April 16

    In Scranton, his hometown, the president discussed tax policy in terms of economic fairness, arguing that Donald Trump’s tax cuts benefited billionaires.

  21. What I Found Inside the MAGAverse on the Eve of Trump’s Trial Editorial, April 15

    Rallying the faithful in the political battleground of eastern Pennsylvania, the former president made everyone else the bad guy.

  22. Chinese Company Under Congressional Scrutiny Makes Key U.S. Drugs Science, April 15

    Lawmakers raising national security concerns and seeking to disconnect a major Chinese firm from U.S. pharmaceutical interests have rattled the biotech industry. The firm is deeply involved in development and manufacturing of crucial therapies for...

  23. Why Better Times (and Big Raises) Haven’t Cured the Inflation Hangover Sunday Business, April 15

    Frustrated by higher prices, many Pennsylvanians with fresh pay raises and solid finances report a sense of insecurity lingering from the pandemic.

  24. Pittsburgh Reopens Bridge After 26 Barges Break Loose on Ohio River Express, April 13

    The barges, some carrying coal, damaged a marina. One barge, which likely sank, remained missing on Saturday, an official said.

  25. Judge Rejects Hunter Biden Claim of Selective Prosecution in Gun Case Washington, April 13

    Judge Maryellen Noreika declined to dismiss the charges against the president’s son, saying Mr. Biden’s lawyer failed to show prosecutors had been motivated by animus.

  26. Pennsylvania and West Virginia Brace for More Flooding After Heavy Rains U.S., April 12

    Up to four inches fell in less than 24 hours across broad sections of both states, and officials were watching rising waterways warily.

  27. At Least 3 Injured in Shooting at Philadelphia Eid Celebration Express, April 10

    The shooting took place on Wednesday afternoon in West Philadelphia, where 1,000 people were gathered to mark the end of Ramadan.

  28. The Politics of a Steel Deal Hangs Over Biden’s Japan Summit Business, April 10

    The president’s effort to court voters in crucial swing states is influencing economic and trade policy, and worrying longstanding allies.

  29. Comics Artist Dies After Sexual Misconduct Accusations Culture, April 9

    Ed Piskor, 41, was known for his detailed “Hip Hop Family Tree” and “X-Men: Grand Design.” A Pittsburgh gallery didn’t open an exhibition of his work after the initial allegation.

  30. Good Economy, Negative Vibes: The Story Continues Op Ed, April 8

    The economy is in good shape. Why are so many Americans still saying it’s bad?

  31. The April 8 Thepoint live blog included one standalone post:
  32. Democrats in Pennsylvania Urge Biden to Branch Out Beyond Philadelphia Politics, April 8

    Vice President Kamala Harris will stop in the city on Monday to promote efforts to forgive student debt. Some local officials are calling for greater outreach in more rural areas.

  33. Containers Are Being Removed From Ship That Hit Key Bridge Express, April 8

    Workers are unloading the 4,700 containers on the ship, a crucial step in moving the vessel and reopening the channel in the Port of Baltimore.

  34. Maryland Passes 2 Major Privacy Bills, Despite Tech Industry Pushback Business, April 8

    One bill would require apps like Instagram and TikTok to prioritize young people’s safety, and the other would restrict the collection of consumer data.

  35. Before ‘S-Town’ Made Him Famous, Clock Lovers Knew Him Well Culture, April 7

    John B. McLemore, the brilliant and quirky star of the hit podcast “S-Town,” is the center of a show highlighting his work in the art of clock restoration.

  36. The Gang That Preyed on America’s Small Museums Culture, April 7

    No one mistook them for cat burglars, but the authorities say the crew spent two decades pilfering, and in some cases destroying, art and sports treasures, including Yogi Berra’s championship rings.

  37. Dozens of Major Bridges Lack Shields to Block Wayward Ships Interactive, April 6

    The collapse of the Key Bridge in Baltimore has prompted a reassessment of critical bridges around the country that may be similarly vulnerable to a ship strike.

  38. How a Vacant Lot Became Our Own Dirtbag Narnia Op Ed, April 6

    In the Kensington neighborhood of Philadelphia, a group of neighbors made a makeshift community oasis.

  39. The April 5 Earthquake New York live blog included one standalone post:
  40. The April 5 Biden Baltimore Bridge live blog included two standalone posts:
  41. Body of Third Victim in Bridge Collapse Is Recovered, Officials Say National, April 5

    Divers found the body of Maynor Yasir Suazo Sandoval, one of the six workers who went missing in the collapse. Three others remain unaccounted for.

  42. Biden to Visit Site of Baltimore Bridge Collapse on Friday U.S., April 5

    The president plans to take an aerial tour, receive briefings on the response and meet with the families of victims.

  43. Biden Tells Baltimore: ‘Your Nation Has Your Back’ Washington, April 5

    President Biden took an aerial tour of the site of the collapsed Francis Scott Key Bridge and met with the families of the six victims. The authorities later announced the recovery of a third body.

  44. ‘Reglobalization’ to the Rescue? Interactive, April 5

    The term, which emerged in response to calls for "deglobalization," has been popping up more in trade and policy circles.

  45. Who Will Pay for the Baltimore Bridge Collapse? Business, April 5

    Disputes over liability and the cost of claims could take years for insurers to resolve and result in billions of dollars in payouts.

  46. A Showdown Pits Owners of Second Homes Against Full-Time Residents Real Estate, April 5

    The pandemic upset a delicate balance of part-time and full-time residents in a community in the Poconos, sparking a debate over short-term rentals.

  47. Baltimore Shipping Channel Will Partially Reopen by End of April, Officials Say Express, April 5

    The Army Corps of Engineers plans to reopen the channel at full capacity by late May, as officials scramble to resume operations at one of the nation’s busiest ports.

  48. Wes Moore’s Big Experiment for Maryland Op Ed, April 4

    Gov. Wes Moore’s public service jobs programs are lifelines to the future.

  49. Do You Need a Home Watcher? Here’s What One Could Do for You. Real Estate, April 4

    Hiring a local to keep an eye on your weekend house can give you peace of mind and keep small problems from becoming big headaches.

  50. Las víctimas del puente en Baltimore En español, April 2

    Una catástrofe que conmocionó a EE. UU., Jair Bolsonaro y Dina Boluarte al centro de atención y más para el martes.

  51. Will MAGA Republicans Block Baltimore’s Rebuilding? Op Ed, April 1

    In Congress, rebuilding the Key Bridge could be the next Ukraine funding debate.

  52. Storms Lash Parts of Central U.S. Express, April 1

    A powerful storm system struck sections of Missouri, Oklahoma and Texas before moving east, forecasters said.

  53. What the Bridge Meant to Baltimore National, April 1

    The victims, the history, the void. Residents reflect on their collective pain, and the city’s strength.

  54. ‘Plan Ahead’: Baltimore Traffic Reporter on Congestion After Bridge Collapse National, April 1

    Tony Thornton looks ahead to years of crowded tunnels and highways with the loss of the Francis Scott Key Bridge.

  55. Baltimore Opens Temporary Shipping Route Around Key Bridge Wreckage National, April 1

    The temporary alternate channel will be able to accommodate some barges and tugboats but not larger vessels, the authorities said.

  56. Tangled in Steel With No Way Out: How the Crew Stuck in Baltimore Is Faring National, March 31

    Twenty-two seafarers from India find themselves not only trapped in the ship that struck the Francis Scott Key Bridge, but also in an unexpected spotlight.

  57. A Close-Up View of the Baltimore Bridge Collapse National, March 31

    From roughly 100 yards away, the site of one of the worst bridge collapses in the country’s history is haunting.

  58. Crews at Site of Bridge Collapse Work on Removing First Piece of Debris National, March 30

    The governor of Maryland said that the search for missing victims would resume when the conditions for divers improve.

  59. Baltimore Investigation Turns to Ship’s Deadly Mechanical Failure National, March 30

    The Dali reported a power blackout and steering problems before hitting the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore. But what went wrong so far has not been explained.

  60. Biden Will Visit Baltimore Next Week After Bridge Collapse Washington, March 29

    The president’s visit comes as officials start planning for major economic disruptions after a ship struck the Francis Scott Key Bridge.

  61. Los 5 minutos previos al colapso del puente Key En español, March 29

    El Dali, un enorme buque de carga, se quedó sin energía. A pesar de que su tripulación intentó controlar el barco, ya era demasiado tarde.

  62. As Bridge Cleanup Gets Underway, Officials Warn of ‘Daunting’ Process National, March 29

    Clearing the debris from the collapsed Francis Scott Key Bridge will be a complex but urgent task, officials said. And rebuilding it may take several years, they cautioned.

  63. Colapso en Baltimore: otra vez, un buque evidencia la fragilidad del comercio mundial En español, March 29

    La destrucción de un puente en Baltimore afecta a un puerto muy ajetreado, presionando aún más a la cadena de suministro global.

  64. Force of Ship Impact Was on the Scale of a Rocket Launch Interactive, March 28

    A Times analysis used preliminary data to estimate the force of the impact on the Baltimore bridge. It involved “more energy than you can really get your mind around,” an expert said.

  65. The March 28 Baltimore Key Bridge Collapse live blog included one standalone post:
  66. ‘He Was My Baby Brother’: Relatives Mourn a Victim of the Bridge Collapse U.S., March 28

    Jose López, a father of two, saw his purpose in life as providing for his family, his brother said.

  67. ‘They Never Came Home’: Bridge Collapse Casts a Pall Over Baltimore’s Hispanic Community National, March 28

    The six men who were killed were all immigrants from Latin America. Their deaths have shaken the growing Hispanic community in and around Baltimore.

  68. Auto Industry Expects Minimal Disruption From Port Shutdown Business, March 28

    Baltimore is a top destination for car shipments, but companies are finding ways to use other ports on the East Coast.

  69. Officials Say Hazardous Material Aboard Crashed Ship Poses No Threat National, March 28

    Two containers fell into the water and were missing, but neither contained hazardous materials, the Coast Guard said.

  70. What We Know About the Crew on the Ship That Hit the Baltimore Bridge National, March 28

    One crew member of the Dali received stitches, then returned to the ship. It’s not clear how long they’ll have to remain on board.

  71. One Problem With Making Bridges Stronger? Ships Getting Bigger. National, March 28

    Experts have long pondered the question of improving protections, and several bridges have undergone adjustments. But the size of today’s vessels leads to immense challenges.

  72. America’s Energy Needs and Climate Goals Letters, March 28

    Responses to a front-page article. Also: The bridge collapse; Donald Trump and the $60 Bible; political qualifications; Flaco the owl.

  73. Para muchos, el puente Key simbolizaba la cultura de los trabajadores de Baltimore En español, March 28

    El puente liberó el tráfico y fue una bendición para muchos trabajadores porque era una ruta directa hacia las plantas y centros de distribución que rodean el puerto.

  74. Key Bridge Was Also Hit by a Ship in 1980, With Limited Damage National, March 28

    That year, a cargo vessel moving at about the same speed as the Dali hit the structure after losing control. But such ships were smaller then.

  75. Derrumbe en Baltimore: lo que sabemos de los 6 hombres presuntamente muertos En español, March 28

    Las autoridades han confirmado que los trabajadores son originarios de países como El Salvador, Honduras, México y Guatemala.

  76. Officials Identify 2 Bridge Collapse Victims by ID and Fingerprint National, March 28

    Divers found the men, Alejandro Hernandez Fuentes, 35, and Dorlian Ronial Castillo Cabrera, 26, in a truck under the wreckage. Four workers were still missing.

  77. The Five Minutes That Brought Down the Francis Scott Key Bridge National, March 28

    When a massive cargo ship lost power in Baltimore, crews scrambled to control the ship and to evacuate the bridge lying ahead. But it was too late.

  78. Thursday Briefing: Russia’s Online Attack on Ukraine Aid N Y T Now, March 27

    Plus, Stephen King’s greatest hits.

  79. Buttigieg Outlines Urgent Effort to Restore Access to Port of Baltimore National, March 27

    Emphasizing challenges in clearing out rubble from the collapsed bridge, Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg said, “rebuilding will not be quick, or easy or cheap, but we will get it done.”

  80. Another Wayward Container Ship Shows World Trade’s Fragility Business, March 27

    The destruction of a Baltimore bridge is hampering a busy port, adding to the strains confronting the global supply chain.

  81. Radio Chatter Reveals How Officers Quickly Closed Bridge to Traffic National, March 27

    Officers immediately moved to keep cars off a bridge in Baltimore after a mayday from the ship that hit it, according to audio from a Maryland Transportation Authority Police channel.

  82. I Work in Supply Chain Logistics. Here’s What I Advise After the Tragedy in Baltimore. Op Ed, March 27

    America’s ports are vital to our country’s prosperity. We should invest in modernizing them to keep supply chains running smoothly.

  83. What We Know About the Men Presumed Dead in the Baltimore Bridge Collapse National, March 27

    Four men remain missing. They were working as contractors doing overnight maintenance on the Francis Scott Key Bridge when it collapsed on Tuesday.

  84. Six Still Missing in Bridge Collapse, and R.F.K. Jr. Picks a Running Mate Podcasts, March 27

    Plus, you missed your chance to own an “Indiana Jones” whip.

  85. $750,000 Homes in Pennsylvania, Maine and Louisiana Real Estate, March 27

    A converted 1840 schoolhouse in Phoenixville, a one-bedroom condominium in Portland and a two-story house in New Orleans.

  86. Rescue Effort Turns Into Search for Bodies of 6 Workers on the Bridge National, March 27

    Questions swirl over the bridge’s collapse after a massive cargo ship slammed into the Francis Scott Key Bridge moments after losing power early on Tuesday.

  87. Colapso en Baltimore: lo que sabemos del puente Francis Scott Key En español, March 26

    Las autoridades indagan cómo fue que un gran buque de carga chocó contra la estructura apenas minutos después de zarpar del puerto de Baltimore.

  88. Bridge Collapse Victims Were Workers Supporting Families, Co-Worker Says National, March 26

    The six men worked for a company that often maintains bridges operated by the state. They were repairing the bridge’s roadway when it was struck by the ship.

  89. Engineers Raise Questions About Bridge’s Construction as Inquiry Begins National, March 26

    In reviewing images of the Francis Scott Key Bridge, some structural engineers said that its piers, which are essential to the structure’s integrity, appeared to lack protective barriers.

  90. Wednesday Briefing: U.S.-Israel Divisions Grow N Y T Now, March 26

    Plus, Beyoncé’s country album.

  91. What We Know About the Francis Scott Key Bridge Collapse in Baltimore National, March 26

    Federal investigators are searching for answers about how a giant cargo ship struck a major bridge minutes after leaving the Port of Baltimore early Tuesday.

  92. The March 26 Baltimore Bridge Collapse live blog included three standalone posts:
  93. Automakers Are Rerouting Car Shipments Away From Baltimore Business, March 26

    The city’s port ranks first in the country for the volume of automobiles and light trucks it handles.

  94. Baltimore Bridge Collapses After Ship Hits It Video, March 26

    Rescue teams suspended their search for six construction workers who were repairing potholes on the Francis Scott Key Bridge when it collapsed.

  95. Baltimore Bridge Collapse Upends Traffic in Busy Industrial Area Express, March 26

    The collapse severs the southern stretch of Interstate 695, a critical portion of the Baltimore Beltway that runs through the areas around the port.

  96. It Can Take Years to Repair Bridges After a Collapse National, March 26

    The collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge wiped out a roadway that tens of thousands of people used to travel to and from Baltimore.

  97. Derrumbe de un puente en Baltimore: 6 personas desaparecidas En español, March 26

    La tripulación de un buque de carga emitió una llamada de auxilio diciendo que habían perdido potencia y propulsión antes de chocar con el puente, dijeron las autoridades, que lo calificaron de accidente.

  98. Ship’s Mayday Call Prompted Closure of Key Bridge Washington, March 26

    The authorities stopped traffic at both ends and tried to evacuate people from the span before it collapsed, according to officials.

  99. Recent Bridge Collapses Raise Questions About Modern Shipping Express, March 26

    The crash in Baltimore was at least the second in just over a month in which a container ship hit a major road bridge.

  100. Biden Vows Federal Help After Bridge Collapse in Baltimore Politics, March 26

    President Biden, who said the federal government would “pay the entire cost of reconstructing” the collapsed bridge, will have another high-profile opportunity to respond to a major civic calamity.

  101. How the Key Bridge Collapsed in Baltimore: Maps and Photos Interactive, March 26

    A major bridge in Baltimore collapsed after being struck by a cargo ship early Tuesday, sending vehicles plunging into the water and setting off an emergency response.

  102. ‘A Lot of Chaos’: Bridge Collapse Creates Upheaval at Largest U.S. Port for Car Trade U.S., March 26

    A bridge collapse closed the city’s port, an important trade hub that ranks first in the nation by the volume of automobiles and light trucks it handles.

  103. ‘A Lot of Chaos’: Bridge Collapse Creates Upheaval at Largest U.S. Port for Car Trade Express, March 26

    A bridge collapse closed Baltimore’s port, an important trade hub that ranks first in the nation by the volume of automobiles and light trucks it handles.

  104. Baltimore Bridge Collapses After Being Hit by Ship Video, March 26

    A livestream showed the moment part of the Francis Scott Key Bridge fell after it was struck by a cargo ship early Tuesday.

  105. The Key Bridge was named after the national anthem’s author. Express, March 26

    Francis Scott Key was believed to be near the site when he observed a British bombardment during the War of 1812.

  106. Lawsuit Alleging Racial Bias in Home Appraisals Is Settled Real Estate, March 25

    Nathan Connolly and the estate of Shani Mott, who recently died, will receive a payment from their mortgage lender, which also agreed to several policy changes to discourage discrimination.

  107. Angela Alsobrooks Picks Up Senate Endorsements After Opponent Uses Racial Slur Politics, March 25

    Five House members backed Ms. Alsobrooks over their colleague, David Trone, who has apologized for a racial slur he said he used inadvertently during a recent hearing.

  108. After Rise in Murders During the Pandemic, a Sharp Decline in 2023 National, December 29

    The country is on track for a record drop in homicides, and many other categories of crime are also in decline, according to the F.B.I.

  109. How to Catch Pandemic Fraud? Prosecutors Try Novel Methods. Business, August 6

    Strained by limited resources, prosecutors are deploying special teams and nurturing local relationships to catch up to a wave of fraud.

  110. The April 25 Biden 2024 President Election News live blog included one standalone post:
  111. ‘The Era of Urban Supremacy Is Over’ Op Ed, March 15

    Many of the nation’s major cities face a daunting future.

  112. Among Seniors, a Declining Interest in Boosters Science, October 22

    Americans over 65 remain the demographic most likely to have received the original series of vaccinations. But fewer are getting the follow-up shots, surveys indicate.

  113. Voting access updates: Mail ballots are at issue as states consider new rules and legal action. Politics, July 15

    A signature-matching rule in North Carolina is rejected, mail ballots in Pennsylvania are in dispute, and more.

  114. Voting access updates: Mail ballots are at issue as states consider new rules and legal action. Politics, July 15

    A signature-matching rule in North Carolina is rejected, mail ballots in Pennsylvania are in dispute, and more.

  115. Philadelphia reinstates a mask mandate in schools. National, May 23

    With cases rising again, the superintendent said that as the pandemic evolves, “so too will our response to it.”

  116. Pennsylvania’s attorney general, a candidate for governor, is isolating after his positive coronavirus test. Politics, May 17

    Josh Shapiro said he had mild symptoms and would stay home during the state’s primary election on Tuesday.

  117. Emergent Hid Evidence of Covid Vaccine Problems at Plant, Report Says Washington, May 10

    The report sheds new light on executives’ worries about deficiencies in the company’s quality control systems at its troubled Baltimore plant; no contaminated doses were ever released to the public.