A transgender weight lifter’s presence at the Games prompts discussions over inclusion and fairness.

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U.S. broadcast coverage on Saturday evening includes golf, swimming and baseball.

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Covid: One in five firms plan job cuts as furlough tapers - survey

From Sunday, government payments reduce to 60% towards salaries, with employers paying 20%.

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Heatwave risk from plans to convert shops to homes

Turning more commercial property into homes raises fears of sub-standard conditions, says a report.

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‘Lenders won’t touch us - my home’s worth nothing'

Campaigners say government attempts to unlock parts of the property market paralysed by the cladding crisis have stalled.

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The Papers: 'Kebabs for jabs' and 'baby no 2' for PM and Carrie

Several papers report that Boris Johnson and wife Carrie are expecting their second child together.

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Swimming and golf wrap up as track and field heats up on Day 9.

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Off Brand

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Protests against France’s vaccine pass surge for a third weekend, even as cases rise.

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233 staff members at 2 San Francisco hospitals have tested positive, most in breakthrough Delta infections.

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Volunteer race marshal dies in Brands Hatch crash

The marshal died after an accident during a race at the track, leading to the cancellation of the event.

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Final Test like will be 'like a cup final', says Gatland after loss to South Africa

British and Irish Lions head coach Warren Gatland says the deciding third and final Test against South Africa next Saturday will be a "cup final".

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Late Hearts winner hands Celtic first opening-day loss in 24 years

Celtic suffer opening-day defeat for the first time in 24 years - and Ange Postecoglou's chastening start as manager continued - as Hearts made a winning Scottish Premiership return.

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Delta Variant Drives Global Virus Surge, W.H.O. Warns

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‘It’s Nowhere Near Over’: A Beach Town’s Gust of Freedom, Then a U-turn

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San Marino becomes the smallest country to win an Olympic medal.

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How to Put a Stop to Russia’s New Form of Organized Crime

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How Strong Is Trump’s Grip on the G.O.P.?

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¿El escritor de ‘El código Da Vinci’ tiene un secreto?

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Here’s what happened on Saturday at the Tokyo Games.

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South Africa 27-9 British and Irish Lions: Springboks level series in fiery encounter

The British and Irish Lions' series with South Africa will go to a decider after the Springboks win a fiery second Test 27-9 at Cape Town Stadium.

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Frustrations boil over as pressure intensifies in Hungary

If it's not coming from the teams, it's coming from the fans. the pressure increases on Lewis Hamilton and Max Verstappen in Hungary.

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Frenchy Cannoli, Ardent Evangelist for Hashish, Dies at 64

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This Vegetarian Menu Brings Home the Best of the Market

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‘The Jetpack Guy Is Back’: Los Angeles Sighting Draws an Inquiry, Again

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Treasury must turn over Trump’s taxes to Congress, the Justice Dept. says.

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Poetry and Politics, HIPAA and Other Letters to the Editor

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New York City Awards $3 Million for Latino and Puerto Rican Theater

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Wonking Out: Keynesian Republicans, Supply-Side Democrats?

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Repression, Obsession, Murder

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The U.S. government will pay for the testing Biden ordered for unvaccinated federal workers.

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The Pleasure of Falling Asleep With a Book on Your Face

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Democrats scramble to save the federal eviction freeze, as frustration with Biden mounts.

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Inside a Covid I.C.U., Hopes Fade as Patients Surge In

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This Shrimp Recipe Will Bring You Joy

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As Missouri faces a Delta-driven surge, some people are trying to get vaccinated in secret, a doctor says.

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L Brands Agrees to New Policies Tied to Sexual Harassment Claims

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Trump pressed Justice Dept. to declare the election results corrupt, notes show.

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Here’s who is hospitalized for Covid in New York City.

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Vaccinated people may spread the virus, though rarely, the C.D.C. says.

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Overlooked No More: Janet Sobel, Whose Art Influenced Jackson Pollock

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Vaccinated People May Spread the Virus, Though Rarely, C.D.C. Reports

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Today in On Tech: Credit to tech’s pandemic leadership.

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Storm Evert: Helicopter rescues and sleeping in cars

There was a Met Office yellow wind warning for the region, including gusts of up to 75mph (121km/h).

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Amanda Knox claims Matt Damon film Stillwater profits from her life

The director of Stillwater said he was fascinated by Ms Knox's wrongful murder conviction in Italy.

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Jersey teenager asking world leaders for advice

Leo, 18, sent 200 letters asking for life advice and wisdom from leaders around the globe.

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China’s sports machine’s single goal: the most golds, at any cost.

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Electric Utilities, Formed Decades Ago, Struggle to Meet Climate Crisis

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Hedge Fund Buys Paper. Hedge Fund Closes Paper.

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Budget watchdog group warns bipartisan infrastructure deal may fall short on funding.

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A poultry producer and four executives are charged in a chicken price-fixing case.

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Activision, Facing Internal Turmoil, Grapples With #MeToo Reckoning

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Israel will give third Covid vaccine shots to those over 60.

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Masks are mandated indoors in Washington, D.C., as localities grapple with revised federal guidance.

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The Senate unanimously passes a $2.1 billion emergency spending bill to secure the Capitol and aid Afghan refugees.

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Italy’s Mr. Fix-It Tries to Fix the Country’s Troubled Justice System — and Its Politics, Too

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What’s in Our Queue? Mario and More

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Review: ‘The Pursuit of Love’ Against All Odds

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Graham Company Announces Season of In-Person Performances

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How to Control Mosquitoes in Your Backyard or Patio

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Robinhood’s stock falls after its debut on the public stock market.

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What’s Next for New York, a Times Virtual Event

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