Harold Lederman, Boxing Judge and HBO Personality, Dies at 79
As HBO Sports’ ringside fight scorer and rules expert, Mr. Lederman exuberantly explained the fine points of fights, usually off camera.
Harvard Lampoon Apologizes for Sexualized Image of Anne Frank
The student-run satirical magazine set off an uproar at Harvard by publishing an image showing the Holocaust victim’s face on the body of a bikini-clad woman.
New Statue of Liberty Museum Illuminates a Forgotten History
The museum, opening Thursday on Liberty Island, reminds visitors of the vague and often dubious ideal of “liberty for all.”
Georgetown University Plans to Dismiss 2 Students Tied to Admissions Scandal
One of the students filed a lawsuit against Georgetown, saying the university denied him due process. The student’s father has pleaded guilty in the case.
A Rival to Botox Invites Doctors to Party in Cancun, With Fireworks, Confetti and Social Media Posts
Plastic surgeons’ Instagram accounts of the weekend trip didn’t note the drug company’s sponsorship, which some ethicists say should be disclosed.
In Abortion Fight, 2020 Female Candidates Lead Call to Arms
Barring legal challenges, a new Alabama law would effectively outlaw abortions in the state. “This is a war on women,” Senator Kirsten Gillibrand said.
Joe Biden, Campaigning in New Hampshire, Straddles Past and Present
Mr. Biden’s warm, unhurried, feel-your-pain approach to campaigning frequently delighted potential voters. But his style and remarks also ran the risk of appearing dated.
F.A.A. Chief Defends Boeing Certification Process at House Hearing
Daniel Elwell said the process by which Boeing employees inspected their own aircraft, including the now-grounded Boeing 737 Max airplane, was “a good system.”
Bert Cooper, Boxer Who Knocked Down Holyfield, Dies at 53
Cooper fought many of the top boxers of his day but was better known for his losses than for his victories. He also fought a serious drug problem.
White House Reassesses Auto Tariffs as It Focuses on China Fight
A potential thaw in trade relations with Canada, Mexico and Europe comes as tension between the United States and China grows.
Trump Administration Balks at Global Pact to Crack Down on Online Extremism
Citing American’s free speech protections, the administration said it would not endorse the ‘Christchurch Call,’ which urges major online platforms to eradicate violent and extremist content.
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