Can Training Eliminate Biases? Starbucks Will Test the Thesis
Some researchers say training can help alleviated biased treatment, but others warn that it can be ineffective or even backfire.
Kris Kobach, Face of Trump’s Voter Fraud Panel, Is Held in Contempt by Judge
A federal judge said the Kansas secretary of state disobeyed her orders to notify thousands of residents that they were registered to vote.
Hearing the Cohen Case: A Soft-Spoken Judge Who ‘Carries a Big Stick’
In 30 years on the bench, Judge Kimba Wood has handled several prominent matters. But the case of President Trump’s lawyer could be her most challenging.
Mike Pompeo Met Kim Jong-un. What’s His North Korea Policy?
The C.I.A. director’s comments at his hearing to become secretary of state worried so many senators that the Foreign Relations Committee is not recommending confirmation. It was recently revealed that he met secretly with Kim Jong-un over Easter weeken…
San Francisco Earthquake Risks: Questions and Answers
Our correspondent in San Francisco answers readers’ questions about the risks facing the Bay Area when the Big One hits.
Amazon Reboots the Studio Where ‘Citizen Kane’ and ‘E.T.’ Were Made
The tech giant has moved its entertainment division into Culver Studios, a 14-acre site where “Gone With the Wind” was also filmed.
Across Midwest, Farmers Warn of G.O.P. Losses Over Trump’s Trade Policy
China’s proposed tariffs on soybeans would hit hard in Iowa, Kansas, Missouri, North Dakota and other states with highly competitive House and Senate races.
Qualcomm May Be Collateral Damage in a U.S.-China Trade War
One of the technology industry’s brightest stars finds its business under fire in two countries. Beijing seeks new concessions to seal a major deal.
Senate Votes to Ease Restrictions on Auto Lending Discrimination
Nullifying the restrictions will weaken the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, which Republicans say has abused its authority. Democrats criticized the move.
Southwest Passengers Recount A Harrowing Experience
Passengers who were on the Southwest Airlines plane that had a deadly engine explosion mid-flight share what their experience was like.
Ex-Playboy Model, Freed From Contract, Can Discuss Alleged Trump Affair
A settlement ends a lawsuit against a Trump-allied publisher, and protects the president from being drawn into a legal case involving efforts to buy women’s silence.
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