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President’s Detention Plan Tests American Legal Tradition

Determining the constitutionality of President Obama’s proposal for “prolonged detention” of terror suspects without trial is likely to require a national look in the mirror.

In Area Packed With Prisons, a Split on Adding Jihadists

In the community near the only federal supermax prison, the word Guantánamo elicits emotional questions of politics and safety, and for some, religion and culture.

U.S. Signals Willingness to Talks With Cuba

The Obama administration has proposed high-level meetings on migration between the two countries, reviving a channel that was closed under President George W. Bush.

Informer’s Role in Bombing Plot

Arrests in the plot to bomb two New York synagogues relied heavily on an informant whose work has led to convictions in a previous terror case.

The beach at Antibes with the Musée Picasso in the background.
Ed Alcock for The New York Times

On Picasso’s Trail, From Antibes to Avignon

The beach at Antibes with the Musée Picasso in the background. Two major exhibitions make this summer an especially good time to follow the artist’s evolution.

States Barter Fish and Bullets to Save Money

The recession has motivated lawmakers in at least 11 states and countless municipalities to engage in a kind of barter system, splitting costs and sharing services.

South Korean Ex-President Kills Himself

Roh Moo-hyun, who had been under criminal investigation for corruption, died after leaping off a cliff, the police said.

South Korean Ex-President Kills Himself

Roh Moo-hyun, who had been under criminal investigation for corruption, died after leaping off a cliff, the police said.

Summer Rituals | Beach Patrol
Where Police Rookies Get Their Feet Wet

A beach town trains temporary officers for the special demands of the tourist season.

Chrysler Dealers Make Case Against Closings

Chrysler dealers targeted for closings say they were duped into decisions they thought would help the company.

Your Money
Financial Wisdom From a New Graduate

Madison Nipp, 22, a newly minted financial planner, offers some ideas to other recent college graduates.

Talk to the Newsroom
Editorial Director of Video

Ann Derry is answering questions from readers.

Movies »

’Tis Pity She’s a Brand
’Tis Pity She’s a Brand

“The Girlfriend Experience” has a sleek, tailored look.

Report From Cannes
A Reason to Smile

The town may be quiet, but the screens are alive.

Heavy Metal
Heavy Metal

“Terminator Salvation” is a sturdy and serviceable sequel.

Business »

Ford’s Cheerleader and Chief
Alan Mulally

Under Alan Mulally, the automaker has maintained control of its destiny.

Are These the Last of the Power Rangers?
Dose of Diesel Medicine Without the Nasty Aftertaste

Performance sedans could be rendered extinct by gas prices and tougher emissions controls.

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Losing the Income, and the Camaraderie
Losing the Income, and the Camaraderie

A layoff can take away a sense of belonging and the day-to-day camaraderie of a particularly close group of colleagues.

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