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November 29, 2025, 4:42 p.m. Eastern time

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Mamdani’s Meeting With Trump Scrambled the MAGA-Sphere

Prominent conservative influencers had different interpretations as they processed the meeting on podcasts and in social media posts.

At Miss Universe, a Salmon Costume Steals the Show

The designer behind Miss Norway’s wild outfit wasn’t surprised by the attention. “The original plan was to make noise.”

I Think My Good Friend Is Betraying Me, but I’m Not Sure. What Should I Do?

A reader suspects that a friend is divulging her secrets. If not, why do people around town seem to know her personal business?

In This Scandal, the Journalists Are the Story

Love, politics and ethics collided as Olivia Nuzzi and Ryan Lizza went at it in a media sphere that rewards private revelations.

Robert Irwin Is Actually That Nice

His story began with loss, but the lessons of his “Crocodile Hunter” father helped Irwin spread a message of love as he won Season 34 of “Dancing With the Stars.”

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Meet the Millionaire Masters of Early Decision at Colleges

The enrollment chiefs at Tulane and the University of Chicago attracted many early applicants. Now both of them earn a lot of money.

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