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Taliban Video Sends Message to Freed G.I., and the World

The video released Wednesday that showed the transfer of Sgt. Bowe Bergdahl to American troops provided the Taliban an opportunity to publicize their argument that they are a legitimate state in exile.

After Scandal, Executives Depart Walmart

At least eight senior executives have left the giant retailer since reports of bribery in its international division surfaced two years ago.

House Speaker Calls for More Action on V.A. Scandal

Speaker John A. Boehner called on President Obama to support legislation offered by House Republicans for changes in the Department of Veterans Affairs.

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T-Mobile and Sprint Zeroing In on a $32 Billion Merger

The deal would create a more formidable rival to the two largest wireless phone providers in the United States, Verizon and AT&T.;

The Rangers’ Anton Stralman was surrounded by Kings players celebrating Drew Doughty’s second-period goal, which tied the score, 2-2. The Kings led in shots, 43-27.
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Kings 3, Rangers 2

Kings Overcome 2-0 Deficit to Beat Rangers

Los Angeles dominated the Rangers over the last 25 minutes and won Game 1 of the Stanley Cup finals on an overtime goal. Above, Kings players celebrate a second-period goal.

Suspect Is Arrested in Stabbing of 2 Children

News of the arrest came shortly after New York police officials publicly identified the suspect, Daniel St. Hubert.

In a First, Test of DNA Finds Root of Illness

Using an experimental DNA test, doctors found that Joshua Osborn, who was in a coma last year, had been infected with an obscure bacteria which they were able to eradicate.

Don Zimmer Dies at 83, After 60 Years in Baseball

Zimmer was a stubby, Popeye-muscled baseball lifer with unforgettable jowls whose passion for the game endured through the years as a player, manager, coach and adviser.

Open Source
Assad’s Vision for Syria, as Seen on YouTube

The Syrian president’s opponents mocked his campaign slogan, “Together,” featured in a series of upbeat advertisements posted on his YouTube channel.

Critic’s Notebook
Letting a Mighty Nave Breathe, in Full View of a Neighborhood

As backhoes make way for two 15-story apartment towers that would block views of the Cathedral Church of St. John the Divine, a critic proposes a solution.

Children on the Run

The rising influx of young unauthorized immigrants crossing the border with or without parents has become a humanitarian crisis.

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