Wednesday Briefing: A Major U.S. Senate Hearing

Plus, mapping “The Lord of the Rings”

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Tuesday Briefing: Death Toll Rises in L.A. Fires

Plus, what’s going on with TV credits?

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Monday Briefing: Number of Missing Rises in L.A.

Plus, how cured ham fixed an antique organ in France.

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Friday Briefing: Racing to Control Los Angeles Fires

Plus, renovating a wrecked palazzo.

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$850 for a Table at Applebee’s? Welcome to Times Square on New Year’s Eve.

As revelers throng Midtown Manhattan, some chain restaurants are offering a respite, if a pricey one. Perks include bathroom access and unlimited breadsticks.

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1 Person Killed and at Least 4 Injured in Texas Tornado

A tornado that touched down in Brazoria County struck some homes and other structures on Saturday, the authorities said. It was a day of tornado warnings in Texas, Louisiana and Mississippi.

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Homeless Woman Going Into Labor Is Cited for Camping Violation

Body-camera footage shows an officer from the Louisville Metro Police Department in Kentucky detain the woman, who gave birth later that day.

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Googly Eyes Placed on Sculptures Follow Residents in this Oregon City

The eyes were attached to eight installations, to the delight of residents. City officials, who lamented the cost of repairs, were less amused.

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The Winter Arc Asks You to Lock In for 3 Months. Some Take It to an Extreme.

The wellness challenge became popular this fall through social media, and has sparked a wide array of interpretations.

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Lake-Effect Storm to Bring Several Feet of Snow to Great Lakes

Forecasters said driving would be extremely dangerous or impossible in parts of the region as the snow forced the closure of the Erie, Pa., airport on Friday.

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