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New York Times intl News

Larry McMurtry’s Book Auction in Texas

Posted: 12 Aug 2012 03:55 PM PDT

Larry McMurtry auctioned some 300,000 used books from his bookstores in Archer City, Tex.

Time to Call Diplomatic Effort on Iran a Failure, Israeli Official Says

Posted: 12 Aug 2012 04:36 PM PDT

Amid reports that Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is close to ordering a military strike against Iran's nuclear program, Israel's deputy foreign minister said diplomatic efforts have failed.

A Memorable and Musical Olympic Closing Ceremony

Posted: 12 Aug 2012 05:17 PM PDT

The closing ceremony of the London Games was filled with memorable performances by iconic British stars, including the Who, Eric Idle, Russell Brand, Fatboy Slim and the Spice Girls.

Rory McIlroy Wins P.G.A. Championship

Posted: 12 Aug 2012 04:48 PM PDT

Rory McIlroy won the P.G.A. Championship by a record eight strokes at Kiawah Island for his second major title.

With G.O.P. Ticket Complete, Crowds Swell

Posted: 12 Aug 2012 02:47 PM PDT

On his second day as a vice-presidential candidate, Representative Paul D. Ryan emerged Sunday as a tough-talking sidekick and flattering biographer for Mitt Romney.

The Caucus: Romney’s Choice Brings Tea Party to G.O.P. Ticket

Posted: 12 Aug 2012 12:51 PM PDT

Representative Paul D. Ryan's rise to No. 2 on the Republican ticket is a signal event for the Tea Party movement, which counts him as one of its own.

2012 London Olympics: London Closes the Games in Style

Posted: 12 Aug 2012 04:19 PM PDT

Editors and reporters from The Times live-blogged the closing ceremony, which featured performances by iconic British bands, the extinguishing of the Olympic flame and the ceremonial passing of the flag to the mayor of Rio, the host the 2016 Games.

‘Sincerity,’ by R. Jay Magill Jr.

Posted: 10 Aug 2012 08:58 AM PDT

A sweeping cultural history of the ideal of sincerity.

In Upheaval for Egypt, Morsi Forces Out Military Chiefs

Posted: 12 Aug 2012 04:49 PM PDT

President Mohamed Morsi ousted his powerful defense minister, the army chief of staff and several senior generals, seeming for the moment to reclaim power the military had seized.

United States 107, Spain 100: Lebron James and United States Win Gold in Men’s Basketball

Posted: 12 Aug 2012 01:25 PM PDT

The United States outlasted Spain, 107-100, for its second straight gold medal, with 30 points from Kevin Durant and late heroics from LeBron James in an unexpectedly close game.

Syrian Jets Continue to Pound Rebels in Aleppo

Posted: 12 Aug 2012 05:35 PM PDT

President Bashar al-Assad's forces fired on areas in and around Aleppo and the authorities reported two bomb attacks in Damascus.

London 2012: United States Men’s Basketball Team Defeats Spain to Win Gold Medal

Posted: 12 Aug 2012 09:05 AM PDT

In the final minutes of the men's basketball final, the United States took over the game on the offensive strength of LeBron James and Kevin Durant, winning its second straight gold medal.

Iran Earthquakes Leave 300 Dead

Posted: 12 Aug 2012 04:33 PM PDT

Relief workers saved more than 200 people from the rubble of dozens of villages that were destroyed after two earthquakes struck Saturday.

Ugandan Kiprotich Surges Past 2 Kenyans to Win Marathon Gold

Posted: 12 Aug 2012 10:44 AM PDT

Stephen Kiprotich's victory gave Uganda its first gold medal at the London Games and its second ever in track and field. Abel Kirui of Kenya won silver and his countryman Wilson Kipsang took bronze.

2012 London Olympics: Daily Preview Video for Day 17 of the Olympic Summer Games

Posted: 12 Aug 2012 04:12 AM PDT

While there are still some big events on Sunday, the final day of competition, it's also time to look back on the London 2012 Olympics. Members of The Times staff select their favorite athletes and stories.

Racial Profiling at Boston Airport, Officials Say

Posted: 12 Aug 2012 04:37 AM PDT

Officers from the Transportation Security Administration's "behavior detection" program in Boston assert that passengers who fit certain profiles are much more likely to be stopped, searched and questioned for "suspicious" behavior.

Gymnastics | Rhythmic: Rhythmic Gymnastics Remains Women-Only at Olympics

Posted: 12 Aug 2012 08:17 AM PDT

Rhythmic gymnastics is one of only two Olympic sports — synchronized swimming is the other — in which both sexes do not participate.

British Are Unexpectedly Proud and Excited About Olympics

Posted: 12 Aug 2012 05:37 AM PDT

The British public has reveled in the success of the home country's athletes and the smooth operation of the London Games.

Ryan Pick Gives Obama Chance to Change Subject

Posted: 12 Aug 2012 11:29 AM PDT

Instead of a referendum on his own performance, President Obama has an opening to turn the election into a referendum on the vision that Paul D. Ryan has advanced and Mitt Romney has adopted.

John Cage Recital? Take the A Train

Posted: 09 Aug 2012 07:10 PM PDT

John Cage moments can happen anywhere, when happenstance kicks in, and surprising musical experiences take form.