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Brexit’s Irish border problem, explained
The so-called "Irish backstop" has derailed the Brexit deal. But the breakup of the United Kingdom and the European Union is threatening to interrupt a 20-year peace process in Northern Ireland.
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How Abraham Lincoln’s foreign policy helped win the Civil War
Why Lincoln’s "one war at a time" doctrine saved the Union.
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Speaking in Europe, Mike Pence is received with total silence — repeatedly
These viral clips of Pence’s speeches illustrate Trump’s unpopularity.
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The big divide among 2020 Democrats over trade — and why it matters
Democrats are on the brink of completely reorienting their party on trade.
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How to dress for cold weather, explained by an arctic researcher
Or, "Layering, explained."
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American segregation, mapped at day and night
The racial makeup of neighborhoods changes during the workday. See how yours changes.
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Payless is closing all its US stores
It’s unclear whether the retailer will file for bankruptcy.
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Hate crime or hoax? The drama behind the Jussie Smollett case, explained.
The Empire actor is being accused of orchestrating his own attack.
