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The Times in Print for July 4, 2009

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Palin Resigning Governor’s Job; Future Unclear

Gov. Sarah Palin’s move shocked Republicans and fueled renewed speculation about her presidential ambitions and criticism of her political competence.

Russia to Open Airspace to U.S. for Afghan War

The move is one of the most concrete achievements in the effort to rebuild strained U.S.-Russian relations.

Top Reformers Admitted Plot, Iran Declares

The Iranian government has made it a practice to publicize confessions from political prisoners, often subject to sleep deprivation, solitary confinement and torture, rights groups say.

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For Banks, Wads of Cash and Loads of Trouble

Bulk deposits from brokers fueled growth at smaller banks, but also led some to the brink, and beyond.

College Stars Sue Over Likenesses in Video Games

Players contend the N.C.A.A. and a video game maker should pay college athletes for using their likenesses in popular electronic games.

‘Family Friendly’ White House Is Less So for Aides

While the Obamas have promised to accommodate employees with children, the demands of working for the president have made work-family balance elusive.

Pakistan Army Helicopter Crash Kills 26
Biden Warns Iraq of Return to Ethnic Fights
Fans Rally, and Officials Brace to Honor Jackson
In Public Housing, Talking Up the Recycling Bin
Renewed Roddick Savors Return to Top
Exhibition Review | 'Mannahatta/Manhattan: A Natural History of New York City': Manhattan: An Island Always Diverse
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Today's Front Pages

Quotation of the Day
"Four yeses and one ‘Hell, yeah!’ "
GOV. SARAH PALIN on the results of a family poll on whether she should resign.
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James Barron, a reporter at The New York Times, summarizes the top headlines every weekday.

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International
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Iran Cleric Says British Embassy Staff to Stand Trial
By JOHN F. BURNS and STEPHEN CASTLE
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Russia to Open Airspace to U.S. for Afghan War
By PETER BAKER
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Top Reformers Admitted Plot, Iran Declares
By MICHAEL SLACKMAN
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Pakistan Army Helicopter Crash Kills 26
By PIR ZUBAIR SHAH and ISMAIL KHAN
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Syrian Leader Invites Obama to Visit, Raising Hope of Policy Shift
By THE ASSOCIATED PRESS
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U.N. Chief Meets With Myanmar Junta
By NEIL MacFARQUHAR
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Envoy Seeks Ousted Honduran President’s Return
By MARC LACEY
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Biden Warns Iraq of Return to Ethnic Fights
By SHERYL GAY STOLBERG
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In Villages, Marines Work to Win Over Afghans
By THE ASSOCIATED PRESS
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Names of the Dead
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North Korea Tests Ballistic Missiles
By CHOE SANG-HUN
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Israel and U.S. to Hold Second Meeting
By ETHAN BRONNER
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The Saturday Profile: A Pentagon Trailblazer, Rethinking U.S. Defense
By ELISABETH BUMILLER
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World Briefing | Asia: Hong Kong: Would-be Killer Sentenced
By REUTERS
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World Briefing | Europe: Italy: Toll in Train Accident Reaches 22
By ELISABETTA POVOLEDO
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World Briefing | Europe: The Vatican: Newman May Be Beatified
By AGENCE FRANCE-PRESSE
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World Briefing | Europe: Greece: 10 Are Held in Kidnapping Case
By REUTERS
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World Briefing | The Americas: Venezuela: Radio Stations Threatened
By SIMON ROMERO
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World Briefing | Africa: South Africa: 31 Die After Circumcisions
By AGENCE FRANCE-PRESSE
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Swine Flu Death Toll in Argentina Climbs
By ALEXEI BARRIONUEVO
National
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Congressional Race in California Draws a High-Profile Cast
By JESSE McKINLEY
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‘Family Friendly’ White House Is Less So for Aides
By RACHEL L. SWARNS
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Palin Resigning Governor’s Job; Future Unclear
By ADAM NAGOURNEY and JIM RUTENBERG
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Environment Groups Find Less Support From Justices
By ADAM LIPTAK
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Rain Leaves Illinois Towns Trying to Tame Unruly Grass
By KAREN ANN CULLOTTA
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With Palin Leaving Office, the Spotlight on Alaska Is Likely to Go, Too
By WILLIAM YARDLEY
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National Briefing | South: South Carolina: Fear Mounts After 4 Are Slain and Sheriff Says Hunt Is on for Serial Killer
By THE ASSOCIATED PRESS
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National Briefing | South: Arkansas: Cat’s Ashes Spread at Governor’s Mansion
By THE ASSOCIATED PRESS
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National Briefing | Southwest: Texas: Arsonist Is Sought After Torching of Palm Trees
By THE ASSOCIATED PRESS
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National Briefing | Plains: Kansas: Man Accused as Killer Advocates From Cell
By THE ASSOCIATED PRESS
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Study Finds Gaps in Aid for Non-English Speakers in State Civil Courts
By JOHN SCHWARTZ
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National Briefing | Recall: Malt-O-Meal Recalls Oatmeal With Possible Salmonella
By THE ASSOCIATED PRESS
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Beliefs: Man of Contradictions, Shaper of Modernity. Age? 500 Next Week.
By PETER STEINFELS
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Fans Rally, and Officials Brace to Honor Jackson
By RANDAL C. ARCHIBOLD
Obituaries
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Herbert G. Klein, Aide in the Nixon White House, Dies at 91
By ADAM CLYMER
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Tyeb Mehta, Painter of Emerging India, Dies at 84
By HOLLAND COTTER
Editorials, Op-Ed and Letters
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Editorial: Mr. Obama and Mr. Medvedev
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Editorial: Let Them Run
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Editorial: 10 Years, 430 Dams
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Editorial: A Fresh Fourth
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Op-Ed Columnist: Sarah’s Straight Talk
By GAIL COLLINS
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Op-Ed Columnist: Behind the Facade
By BOB HERBERT
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Op-Ed Contributor: We the Bachelors
By JOHN G. McCURDY
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Letters: More Voices in the Health Debate
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Letters: Medical Research: Which Approach Is Best?
New York
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In Public Housing, Talking Up the Recycling Bin
By MIREYA NAVARRO
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Big City: Astor Legacy Now a Victim of Indignity
By SUSAN DOMINUS
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Thaw in Senate Talks, but No Hints of Power-Sharing Deal
By NICHOLAS CONFESSORE
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July 3 Snapshots: The City Empties Out
By ANDY NEWMAN
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Harlem Journal: The Good Old Red, White and Barbecue
By CHRISTINE HAUGHNEY
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Lottery Numbers
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Just Try to Get Past These Police Vehicles
By SIMON AKAM
The Arts
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Exhibition Review | 'Mannahatta/Manhattan: A Natural History of New York City': Manhattan: An Island Always Diverse
By EDWARD ROTHSTEIN
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Theater: In London, Stagings Where 3 Dimensions Aren’t Needed
By BEN BRANTLEY
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An 84-Year-Old Wisecracker Keeps Trucking
By PATRICK HEALY
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Artwork to Display, or to Enjoy With Eggs
By RANDY KENNEDY
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Rare Peek at Riches of Past in Rome
By ELISABETTA POVOLEDO
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Arts, Briefly: ‘Mentalist’ Wins for CBS
By BENJAMIN TOFF; Compiled by BEN SISARIO
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Arts, Briefly: Strong Sales Continue for Jackson Albums
Compiled by BEN SISARIO
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Arts, Briefly: Leno Wins Web Ruling
Compiled by BEN SISARIO
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Arts, Briefly: Algerian Singer Sentenced to Jail in France
Compiled by BEN SISARIO
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Arts, Briefly: Talking Iran
Compiled by BEN SISARIO
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Art Review: It’s a Beautiful Fit, but Can You Breathe in There, Your Majesty?
By KEN JOHNSON
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Bridge: Remembering a Gentleman of the Game and His Sly Deception
By PHILLIP ALDER
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Music Review | Cubic Zirconia: Late at Night and Hard at Work
By JON CARAMANICA
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