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U.S.D.A. Avocado Inspectors Will Start Returning to Mexican Packing Plants

The inspections in Michoacán, the Mexican state responsible for most avocado exports to the U.S., were suspended last weekend because of security concerns.The inspections in Michoacán, the Mexican state responsible for most avocado exports to the U.S., were suspended last weekend because of security concerns. Read More

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Pope’s Anti-Gay Slur Lays Bare Church’s Contradictions

The pope used homophobic slang and cautioned prelates about admitting gay men into seminaries. But ordination has also long been a refuge for gay faithful.The pope used homophobic slang and cautioned prelates about admitting gay men into seminaries. But ordination has also long been a refuge for gay faithful. Read More

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Israeli Official Describes Secret Government Bid to Cement Control of West Bank

Israeli judges have long ruled that Israel’s control of the territory is a temporary military occupation and complies with international law. A powerful minister’s recent speech, caught on tape, suggested the government is trying to change that.Israeli judges have long ruled that Israel’s control of the territory is a temporary military occupation and complies with

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Middle East Crisis: Netanyahu Feuds With Allies as Questions Mount Over War’s Future

The Israeli leader’s quarrels with the White House, his military and his coalition partners have escalated at a pivotal time in the war in Gaza.The Israeli leader’s quarrels with the White House, his military and his coalition partners have escalated at a pivotal time in the war in Gaza. Read More

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In Japan, These Women Want to Opt Out of Motherhood More Easily

A lawsuit challenges the onerous requirements for getting sterilized, calling the regulations paternalistic and a violation of women’s constitutional rights.A lawsuit challenges the onerous requirements for getting sterilized, calling the regulations paternalistic and a violation of women’s constitutional rights. Read More

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