Today's Headlines: Ransomware Attacks Are Testing Resolve of Cities Across America

2019年8月23日星期五

Today's Headlines: Ransomware Attacks Are Testing Resolve of Cities Across America

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Ransomware Attacks Are Testing Resolve of Cities Across America

By MANNY FERNANDEZ, DAVID E. SANGER and MARINA TRAHAN MARTINEZ

As hackers lock up networks that power police forces and utilities, municipalities must operate with hobbled computer systems, and decide whether to pay ransoms.

How Wayne LaPierre Survived a Revolt at the N.R.A.

By DANNY HAKIM

Previously undisclosed documents reveal a sweeping effort by top officials and lawyers to oust the longtime head of the N.R.A. Not only has he remained, but he continues to influence the president.

Economic Antidote for a Shrinking America: Immigrants

By PATRICIA COHEN

Restaurants, farms and other employers say they need more foreign workers. And economic growth may depend on it, given lower birthrates.

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