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October 26, 2026 · New Yorker

Thousands of American restaurants closing over rising costs, declining sales
In the first six months of 2026, more than 7,500 restaurant locations have closed nationwide. Mark Strassmann reports th
Aged 18, Denmark local Reuben Winter opens a restaurant
Young Denmark local Reuben Winter opened a restaurant he hopes to build into a lifelong opportunity.
Deeply divided Israel braces for pivotal election
After three years of regional war, this is a battle Israel always knew was coming, writes Lucy Williamson.
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Refined, thoughtful and story-driven dishes that will make you rethink Korean cuisine.
‘Wicker’ Stars Olivia Colman, Alexander Skarsgård and Elizabeth Debicki on Making the ‘Very Silly,’ ‘Really Heartbreaking’ Film: ‘It’s Not Just a Slapstick or Sex Comedy’
When Elizabeth Debicki arrived on set for “Wicker,” the first thing she saw was Alexander Skarsgård wading through water