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Winter Fashion Trends on the Streets of NYC
Capes, knit caps and woolly coats were plentiful on the streets of New York in December, even though flakes were not.
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Philippine Poverty and Farm-Based Economy Have Roots in Colonial Era
Decades after independence, the Philippines lacks the kind of factory economy that has lifted up other Asian nations, tying millions to farm work.
The 42 Photos That Defined the Styles Desk in 2023
Our favorite images from the year.
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The ‘2024 Problem’: Japan Grapples With a Shortage of Truck Drivers
The country is moving to curb the industry’s punishing work hours. But that could leave a shortfall that disrupts Japan’s entire logistics system.