Today's Headlines: Mueller Objected to Barr’s Description of Russia Investigation’s Findings on Trump

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[Venezuelan Opposition Leader Steps Up Pressure, but Maduro Holds On]( [Venezuelan Opposition Leader Steps Up Pressure, but Maduro Holds On]( By NICHOLAS CASEY After Juan Guaidó said rebellion was at hand, supporters clashed with loyalists to the president. By day’s end, Mr. Guaidó fell short of the prize he sought. [Trump Wants to Block Deutsche Bank From Sharing His Financial Records]( [Trump Wants to Block Deutsche Bank From Sharing His Financial Records]( By DAVID ENRICH President Trump and Deutsche Bank had a long, symbiotic relationship. Now, Mr. Trump is racing to prevent the bank from sharing his financial information with Congress. For more top news, go to [NYTimes.com »]( ADVERTISEMENT [Get New York Today in Your Inbox]( [Get New York Today in Your Inbox]( What you need to know to start your day in New York, including news, weather, free events and a look at the lighter side of life. [Sign up »]( [] Editors' Picks [Who Killed Atlanta’s Children?]( U.S. [Who Killed Atlanta’s Children?]( By AUDRA D. S. BURCH Forty years ago, a serial killer terrorized the city. Families have been searching for answers ever since. [A Rising Tide of Anti-Semitism]( Opinion [A Rising Tide of Anti-Semitism]( By THE EDITORIAL BOARD By publishing a bigoted cartoon, The Times ignored the lessons of history, including its own. [] Today’s Videos [Guaidó Calls for an Uprising in Venezuela]( [[Video]Video: Guaidó Calls for an Uprising in Venezuela]( By BARBARA MARCOLINI The Venezuelan opposition leader Juan Guaidó called for the military to rise up against the government of President Nicolás Maduro on Tuesday. [Democrats Hopeful After Meeting With Trump on Infrastructure]( [[Video]Video: Democrats Hopeful After Meeting With Trump on Infrastructure]( By THE ASSOCIATED PRESS Speaker Nancy Pelosi and Senator Chuck Schumer, the Democratic leader, said there was “good will” during their meeting with President Trump on infrastructure spending, which yielded an agreement to pursue a $2 trillion plan. [Emperor Akihito Announces His Abdication]( [[Video]Video: Emperor Akihito Announces His Abdication]( By THE ASSOCIATED PRESS Emperor Akihito became Japan’s first monarch in more than two centuries to abdicate. His eldest son, Crown Prince Naruhito, will take on the symbolic role. [] World [A Holocaust Story for the Social Media Generation]( [A Holocaust Story for the Social Media Generation]( By ISABEL KERSHNER Eva Heyman kept a diary until she was sent to Auschwitz in 1944. An Instagram version of her story goes live this week, but some Israelis say it trivializes the Holocaust. [‘Overrun,’ ‘Outbred,’ ‘Replaced’: Why Ethnic Majorities Lash Out Over False Fears]( The Interpreter [‘Overrun,’ ‘Outbred,’ ‘Replaced’: Why Ethnic Majorities Lash Out Over False Fears]( By MAX FISHER and AMANDA TAUB Around the world, long-dominant groups see themselves as under siege, driving the rise of right-populism, religious nationalism and white terrorism. [Emperor Naruhito Takes the Throne, and a New Era Arrives in Japan]( [Emperor Naruhito Takes the Throne, and a New Era Arrives in Japan]( By MOTOKO RICH Naruhito is likely to continue to stress the pacifism and war remembrance of his father, Akihito, as well as his efforts to humanize the monarchy. For more world news, go to [NYTimes.com/World »]( ADVERTISEMENT [] U.S. [U.N.C. Charlotte Shooting Leaves 2 Dead and 4 Wounded]( [U.N.C. Charlotte Shooting Leaves 2 Dead and 4 Wounded]( By MIHIR ZAVERI and JACEY FORTIN The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department said a suspect was in custody. The motive for the shooting was unclear. [Swarthmore Students Demand Closing of Fraternity That Boasted of ‘Rape Attic’]( [Swarthmore Students Demand Closing of Fraternity That Boasted of ‘Rape Attic’]( By JULIE TURKEWITZ Dozens of students at Swarthmore College stormed a fraternity house after the publication of documents in which members referenced sexual assaults. [Minneapolis Police Officer Convicted of Murder in Shooting of Australian Woman]( [Minneapolis Police Officer Convicted of Murder in Shooting of Australian Woman]( By MITCH SMITH The former officer, Mohamed Noor, fired a single shot that killed Justine Ruszczyk in 2017. She had been calling the police, reporting that she heard screaming. For more U.S. news, go to [NYTimes.com/US »]( ADVERTISEMENT [] Politics [Moore’s Shot at the Fed Teeters as G.O.P. Senators Voice Concerns]( [Moore’s Shot at the Fed Teeters as G.O.P. Senators Voice Concerns]( By EMILY COCHRANE and JIM TANKERSLEY Stephen Moore’s chance to be confirmed to the Federal Reserve dwindled after multiple Republican senators began to publicly question whether he would have enough votes if nominated. [As Buttigieg Builds His Campaign, Gay Donors Provide the Foundation]( [As Buttigieg Builds His Campaign, Gay Donors Provide the Foundation]( By JEREMY W. PETERS and SHANE GOLDMACHER In amassing a small fortune, the South Bend mayor has had the backing of an exuberant L.G.B.T. donor base. But relying on wealthy contributors carries political risk. [What Joe Biden Has Said About Anita Hill Over the Years]( [What Joe Biden Has Said About Anita Hill Over the Years]( By MATT STEVENS Mr. Biden said this week that he takes “responsibility” for the way Ms. Hill was treated when she testified in the 1991 hearings for Justice Clarence Thomas. For more political news, go to [NYTimes.com/Politics »]( [] Business [‘Striding Across the Pacific’: Huawei’s Identity Problem]( The New New World [‘Striding Across the Pacific’: Huawei’s Identity Problem]( By LI YUAN The Chinese telecom giant seeks acceptance in the West, but its structure and value system — patterned after the Communist Party’s — could stand in the way. [F.D.A. Permits the Sale of IQOS, a New Tobacco Device]( [F.D.A. Permits the Sale of IQOS, a New Tobacco Device]( By SHEILA KAPLAN The agency said the “heat not burn” tobacco device was an alternative to traditional cigarettes. [As Trade Talks Continue, China Is Unlikely to Yield on Control of Data]( [As Trade Talks Continue, China Is Unlikely to Yield on Control of Data]( By ANA SWANSON Negotiations appear to have done little to resolve an emerging rivalry over data that the tech industry says is key to industries of the future. For more business news, go to [NYTimes.com/Business »]( [] Technology [Facebook Unveils Redesign as It Tries to Move Past Privacy Scandals]( [Facebook Unveils Redesign as It Tries to Move Past Privacy Scandals]( By MIKE ISAAC The social network rolled out a redesign, in the most visible signal of how it is starting to emphasize private communications. [Apple Plans to Buy $75 Billion More of Its Own Stock]( [Apple Plans to Buy $75 Billion More of Its Own Stock]( By JACK NICAS The company said it would add to its record returns to shareholders, most likely fueling an intensifying debate over corporate spending. [Like ‘Uber for Organs’: Drone Delivers Kidney to Maryland Woman]( [Like ‘Uber for Organs’: Drone Delivers Kidney to Maryland Woman]( By KAREN ZRAICK A team at the University of Maryland is developing drone technology to deliver organs faster and give doctors timely updates on their transit. For more technology news, go to [NYTimes.com/Technology »]( [] Sports [Horse Deaths Are Threatening the Racing Industry. Is the Sport Obsolete?]( [Horse Deaths Are Threatening the Racing Industry. Is the Sport Obsolete?]( By JOE DRAPE A Kentucky family in the horse business for decades says action to address the health of the animals is overdue. The consequences of inaction could be catastrophic. [The 76ers Beat the Raptors by Playing Like It’s 1999]( [The 76ers Beat the Raptors by Playing Like It’s 1999]( By SOPAN DEB Philadelphia evened the second round against Toronto at one game apiece by slowing the game: a throwback to past styles of play. [Surfer Sunny Garcia, Who Battles Depression, Is in Intensive Care Unit]( [Surfer Sunny Garcia, Who Battles Depression, Is in Intensive Care Unit]( By TALYA MINSBERG The Hawaii native’s struggles with mental illness have apparently led to a suicide attempt, according to multiple news outlets. For more sports news, go to [NYTimes.com/Sports »]( [] Arts [Tony Award Nominations 2019: ‘Hadestown’ Leads the Pack]( [Tony Award Nominations 2019: ‘Hadestown’ Leads the Pack]( By MICHAEL PAULSON The new musical received 14 nods, while two high-profile hit plays, “To Kill a Mockingbird” and “Network,” were ignored in the best new play category. [James Holzhauer Is Dominating ‘Jeopardy!’ But What’s Life Like After the Show?]( [James Holzhauer Is Dominating ‘Jeopardy!’ But What’s Life Like After the Show?]( By NIRAJ CHOKSHI Ken Jennings and other stars explained how appearing on the show affected their lives. [‘Knock Down the House’ Review: Running to Win Hearts and Minds and Votes]( Critic’s Pick [‘Knock Down the House’ Review: Running to Win Hearts and Minds and Votes]( By MANOHLA DARGIS Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez blazes in this exciting documentary about four female candidates who sought to make history in the 2018 midterm elections. For more arts news, go to [NYTimes.com/Arts »]( [] New York [Everyone’s Welcome at the Statue of Liberty. Except Tour Guides.]( [Everyone’s Welcome at the Statue of Liberty. Except Tour Guides.]( By COREY KILGANNON Officials with the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island are banning commercial tour guides from many areas, saying they clog the sites and behave badly. [New York Bans Alcohol Ads on Most City Property]( [New York Bans Alcohol Ads on Most City Property]( By JEFFERY C. MAYS Citing the health risk to young people and vulnerable populations, the city announced the ban that could lead to a loss of $3 million in yearly advertising fees. [After Backlash, Personal Voter Information Is Removed by New York City]( [After Backlash, Personal Voter Information Is Removed by New York City]( By VIVIAN WANG The Board of Elections reversed its decision and removed online access to its voter registration books after many raised privacy concerns. For more New York news, go to [NYTimes.com/NewYork »]( [] Media & Advertising [End of the Line (in Print, Anyway) for ESPN: The Magazine]( [End of the Line (in Print, Anyway) for ESPN: The Magazine]( By MARC TRACY and KEVIN DRAPER The lush, large periodical will continue as a digital-only publication, as print-focused sports media outlets struggle. [The Obamas and Netflix Just Revealed the Shows and Films They’re Working On]( [The Obamas and Netflix Just Revealed the Shows and Films They’re Working On]( By JOHN KOBLIN Former President Barack Obama has a multiyear deal with Netflix in which he and the former first lady, Michelle Obama, will produce shows and films for the streaming service. [Netflix Teams Up With ‘Crazy Rich Asians’ Director for Project on Thai Cave Rescue]( [Netflix Teams Up With ‘Crazy Rich Asians’ Director for Project on Thai Cave Rescue]( By EMILY S. RUEB The project, about the rescue of 12 boys and their soccer coach from a cave in Thailand last year, will feature two directors, including John Chu of “Crazy Rich Asians.” For more media & advertising news, go to [NYTimes.com/Media »]( [] Food [Your Questions About Food and Climate Change, Answered]( [Your Questions About Food and Climate Change, Answered]( By JULIA MOSKIN, BRAD PLUMER, REBECCA LIEBERMAN, EDEN WEINGART and NADJA POPOVICH How to shop, cook and eat in a warming world. [Reinventing the Tomato for Survival in a Changing World]( [Reinventing the Tomato for Survival in a Changing World]( By TEJAL RAO Like other small farmers and researchers, Brad Gates is trying to ensure a future for the tomato by breeding hardier varieties and persuading more Americans to grow their own. [How Does Your Love of Wine Contribute to Climate Change?]( [How Does Your Love of Wine Contribute to Climate Change?]( By ERIC ASIMOV Consumers don’t have access to much information about how businesses operate, but they can ask questions and focus on one tangible item, the bottle. For more food news, go to [NYTimes.com/Food »]( [] Obituaries [Martin Kilson, Scholar and Racial Pathbreaker at Harvard, Dies at 88]( [Martin Kilson, Scholar and Racial Pathbreaker at Harvard, Dies at 88]( By RICHARD SANDOMIR A leader in African-American studies and a follower of W.E.B. Du Bois, he was the university’s first tenured black professor and a mentor to many. [Mavis Pusey, Under-the-Radar Abstract Artist, Is Dead at 90]( [Mavis Pusey, Under-the-Radar Abstract Artist, Is Dead at 90]( By NEIL GENZLINGER She favored bold geometric forms, especially in works inspired by urban construction and demolition in New York City. [Gino Marchetti, Baltimore Colts Defensive Star, Dies at 93]( [Gino Marchetti, Baltimore Colts Defensive Star, Dies at 93]( By STUART LAVIETES A member of the Pro Football Hall of Fame, he had a knack for knowing where a play was going and made one of the most famous tackles in N.F.L. history. For more Obituaries, go to [NYTimes.com/Obituaries »]( [] Editorial [It’s Infrastructure Week!]( [It’s Infrastructure Week!]( By THE EDITORIAL BOARD Mr. Trump, here’s a fight worth having. For more opinion, go to [NYTimes.com/Opinion »]( [] Op-Ed [These Ads Think They Know You]( [These Ads Think They Know You]( By STUART A. THOMPSON We bought some ad space and targeted readers using the invisible technology of the internet. [Anti-Semites Don’t Just Hate Jews. They’re Targeting Freedom.]( [Anti-Semites Don’t Just Hate Jews. They’re Targeting Freedom.]( By DARA HORN No wonder gunmen are coming for us. [What John Singleton Accomplished With ‘Boyz N the Hood’]( [What John Singleton Accomplished With ‘Boyz N the Hood’]( By TOURÉ One of the seminal films of its era, it was cinema’s answer to the Rodney King story. [What Was the Bauhaus?]( [What Was the Bauhaus?]( By BARRY BERGDOLL The legacy of the legendary design school is both universal — and universally misunderstood. [Why It’s So Hard to Learn French in Middle Age]( [Why It’s So Hard to Learn French in Middle Age]( By PAMELA DRUCKERMAN I knew I’d never sound like a native. But shouldn’t I be much better than this? For more opinion, go to [NYTimes.com/Opinion »]( Follow NYTimes [Facebook] [FACEBOOK]( [Twitter] [@NYTimes]( [Pinterest] [Pinterest]( [Instagram] [Instagram]( Get more [NYTimes.com newsletters »]( | Get unlimited access to NYTimes.com and our NYTimes apps. [Subscribe »]( ABOUT THIS EMAIL This is an automated email. Please do not reply directly to this email from NYTimes.com. 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