Edition: U.S. / Global
November 9, 2014
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Table of Contents

Teddy Thompson’s Folk-Rock Family Reunion

Three decades after his famous parents broke up, Thompson brings them together again on a new album, “Family.”

Inside the Vigilante Fight Against Boko Haram

As their military struggles to combat the Islamist terrorist group, everyday Nigerians have formed citizen battalions to defend their towns. But have they gone too far?

How One Lawyer’s Crusade Could Change Football Forever

The N.F.L. is more popular — and more profitable — than ever. But its coming settlement over brain injuries could lay the groundwork that pushes the sport to the margins of American culture.

The Unbelievable Skepticism of the Amazing Randi

An expert magician, avid debunker and scourge of spiritualists and con men prepares for the final curtain.


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