Times editors have handpicked 11 stories for you to enjoy. Welcome to The Weekender.

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The 5 Cloned Dogs in Argentina’s Election

Javier Milei, a far-right libertarian, might soon be Argentina’s next president. He credits his cloned “four-legged children.”

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Jada Pinkett Smith Is Releasing Her Demons

In her new memoir, “Worthy,” she answers big questions, poses others to readers and sets the record straight on her marriage to Will Smith.

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The Botched Hunt for the Gilgo Beach Killer

For 13 years, police failed to scrutinize the man now accused of the infamous murders. Why did it take so long?

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Before Goop, There Was Suzanne Somers

Long before influencers took over, the actress went from sitcom fame to cheerleader for exercise fads and sexual wellness, with great success.

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The Greats

The 2023 Greats issue of T: The New York Times Style Magazine celebrates four talents across music, film, art and fashion whose careers are a master class in curiosity and defiance.

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Salmon Has a Troubling Cost. These Farms Offer Hope.

Land-based aquaculture is still coming into its own, but it stands to upend an industry plagued by environmental concerns.

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Robert Sapolsky Doesn’t Believe in Free Will

Shedding the concept might be liberating, the Stanford biologist and neuroscientist argues.

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Barnes & Noble Sets Itself Free

As the bookstore chain mounts a comeback, it’s breaking a cardinal rule of corporate branding and store design: consistency.

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Reconsidering ‘The Exorcist’ at 50

We asked three of our critics for new perspectives on the film.

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Have You Ever Seen an Elephant Twerk?

Ellie the Elephant, the mascot for the New York Liberty, has danced her way into the hearts of fans.

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36 Hours in Glasgow

Scotland’s largest city crackles with character.

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Thanks for reading. I’ll see you next weekend.

This edition of The Weekender was edited by Jonathan Wolfe.