Today's Headlines: In Aftermath of Notre-Dame Fire, Macron Urges Unity in Fragmented Nation

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[Notre-Dame Attic Was Known as ‘the Forest.’ And It Burned Like One.]( [Notre-Dame Attic Was Known as ‘the Forest.’ And It Burned Like One.]( By AURELIEN BREEDEN, ELIAN PELTIER, LIZ ALDERMAN and RICHARD PÉREZ-PEÑA To preserve the landmark cathedral’s design, officials chose not to install some fire-suppression systems features like firewalls and sprinklers. [In New Effort to Deter Migrants, Barr Withholds Bail to Asylum Seekers]( [In New Effort to Deter Migrants, Barr Withholds Bail to Asylum Seekers]( By MICHAEL D. SHEAR and KATIE BENNER Attorney General William Barr issued an order on Tuesday that could keep thousands of migrants in jail indefinitely while they wait for a resolution of their asylum request. 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 [A President of the People or a President of His People?]( U.S. | News Analysis [A President of the People or a President of His People?]( By PETER BAKER While his predecessors sought to broaden their public support, President Trump appears to be heading into his re-election campaign sticking with his own tribe. [I Don’t Need a DNA Test to Tell Me How Black I Am]( Opinion [I Don’t Need a DNA Test to Tell Me How Black I Am]( By ERIN AUBRY KAPLAN Tests like 23andMe are a fad that distracts us from the reality of race in America. [] Today’s Videos [‘I Was Completely Overwhelmed’: Paris Confronts Aftermath of Notre-Dame Fire]( [[Video]Video: ‘I Was Completely Overwhelmed’: Paris Confronts Aftermath of Notre-Dame Fire]( By NILO TABRIZY A fire tore the legendary Cathedral of Notre-Dame. Now, France’s president has called for it to be rebuilt in five years. [Restoration Experts Saved Statues Before Notre-Dame Fire]( [[Video]Video: Restoration Experts Saved Statues Before Notre-Dame Fire]( By REUTERS Sculptures of the Twelve Apostles and four New Testament evangelists were removed for restoration just days before the Notre-Dame cathedral in Paris caught fire on Monday. [Full Video: Fire at Notre-Dame Cathedral in Paris]( [[Video]Video: Full Video: Fire at Notre-Dame Cathedral in Paris]( By THE ASSOCIATED PRESS A fire broke out in the spire of the Cathedral of Notre-Dame in Paris on Monday evening, a spokesman for the cathedral said. [] World [Scorned British Tabloids to Harry and Meghan: Show Us Your Baby!]( [Scorned British Tabloids to Harry and Meghan: Show Us Your Baby!]( By ELLEN BARRY The Duke and Duchess of Sussex have decided to skip the ritual photo op with their newborn, the latest bump in a rocky relationship with the press. [Aung San Suu Kyi Has a New Target: Political Satire]( [Aung San Suu Kyi Has a New Target: Political Satire]( By SAW NANG and MIKE IVES Thangyat, a kind of satirical poetry that is often aimed at the authorities, is the latest form of expression to be restricted by Myanmar’s government. [Trump Vetoes Measure to Force End to U.S. Involvement in Yemen War]( [Trump Vetoes Measure to Force End to U.S. Involvement in Yemen War]( By MARK LANDLER and PETER BAKER President Trump’s decision to reject the bipartisan resolution was the second time in a month that he has blocked legislation passed by both houses of Congress. [After Years of Denial, Venezuela’s President Allows Aid to Enter]( [After Years of Denial, Venezuela’s President Allows Aid to Enter]( By ANATOLY KURMANAEV and ANA VANESSA HERRERO The Red Cross sent in their first shipment of medical supplies and hopes to distribute them without political intervention. The delay cost an untold number of lives. For more world news, go to [NYTimes.com/World »]( ADVERTISEMENT [] U.S. [A Small Town Bet on Sports Gambling. It’s Still Waiting.]( [A Small Town Bet on Sports Gambling. It’s Still Waiting.]( By TIMOTHY WILLIAMS A Supreme Court decision opened the way for states to allow sports betting, but some have moved slower than expected. One reason? Examples like Tunica, Miss. [An Afghan War Widower Is Caught Up in a ‘Chronic Problem’: Wrongful Deportation]( [An Afghan War Widower Is Caught Up in a ‘Chronic Problem’: Wrongful Deportation]( By CAITLIN DICKERSON Officials deported the spouse of a U.S. soldier killed in Afghanistan, leaving the couple’s 12-year-old daughter to live with her grandparents in Phoenix before the decision was abruptly reversed. [Biden, at Hollings Funeral, Talks About How ‘People Can Change’]( [Biden, at Hollings Funeral, Talks About How ‘People Can Change’]( By JONATHAN MARTIN Mr. Biden once called Fritz Hollings his best friend in the Senate, strengthening his connection to the state, which is pivotal in the Democratic primary. For more U.S. news, go to [NYTimes.com/US »]( ADVERTISEMENT [] Politics [‘Stop Sanders’ Democrats Are Agonizing Over His Momentum]( [‘Stop Sanders’ Democrats Are Agonizing Over His Momentum]( By JONATHAN MARTIN Members of the party establishment who oppose Bernie Sanders have had discussions about how to handle his candidacy, while others warn of a schism within the party. [Gina Haspel Relies on Spy Skills to Connect With Trump. He Doesn’t Always Listen.]( [Gina Haspel Relies on Spy Skills to Connect With Trump. He Doesn’t Always Listen.]( By JULIAN E. BARNES and ADAM GOLDMAN Ms. Haspel, the C.I.A. director, has proved to be an adept tactician in dealing with the president, but there is little evidence he has heeded her work to change policy. [For Democrats, Ilhan Omar Is a Complicated Figure to Defend]( [For Democrats, Ilhan Omar Is a Complicated Figure to Defend]( By SHERYL GAY STOLBERG After President Trump attacked the freshman Democrat from Minnesota on Twitter, Democrats pushed back. But they are choosing their words with caution. For more political news, go to [NYTimes.com/Politics »]( [] Business [Donald Trump, China Savior? Some Chinese Say Yes]( The New New World [Donald Trump, China Savior? Some Chinese Say Yes]( By LI YUAN Business leaders and intellectuals say one of Beijing’s toughest critics could force the country to change. Still needed: voices of support from the inside. [Apple and Qualcomm Settle All Disputes Worldwide]( [Apple and Qualcomm Settle All Disputes Worldwide]( By DON CLARK and DAISUKE WAKABAYASHI Apple and Qualcomm said they had agreed to dismiss all litigation between them worldwide. [F.D.A. Halts U.S. Sales of Pelvic Mesh, Citing Safety Concerns for Women]( [F.D.A. Halts U.S. Sales of Pelvic Mesh, Citing Safety Concerns for Women]( By SHEILA KAPLAN and MATTHEW GOLDSTEIN Boston Scientific and Coloplast were the last two companies selling the medical devices, which have resulted in nearly $8 billion in settlements. For more business news, go to [NYTimes.com/Business »]( [] Sports [For Many Latino Players, Roberto Clemente’s Number Is Off Limits, Too]( [For Many Latino Players, Roberto Clemente’s Number Is Off Limits, Too]( By JAMES WAGNER Only Jackie Robinson’s No. 42 has been officially retired across the majors, but many players have gone out of their way to not wear Clemente’s No. 21. [A Hunger Artist Off the Bench, Lou Williams Helps the Clippers Feast]( On Pro Basketball [A Hunger Artist Off the Bench, Lou Williams Helps the Clippers Feast]( By SCOTT CACCIOLA A smaller guard keeps himself ready for games by staying away from pregame meals. His routines have helped make him a player other players love to watch. [Golf Looks to a Tiger Boom 2.0]( [Golf Looks to a Tiger Boom 2.0]( By KEVIN DRAPER Interest boomed and prize money skyrocketed after Tiger Woods burst onto the scene. In his absence it stagnated. Now comes another chance. For more sports news, go to [NYTimes.com/Sports »]( [] Arts [Sparkle, Once R. Kelly’s Protégée, May Testify Against Him. Again.]( [Sparkle, Once R. Kelly’s Protégée, May Testify Against Him. Again.]( By ELIZABETH A. HARRIS Sparkle testified that a sex tape showed Mr. Kelly abusing her niece. A rising star years ago, she is arguably best known today for her taking a public stand against him. [Review: Adam Driver Heats Up a Wobbly ‘Burn This’]( [Review: Adam Driver Heats Up a Wobbly ‘Burn This’]( By BEN BRANTLEY In this imbalanced revival of Lanford Wilson’s play, also starring Keri Russell, Mr. Driver unleashes the full, scorching power of his talent. [Two Novels by Ann Petry, a Writer Who Believed in Art That Delivers a Message]( Books of The Times [Two Novels by Ann Petry, a Writer Who Believed in Art That Delivers a Message]( By PARUL SEHGAL Petry’s debut, “The Street,” was the first book by a black woman to sell more than a million copies. A new volume collects it with another novel, “The Narrows,” and a sampling of her criticism. For more arts news, go to [NYTimes.com/Arts »]( [] New York [Congestion Pricing Is Coming to New York. New Jersey Wants Revenge.]( [Congestion Pricing Is Coming to New York. New Jersey Wants Revenge.]( By EMMA G. FITZSIMMONS New York approved new tolls to enter the heart of Manhattan. Drivers in New Jersey say the decision amounts to a “keep out” sign. [He’s the ‘Albanian Gangster’ on Film (It Wasn’t Much of a Stretch)]( [He’s the ‘Albanian Gangster’ on Film (It Wasn’t Much of a Stretch)]( By MICHAEL WILSON A filmmaker seeking real-life stories from the criminal underworld visits the Bronx and finds his leading man. [How a Dark Web Drug Ring Was Uncovered After Suspicious A.T.M. Withdrawals]( [How a Dark Web Drug Ring Was Uncovered After Suspicious A.T.M. Withdrawals]( By ALI WINSTON Three New Jersey men were charged in Manhattan with setting up a virtual storefront in a hidden corner of the internet that sold illicit drugs. For more New York news, go to [NYTimes.com/NewYork »]( [] Food [A Young Chef, and a Stunning Comeback]( [A Young Chef, and a Stunning Comeback]( By PRIYA KRISHNA Kwame Onwuachi vaulted from troubled youth to overnight success to failure with a fancy restaurant in Washington, D.C. Now he’s drawing attention with a new book and approach. 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For more Obituaries, go to [NYTimes.com/Obituaries »]( [] Editorial [Notre-Dame’s Bells Will Toll Again]( [Notre-Dame’s Bells Will Toll Again]( By SERGE SCHMEMANN Paris — and the world — comes together after a devastating fire. For more opinion, go to [NYTimes.com/Opinion »]( [] Op-Ed [Standing Vigil for Notre-Dame]( [Standing Vigil for Notre-Dame]( By AGNÈS C. POIRIER I watched the cathedral burn. Then despair was replaced by timid hope. [When Slaveowners Got Reparations]( [When Slaveowners Got Reparations]( By TERA W. HUNTER Lincoln signed a bill in 1862 that paid up to $300 for every enslaved person freed. [Another Reason to Hate Hudson Yards]( [Another Reason to Hate Hudson Yards]( By KRISTON CAPPS The billion-dollar luxury real estate project in Manhattan is exploiting a cash-for-visas program meant for the poor. [‘When They Go Low, We Go Lower’]( [‘When They Go Low, We Go Lower’]( By ROSS TAPSELL Will fake news decide Indonesia’s election this week? 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