Rachel Abrams

Reporter and senior producer for the New York Times Presents

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New York Times’ Rachel Abrams and Liz Day discuss the drive to make “Sin Eater: The Crimes of Anthony Pellicano,” his intimidation tactics, and criminal conviction.

'Sin Eater': Examining the rise and fall of Hollywood P.I. Anthony Pellicano

New York Times’ Rachel Abrams and Liz Day discuss the drive to make “Sin Eater: The Crimes of Anthony Pellicano,” his intimidation tactics, and criminal conviction.

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Retail in America is undergoing a revolution. As consumers turn to e-commerce to buy everything from diapers to appliances, big box stores are becoming obsolete.

It's Amazon's world, we're just living in it

Retail in America is undergoing a revolution. As consumers turn to e-commerce to buy everything from diapers to appliances, big box stores are becoming obsolete.

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Ivanka Trump’s brand is doing great overseas, especially in China. She recently received three trademarks on the same day she met with President Xi Jinping.

Ivanka Trump navigates ethical minefield with business empire

Ivanka Trump’s brand is doing great overseas, especially in China. She recently received three trademarks on the same day she met with President Xi Jinping.

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