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    Andrew Hamilton, center, the British-born president of New York University, at a reception in January. Some at N.Y.U. find him less imperious than his predecessor, John Sexton.
    CreditRichard Perry/The New York Times

    Big Man on a Global Campus

    Andrew Hamilton, N.Y.U.’s new president, faces issues of diversity and affordability as the college expands its reach.

     By Sarah Lyall

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    Joe Bataan on the keyboards at B.­B. King Blues Club & Grill in Times Square last month.
    CreditJacob Blickenstaff for The New York Times

    The Return of Joe Bataan, the Boogaloo King

    A documentary film, “We Like It Like That,” has brought new attention to Mr. Bataan, a pioneer of boogaloo, the fusion of Latin rhythm and soul.

     By Fred Goodman

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    Juice Press, where the kale is drinkable and the oatmeal is raw, has more than 20 locations in New York City, the Hamptons and Greenwich, Conn.
    CreditEmon Hassan for The New York Times

    Big City

    A Plan Worth Its Salt

    A worthy public-health initiative — informing some diners, eating in chain restaurants with more than 15 outlets, of an item’s salt content — is met with cries of unfairness, and resistance.

     By Ginia Bellafante

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    Petro has a comfortable home, but he seems to prefer the life of his Brooklyn street.
    CreditChristopher Lee for The New York Times

    Pet City

    The Cat-Mayor of Carroll Gardens

    Petro, a 13-year-old black house cat, spends his day greeting strangers, visiting neighbors and terrorizing dogs.

     By Andy Newman