9.17 | The return before goodbye

Thu » Some dying patients who could no longer speak or respond suddenly reconnect with loved ones. Terminal lucidity offers a glimpse of the mind at life’s edge. Also: Secretary of State Rubio courts Latin America as China deepens its economic hold, while falling SNAP rolls test tougher work rules. Maria Baer finds history in movies, musicals, and handstands. Plus: a hood-riding snake, and David Closson on Britain’s assisted-suicide reversal. Today’s stories— > Thursday morning news > Rubio: The harder sell > SNAP: What drove the drop? > Terminal lucidity: The return before goodbye > Kicker: The hood hitchhiker > Feature: History at play > David Closson: Arguments still matter ★ Order your commemorative sticker celebrating 15 years and 100 million downloads.