No kidding: California overtime law threatens use of grazing goats to prevent wildfires

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Trump Asks Judge in Hush Money Case to Step Aside

Lawyers for former President Donald J. Trump said the judge, Juan M. Merchan, has ties to Democratic causes and candidates.

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Bud Light Announces New Initiative With LGBTQ+ Business Owners Despite Boycott, Loss of Sales

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San Francisco’s Ousted District Attorney Has a New Job

A conversation with Chesa Boudin, who was rejected by voters last year, as he steps into a new role this week at U.C. Berkeley.

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Ukraine's Defence Ministry explains why Russia has put top Ukrainian commanders on wanted list

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The Politics of Delusion Have Taken Hold

The irrational element of partisan hostility has seemingly created a political culture resistant to correction or reform.

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IBM Plans To Replace Nearly 8,000 Jobs With AI — These Jobs Are First to Go

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TikTok reacts to news that racist woman who attacked Asian family during road rage incident in California is actually part Asian herself

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Iowa Building Collapse: 5 Still Missing

Two of the people were thought to still be inside the six-story apartment building in Davenport. More than a dozen people were escorted from the building on Sunday, and nine were rescued.

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No more 'fire-breathing dragons'? President Biden agreed to cut IRS funding by $21B as part of the debt limit deal — here's how the tax agency plans to cope

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At 34, Jon has incurable bowel cancer – all because the NHS turned into a Covid-only service

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A Japanese Pearl Farm Shows Nature’s Artistic Process

A visit to the Mikimoto Tatoku Pearl Farm where the culturing process was developed 130 years ago.

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Laying ‘Succession’ to Rest: Pain Sponges, Heels of Bread and Eldest Boys

As HBO’s hit series comes to a close, was everything foretold in Episode 1?

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Donald Trump Jr. And Kimberly Guilfoyle Launch Gross New Attacks On Ron DeSantis

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Supreme Court Could Consider Virginia High School’s Admissions

The justices will soon rule on race-conscious admissions plans at Harvard and U.N.C. A new appeals court case asks whether schools can use race-neutral tools to achieve racial diversity.

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GA man puts victim in chokehold, body slams him in Marco’s Pizza parking lot, police say

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Piano Maestro David Dubal Dreams Up Video Games and Superheroes

David Dubal, Renaissance man, aims to save the world of art with a game that teaches piano. First, he’ll have to get a computer.

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What to Do in New York in June

Summer is just around the corner. We’ll help you navigate all the city has to offer — with some help from New York-based experts.

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Why are so many Republicans challenging Trump in 2024 presidential bid?

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Some Canadian Indigenous See Hudson’s Bay Building as Hollow Gift

The company chartered centuries ago to found the colony that became part of Canada last year gave a building to the Indigenous that is heavy in symbolism. The move is being criticized by some as hollow.

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President attends 2nd grandchild's graduation as daughter of Biden's late son leaves high school

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Richard Revesz and His Agency Are Remaking the Pollution Fight

Richard Revesz is changing the way the government calculates the cost and benefits of regulation, with far-reaching implications for climate change.

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Cannes Winners 2023: ‘Anatomy of a Fall’ Wins the Palme d’Or

The French filmmaker Justine Triet becomes the third woman to win the top honor at the Cannes Film Festival.

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A TikToker says she confronted a man on a plane after she saw him call her a 'big Black woman' and complain about having to sit next to her in texts to friends

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Warren Buffett slammed the last debt-ceiling crisis as a stupid waste of time - and called for the government's borrowing limit to be removed

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Remembering Martin Amis

The Times critics Dwight Garner and Jason Zinoman celebrate the life and work of the great British novelist and literary critic, who died last week.

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Second attack on Russians in Berdiansk in one day, there are "a lot of killed"

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Reparations Are a Financial Quandary. For Democrats, They’re a Political One, Too.

Republicans have criticized recent estimates of what Black Americans are owed in reparations. But for Democrats, they pose deeper problems for a party eager to retain the allegiance of Black voters.

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Viva Las Vegas? A History of Oakland Athletics Stadium Moves

From faking a rainout at a World Series game to a possum in a television booth, the Athletics have rarely been happy at home. Will Las Vegas be the answer?

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Berlin Police Investigate Roger Waters Over Nazi-Style Uniform

Mr. Waters, a founder of Pink Floyd, who has long been critical of Israel, has worn similar clothing in the past when playing songs from Pink Floyd’s album “The Wall.”

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Why Japan’s Private Lunar Lander Crashed on Moon

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Dortmund, Bayern Munich and the Chance of a Lifetime

A Dortmund victory on Saturday will end Bayern Munich’s streak of 10 straight titles. The prospect of a new champion should be a cause of celebration beyond a single city.

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India official empties dam to retrieve lost phone

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Navy SEALs training plagued by pervasive problems, according to investigation after death of sailor

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A Missouri nun's body seems intact 4 years after she was buried. Pilgrims are flocking to her remains and calling it a 'miracle.'

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Meta's layoffs leave some ex-employees feeling 'better about being done'

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How a Default Could Unfold

Here’s a look at what markets are expecting and planning for, and how a default might happen.

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The Fight to Define Extremism

Conversations with two lawmakers reveal how the parties regard, and exploit, the other side when it comes to questions of extremism.

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Model faces backlash for video of Filipino nanny returning home after 30 years of working for her family

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Supreme Court Rules That States Are Not Entitled to Windfalls in Tax Disputes

In a unanimous decision, the justices sided with a 94-year-old woman who got nothing when the state sold her condominium to recoup unpaid taxes.

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Exclusive-Slimmed-down U.S. debt ceiling deal takes shape -sources

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This Tenement Building’s History Involved a Gilded Age Con Artist

Documenting the history of an East Village tenement whose original owner preyed on immigrants during New York’s Gilded Age.

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Taipei restaurant introduces ramen dish topped with giant isopod

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Watch: Eight of Tina Turner's most legendary songs

A look back at some of the singer's hits after her death at the age of 83.

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Chinese Malware Hits Systems on Guam. Is Taiwan the Real Target?

The code, which Microsoft said was installed by a Chinese government hacking group, set off alarms because Guam would be a centerpiece of any U.S. military response to a move against Taiwan.

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Georgia GOP Chair Goes Full Flat-Earth, Says Globes Are Part of a Conspiracy

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What Has Trump Cost American Christianity?

The death of Tim Keller is a chance to ponder his faith’s Trump-era path.

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Bud Light sales continue to go flat

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Ron DeSantis to launch 2024 presidential bid on Twitter - reports

The 44-year-old Florida governor is expected to be Donald Trump's main Republican 2024 challenger.

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What the Colorado River Deal Means for California

The plan would “mean new reductions for California,” says the New York Times reporter Christopher Flavelle.

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Step-daughter of bestselling author and her three dogs killed by high and drunk Audi driver

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Cowboy wrangles runaway cow on Michigan interstate

State police were forced to seek out a cattleman's help to catch the bovine, which is now safe and has not been charged.

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Adolf Hitler house in Austria to be used for police human rights training

It is the latest twist in a long-running row over what to do with the building in Braunau am Inn.

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Carmelo Anthony Retires From NBA After 19 Seasons

Anthony, known as one of the top scorers in league history, had struggled in recent years and did not play the 2022-23 season.

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Deputy accused of neglect in Fla. shooting speaks

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Martin Amis: An appreciation

Our critic assesses the achievement of Martin Amis, Britain’s most famous literary son.

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Massive Nigeria refinery aims to end fuel shortages

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Dallas Attracts a Flock of Luxury Restaurants

The city’s booming economy is attracting a flock of luxury restaurants from other cities. Is that a good thing for local cuisine?

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On GPS: ‘There is no rule of law’ in Pakistan

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Essential Neil Gaiman and A.I. Book Freakout

Where to start with one of today’s most prolific and beloved fantasy writers, and the robot who wrote a murder mystery.

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Drone footage shows scale of Italy's flooded towns

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GOP Sen: Trump can’t win 2024 general election

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US debt ceiling: Joe Biden and Kevin McCarthy seek to break impasse

The president flies home from the G7 summit amid hopes of a deal with top Republican Kevin McCarthy.

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China Bans Some Chip Sales of Micron, the US Company

Many analysts see the move as retaliation for Washington’s efforts to cut off China’s access to high-end chips.

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British novelist Martin Amis dies aged 73

The influential author of Money and London Fields was one of the most celebrated writers of his generation.

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What to Know About Rising Seas

Around the world, tens of millions could lose their homes in the coming decades. Planning is the key to protecting them.

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There has been another shark attack in the Florida Keys. This one was different

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Expert Picks: Who Will Win the 2023 Preakness Stakes?

Joe Drape and Melissa Hoppert look at the contenders for the 148th Preakness Stakes.

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Popeyes shut down a store after teenage workers said they were asked to skip school and do late weeknight shifts

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In Flood-Stricken Area of Italy, Residents Fear This Won’t Be the Last of It

Flooding upended tens of thousands of lives this week in Emilia-Romagna, a region that has also experienced drought in recent years.

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Mr. Altman Goes to Washington, and Casey Goes on This American Life

OpenAI’s chief executive urged congress to pass legislation to regulate A.I.

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See the dramatic moment a falcon snatched a puffin out of the sky. ‘Absolutely nuts’

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Supreme Court Warhol Ruling Shouldn’t Hurt Artists. But It Might.

The Supreme Court decision over Andy Warhol’s use of Lynn Goldsmith’s Prince photograph was decided on the narrow grounds of a licensing issue. But it could still have a chilling effect.

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Reporter Slammed For 'Both Sides' Tweet On Man Who Carries AR-15 At School Bus Stop

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Fierce Competition and Lychee Martinis at an Underground Mahjong Club

For the Chinatown architectural firm Food New York, the fast-paced tile game offers a chance to find more seats at more tables for the city’s creative scene.

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YouTube Is About to Make a Big Change Viewers Are Going to Absolutely Despise

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Disney scraps $867m Florida plan amid Ron DeSantis feud

The company makes the decision amid an escalating legal battle with Florida Governor Ron DeSantis.

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Elizabeth Holmes Must Report to Prison on May 30

The Theranos founder, who was convicted last year of defrauding investors, lost her bid to remain free on bail while she appeals her conviction.

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GOP Congressman Manhandles Protester During Boebert Event

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Sam Zell, 81, Tycoon Whose Big Newspaper Venture Went Bust, Dies

With a fortune made in real estate, he went into the media business in a landmark leveraged buyout of the Tribune Company in 2007. Bankruptcy ensued.

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What Americans Don’t Understand About China

A lot gets lost in translation. The Chinese-born economist Keyu Jin wants to change that.

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There’s No Escape From Wildfire Smoke

Even distant fires can send dangerous, imperceptible pollution to your doorstep.

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Freshman Democrat Hits Republicans With 2 Painful Truths In House Hearing On Crime

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Pale Male, Famous Central Park Hawk, Is Dead at 32. Maybe.

Some believe that a sickly red-tailed hawk found in New York City was the same bird that stole the national spotlight in 2004. Others disagree.

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Harry, Meghan in 'near catastrophic' paparazzi chase

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Today’s Wordle Review: May 17, 2023

Our columnist reviews the day’s puzzle. Warning: Contains spoilers!

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Former U.S. Special Forces Soldier Is Killed in Ukraine

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Sam Altman: CEO of OpenAI calls for US to regulate artificial intelligence

Sam Altman says government regulation is "critical" to control the risks of artificial intelligence.

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Without Tucker Carlson, Far Right Loses a Foothold in the Mainstream

For years, Mr. Carlson used his Fox News show to bring right-wing ideas into Americans’ living rooms. Playing the same role in his next chapter will be much harder.

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Tank assault didn’t work for Putin. Zelensky’s armoured fist will hit much harder

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Former SVB CEO Tells Senate He Is ‘Truly Sorry’ for Collapse but Deflects Blame

Senators derided Gregory Becker at a hearing about the failure of his bank. “It sounds a lot like ‘my dog ate my homework’,” one said.

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How Biden Blew It on the Debt Ceiling

Doesn’t anyone here know how to play this game?

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Would You Buy Celebrity Trial Merchandise?

Modern legal spectacles are now must-see entertainment — and the inspiration for a growing (if not niche) type of merchandise.

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Is a clothing-optional resort in Key West discriminating against a woman? It’s up to judge

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Cargo from Nazi ship sunk by America during WWII is washing up on Texas beaches

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Staff Members Attacked With Bat at Congressman’s Virginia Office

Two people were hospitalized after the attack at the Fairfax office of Rep. Gerry Connolly, a Democrat, and someone was in custody, the police said.

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With barbed wire and warnings, migrants stopped at US-Mexico border

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ExxonMobil settles decades-old torture case with Indonesian villagers

The villagers allege torture, sexual assault and beatings by soldiers contracted by the oil company.

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Biden Expresses Optimism Over Debt Limit Deal, but an Agreement Remains Elusive

President Biden and congressional leaders will resume face-to-face talks on Tuesday to raise the debt limit and avoid default.

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How to Transition From Spring to Summer Fashion

The key? Don’t worry about following rules.

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12 Million People Are Under a Heat Advisory in the Pacific Northwest

Extreme weather on Saturday broke heat records in Oregon and Washington State as forecasts predicted temperatures to reach into the 90s on Sunday.

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Law school graduates turn their backs on Adams during commencement address

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Pulitzer Winners

Hua Hsu, author of the memoir “Stay True,” and Hernan Diaz, author of the novel “Trust,” discuss their books and their reactions to winning the Pulitzer Prize.

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El Salvador claims zero murders committed for a year after gang crackdown

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Brief Rocket Fire Disrupts Gaza Cease-Fire. How Long Can the Truce Last?

Another violent escalation in Gaza ended in another cease-fire. But it did not completely halt the rocket fire and the region’s instability means the next conflagration is never far away.

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In Howard Address, Biden Warns of ‘Sinister Forces’ Trying to Reverse Racial Progress

The president’s commencement address at Howard University, a historically Black institution, came as Democratic strategists have expressed concerns about muted enthusiasm for Mr. Biden among Black voters.

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Chinese teacher quits job after earning 10 years’ worth of salary from 1 livestream

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Sudan crisis: Sudanese singer Shaden Gardood killed in crossfire

Shaden Gardood, 37, died one day after Sudan's warring parties signed a deal to protect civilians.

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Canada’s ‘Most Photographed House’ May Meet the Wrecking Ball

Municipal orders to tear down or fix the dilapidated 19th-century Ontario farmhouse have devastated photographers who see in it the faded grandeur of a bygone era.

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What Gustavo Dudamel’s Recordings Reveal About His Conducting

The discography of the New York Philharmonic’s future music director suggests that he is an often agreeable maestro with a lot of work still to do.

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Walt Disney Adds DeSantis and Florida to a Shameful List

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17-year-old Honduran migrant dies in US custody

The Honduran foreign affairs office said Ángel Eduardo Maradiaga Espinoza died at a Florida facility

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Two Schools of Polling Are Converging: Reflecting on a Tumultuous Decade

Should polling change or stay the same? It doesn’t seem a hard call.

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Concerned about exodus from Russia, Putin orders country to be made "attractive"

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Hodding Carter III, Crusading Editor and Jimmy Carter Aide, Dies at 88

As a journalist in Mississippi, he championed civil rights. He later became the face of the U.S. government during the Iranian hostage crisis.

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Ukraine's Storm Shadow Missiles Are A Big Problem For Russia

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Shireen Abu Aqla: Al Jazeera reporter's family still hope for justice

A year after Shireen Abu Aqla was killed by Israeli troops, her brother says they have been denied justice.

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What to Know About Prince Harry’s Lawsuits Against the British Tabloids

Harry, the Duke of Sussex, has three ongoing lawsuits against newspapers. One of the cases went to trial this week and involves accusations of phone hacking.

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'Yes, She Was Switched': Jurors Hear Bizarre Text Messages Lori Vallow Allegedly Sent about Her Kids as Trial Nears End

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3 Asparagus Recipes to Cook This Season

Put those gorgeous stalks to work in a creamy pasta, a filling grain bowl and a bright, beautiful soup from Melissa Clark.

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Trump says CNN town hall appearance could turn into 'disaster for all'

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Mayor Adams Says Jordan Neely’s ‘Life Mattered’ in Speech

Mayor Eric Adams, whose response to Jordan Neely’s death has angered other city leaders, said the killing “never should have happened” but that “we have no control” over the legal process.

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I Just Learned About "Superfund Sites," Which Is Basically The Thing Of Nightmares And Should Probably Concern Every Single One Of You

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Steve Rosenberg plays 10 Eurovision hits in two minutes

The BBC's Russia Editor takes a brief break from the day job to indulge his musical passion.

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Graduates Are Now Paying Graphic Designers to Decorate Their Caps

Decorating mortarboards has long been a tradition. Graduates who would rather outsource the task can now hire designers to do it.

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Republican who called drag shows a threat to kids quits after sex with intern

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Joe Kapp, Quarterback Who Led Vikings to Super Bowl IV, Dies at 85

He found his way to the N.F.L. after playing eight seasons in Canadian football and was remembered for his toughness, playing through injury after injury.

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Lukashenko unable to walk 300 meters, skips breakfast with Putin in Moscow

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On board the Eurovision superfan train to Liverpool

The 11:43 train from Euston to Liverpool became the Eurovision Express as fans travelled up for the contest.

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This Trinidadian Saltfish Recipe Unites Three Generations of Mothers

For one family, buljol carries many lessons from the past.

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‘He used people’: Jeffrey Epstein scandal rolls on as new names emerge

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Three children among victims of Allen mall shooting in Texas

More details are emerging about the victims of Saturday's deadly shooting at an outdoor mall in Allen.

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Today’s Wordle Review: May 8, 2023

Our columnist reviews the day’s puzzle. Warning: Contains spoilers!

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Twitter Memed Katy Perry Being Super Lost At The Coronation — And Some Are NSFW

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Book Review: ‘The Making of Another Modern Motion Picture Masterpiece,’ by Tom Hanks

Whimsically chronicling the creation of a Marvel-style movie, “The Making of Another Major Motion Picture Masterpiece” sags under a deluge of detail.

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Texas mall shooting: Suspect identified by US media as 33-year-old man

US media outlets name the suspect in the shooting of eight people as 33-year-old Mauricio Garcia.

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Seven dead in Texas after car drives into crowd outside migrant center

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Sudan fighting: Student engineer electrocuted fixing power in Darfur clinic

He was among volunteers who had reopened a medical facility that had shut amid clashes and looting.

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Oyakodon Is Bliss in a Bowl

Also soothing and satisfying: crisp gnocchi with sausage and peas, soy sauce noodles with cabbage and fried eggs.

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At Least 7 Killed After Driver Plows Car Into Group in Texas

The driver of a Range Rover barreled into a crowd of migrants in Brownsville, Texas, an official said. It was unclear if the crash had been accidental or deliberate.

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Disappointing photos show the reality of what London was like during King Charles' coronation

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8 so-called fake electors took immunity deals in Georgia probe. What does that mean for Trump?

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Serbia mass shootings: Country reels in the wake of deadly attacks

Questions about the country's gun laws are being asked following two separate attacks this week.

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Nature Lawyers Up

A growing number of countries and courts say the environment should be endowed with legal rights.

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Charles III Was Crowned King. But Can He Ever Be the Star?

On Saturday, Charles finally became the focal figure of the long-running royal TV drama — if only for a day.

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Manipur violence: Dozens dead as ethic clashes grip Indian state

At least 30 people are reported to have been killed in violence over job and opportunity quotas.

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Asked to Delete References to Racism From Her Book, an Author Refused

The case, involving Scholastic, led to an outcry among authors and became an example of how the culture wars behind a surge in book banning in schools has reached publishers.

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The Trees That Survived Hiroshima

The ginkgo — a species native to China with fan-shaped leaves that turn a vibrant gold in the fall — is one of the oldest and most resilient trees on Earth.

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After Jan. 6 Sedition Convictions, Far-Right Threats Remain

The Justice Department has been successful in holding leaders of the Proud Boys and Oath Keepers to account, but threats from other groups and radicalized individuals are on the rise.

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'Please stop': TikToker frightened after being harassed with AI-generated nudes of herself

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US FDA recalls over 500,0000 Covid tests over bacteria risk

The FDA said the liquid solution in some Pilot COVID-19 At-Home Tests may pose safety concerns.

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Sudan fighting: Bittersweet ending for one family fleeing conflict

After a tortuous wait, Azza is heading to the UK with her children, but without her husband.

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Mo Willems Finds Yet Another Way to Entertain Kids: Opera

The beloved author of children’s books is experimenting with new forms, alongside starry collaborators, at the Kennedy Center.

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Covid Remained a Leading Cause of Death Among Americans in 2022

Most of the deaths occurred during the early months of the year and mostly among older adults, according to new federal data.

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Kremlin Says Putin Survived Overnight Assassination Attempt

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Today’s Wordle Review: May 4, 2023

Our columnist reviews the day’s puzzle. Warning: Contains spoilers!

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Florida dentist arrested after allegedly beating doctor with club at golf course

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Four Proud Boys guilty of seditious conspiracy over US Capitol riot

The trial, beset by delays and objections, was one of the highest profile yet against Capitol rioters.

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The Met Walks a Fine Line on Karl Lagerfeld: Judge the Clothes, Not the Man.

“The Line of Beauty” focuses on dualities in the dazzling work of the legendary designer, but it is coy about the controversies.

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Brazil’s Police Raid Bolsonaro Home in Fake Vaccine Cards Case

The authorities arrested a close aide of former President Jair Bolsonaro on charges that he forged vaccine records, possibly to help Mr. Bolsonaro enter the United States.

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A woman hired a private investigator after waiting months for a tiny home she'd paid $46,000 for but never received

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Ukraine war: How old tech is helping Ukraine avoid detection

Ukrainian troops preparing for a major offensive use a wind-up phone to stop the enemy listening in.

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The Population of California Declined, Again

In 2022, the state’s population dropped by roughly 138,400 people, to 38.94 million.

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Outside Hollywood Studios, Writers Make Their Case

Those in picket lines at the headquarters of companies like Netflix were critical of working conditions that have become routine in the streaming era.

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Kenyan pastor to face terrorism charges over cult massacre

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Ideas, and Coffee, Robust Enough for the Climate Crisis

On a recent reporting trip, your Climate Forward host met small farmers adapting to climate hazards in all kinds of creative ways.

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53 Hilarious Things That People Posted On The Internet This Month That I Couldn't Stop Laughing At

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Belgian Bullet hopes to trigger snooker explosion back home

Will continental Europe's first world snooker champion inspire younger generations to take up the sport?

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Filmmaker Joel Coen Puts His Spin on the Photos of Lee Friedlander

Working in his California home 3,000 miles away during Covid, the director struck a sympathetic chord with the venerated photographer. A book and two gallery shows resulted.

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See Alabama man attack teens at Florida gas station in road rage incident

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Stud Country, a Queer Line Dancing and Two-Step Class, Makes a Return to New York

Stud Country, a queer line dancing and two-step class from Los Angeles, made a rollicking return to New York on a recent Monday.

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Whole Foods workers at shuttered San Francisco store witnessed knife attacks, a deadly fentanyl overdose, customers trying to defecate on the floor, and other chaos, report says

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Ron DeSantis-aligned oversight board votes to countersue Disney

This latest move is part of an escalating dispute between Disney and Florida's Republican governor.

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Gov. Jay Inslee of Washington, Climate Champion, Won’t Seek Re-Election

Mr. Inslee, 72, a former presidential candidate and a leading Democratic proponent of policies to slow climate change, said he would not seek a fourth term.

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