Putin Declares ‘Everything Will Be Fine’ Despite Russia’s Growing Challenges

Speaking on the 25th anniversary of his rule, President Vladimir V. Putin delivered an upbeat and vague New Year’s Eve message that did not address casualties in Ukraine or rising inflation at home.

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Aaron Brown, CNN Anchor During the Sept. 11 Attacks, Dies at 76

He was still in training when he was rushed into live coverage of the collapse of the World Trade Center, and his broadcast became one of the enduring records of the day.

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Jimmy Carter Carved a New Mold for Ex-Presidents

Jimmy Carter redefined what a president can do after departing the White House, leaving a lasting imprint through his work overseas, particularly in the realm of public health.

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10 Tips to Help You Eat Healthier in 2025

Throughout the past year, we reviewed seed oils, ultraprocessed foods, Bruce Springsteen’s diet and more. Here’s what we learned.

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24, and Trying to Outrun Schizophrenia

Early intervention tries to rein in psychotic disorders before they can ruin young lives. For Kevin Lopez, everything is on the line.

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Syria’s Top Rebel Offers Hint of Timetable for Potetial Elections

Ahmed al-Shara, who led the rebel offensive that toppled Bashar al-Assad, offered little clarity on what the electoral process might look like.

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Jimmy Carter’s Life Was One Big Trust Exercise

What the 39th president did before he got to the White House is as interesting as what came after.

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How TSMC’s Arizona Chip Plant Seeded a Tiny Taipei in the Desert

Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company, a global tech giant, brought thousands of workers from Asia to the Phoenix suburbs for jobs at a plant that the Biden administration helped fund.

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Amid Anti-Western Drift, Georgia Inaugurates a Conservative President

Even though a figurehead, Mikheil Kavelashvili occupies a symbolic role as the country moves further from the West and toward Russia and China.

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Interior Dept. Is Caught Between Tribes in Casino Battles

The Biden administration’s consideration of three proposed tribal casinos in California and Oregon has touched off a fierce debate about tribal sovereignty and land rights.

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Canadian Ministers to Meet Trump Aides at Mar-a-Lago to Discuss Border, and Tariffs

President-elect Donald J. Trump has threatened to impose tariffs on Canadian exports unless the country stops the flow of migrants and fentanyl to the U.S.

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Video Shows Prison Officers’ Fatal Assault of Inmate in ‘Shocking’ Detail

Robert Brooks died after a savage attack at a New York prison this month that was captured by several officers’ body-worn cameras.

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In Trump’s Mind, Greenland Is Just Real Estate

But that doesn’t mean he can buy it.

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As Roy Cooper’s Term Ends in North Carolina, He’s Cagey About His Future

In an interview, Roy Cooper spoke about his legacy, how to appeal to Republicans and Democratic speculation that he might run for Senate or for president.

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Biden and Aides Courted Allies Who Undermined U.S. Goals

The Biden administration has been caught by surprise when partners like South Korea and Israel have acted against U.S. interests and principles.

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Human Thought Is Far Slower Than Your Internet Connection

A new study is “a bit of a counterweight to the endless hyperbole about how incredibly complex and powerful the human brain is,” one researcher said.

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NYC Subway Fire: What We Know About the Fatal Burning of a Woman

The woman, who has not been identified, died after a man set her on fire on an F train on Sunday morning. The police have charged a man from Guatemala with murder and arson.

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New Mexico’s Governor Was A Liberal Hero. Then She Got Blunt about Crime.

Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham has clashed with her own party over how to tackle the nexus of addiction, mental illness and violence in New Mexico.

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A Billionaire Gave $1,000 to UMass Dartmouth Graduates. Some Missed Out.

A billionaire gave $1,000 to University of Massachusetts Dartmouth graduates in May. You had to be there.

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History Shows Big Changes in ‘Big Government’ Are Hard to Achieve

Past efforts to shrink the federal bureaucracy, including basic things like selling off unused government buildings, have come up short. Republicans are set to try again.

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What Hun Manet Is Like as Cambodia’s New Leader

Hun Manet, who took over as prime minister last year, has followed in the steps of his father, who ran Cambodia for nearly 40 years.

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A Pro-Trump Group’s Risky Bet on Infrequent Voters Seems to Have Paid Off

Turning Point Action devoted much of its attention to less reliable voters. New data in Arizona showing a sizable Republican edge among them suggests that the strategy succeeded.

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When André 3000 Spoke to (Then Performed for) The New York Times

The rapper-turned-flutist improvised in the middle of The Times’ office following a wide-ranging conversation on Popcast.

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On Chrismukkah, What’s an Interfaith Family to Do?

The two holidays will converge for the first time since 2005. For some, celebrating both means “the best blend of the two.”

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The Making and Remaking of ‘Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas’

Eighty years after its release, the sentimental holiday standard continues to enchant listeners and inspire the musicians who take it on.

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Letter Calling for Tracking People of Color Circulates in an Oregon County

The letter, distributed in Lincoln County, Ore., tells community members to report people who may be undocumented, the sheriff’s office said.

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Woman Dies After Being Set on Fire in Subway Car, Police Say

The police said “criminality is suspected” in the death, which they said appeared to be a homicide. It happened aboard a subway car at the Coney Island-Stillwell Avenue station on Sunday morning.

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On the Prowl for the Perfect Wave, and a Chance to Proselytize

Christian Surfers, a group of missionaries who surf, have expanded to a remote part of Costa Rica, where people come from afar looking for the “perfect wave.” And maybe a little Jesus?

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Homeless Woman Going Into Labor Is Cited for Camping Violation

Body-camera footage shows an officer from the Louisville Metro Police Department in Kentucky detain the woman, who gave birth later that day.

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Germany Bulked Up Christmas Market Security. An Attack Still Happened.

The latest deadly assault on a beloved German tradition illustrates the challenge of holiday safety.

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Pope Uses Christmas Message to Chide Advisers About Gossiping

Francis urged the Vatican inner circle to bless more and talk less badly of others. It wasn’t the first time he had used the occasion to scold them.

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Virginia Student Accused of Plot to Attack Israeli Consulate in New York

A freshman at George Mason University, who is a citizen of Egypt, was arrested on Tuesday after being accused of planning an attack.

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Musk Expresses Support for Far-Right Party in Germany’s Election

It was not the first online intervention by Elon Musk, the entrepreneur and adviser to Donald Trump, on behalf of once-fringe anti-immigrant parties in Europe.

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Volkswagen Reaches Labor Deal, Avoiding Germany Plant Closures

The automaker agreed to keep all 10 of its factories in Germany open and to guarantee workers’ jobs until the end of 2030.

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How to Watch the Ursids Meteor Shower as It Peaks During the Winter Solstice

The astronomical event, which overlaps with the Winter Solstice, is often overlooked because of the winter chill.

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Hidden ‘Junk’ Fees Must Be Disclosed, F.T.C. Rule Says

Hotels, short-term rentals and event ticket-sellers must advertise the full price of their offerings under the rule, which is supposed to go into effect in the coming year. Here’s what to know.

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Drug Charges Against Sean Combs Associate Are Dropped in Florida

The charges against Brendan Paul, a former Syracuse University basketball player who was arrested amid raids on Mr. Combs’s homes, were dropped after he completed a diversion program.

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Jeff Bezos’ Blue Origin Ramps Up Competition with Elon Musk and SpaceX

A new rocket from Mr. Bezos’ company Blue Origin and a satellite system from Amazon could heat up competition with SpaceX, owned by Mr. Musk.

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Ex-Bangladeshi Leader Orchestrated Mass Disappearances, Inquiry Finds

Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina and top officials are implicated in a centralized program that abducted dissidents and held them in secret prisons, an official commission’s preliminary report said.

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Protests Have Paralyzed Bolivia for Months. Here’s Why.

Protests in Bolivia triggered by a feud between the president and a political rival have caused turmoil. One fallout: fuel shortages that have left drivers lining up for gas for days.

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Ingrid Lewis-Martin, Top Adviser to Mayor Adams, Resigns

The departure of Ms. Lewis-Martin, whose phone was seized by investigators in September, is the latest in a string of resignations among the mayor’s inner circle.

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Tropical Cyclone Chido Pummels French Territory Mayotte

The prefect of Mayotte said the death toll could climb. The storm, the equivalent of a Category 3, made landfall in Mozambique on Sunday.

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Where It Isn’t Christmas Until the City Shoots Lasers at 20,000 Crows

In Rochester, N.Y., every year in early December thousands of crows descend on the city, which tries to shoo them away with loud noises and bright lights.

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I’m on a List of Trump’s Enemies. I Don’t Want a Pardon.

We should show that we trust the fairness of the justice system.

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A Local’s Guide to Celebrating the Holidays in New York

Facing crushing throngs and high prices can be as off-putting as a rock-hard bagel. Here’s how New Yorkers enjoy their hometown’s seasonal traditions without much challenge to their patience or pocketbook.

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2025 Housing Market Predictions: Can the U.S. Climb Out of ‘Unprecedented’ Crisis?

The 2024 housing market was the slowest in decades. Next year’s might not be much better. It may come down to how many new homes can be built.

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FIFA Bends Own Rules to Give Saudi Arabia 2034 World Cup

Critics objected to the bidding process, and human rights groups raised concerns about workplace safety for the migrants who will build the stadiums needed to host the event.

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With Quick Vote and Little Fanfare, Saudi Arabia on Track to Get the 2034 World Cup

Critics have objected to the bidding process, and human rights groups have raised concerns about workplace safety for the migrants who will build the stadiums needed to host the event.

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Maps: Tracking the Franklin Fire in Malibu, Calif.

See maps and details about the Franklin fire near Los Angeles.

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What Syria Needs in Order to Rebuild

U.S. sanctions policy in the country must change.

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Records Seized by Israel Show Hamas Presence in U.N. Schools

While Israel asserts that the United Nations has tried to minimize the problem, the global organization says Israeli officials are waging an unfair campaign to discredit it.

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Syrians Also Have Israel to Thank for Their Liberation

Israel’s actions diminished Assad’s ability to resist the rebels.

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What Walter Mosley’s Fictional Hero Teaches Us About Race and Real Estate

Walter Mosley talks about how his fictional hero frees himself from wage labor through America’s favorite side hustle: landlording.

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The Rage and Glee That Followed a C.E.O.’s Killing Should Ring All Alarms

It echoes another era of extreme inequality and extreme violence.

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A Coach Complained About a Dangerous Intersection. Then He Was Killed There.

A high school football coach was fatally struck by a driver in the Bronx. He was one of three pedestrians killed in traffic over the weekend.

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Georgia Tumbles Deeper Into Crisis as Opposition Leader is Detained

In a sign of a widening crackdown, security agents have searched the offices and homes of prominent activists and opposition leaders who fear the country is turning closer to Russia.

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How Private Funds Could Hurt Americans Under Trump

The fund managers who backed Donald Trump’s candidacy have welcomed his victory with calls for new directions in policy.

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Supreme Court Hears Case on Flavored Vapes Popular With Teenagers

The question for the justices was whether the Food and Drug Administration had acted lawfully in rejecting applications from makers of flavored liquids used in e-cigarettes.

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Best TV Shows of 2024

“English Teacher,” “My Brilliant Friend,” “Shogun,” “Babylon Berlin” and “Somebody Somewhere” were among the series that stood out in a year when television felt more mid than ever.

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Ireland’s Main Parties Edge Out Sinn Féin, Early Election Results Show

At one level, the vote was an endorsement of continuity, but the stability in Ireland’s political center ground masked volatility on the fringes.

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Cucumbers Are Recalled After Salmonella Sickens People in 19 States

At least 68 people have fallen ill in the outbreak believed to be linked to cucumbers sold in the United States and Canada, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said.

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A. Cornelius Baker, Champion of H.I.V. Testing, Dies at 63

Working inside the government and out, he lobbied to improve the lives of people with H.I.V. and AIDS, particularly those who belonged to minority groups.

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Great Lakes Storm Dumps 2 Feet of Snow on Northeast and Midwest, With More to Come

The lake-effect storm disrupted holiday plans and travel across the region. National Guard troops were dispatched in New York and Pennsylvania.

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Death of Cyclist in Paris Lays Bare Divide in Mayor’s War Against Cars

Paul Varry was run over on a city street in what prosecutors suspect was a deliberate act of road rage, as bikers and drivers choose sides.

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Puccini Died 100 Years Ago. So Did the Great Opera Tradition.

A century after his death, the composer of “La Bohème,” “Tosca” and “Madama Butterfly” still dominates the repertoire like no one since.

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Give Barbara Taylor Bradford, the Queen of Romance Novels, Her Due

Barbara Taylor Bradford was a profound part of her readers’ lives.

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Trump’s Pick to Lead the N.I.H. Gets Some Things Right

The course of Bhattacharya’s tenure will depend on whether he can listen to his critics.

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Donate This Holiday Season: Long Covid Research Need Your Help

A group of long Covid patients is financing research and making progress.

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Donald Trump’s Luck with the Economy May Be Turning

Large, negative movements in the finances of the young and the working class are going to make his second term much tougher sledding than his first.

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‘GNX’ Review: Kendrick Lamar Heads Back to His Comfort Zone on Surprise Album

After a war of words with Drake that yielded one of the biggest hits of Lamar’s career, the Los Angeles rapper is eager to shift back on his sixth album.

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At Bible Study for the Homeless, a Search for Meaning

Religion is often overlooked as a factor in the lives of the needy, but those who gather at a center in Virginia say it helps sustain them.

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The Lyrics to “+57” Causes Backlash in Colombia, a Reggaeton Hot Spot

A recent song’s explicit lyrics have prompted criticism that the music promotes harmful stereotypes about Colombia.

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Chuck Woolery, Host of ‘Love Connection,’ Dies at 83

After a career that included stints on “Wheel of Fortune” and other popular game shows, he took a combative turn as a right-wing podcast host.

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Blue Man Group to End New York Run After Three Decades Off Broadway

The troupe is also closing its Chicago company, but continues to perform in Berlin, Boston, Las Vegas and, soon, Orlando.

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Fin Whale Carcass Washes Ashore in Anchorage, Alaska

Crowds in Anchorage have braved freezing temperatures and slippery ice to see the hulking carcass of a rare fin whale, which washed ashore a few miles from downtown.

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Morgan Wallen Wins CMA’s Entertainer of the Year Award

The singer, who is among the most popular artists in music, won country’s top prize in absentia, three years after being rebuked by the genre’s gatekeepers.

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Robert Lighthizer Is One Person Trump Needs in His Administration

Robert Lighthizer has championed plans to revive American industry and transform the global economy.

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Blue Bracelets, MAGA Hats and “92% Club” Shirts: How Americans Are Flaunting Their Voting Choices

In the aftermath of the presidential election, voters are reaching for merchandise and political symbols either to celebrate the results or to make clear their opposition.

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What the Spirit Airlines Bankruptcy Could Mean for Travelers

Flights will still take off and travelers can keep booking tickets, the low-cost carrier said, as the company enters Chapter 11 bankruptcy.

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Installing E.V. Chargers is Finally Paying Off for Retailers

Companies see charging as a potentially profitable business in and of itself, not just as a spur for foot traffic and sales.

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Election Reveals Right-Wing Shift of Social Media Platforms

If the election underscored anything about the internet, it was the ascendancy of social platforms for the right. That puts Democrats at a disadvantage.

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Haiti Has Big Problems and Few Solutions

A search for a solution to the crisis in Haiti is growing more urgent as gangs gain territory and thousands more flee their homes.

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The New Chip Shot in the N.F.L.: 50-Yard Field Goals

Kickers are better than ever, but the record pace of long attempts this season has been remarkable.

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Despite Lowering Toll to $9, Hochul May Find a Higher Political Cost

Gov. Kathy Hochul’s move to revive congestion pricing in New York has energized her Republican opponents, giving them fodder to fight her re-election in 2026.

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Ex-Officer Took Nude Images From Women’s Phones in Traffic Stops, U.S. Says

In an unrelated case also in Missouri, a former state trooper was charged with searching the phones of female drivers to acquire explicit images.

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Are A.I. Clones the Future of Dating? I Tried Them for Myself.

A New York Times reporter tested a handful of chatbots to see if they could help improve his dating life. The results were decidedly mixed.

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Prosecutors Accuse Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs of Trying to Contact Witnesses From Jail

The government said the music mogul had been attempting to obstruct federal prosecutors by instructing others to make three-way calls and securing help from other inmates.

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Leonids Meteor Shower: When and How to Watch Its Peak

The event produces some of the year’s fastest meteors, although the nearly full moon may make them challenging to spot.

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Texas Supreme Court Paves Way for Execution in ‘Shaken Baby’ Case

Texas lawmakers exceeded their power when they intervened last month to stop the execution of Robert Roberson by summoning him to testify, the court found.

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NYC’s New Trash Bin Rules Take Effect: What to Know

The rules herald the end of the city’s peculiar, decades-old tradition of letting residents place their bulging garbage bags directly on the sidewalk.

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Notre-Dame Cathedral Is Ready to Reopen in December

Millions of visitors are expected at the cathedral after it reopens in December for the first time since the devastating 2019 fire.

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A Former Harrods Employee Accuses Al-Fayed of Trafficking and Says His Brother Knew

In a U.S. court filing, a former employee says she was trafficked, raped and abused when Mohamed al-Fayed owned Harrods, and that his brother Ali may have evidence of the abuse.

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Germany Will Hold Snap Election in February

After the collapse of Chancellor Olaf Scholz’s governing coalition, the balloting will be held on Feb. 23, about seven months before it had been scheduled.

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Lou Donaldson, Soulful Master of the Alto Saxophone, Dies at 98

A player of impeccable technique and a mainstay of the Blue Note label, he recorded constantly as both a leader and a sideman beginning in 1952.

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Stephen Miller Expected to Be Named a Trump Deputy Chief of Staff

The adviser and speechwriter, who has been with President-elect Donald J. Trump since his first term in 2016, is anticipated to have a vast portfolio and influence.

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For Older Unmarried Couples, Caregiving Obligations Can Be Murky

What should be expected of an intimate partner when a companion suffers a health crisis? Seniors and their families increasingly confront the question.

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FEMA Fires Employee for Telling Hurricane Milton Relief Workers to Skip Houses With Trump Signs

The agency said it was investigating the incident in the aftermath of the Category 3 hurricane that hit Florida in October.

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Struggling With Debt? Bankruptcy Can Provide a Second Chance.

Many people who should consider filing for bankruptcy avoid doing so out of shame or fear it could ruin their credit. But it can provide much-needed relief.

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Church in Egyptian Desert Reveals Early Christian Burial Practices

A basilica from the 4th century held a surprising number of tombs with women and children, researchers found.

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With DNA, Pompeii Narratives Take a Twist

In 79 A.D., a volcanic eruption engulfed a town’s residents. They weren’t all who scientists thought, newly extracted genetic material suggests.

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Warren Washington, Groundbreaking Climate Scientist, Dies at 88

He invented a computer model that made it possible to measure human-induced climate change. He also helped break a color barrier in science.

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A rare bee species reportedly put an end to Meta's plans for a nuclear-powered AI data center

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How can Jupiter have no surface? A dive into a planet so big, it could swallow 1,000 Earths

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Can Nashville Persuade Voters That a Sales Tax Increase Is Worth the Price?

Desperate to compete with other growing cities, Nashville’s leaders are trying once again to convince voters that a sales tax increase is worth the price.

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Parents demand accountability after fight at Cesar Chavez High School leaves child with concussion

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Tired? Here’s How to Know if You’re Sleep Deprived.

The time change can leave you yawning the next day. But for many Americans, sleep deprivation is a year-round problem.

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Sun Blasts Strong M9.8-Class Flare CME Earth-Directed

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SC restaurant said HOA forced it to shut down. The neighbors have a different story

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Israel Strikes Near Beirut as Diplomatic Push Shows No Sign of Success

The Biden administration sent envoys including the C.I.A. director to the Middle East this week, but Israel, Hezbollah and Hamas all appeared far from a deal to end the fighting.

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Sugar Rationing Lowered Diabetes and Hypertension in British Children

British data shows that children conceived and born during a period of sugar rationing were less likely to develop diabetes or high blood pressure later in life.

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Steve Mariotti, Whose Trauma Led Him to Help Youths at Risk, Dies at 71

After he was mugged, he took a therapist’s advice to work with “difficult students at a difficult school.” They ignored him until the lessons turned to business.

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At a Glitzy Saudi Investment Forum, Almost No Mention of War

Saudi Arabia and its Gulf neighbors are seeking to reassure foreign investors that it’s still safe to do business amid the turmoil around the Mideast.

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The Polls Show a Dead Heat, but They Don’t All Tell the Same Story

Either way, it’s too close to make a prediction.

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Parts of Spain Get a Month’s Worth of Rain in a Day

The deluge flooded streets, breached rivers and destroyed crops along the Mediterranean coast. There could be more rain still to come.

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TSMC Chips Ended Up in Devices Made by China’s Huawei Despite U.S. Controls

The U.S. government has tried to keep Chinese companies from obtaining certain advanced technologies, but concerns have been growing that some products may have been routed to Huawei.

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Ford earnings: This is the elephant in the room for automaker

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Why I’m Voting

Editorial members reflect on their personal stakes in the 2024 election

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17 Signs From The Past Week That Made Me Laugh So Hard, I Blacked Out For A Second And Saw The Other Side

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The Rise of Kamala Harris Is Atypical and Distinctly American

The rise of Kamala Harris, the tenacious child of high-achieving immigrants, is atypical. But her story is also distinctly American.

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Meet the New Home Kitchen Business

Starting in November, licensed home kitchens in Los Angeles County will be able to sell dine-in and to-go meals, as a 5-year-old state law expands.

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How ‘McNeal,’ a Play About A.I., Lured Robert Downey Jr. to Broadway

In “McNeal,” the playwright Ayad Akhtar explores the way artificial intelligence is disrupting the literary world and raising questions about creativity.

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The New York Times Editorial Board Endorses Kamala Harris for President

Kamala Harris has demonstrated care, competence and respect for the Constitution — the fundamental qualities necessary for high office.

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Penny Hires

The courtroom presence of Jo-Ellan Dimitrius illustrates the pressure on the 12 people who will decide if Daniel Penny is guilty of manslaughter for choking a man on a New York subway train.

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E. Coli Outbreak Widens to 75 Cases Linked to McDonald’s

Health officials say that recalls of onions — the suspected source of the contamination — would help lessen the risk to consumers. Other major fast-food chains have also stopped offering onions.

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Grizzly Bear 399 Is Killed by Driver in Wyoming

She lived to 28, roaming the Yellowstone area with her many offspring while becoming a favorite among both residents and visitors.

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Springfield woman uses tracker to find stolen election signs

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Julia Hawkins, Centenarian Sprinter, Dies at 108

She took up running after her 100th birthday at the encouragement of her children, and went on to set two world records in the 100-meter dash.

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New Stroke Recommendations Call Out Risks Unique to Women

In a first, the guidelines link poor pregnancy outcomes to stroke and call on doctors to exercise greater vigilance.

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Meet David Hoffmann, the Florida Billionaire Buying Up Print Newspapers

David Hoffmann has already bought 5 percent of one of America’s largest newspaper companies. Now, he wants to control the whole thing.

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Caffeine in Your Blood May Affect Body Fat And Diabetes Risk, Study Reveals

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How to Watch the New York Mets, Liberty and Jets Games Tonight

The Mets and the Liberty will each look to secure a crucial championship win, while the Jets will bring together two stars in an effort to reverse a losing streak.

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Video: Man Fights Off Three Carjackers

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Toni Vaz, Stuntwoman and Founder of N.A.A.C.P. Image Awards, Dies at 101

She created a program to honor Black artistic success in the 1960s. But she spent decades trying to get its organizers to recognize her role.

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N.Y. Judge Reverses Quintuple Life Sentence and Frees Walter Johnson

Judge Frederic Block said his ideas about punishment had evolved since he sentenced Walter Johnson to five life terms in 1997. At age 90, he decided to take action.

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Mitzi Gaynor, Leading Lady of Movie Musicals, Is Dead at 93

She was best known for starring in the 1958 screen version of “South Pacific.” But her Hollywood career was brief, and she soon shifted her focus to Las Vegas and TV.

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Kremlin, commenting on Zelenskiy's 'victory plan,' says Ukraine needs to 'sober up'

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Substitute Teacher Reenacted George Floyd Murder at Minnesota High School

Students said the teacher, who claimed to be a police officer, also said “police brutality isn’t real.”

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Could Weight-Loss Drugs Help Get People Back to Work? The U.K. Wants to Find Out.

The British government announced a multimillion dollar pharmaceutical partnership with Eli Lilly, including a trial that will study the impact of a weight-loss drug on work and productivity.

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Pensioner ‘attacked at bus stop after letting women and children board first’

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'Totally illegal': Trump escalates rhetoric on outlawing political dissent and criticism

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Fisher-Price Recalls ‘Snuga Swings’ Linked to Five Infant Deaths

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission announced the recall, which one of its commissioners said was “doomed to fail.”

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Update: One of Lexington’s oldest restaurants reopens after health department closure

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Alex Salmond, Scotland’s Former First Minister, Dies at 69

Mr. Salmond had led the Scottish National Party twice, guiding it from a fringe political group into a powerful electoral force in Britain.

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Defense wants to link Kentucky judge’s shooting to sheriff’s daughter | Banfield

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A Wrestling Match Over Control of the Chrysler Building in Manhattan

Legal maneuvers and an empire in tatters leave the ownership of the once grand Manhattan skyscraper up in the air.

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Residents of a Mobile Home Park Join Forces to Buy Their Community

The residents are the first in the state of Maine to successfully utilize a new law making it easier for them to compete with investors and gain ownership of the land their homes sit on.

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View Of Huge Galaxy Cluster Via James Webb And Hubble Telescopes

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TD Bank Pleads Guilty and Pays $3 Billion to Settle Money-Laundering Case

The penalty was the largest ever imposed by U.S. officials on a bank for violating anti-money laundering laws, and regulators imposed a cap on TD’s ability to accept new deposits.

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‘There’s nowhere to go.’ Floridians tell CNN why they’re not following evacuation orders

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Hurricane Milton’s path. How will the storm affect northern South Carolina & Myrtle Beach?

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Book Review: ‘War,’ by Bob Woodward

Bob Woodward doesn’t know which story he wants to tell in his latest presidential chronicle.

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India’s Elections Offer Mixed Results for Modi

Two closely watched elections, in Haryana and the turbulent Jammu and Kashmir, kept the surprises coming after this summer’s shocking national outcome.

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New owners rescue prominent SLO County winery from bankruptcy — and they’ve got local ties

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Georgia Supreme Court Restores State’s 6-Week Abortion Ban

The ban will resume while the court considers an appeal to a decision that had briefly allowed greater access to abortions in the state.

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2 Boys Charged in Assault on Former New York Gov. David Paterson and Stepson

The boys, 12 and 13, were charged with gang assault, according to the police. Two adults who were involved in the attack have not been caught, the police said.

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Check Your $2 Bills — They Could Be Worth a Ton

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2 Magnificent Stocks That Turned $20,000 Into $4.5 Million in 10 Years

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A Climate Fund Could Pay Billions to Protect Trees in Amazon and Beyond

Brazil is proposing a fund that would pay countries to protect tropical forests that are crucial to curbing climate change. It would generate returns, too.

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Our Housing Crisis Has Its Roots in the Financial Crisis

Well-meaning regulations and reforms intended to prevent another financial crisis has pushed millions of affordable homes out of the reach of everyday buyers and into the coffers of investors.

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60 Dead After Boat Capsizes in Nigeria

The boat was carrying about 300 people on the Niger River. Rescuers continued to search for survivors.

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What Happens Next in Hunter Biden’s Criminal Cases

The president’s son now confronts a daunting and uncertain process that could result in serious time behind bars when he is sentenced in his tax and gun cases in mid-December.

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JD Vance turned away from Pittsburgh sandwich shop

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California Will Allow Amsterdam-Like Cannabis Cafes

Marijuana businesses will be allowed to serve food and have live music performances as a way to attract more customers.

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Why AI will be an 'opportunity' and 'threat' for software sector

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Nepal Flooding and Landslides Kill at Least 170 People

The mountainous country is experiencing more extreme weather driven by climate change, including melting glaciers that add to the frequency and severity of flooding.

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Mayor Eric Adams issues order changing First Deputy Mayor succession

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Western North Carolina Reels From Helene: ‘This Is a Disaster’

Hundreds of roads were blocked across the region, and officials warned of more mudslides and damage to come.

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Google paid $2.7B to rehire AI genius who left after company refused to release his bot: report

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D.A. Employee Threatened to Blow Up Queens Migrant Shelter, Police Say

The employee, Derek Klever, told a witness that he was fed up with migrants partying at the shelter across from his apartment, according to court documents. “This is a war,” he said.

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Ford and GM tumble on reported China import crackdown

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CNN Plans to Launch Paywall In Early October

CNN will begin experimenting in October with a subscription model, in a major initiative from its chief executive, Mark Thompson.

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Winter outlook: What NYC can expect this season, according to NOAA, top almanacs

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Meta Unveils New Virtual Reality Headset and Other Products

At an event in Silicon Valley, Meta exhibited a range of products meant to blend the real world and virtual reality, with a healthy dose of A.I.

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U.K.’s Starmer Sprinkles Kamala Harris-style ‘Joy’ Into Conference Speech

After a somewhat bumpy start to his premiership, Keir Starmer tried to reclaim the narrative, acknowledging voters’ desire for hope and promising change was on the way.

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Can Math Help AI Chatbots Stop Making Stuff Up?

Chatbots like ChatGPT get stuff wrong. But researchers are building new A.I. systems that can verify their own math — and maybe more.

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Kim Jong Un on ‘rampage,’ punishing local officials over over floods

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In One Hezbollah-Dominated Neighborhood, a Mix of Defiance and Unease

Many residents of Dahiya were grappling with uncertainty over what comes next.

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KC-area city approves $120M bonds to build new outdoor concert venue on Missouri River

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Sean Combs and the Limits of the ‘Family Man’ Defense

Famous people have long tried to launder their images through their spouses and children.

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The Netherlands Returns Hundreds of Cultural Artifacts to Indonesia

The repatriation, the second of its kind by the Dutch, shows a working model for returning looted treasures from Europe to former colonies around the world.

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Man sentenced for scheme that cost Meijer $800K

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Stocks Rally a Day After Fed’s Big Interest Rate Cut

The S&P 500 had already been climbing as investors grew more confident that the Federal Reserve would cut interest rates by half a percentage point. Thursday’s gain put the index in range of a closing record.

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France’s Budget Problems ‘Very Serious,’ Prime Minister Says

The French government, which missed a deadline this week to set a blueprint to lower its debt and deficit, is struggling to meet fiscal requirements set by the E.U.

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US ally says it expects America to intervene if China tries to take a rusting World War II warship in the South China Sea

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Hezbollah started using paging devices more widely after Oct. 7, experts say.

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Apple's iOS 18 is available now – here's why you should update your iPhone today

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First-Time Emmy Winners, From Jodie Foster to Lamorne Morris

Jodie Foster added to her awards collection while the stars of “Shogun” and “Baby Reindeer” helped propel their shows to big nights.

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Why Low Layoff Numbers Don’t Mean the Labor Market Is Strong

Past economic cycles show that unemployment starts to tick up ahead of a recession, with wide-scale layoffs coming only later.

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Boeing Starliner astronaut: ‘We found some things that we just could not get comfortable with’

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Francisco Lopera, the ‘Country Doctor’ Who Upended Our Understanding of Dementia

Francisco Lopera defied rebels, cartels and vampire bats to become a pioneering researcher of Alzheimer’s disease.

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Motorcycle-riding gunman in custody for deadly Alpharetta shooting, police say

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Boar’s Head Listeria Outbreak Survivors Describe Harrowing Illnesses

The outbreak, linked to Boar’s Head products, has been especially devastating for high-risk groups like pregnant women and older adults.

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U.S.G.S. Map Shows Detailed Landslide Risk

A new federal database helps users determine the likelihood of their community experiencing a landslide.

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Parenting Has Always Been Hard

Accepting that is the first step toward making it more tolerable.

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Edward Johnson, C.I.A. Hero in Iran Hostage Crisis, Dies at 81

He was a secret partner who helped rescue six American diplomats in 1980 by passing them off as a film crew. The caper inspired the movie “Argo.”

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"It’s Not Considered A Tip": If You've Ever Been Confused Seeing This Line Item On Your Restaurant Check, This Is Why It Exists

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Pakistani Police Arrest Lawmakers Allied With Imran Khan

In an overnight raid on the Parliament, police arrested at least 10 members of Khan’s party, deepening the political battle between the imprisoned ex-leader and the country’s powerful military.

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Line Fire Grows in Southern California, Closing Schools

Schools in some San Bernardino County districts were closed on Monday, and forecasters warned that above-average temperatures, wind and low humidity could worsen fire risks.

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The controversial plan to turn a desert green

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After a Century and a Half in Sweden, Finnish Skulls Return Home

Dozens of skulls exhumed in Finland in the 19th century and taken to Sweden by scientists who wanted to study their racial characteristics were reburied in Finnish soil on Sunday.

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Illinois couple wins $3M after buying scratch-off ticket from suburban convenience store

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Delivery truck driver finds missing Las Vegas 7-year-old after incorrect school bus drop-off

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Can the Business of Tennis Be Fixed?

In an interview with DealBook, the U.S.T.A. chief Lew Sherr discussed the U.S. Open’s record attendance, the prospect of a new tennis league, and fighting with pickleball for court space.

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This L.A. neighborhood a haven for human trafficking, officials say

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U.N. Panel Calls for International Force in Sudan to Protect Civilians

The country’s brutal civil war has led to the killing, rape and torture of civilians, including children, as it threatens to destabilize neighboring countries.

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Greta Thunberg detained by Danish police at pro-Palestinian protest

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US considers deal with Hamas to release American hostages

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Kamala Harris’ Blunt Reply to Rally Heckler Who Called Out Donald Trump

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Hunter Biden’s Legal Woes Return to Spotlight Ahead of Tax Trial

As both sides prepare for the start of jury selection on Thursday, there are no indications that any deal is likely, according to several people with knowledge of the situation.

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Big changes in store when award-winning Cruisin’ The Coast returns to South Mississippi

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The Cooper Union’s Tuition Will be Free for College Seniors

Tuition used to be free for all students at the Cooper Union, in New York City. The school announced it is bringing back the perk, at least for seniors.

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How climate change is impacting home buying

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The Lure of New York’s Secret Swimming Holes

Tucked into forests and often unmarked on maps, swimming holes offer relief from increasingly hot summers but also pose risks for adventure seekers.

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Helicopter Crash Near Volcano in Russia’s Far East Kills at Least 17

The helicopter was flying tourists in Russia’s Kamchatka region. No survivors were expected among the 22 people on board, state news agencies said.

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Dialysis May Prolong Life for Older Patients. But Not by Much.

In one recent study, the challenging regimen added 77 days of life after three years. Often, kidney disease can be managed in other ways.

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Teen worker punched with brass knuckles in Queens store: NYPD

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Silicon Valley Wants to Fight Fires With Fire

How some high-tech entrepreneurs are trying to use new forms of technology to solve the problem of mega-wildfires in the age of climate change.

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Chinese yuan deposits in Hong Kong exceed 1 trillion, cementing city's offshore hub role

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Life After Factory Farming: ‘The Longer They’re Out, the Happier They Are.’

Tyler Whitley works with a group that helps farmers leave industrialized livestock agriculture, and says consumers can play a role.

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Children's book ignites car seat in North Carolina family's minivan minutes after parking

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Congress’s Fate Could Be With Blue States Like California and New York

New York and California have become unlikely focal points in the fight for control of the House, as Democrats toil to appeal to wary voters in districts won by President Biden.

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Voting Rights Leaders Step Up Election Initiatives After Texas Raids

Groups working to get voters to the polls are expanding training and communications with election officials in anticipation of challenges.

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Canada’s Wildfires Were a Top Global Emitter Last Year, Study Says

The blazes produced more planet-warming carbon than almost any country, researchers found. That could upend key calculations on the pace of global warming.

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Former billionaire John Foley says he lost all his money and had to sell 'almost everything' after losing the Peloton CEO job

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This former Credit Suisse exec says Americans should ‘never quit’ their jobs if they’re unhappy — do this instead

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Hungry for Clean Energy, Facebook Looks to a New Type of Geothermal

As electricity demand from data centers soars, Meta and Google are looking at a novel solution: harnessing clean heat far below Earth’s surface.

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Elon Musk on Trump’s team isn’t good for Tesla: Investor

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College Student Survives Kidnapping at Knifepoint by Boyfriend

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South Korean Beekeepers Find Meaning Working Near the DMZ

The heavily fortified area separating North and South Korea is home to a biodiverse landscape and is a place of deep meaning for nearby farmers whose bees can fly freely through it.

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The N.F.L. May Soon Welcome a New Kind of Owner

At a meeting next week, team owners are expected to approve rules that would allow private equity firms to invest in their franchises.

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Woman in Southern California goes on violent rampage against firefighter, police

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Drinking Water Is at Risk in Parts of Long Island, Study Finds

Decades of pumping have allowed saltwater to threaten the aquifers that supply many communities, including Long Beach and Great Neck.

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Silvio Santos, Provocative Brazilian Television Host, Dies at 93

He was best known for the long-running variety show “Programa Silvio Santos,” on which he charmed his audiences with gimmicks and showcased a range of performers.

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Bill Pascrell Jr., 14-Term House Democrat From N.J., Dies at 87

An outspoken progressive, he vigorously opposed President Donald J. Trump and focused on legislation to help “regular Americans pay their bills.”

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Passenger horrified after man slips her ‘creepy note’ on plane: ‘It was weird’

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Ford, General Motors among 221,000 vehicles recalled: Check car recalls here

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Hillary Clinton and Kamala Harris: Inside Their Surprisingly Close Bond

Mrs. Clinton, who lost out on becoming the first female president, has been a behind-the-scenes ally for the woman now vying to do so.

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Stephen Colbert spotted at Chicago hot dog stand ahead of DNC

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Convicted mobster 1 of 5 arrested in Chickie's and Pete’s brawl: police

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Issa Hayatou, ‘the Emperor of African Soccer,’ Dies at 77

In his posts atop the governing bodies for African and global soccer, he fought to establish the continent as an equal to Europe and South America.

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Bermuda Braces as Hurricane Ernesto Powers Through the Atlantic

The Category 2 storm left hundreds of thousands without power in Puerto Rico this week. It now threatens Bermuda this weekend.

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How Did Mpox Become a Global Emergency? What’s Next?

The virus is evolving, and the newest version spreads more often through heterosexual populations. Sweden reported the first case outside Africa.

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I gave up my dream of being a doctor at a local hospital just one year out of medical school. That decision cost me close to half a million dollars, but it was worth it.

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Whimsical Parade of Banksy Animals Sends Fans on a Giddy Hunt

Each day for nine straight days, a new Banksy artwork appeared somewhere in London. For some, it became a citywide treasure hunt.

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This student was handing out bottles of water to protesters. Minutes later, he was dead

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Google Unveils Pixel 9 Phones to Beat Apple’s iPhone

The internet giant unveiled the next generation of Pixel phones, headphones and watches to stand out in a hardware market that has mostly ignored it.

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Yikes! Biggest slithering Burmese pythons caught in Florida Python Challenge

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Olympic Marathon Course Lets Runners Inside the Ropes For a Night 10K

A public marathon and a series of overnight 10Ks offered recreational runners a chance to feel closer to the Games.

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Death toll from Uganda rubbish dump collapse reaches 18

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Perseid Meteor Shower 2024: Peak Time and How to Watch This Weekend

Warm summer nights and swift colorful streaks make this meteor shower a crowd favorite, but this year, observers may have to compete with light from the moon.

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Chinese fund manager Zhao Xuejun whisked away as Beijing cracks down on securities sector

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In Counterculture San Francisco, a Church Has Become the Place to Be

Yoga, laser art and Bobby McFerrin are attracting residents who are longing for a community — but not necessarily religion.

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How to Keep Your Money Safe if Your Online Lender Is Not a Bank

The collapse of a little-known intermediary named Synapse Financial Technologies has put a spotlight on the risk that customers face when using popular banking start-ups.

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The Presidential Campaign’s Carbonated Détente

In a land of plenty that reveres personal freedom, we imbibe as we wish.

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Powerful 7.1 earthquake rattles southwestern Japan

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Veterans and Lawmakers Lobby for Approval of MDMA Therapy

The F.D.A. is poised to rule on the therapeutic use of the club drug Ecstasy, a potential watershed moment in the nascent field of psychedelic medicine.

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Logan Paul's Prime supplier is suing the energy-drink company for $68 million, accusing it of cutting ties as demand cratered

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As Iran Braces for War, Its Citizens Are Kept in the Dark

Iranians say they have not been told how to prepare should broad hostilities break out between their country and Israel.

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Coach Walz Can Help Harris Win

Football unifies America. Tim Walz can, too.

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Pensacola top stories: Pensacola Bar named one of the best in U.S.

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Justice Thomas Failed to Disclose More Private Jet Trips, Senate Democrats Say

Senator Ron Wyden sent a letter to the wealthy conservative donor Harlan Crow’s lawyer after records showed undisclosed flights between Hawaii and New Zealand with the Supreme Court justice in 2010.

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Coca-Cola to pay $6 billion in IRS back taxes case while appealing judge's decision

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19 Signs From The Past Week That Made Me Laugh So Hard, I Forgot How To Breathe

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Trying to Save a Concrete ‘Monument to Corruption’

An icon of socialist modernist architecture in the capital of the former Soviet republic that is now Moldova has been at the center of a tussle between corrupt developers and preservationists.

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Hotels in New York City Don’t Need Licenses. Should They?

New York’s hundreds of hotels are subject to less regulatory scrutiny than many other businesses. The industry is resisting City Council efforts to change that.

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Senior U.S. Diplomat Will Lead Kamala Harris’s Running Mate’s Team

Elizabeth M. Allen, who heads the State Department’s public diplomacy office, served as a top aide to Ms. Harris in 2020 and in the Obama White House.

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Not One of Us: Trump Uses Old Tactic to Sow Suspicion About Harris

Politicians have long cast their opponents as outsiders. But Donald J. Trump has taken the strategy to the next level against Kamala Harris.

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Who’s Afraid of Being Black? Not Kamala, Beyoncé or Kendrick.

With her response to Donald Trump’s comments about her background, Kamala Harris showed that Blackness doesn’t need to be explained or defended — an idea underscored by her campaign theme song.

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U.S. Sues TikTok Over Child Privacy Violations

The Justice Department said that TikTok illegally collected children’s data and knowingly allowed users under the age of 13 to create accounts.

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Canadian warship passes through Taiwan Strait, drawing China's ire

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Intel plans to cut thousands of jobs to finance recovery, Bloomberg News reports

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Fyre Festival 2.0: California music festival-goers struck down by deadly fungus outbreak

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4 Key Takeaways From The Times’s Reporting on Spending at GLAAD

The C.E.O.’s luxurious business travel and other spending may have violated the L.G.B.T.Q. group’s policies as well as Internal Revenue Service rules.

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Wrong way, hit-and-run driver causes mayhem on 101 Freeway, crashes in Hollywood

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‘20th Hijacker’ Seeks Transfer From Federal Supermax to French Prison

After 20 years in a supermax prison in Colorado, the only person to be convicted in connection with the 9/11 attacks wants to serve his life sentence in his homeland.

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Creator of ‘Baby Reindeer’ Calls Show ‘Emotionally True’ but ‘Fictionalized’

Richard Gadd, the show’s creator, said in a court filing that Fiona Harvey, who is suing Netflix for defamation, harassed him in real life but that the show is a dramatic retelling.

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I’m Retired and I Regret Investing In My 401(k) — Here’s Why

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Fatal Police Shooting of Woman in New Jersey Is Under Investigation

A woman was shot to death by a police officer responding to a report of a mental health crisis in Fort Lee, N.J., early Sunday morning.

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Hamas sends hostage torture video with direct warning to Israeli minister

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Democratic Meme Makers Rejoice During Kamala Harris’s Campaign

After a few sluggish years under President Biden, liberal social media creators are seeing their messages resonate as Kamala Harris campaigns for the White House.

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Edna O’Brien, Writer Who Gave Voice to Women’s Passions, Dies at 93

Her novels and short stories often explored the lives of willful women who loved men who were crass, unfaithful or already married.

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How the Shock of Catastrophic Floods Is Changing Farming in Vermont

A growing cohort of young farmers is experimenting with ways to mitigate the impact of flooding and other extreme weather.

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Produce Recalled Over Listeria Risk Now Includes 20 Types of Vegetables Sold Nationwide

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Rocket From Lebanon Kills at Least 10 in Israeli-Controlled Golan Heights

Israel blamed Iran-backed Hezbollah for the attack, but the Lebanese militant group denied responsibility.

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"It Was A Government Office, So We Thought It Was A Chemical Attack": Tell Us The Wildest Situation That Has Happened At Your Job

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Protected bird killed and eaten on reality TV show by contestant

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Timelapse Shows California's Park Fire Grow to 45,000 Acres

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Trump Workshops Jabs at Harris, but Nothing Plays Like the Classics

Donald J. Trump began turning Vice President Kamala Harris, his new opponent, into a nemesis. But his crowd still wanted to hear the hits.

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Rapper Tekashi 6ix9ine's Luxury Cars Get Auctioned Off By IRS Months After Being Seized

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2024 Election Intensifies Online Conspiracy Theories and Misinformation

Users on X, Truth Social, Rumble and Gab have benefited from a series of major events to spread baseless falsehoods as their followers and engagement skyrocket.

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Trump’s Nephew Reveals Racist Comments From Former President In New Book

In a new memoir, Fred C. Trump III claims his uncle, Donald J. Trump, made cruel and racist comments.

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Landslides Kill 150 in Ethiopia

A waterlogged hillside above a village gave way, burying several houses in mud. Neighbors and rescue workers who had rushed to help were hit by a second slide.

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Billionaires Are Selling Nvidia Stock and Buying an Index Fund That Could Soar Up to 5,655%, According to Certain Wall Street Analysts

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Russia Sentences Alsu Kurmasheva, American Editor, to a Penal Colony

Ms. Kurmasheva, a Russian American working for Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty, had been charged in relation to an antiwar book she edited.

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What will happen to a closed Myrtle Beach restaurant that caught fire? What we know

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Death of Vietnam’s Top Leader Raises Questions of Succession

The country’s political workings are notably opaque, but for now the president, who was until recently minister of public security, is carrying out the duties of general secretary.

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Man dies after rescuing 2 kids from drowning in prohibited area of New Jersey river

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As Interest In Raw Milk Surges, New Data Shed Light on A Major Salmonella Outbreak

At least 171 people were sickened in an outbreak linked to Raw Farm milk. Experts say the number could be far higher.

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Gaetz Interrupts McCarthy’s CNN Interview in Heated RNC Floor Feud

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Jamie Raskin, a Key Democrat, Suggested to Biden That He Should Drop Out

Mr. Raskin, a congressman from Maryland, was a key member of the panel that investigated the Capitol riot. In a lengthy letter, he compared President Biden to a tiring baseball pitcher.

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Traces of Cyanide Found in Bangkok Hotel Room Where Six Died

A case that shocked Thailand, the police indicated on Wednesday, was one of murder-suicide.

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Trump Shooter Was “Definitely” Conservative, Ex-Classmate Says

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Where JD Vance Stands on Key Issues: Abortion, Israel and More

Like Donald J. Trump, the Ohio senator has been skeptical of American intervention overseas and argues that raising tariffs will create new jobs.

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Trump Returns to RNC With a Different Look, but Some Things Were Familiar

The first night of the Republican National Convention sought to strike a new note. But some of the lyrics were familiar.

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How Partisan Media Covered Trump’s VP Pick, JD Vance

Conservative commentators applauded former President Donald J. Trump’s vice-presidential pick. Liberal outlets focused on J.D. Vance’s past criticisms of his new running mate.

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Here's How Much You Should Have Invested for Retirement at Age 30

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Sizzling Day in North Dakota? Lately, Amid Widespread Heat, It’s No Surprise.

At a county fair near Fargo, many residents shrugged off the heat, at least for one day.

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Condo seeking to evict dogs gets gobsmacking legal estimate to make their case

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Food May Be the Last Thing on Your Mind

Cook anyway, for the benefit of others and yourself.

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Trump teases his VP pick timing and names 4 finalists

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Colombia Faces a New Problem: Too Much Cocaine

Even as production surges, domestic and foreign shifts in the global drug industry have devastated many poor Colombians whose livelihood is tied to cocaine.

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Watch out, iPhone fans – a new SMS attack could steal your Apple ID. Here’s how to stay safe

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Trump’s Subtle Shift in His V.P. Calculations

Donald J. Trump appears to be giving more weight to political calculations in selecting a running mate, by picking someone who “helps you get elected.”

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‘Inside Out 2’ Passes $1.25 Billion Mark and Pixar’s Biggest Movie Ever

The animated film about a young teenage girl and her complex emotions has passed the $1.25 billion mark globally and is expected to keep growing.

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Driving Apps Like Google Maps Drive Me Crazy

Programmed to find the fastest route without consideration of literally anything else, driving apps endanger and infuriate us on a remarkably regular basis.

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Private jets are taking over a small-town Idaho airport for the annual 'summer camp for billionaires'

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Prosecutors Will Seek to Indict Weinstein on New Sex Crimes Charges

The Manhattan district attorney’s office said it was “actively pursuing” a fresh prosecution against the disgraced movie producer. Prosecutors projected a fall trial.

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The Simplest (and Cheapest) Way to Decorate With Flowers

It starts in your own backyard (or the tiny container garden on your balcony): “You can put a single bloom in a flower vase, and that is often enough.”

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North Asheville restaurant abruptly closes after nearly 15 years

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Ocean City sinkhole: How are they formed, and what can cause them?

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Updates: Memorial growing for fallen Cleveland police officer Jamieson Ritter

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How Biden Might Be Thinking About the Decision Ahead of Him

Does Biden run? Does he step aside? His recurring considerations are family, legacy and, yes, his age.

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Numbers show record-breaking travel for Fourth of July in Myrtle Beach. Here’s what you need to know.

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Thompson Fire In Northern California Slowing As Some Residents Will Be Allowed To Return

The fire in Oroville has forced 29,000 people to evacuate their homes, but on Thursday officials said they felt “more confident” about containing the fire’s spread.

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The Wide, Wide World of Judy Chicago

The 84-year-old American is perhaps best known for her groundbreaking feminist installation “The Dinner Party,” but she is an artist with a formidable range.

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Argentina's Milei to shun Lula for Bolsonaro in first Brazil trip

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Cowboy Hats and Koi Fish Photos? There’s a Reason.

Some interior designers decorate their adult apartments to be reminded of the hometowns where they grew up.

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Nine Killed in Central Seoul After Car Plows Into Pedestrians

The deadly crash occurred near a busy intersection in front of city hall in central Seoul.

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Interstate 81 in Franklin County reopens after multiple crashes

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Facial Recognition Led to Wrongful Arrests. So Detroit Is Making Changes.

The Detroit Police Department arrested three people after bad facial recognition matches, a national record. But it’s adopting new policies that even the A.C.L.U. endorses.

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Chanel Is at a Crossroad. Where Does It Go From Here?

It’s between designers, and at a crossroad.

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Austin airport offering new TSA PreCheck enrollment option, no appointment required

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NBA Draft Fits: 24 Prospects Discuss Their Red Carpet Style

Before they were drafted, the N.B.A.’s top prospects stopped to show off their clothes and discuss their decisions of how to represent themselves.

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Plea Deal in Highland Park Parade Shooting Falls Apart

‘All I wanted was to be able to fully grieve my mom,’ one victim’s daughter said. The shooting at a Fourth of July parade two summers ago killed seven and wounded dozens more.

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NFL Sunday Ticket Lawsuit: Why TV Deals Are So Valuable

A class-action lawsuit over the cost of Sunday Ticket subscriptions underscored how valuable broadcast deals have been for the league’s success.

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Cape Cod traffic updates: What does it look like at the bridges?

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Discord at the Symphony: Losing a Star, San Francisco Weighs Its Future

The struggles of one of the nation’s finest orchestras show the difficulties facing classical music in the United States.

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I May Need To Go To The Doctor Because I Physically Can't Stop Laughing At The 17 Funniest Signs Of The Week

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A Man Missing for 10 Days in a California Forest Is Found Alive

Lukas McClish said he lost 30 pounds in 10 days but was rescued without any major injuries.

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American arrested in Turks and Caicos over ammo in bag is sentenced

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Heat-Related Illnesses Spiked in Some Regions This Week, CDC Data Shows

Regions that had “extremely high” rates of such illnesses included swaths of New England, the Midwest and the Mid-Atlantic, all areas that have been hit the hardest by the heat wave.

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Neighbors Fight Affordable Housing, but Need Libraries. Can’t We Make a Deal?

An uplifting new library in Manhattan comes with 12 floors of subsidized apartments. It’s a clever way to find community support for housing.

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Judge in Trump Documents Case Rejected Suggestions to Step Aside

Two federal judges in South Florida privately urged Aileen M. Cannon to decline the case when it was assigned to her last year, according to two people briefed on the matter. She chose to keep it.

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Donald Sutherland, ‘M*A*S*H’ and ‘Hunger Games’ Star, Dies at 88

Never anyone’s idea of a heartthrob, he had a chameleonlike ability to be endearing in one role, menacing in another and just plain odd in a third.

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Climate Protesters Arrested After Spraying Stonehenge With Orange Paint

Two climate protesters sprayed the powder onto the ancient stones on Wednesday, as the Summer Solstice was to be celebrated at the English site, a popular destination on the longest day of the year.

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Target Tests an A.I. Tool to Help Its Workers Aid Shoppers

The retailer is rolling out a chatbot to help workers answer questions from shoppers — and workers.

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NASA Rover Discovers Strange Stones, Never Before Seen on Mars

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With the Help of Whales, a Choreographer Falls Into an Abyss

Mayfield Brooks explores grief and decomposition in the hull of a 19th-century cargo ship.

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Albuquerque neighborhood concerned over unknown man exhibiting bizarre behavior

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Is It Storage or Art? If It’s Hard to Tell, You’re Doing It Right.

The best open storage adds personality to a room. Here’s how it’s done.

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Roberto Gerosa Converted a Milan Woodshop into a Maximalist Home

The Italian architect and designer Roberto Gerosa has converted a disused wood shop into a live-work space where his imagination can run wild.

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Chinese cars are pouring into Mexico — and the U.S. is worried

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Roaring Kitty doubles down: Latest update shows trader grew GameStop stake to over 9 million shares

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Nick Mavar, ‘Deadliest Catch’ Star, Dies at 59

Mr. Mavar, who ran a fishing operation in Alaska, starred in the reality television show for 16 years and captained his own boat.

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Roaring Kitty may have cut GameStop options position, strategists say

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Vietnamese, 2 Mexican restaurants cited for over 50 health code violations

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Almost 20 Years After She Found Her Mother’s Body, a Cold Case Thaws

She was just a girl when her mother was stabbed to death in the Bronx. Now, an arrest based on DNA has brought her bittersweet relief.

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A Basket Maker Keeping Alive, and Reinventing, an Ancestral Craft

Mary Jackson, who is featured in museums like the Smithsonian, works in the fiber-arts tradition of the Gullah Geechee of coastal South Carolina.

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A NYCHA Playground Ban on Outsiders Angers Upper West Side Neighbors

Signs put up at Wise Towers say the playground is only for residents. There have been tense encounters with some neighbors on the wealthy, liberal Upper West Side.

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Pamela Smart, serving life, accepts responsibility for her husband's 1990 killing for the first time

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Plant-based ultraprocessed foods linked to heart disease, early death, study says

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Migrants Seeking Safety in Cyprus Are Stuck in U.N. Buffer Zone

Nearly 30 people who hoped to seek refuge in the European Union nation are in limbo after trying to cross from the Turkish-occupied part of the island. Many are Syrians who left Lebanon.

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17 Signs From The Past Week That Made Me Laugh So Hard, I Blacked Out For A Second And Saw The Other Side

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Titan Submersible Investigation Declares Frightening Transcript a Fake

The federal team investigating the Titan disaster found that a detailed recounting of the craft’s descent was “made up.”

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Biden Visits a Military Cemetery in France That Trump Once Snubbed

President Biden wrapped up a five-day trip by visiting a cemetery for American soldiers killed in World War I that Donald J. Trump skipped during a similar trip in 2018.

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Hey, Siri! Let’s Talk About How Apple Is Giving You an A.I. Makeover.

Apple, a latecomer to artificial intelligence, has struck a deal with OpenAI and developed tools to improve its Siri voice assistant, which it is set to showcase on Monday.

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What Hochul’s Move to Pause Congestion Pricing in NYC Says About Leadership

The city was built on bold ideas. Suddenly Gov. Kathy Hochul paused a game-changing plan to fight congestion. Can we still do big things in a polarized moment?

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Ukrainian Activist Traces Roots of War in ‘Centuries of Russian Colonization’

One Ukrainian researcher and podcaster is a leading voice in efforts to rethink Ukrainian-Russian relations through the prism of colonialism.

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Judge dismisses attempted murder and other charges in state case against Paul Pelosi's attacker

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Biden and Macron Talk Togetherness, With No Mention of Discord Over Gaza

The two presidents, in a brief appearance before reporters, declined to take questions, in a departure from tradition.

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People Are Sharing Their Most "Boomer Complaints," And I Agree With All 32 Of These

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Johnson Names Hard-Right Trump Allies to Intelligence Panel, Prompting Concerns

Both Representatives Scott Perry of Pennsylvania and Ronny Jackson of Texas are close allies of the former president who have faced legal and ethical issues.

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Former N.J. Attorney General Takes the Stand in Menendez Bribery Trial

Prosecutors say Senator Robert Menendez contacted Gurbir S. Grewal in an effort to quash an insurance fraud investigation on behalf of an ally.

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When a Bank Rescinds a Job Offer Because It Canceled Your Credit Card

Last year, JPMorgan Chase wanted to pay Mansoor Shams a low-six-figure salary to work in a marketing role. Then it reviewed his account activity.

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May restaurant inspections are in. See which eight restaurants were cited in Jackson area

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What Did Jenna Lyons Sell at Her Stoop Sale?

A garment she wore to Michelle Obama’s birthday party was just one of the things the former J. Crew president and reality television star added to the sale.

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Dave Ramsey Says Take Social Security at Age 62, But Only If You Do This With Each Check

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Traveling to Europe, Biden Will Find Both Solidarity and Isolation

The president leaves on Tuesday to mark the 80th anniversary of the D-Day invasion in France, where he will rally American allies in defense of Ukraine even as he defies them on the war in Gaza.

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A Local’s Guide to Paraty, Brazil

A guide to Paraty, on the Costa Verde, with tips on where to stay, shop and island hop from the artist Vik Muniz and four other insiders.

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Vegas woman details how Walmart is locking up items priced as low as $1.50. Here's why it's happening

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Elecciones en México: dos mujeres compiten para gobernar el país

La votación muy probablemente le otorgará la presidencia del país a una mujer por primera vez en su historia, lo que exhibe inmensos avances de género en la escena política de México.

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I drove Hyundai's $52,000 Palisade, and now I understand why people rave about the family SUV

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Biden Mocks Reporter's 'All 4 Years' Question: 'Did You Fall On Your Head Or Something?'

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Ernie Barnes Paints What It Feels Like to Move

The artist, who once played professional football, captured the anatomical and experiential details of bodies in motion in an expansive survey at Ortuzar Projects.

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2025 Ford Expedition spy photos reveal major exterior overhaul

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N.Korea sends over 200 balloons carrying trash over to S.Korea

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OpenAI Says Russia and China Used Its A.I. in Covert Campaigns

Iran and an Israeli company also exploited the tools in online influence efforts, but none gained much traction, an OpenAI report said.

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2 Brothers Dead, 3 Injured After Employee Opens Fire at Pa. Business: ‘Cold-Blooded Shooting’

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The Gender Gap Is Now a Gender Gulf

The consequences for America’s political future are enormous — and a little unpredictable.

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Take Down the Dams on Maine’s Kennebec River

Currently, the fish are blocked from their most important spawning tributary.

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6 Best Beaches for Kids in the U.S. and Mexico

For families with children, we found half a dozen beaches in the United States and Mexico, each tailored to a particular summer activity.

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California man wins $1m after 17-hour police interrogation falsely accusing him of killing father, who was alive

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Judge in Robert Menendez Bribery Case Bars Some Prosecution Evidence

Prosecutors immediately asked the judge to reconsider his ruling, which could undermine their ability to prove certain elements of their case against Senator Robert Menendez.

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Google AI Overviews Search Errors Cause Furor Online

The company’s latest A.I. search feature has erroneously told users to eat glue and rocks, provoking a backlash among users.

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Louisiana Lawmakers Vote to Make Abortion Pills Controlled Substances

The legislation would make possession of the drugs without a prescription a crime in Louisiana, punishable with jail time.

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An East Hampton Home Tailor-Made for Donna Lennard, the Owner of Il Buco

When Donna Lennard bought the house, ‘it was an adorable cottage’ surrounded by water. Now it’s even better.

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Why a Former Elected Prosecutor May Go to Federal Prison

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Four Lawmakers Denounce Plan to Ease Sanctions on Mining Executive

A White House proposal to allow the billionaire Dan Gertler to sell off his assets in the Democratic Republic of Congo sparks a bipartisan rebuke.

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Driving the Alaska Highway

On an epic road trip, a family plots a course from Alaska to the Lower 48, passing through some of Canada’s most spectacular scenery. The tally: 2,200 miles, five national parks, numerous hot springs and one excellent reindeer hot dog.

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Sentencing trial set to begin for Florida man who executed 5 women at a bank in 2019

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Ed Dwight Goes to Space 63 Years After Training as 1st Black Astronaut

Edward Dwight was among the first pilots that the United States was training to send to space in 1961, but he was passed over. On Sunday, he finally made it on a Blue Origin flight.

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Sean Combs Allegations: What We Know About Lawsuits and Raids

Raids at his homes in Los Angeles and Miami Beach were related to an inquiry that a federal official said was at least in part a human trafficking investigation.

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Prosecutor: Warning a reminder for real estate agents to be vigilant

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Intruder Who Bludgeoned Pelosi’s Husband Gets 30-Year Sentence

David DePape, convicted in November on federal charges, also faces a state trial that is set to begin this month.

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Mary Cassatt’s Women Didn’t Sit Pretty

The American painter depicted women caring for children, not posing for the male gaze. New exhibitions and books reappraise her legacy 100 years later.

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Mysterious L-shaped structure found near Egyptian pyramids of Giza baffles scientists

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Biden Trails Polls of Arizona and Georgia Despite Billions in Investments

The states have been major beneficiaries of the Biden administration’s key economic policies, such as spending on infrastructure, manufacturing and clean energy.

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A.I.’s ‘Her’ Era Has Arrived

New chatbot technology can talk, laugh and sing like a human. What comes next is anyone’s guess.

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Visit Le Havre, the French City Where Impressionism Was Born

The movement was named for a seascape Monet painted in this often-overlooked city, France’s largest seaport. But it has a museum full of Impressionist canvases, intriguing architecture and a new energy.

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18 Signs From The Past Week That Are Way, Way, Way, Way, Way Too Funny For Their Own Good

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How to View the Northern Lights on Sunday Night

The best weather conditions for viewing the colorful light display will be in much of the West while New England was “a question mark,” a forecaster said.

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Philippines calls for expelling Chinese diplomats as South China Sea row escalates

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Mary Wells Lawrence, High-Profile Advertising Pioneer, Dies at 95

She was the first woman to own and run a major national advertising agency. Her company, Wells Rich Greene, was best known for the “I ♥ NY” campaign.

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Betye Saar Remains Guided by the Spirit

The 97-year-old artist’s newest works reflect her decades-long interest in cultural artifacts and self-emancipation.

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‘We Still Have Hope’: Rescuers Race to Find Dozens Missing in South Africa Building Collapse

Three days after the collapse of a four-story building that was under construction, rescuers were still combing through some 3,000 tons of concrete rubble even as signs of life faded.

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In the Caribbean, Mangroves Draw Visitors in Search of Wildlife and Quiet

On Curaçao, visitors can explore the trees’ habitat, where colorful birds roost on tangled branches and trunks, and small paths through the greenery beckon.

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Diving teams win thousands after removing record-breaking number of highly invasive lionfish: 'We are very thankful'

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Here’s Why Stormy Daniels Was Ordered to Pay Trump in 2018

Stormy Daniels sued Donald J. Trump for defamation and lost. Her lawyer wound up in prison for stealing from her.

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Can I Retire at 67 With $500k in an IRA and $2,000 Per Month From Social Security?

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How Bad Are Ultraprocessed Foods, Really?

They’re clearly linked to poor health. But scientists are only beginning to understand why.

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‘Fall Guy’ Movie Opens With Just $28 Million in Ticket Sales

While enough for No. 1, the big-budget original movie gave Hollywood its lowest start to its summer box office season since 1995.

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UPDATE: Gulf Shores deadly car crash victim identified

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How Scammers Are Stealing Money From Food Stamps Recipients

Thieves are using skimmers to drain millions in food stamps and other public benefits from the neediest Americans.

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Political Furor Over U.S. Steel Bid Puts Cfius in Spotlight

Backlash over the deal has echoes of the 1980s when Nippon Steel tried and failed to buy another American metal company.

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North Carolina Triad Tries to Reinvent Its Economy

North Carolina’s Triad was built on tobacco, textiles and furniture. Now it’s trying to forge a new economy from more highly skilled manufacturing.

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The Fed Is Eyeing the Job Market, but It’s Difficult to Read

Fed officials are watching labor trends as they contemplate when to cut rates. But different measures are telling different stories.

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Torrential Rain in Brazil Kills at Least 13, With More Missing

Four days of pounding rain have inundated many parts of a southern state, cutting off towns and leaving people trapped as they await rescue by helicopters.

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John Swinney Looks Likely to Be Scotland’s Next First Minister

Amid a political crisis, John Swinney, who led the Scottish National Party two decades ago, is in line to become Scotland’s first minister.

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Klobuchar Asks Regulators to Investigate MultiPlan Over Health Care Pricing

A data analytics firm has helped big health insurers cut payments to doctors, raising concerns about possible price fixing.

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U.S. Imposes Sanctions on Chinese Companies for Aiding Russia’s War Effort

The penalties came after top Biden administration officials warned China not to help Moscow restock its arsenal to attack Ukraine.

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The 1981 Minnesota Ranch House That Once Embarrassed Them Is Now a Showplace

“Their disdain for this house,” the designer said, “was a green light to give it a whole new life.”

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False Story About Key Witness in Trump Trial, Michael Cohen, Retracted by OAN

Michael D. Cohen’s lawyers took on OAN over the false story. The settlement came as right-wing news outlets face a barrage of defamation suits.

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Colleges Cracking Down on Pro-Palestinian Protests Raise Questions About Outsiders

With pro-Palestinian protests spreading across campuses nationwide, university leaders have had to confront a central question: When does a demonstration cross the line?

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In Northern Israel, Clashes With Hezbollah Drives a Hospital Underground

Subterranean operations at Galilee Medical Center are a striking example of how life in northern Israel has been upended since Hezbollah began launching near-daily attacks.

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AstraZeneca admits for first time its Covid vaccine can cause rare side effect

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Biden and Netanyahu Meet on Possible Cease-Fire and Hostage Deal

The president plans to speak with the Israeli prime minister on Sunday, the same day Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken left for his latest trip to the Middle East.

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The Comedian Roy Wood Jr. on What’s Funny About 2024

A conversation about the power of Trump’s punchlines — and the jokes President Biden should be telling.

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At the Time 100 Gala, Dua Lipa, Patrick Mahomes and More on the Red Carpet

Dua Lipa and Patrick Mahomes are red carpet stars at an event that brought together Oscar winners and thought leaders.

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What to Know About the Breakup of Scotland’s Coalition Government

The power-sharing agreement between the Scottish National Party and the Scottish Green Party ended abruptly on Thursday, marking a fresh period of turmoil for the S.N.P.

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Let This Breakfast Change Your Life

A simple miso-roasted salmon, part of a traditional Japanese spread, is both sustenance and self-care.

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Police Share Update on ‘American Idol’ Alum Mandisa’s Cause of Death

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New Meloni Law in Italy May Embolden Anti-Abortion Activists

The measure, largely restating existing law, shows the prime minister’s skill at reassuring her right-wing base without sacrificing her increasingly mainstream image.

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Congo's long-lost statue fuels a fight for the forest

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Lori and George Schappell, Long-Surviving Conjoined Twins, Die at 62

They were distinct people who pursued different lives. “Get past this already, everybody,” Lori said, “get past it and learn to know the individual person.”

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Jaw Bone in Child’s Rock Collection Belonged to Marine Who Died in 1951

A mother found the bone in her son’s rock collection in 2002. In 2024, researchers finally identified the person’s remains.

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Tracing the Trail of Hush-Money Deals That Led to Trump’s Prosecution

Before Stormy Daniels, Donald J. Trump and his allies paid to keep other stories buried as he ran for the presidency.

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David H. Pryor, Arkansas Senator and Clinton Ally, Dies at 88

During his 34 years as an elected official, Mr. Pryor was sometimes said to be more liberal, especially on racial issues, than the people who elected him.

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US House passes first slice of $95 billion Ukraine, Israel aid package

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The Music Episode

“I feel like we’ve been at the club. I need some water and some electrolytes.”

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Stock Market Set for Longest Losing Streak in Months

A rally at the start of the year has given way to worries about economics and geopolitics on Wall Street.

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Mandisa Hundley, ‘American Idol’ Singer and Grammy Winner, Dies at 47

She performed and produced music with Christian themes and won a Grammy Award in 2013.

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Scotland Pauses Gender Medications for Minors

The change followed a sweeping review by England’s National Health Service that found “remarkably weak” evidence for youth gender treatments.

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Why the World Still Needs Immanuel Kant

Unlike in Europe, few in the United States will be celebrating the philosopher’s 300th birthday. But Kant’s writing shows that a free, just and moral life is possible — and that’s relevant everywhere.

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Powell Suggests Interest Rates Could Stay High for a Longer Period

The Fed chair, along with the central bank’s No. 2 policymaker, stressed uncertainties over job growth and the persistence of elevated inflation.

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Participant, Maker of Films With Social Conscience, Calls It Quits

The company has had critical and commercial hits over two decades but has never made money consistently and faced a challenging entertainment landscape.

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2 bodies found in rural Oklahoma as 4 suspects face murder charges in case of missing women

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‘Rust’ Armorer Is Sentenced to 18 Months for Involuntary Manslaughter

The armorer, Hannah Gutierrez-Reed, was the first person to be held criminally responsible in a jury trial for the death of Halyna Hutchins, the movie’s cinematographer.

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Iran Just Made a Big Mistake. Israel Shouldn’t Follow.

There now needs to be a large, sustained, global initiative to isolate Iran.

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American Pizazz Meets the Staid Traditions of Sumo

At Madison Square Garden, New Yorkers got a rare look at an ancient Japanese sport, cheering and booing as though they were watching a Yankees game.

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Why Can’t Biden Triangulate Like Trump?

There’s a difference between being aware of your base and being its prisoner.

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The 1968 killing of a milkman who was a WWII veteran has been solved 56 years later

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Biden’s Student Loan Repayment Plan Is Being Challenged. Here’s What to Know.

The income-driven plan known as SAVE has reduced payments for millions of borrowers. Lawsuits by Republican-led states are seeking to upend it.

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Austin is home to 10 billionaires. Here's who they are, and how they made their money

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What to Know About the Rate Increases for Drilling on Public Lands

The fossil fuel industry says higher rates will harm the economy. The administration says they will pay for the environmental costs of drilling and mining.

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3 Men Rescued from Pacific Island After Writing ‘Help’ With Palm Leaves

American rescuers found the lost sailors on a tiny uninhabited island in Micronesia with a damaged boat and the word spelled out on the beach.

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JoJo Siwa Tries to Grow Up With ‘Karma,’ Her New Single

(Or tries to.)

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Arizona Upholds 160-Year-Old Abortion Ban

The state’s highest court said the law, moribund for decades under Roe v. Wade, was now enforceable, but put the decision on hold for a lower court to hear other challenges to the law.

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TV Networks to Urge Biden and Trump to Debate, Wading Into a Fraught Topic

Speculation has swirled in the political world about whether the presumptive candidates will agree to the traditional face-to-face events, a campaign staple since 1976.

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Mount Etna Spews Volcanic Vortex Rings Into Italy’s Sky

The volcano, one of Europe’s most active, has been spewing volcanic vortex rings at a rapid pace. But that doesn’t mean a big explosion is on the way, one expert says.

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Hank Aaron Gets a Stamp and a Statue On Home Run Anniversary

The baseball legend hit his record-breaking home run on April 8, 1974. His statue will be unveiled at the Baseball Hall of Fame in May.

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Trista Sutter Says It’s 'Very Scary' When 'Superhuman' Husband Ryan Can’t 'Push Through' Lyme Disease Symptoms

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The Challenge of Hiking Up Mount Whitney in California

Last July, a recently divorced writer who had found solace in hiking took on a towering challenge: Mount Whitney, the highest peak in the lower 48 states.

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Your Solar Eclipse Soundtrack

Songs to put you in the mood.

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Why the death of North Sea oil is a disaster for Britain

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Cole Brings Plenty, ’1923’ Actor, Is Found Dead

Mr. Brings Plenty, 27, was found dead in Kansas days after his family reported him missing. Officials did not provide a cause of death.

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Solar eclipse 2024: Four zodiac signs that need to be on high alert

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Who Is Jorge Glas, an Ecuadorean Politician Arrested at Mexico’s Embassy?

A former vice president of Ecuador, Jorge Glas had been convicted of bribery in two separate cases. He had fled to the Mexican Embassy in Quito after facing more embezzlement charges.

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When a Sasquatch Comes to Central Park

A publicity effort for the movie “Sasquatch Sunset” had one of the film’s cast members in full sasquatch costume, wandering through Central Park.

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When the Rubin Museum Was Divine

The Rubin will be “reimagined” as a global museum, but our critic says its charismatic presence will be only a troubling memory.

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A New Look at an Old Favorite for Adventure Seekers: La Paz, Mexico

New hotels and destination-worthy restaurants now compliment the ever-appealing outdoors surrounding La Paz, the capital of Baja California Sur.

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Rome’s Future Is a Walk Through Its Past

City officials kicked off a new project to create a monumental, pedestrian-friendly, archaeological area downtown, but some critics worry the plans puts tourists before residents.

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You Can Bet on Caitlin Clark Making Threes. The N.C.A.A. Isn’t Happy.

Americans will wager $2.7 billion on the N.C.A.A. basketball tournaments this year, raising concerns about what happens to sports when people bet on the performances of student athletes.

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Betty Cole Dukert, Top ‘Meet the Press’ Producer, Dies at 96

She worked as a secretary before being hired as an associate producer at the NBC News public affairs show in 1956. She went on to spend 41 years there.

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New $20 minimum wage for fast food workers in California set to start Monday

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Shohei Ohtani’s Arrival Brings Hope and Nostalgia Home to Little Tokyo

For a Los Angeles community contending with gentrification in its historic center and an aging population of cultural standard-bearers, Ohtani’s accession with the Dodgers has been galvanizing.

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Nicole Wallace Gets Fed Up, Tosses Script While Covering Latest Trump Attack: ‘What Are We Going to Do Different?’ | Video

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Lizzo Says ‘I Quit’ on Instagram, Citing Online Criticism

The Grammy Award-winning singer said on Instagram that she was “starting to feel like the world doesn’t want me in it.”

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California’s Lake Shasta rising from severe-drought levels in stunning before and after images

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Why did more than 1,000 people die after police subdued them with force that isn't meant to kill?

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Fed Chair Says Central Bank Need Not ‘Hurry’ to Cut Rates

Jerome Powell said that strong economic growth gives Federal Reserve officials room to be patient, and he emphasized the institution’s political independence.

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Beyoncé’s ‘Cowboy Carter’ Showcases Her Greatest Instrument

It’s a delight to hear her voice unmediated and deployed in novel ways.

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OpenAI Unveils Audio Tool That Recreates Human Voices

The start-up is sharing the technology, Voice Engine, with a small group of early testers as it tries to understand the potential dangers.

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It’s Time to Give Up the Lie We Keep Telling Ourselves About Donald Trump

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Man Charged With Murder in the Fatal Shooting of Police Officer Jonathan Diller

Guy Rivera killed Officer Jonathan Diller during a traffic stop, the police said. Mr. Rivera was also charged with attempted murder for aiming his gun at a second officer, the authorities said.

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Appeals Court Keeps Block on Texas Migrant Law

The decision in favor of the federal government left in place a trial court injunction while courts determine whether the measure is legal.

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Willie Nelson moves 2024 4th of July Picnic out of Texas

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Gardens of Stone, Moss, Sand: 4 Moments of Zen in Kyoto

The city’s dry gardens seem timeless, but as these relatively new versions show, their design is still evolving. They offer spots for quiet contemplation in an increasingly overtouristed city.

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The State Had One Woman’s Unclaimed Funds. It Turned Out to Be a Windfall

A financial firm told an account owner that it had turned over her money to the state. When she filed a claim, something strange happened.

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Millions of Americans could soon lose home internet access if lawmakers don’t act

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Brazil Police Arrest 3 for Murder of Marielle Franco

Two politicians were arrested in the assassination of a rival, Marielle Franco, who was known for fighting corruption and police violence.

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