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July 9, 2025

Putin Escalates His War Against Ukraine, Undeterred by Trump’s Words

by Anton Troianovski and Paul Sonne

The Russian leader is convinced that Moscow’s battlefield superiority is growing, and that Ukraine’s defenses may collapse in the coming months, according to people close to the Kremlin.


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Russia Makes Record Attack on Ukraine as Trump Castigates Putin

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Russia Makes Record Attack on Ukraine as Trump Castigates Putin

by Andrew E. Kramer

The number of Russian drones and missiles in the barrage set a single-night record and underscored Ukraine’s need for weapons.

European Court Holds Russia Liable for Human Rights Violations in Ukraine and MH17 Attack

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European Court Holds Russia Liable for Human Rights Violations in Ukraine and MH17 Attack

by Nataliya Vasilyeva

In symbolic rulings, Moscow was again blamed for the downing of Flight MH17 in 2014 and for an array of war-related human rights violations, including the transfer of Ukrainian children to Russia.

Trump Takes Reins on U.S. Economy With Policy Bill and Tariffs Renewal

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Trump Takes Reins on U.S. Economy With Policy Bill and Tariffs Renewal

by Tony Romm and Colby Smith

President Trump has achieved much of his agenda, leaving the fate of the economy squarely in his hands.

Canada Thinks Its Trade Talks With Trump Are Unique. Does That Matter?

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Canada Thinks Its Trade Talks With Trump Are Unique. Does That Matter?

by Matina Stevis-Gridneff

Tariff negotiations between the two top trading partners are on a different track from those the U.S. is pursuing with other nations. But Canada may not get a better outcome.

Trump Treats Tariffs More as a Form of Power Than as a Trade Tool

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Trump Treats Tariffs More as a Form of Power Than as a Trade Tool

by Maggie Haberman

Instead of viewing tariffs as part of a broader trade policy, President Trump sees them as a valuable weapon he can wield on the world stage.

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A Dark-of-Night Flood Escape at the River Inn in Texas

by Meredith Honig and John Branch

Along the Guadalupe River, a 60-room inn and nearby homes were quickly filling with water. Confusion, desperation and heroism ensued.

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Did the Texas Flood Warnings Come in Time?

by Judson Jones, Alexandra Ostasiewicz, James Surdam and Nikolay Nikolov

When deadly floods swept through Texas, the National Weather Service issued a series of warnings that should have automatically triggered alerts to be sent to cellphones as the Guadalupe River began to rise. Judson Jones, a meteorologist and reporter for The New York Times, explains how catastrophe ensued despite those warnings.

Death Toll Reaches at Least 119 in Texas Floods, With 173 Missing

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Death Toll Reaches at Least 119 in Texas Floods, With 173 Missing

by Edgar Sandoval

Officials defended their actions in the hardest-hit county, where no survivors have been found since Friday and questions are mounting over disaster preparation and flood warnings.

Gary Shteyngart Believes in Living the Good Life

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Gary Shteyngart Believes in Living the Good Life

by Alexander Nazaryan

Mr. Shteyngart was once told he might be. With his sixth novel, “Vera, or Faith,” out now, he’s spent the last few years spending it well.

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Book Review: ‘Vera, or Faith,’ by Gary Shteyngart

by Dwight Garner

“Vera, or Faith” follows a 10-year-old girl navigating family drama and a dystopian America.

How Crypto Lobbying Won Over Trump

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How Crypto Lobbying Won Over Trump

by David Yaffe-Bellany and Kenneth P. Vogel

The industry’s courtship of Donald J. Trump resulted in one of the great lobbying free-for-alls in recent Washington history.

As Truth Social Business Struggles, Trump Media Goes Big on Crypto

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As Truth Social Business Struggles, Trump Media Goes Big on Crypto

by Matthew Goldstein

The pivot to crypto highlights the reality of Truth Social, one of President Trump’s highest-profile business interests: It doesn’t generate much revenue.

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How a Single Overdose Unraveled an Empire of Heroin

by Benjamin Weiser

A man’s death after using “Flow” in a small Vermont city exposed a drug operation that spanned continents and sent a New York prosecutor on a heartbreaking journey.

X CEO Linda Yaccarino Says She Is Leaving Elon Musk’s Platform

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X CEO Linda Yaccarino Says She Is Leaving Elon Musk’s Platform

by Mike Isaac and Kate Conger

Linda Yaccarino, whom Elon Musk hired to run X in 2023, grappled with the challenges the company faced after Mr. Musk took over.

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Elon Musk Consulted Curtis Yarvin, Right-Wing Thinker, on Third Party

by Theodore Schleifer

The two men spoke about Mr. Musk’s push to create the America Party before the midterm elections. Mr. Yarvin has expressed support for a monarchy, along with provocative ideas about race.

What Happened to Tesla’s Annual Shareholders Meeting?

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What Happened to Tesla’s Annual Shareholders Meeting?

by Jack Ewing

A group of state treasurers and investors is complaining that the company, facing falling sales, is about to miss a legal deadline to hold a shareholder forum.

Israel Launches New Ground Incursion in Lebanon, Raising Fears for Truce

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Israel Launches New Ground Incursion in Lebanon, Raising Fears for Truce

by Euan Ward

Israel has been conducting near-daily strikes against what it says are Hezbollah targets as the Iranian-backed group comes under pressure to disarm amid fears of a renewed war.

After Decades as Enemies, Syria and Israel Now Share a Common Foe

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After Decades as Enemies, Syria and Israel Now Share a Common Foe

by Christina Goldbaum, Adam Rasgon and Aaron Boxerman

The longtime enemies have opened contacts, reflecting a power shift across a Middle East in which they have newfound common ground: antipathy for Iran.

How the Women of ‘Too Much’ Made Lena Dunham’s Rom-Com Just Right

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How the Women of ‘Too Much’ Made Lena Dunham’s Rom-Com Just Right

by Alexis Soloski

Lena Dunham wanted to open up the world of romantic comedies with her new Netflix series. In interviews, she and the stars Megan Stalter, Janicza Bravo and Emily Ratajkowski discuss how they did it.

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“Too Much” and the Reality of Looking for Love in London

by Eleanor Stanford

Like the lead character of “Too Much,” they moved across the Atlantic with visions of Jane Austen and Merchant Ivory. The reality was a little less dreamy.

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If Zohran Mamdani Wins, Then What?

by Ross Barkan

He would become the leftist others look to, either as a savior or as a villain.

As the Texas Floodwaters Rose, One Indispensable Voice Was Silent

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As the Texas Floodwaters Rose, One Indispensable Voice Was Silent

by Zeynep Tufekci

The National Weather Service put out good forecasts. But a vital employee was missing.

A Classroom Experiment

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A Classroom Experiment

by Evan Gorelick

We explain how schools are using artificial intelligence.

New Research Questions Severity of Withdrawal From Antidepressants

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New Research Questions Severity of Withdrawal From Antidepressants

by Ellen Barry

Warnings about withdrawal from antidepressants have rippled through society in recent years. A new study claims they are overblown.

Umbrellas Optional? East Asia’s Monsoon Rains Are No Longer a Sure Thing

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Umbrellas Optional? East Asia’s Monsoon Rains Are No Longer a Sure Thing

by John Yoon

Parts of South Korea and Japan have had short rainy seasons this year. Scientists say that climate change has helped make the summer rains more unreliable.

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Jailed Kurdish Leader Declares the End to PKK’s Armed Struggle In Turkey

by Ben Hubbard and Safak Timur

In the first footage of him to be released publicly in 25 years, Abdullah Ocalan said the P.K.K. insurgency against Turkey would be replaced by politics.


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Wildfires Scar Syria Anew

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Wildfires Scar Syria Anew

by Euan Ward

The country is experiencing its worst drought in decades, which has set the conditions for the blazes to scorch an area the size of Washington, D.C.

French Police Raid National Rally Over Campaign Finances

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French Police Raid National Rally Over Campaign Finances

by Aurelien Breeden

The authorities said they were investigating whether the nationalist, anti-immigrant party broke France’s campaign-finance rules.

Wildfire on Edge of Marseille Injures More Than 100, Officials Say

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Wildfire on Edge of Marseille Injures More Than 100, Officials Say

by Livia Albeck-Ripka and Andrés R. Martínez

Firefighters worked through the night to prevent the blaze from entering France’s second-biggest city, and brought the wildfire under control on Wednesday morning.

After Decades as Enemies, Syria and Israel Now Share a Common Foe

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After Decades as Enemies, Syria and Israel Now Share a Common Foe

by Christina Goldbaum, Adam Rasgon and Aaron Boxerman

The longtime enemies have opened contacts, reflecting a power shift across a Middle East in which they have newfound common ground: antipathy for Iran.

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Jailed Kurdish Leader Declares the End to PKK’s Armed Struggle In Turkey

by Ben Hubbard and Safak Timur

In the first footage of him to be released publicly in 25 years, Abdullah Ocalan said the P.K.K. insurgency against Turkey would be replaced by politics.

European Court Holds Russia Liable for Human Rights Violations in Ukraine and MH17 Attack

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European Court Holds Russia Liable for Human Rights Violations in Ukraine and MH17 Attack

by Nataliya Vasilyeva

In symbolic rulings, Moscow was again blamed for the downing of Flight MH17 in 2014 and for an array of war-related human rights violations, including the transfer of Ukrainian children to Russia.

Putin Escalates His War Against Ukraine, Undeterred by Trump’s Words

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Putin Escalates His War Against Ukraine, Undeterred by Trump’s Words

by Anton Troianovski and Paul Sonne

The Russian leader is convinced that Moscow’s battlefield superiority is growing, and that Ukraine’s defenses may collapse in the coming months, according to people close to the Kremlin.

South Korea Returns Stranded North Korean Fishermen

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South Korea Returns Stranded North Korean Fishermen

by Choe Sang-Hun

The fishermen’s boats had drifted into South Korean waters, officials said. The South’s new president has been trying to improve ties with North Korea.

Russia Makes Record Attack on Ukraine as Trump Castigates Putin

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Russia Makes Record Attack on Ukraine as Trump Castigates Putin

by Andrew E. Kramer

The number of Russian drones and missiles in the barrage set a single-night record and underscored Ukraine’s need for weapons.

Canada Thinks Its Trade Talks With Trump Are Unique. Does That Matter?

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Canada Thinks Its Trade Talks With Trump Are Unique. Does That Matter?

by Matina Stevis-Gridneff

Tariff negotiations between the two top trading partners are on a different track from those the U.S. is pursuing with other nations. But Canada may not get a better outcome.

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Hundreds of Chinese Children Poisoned With Lead From Kindergarten Food

by David Pierson and Berry Wang

The kindergarten’s cooks used inedible pigments to decorate buns and cakes, the authorities said. Eight school officials and employees were detained.

Umbrellas Optional? East Asia’s Monsoon Rains Are No Longer a Sure Thing

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Umbrellas Optional? East Asia’s Monsoon Rains Are No Longer a Sure Thing

by John Yoon

Parts of South Korea and Japan have had short rainy seasons this year. Scientists say that climate change has helped make the summer rains more unreliable.

Guatemala Closes Schools in Capital After Earthquakes

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Guatemala Closes Schools in Capital After Earthquakes

by Mike Ives

A 5.7-magnitude earthquake and its aftershocks near Guatemala City led to landslides that were reported to have killed at least two people.

Recipients of a U.S. Climate Science Fellowship Are Put on Unpaid Leave

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Recipients of a U.S. Climate Science Fellowship Are Put on Unpaid Leave

by Rebecca Dzombak

Researchers in the NOAA program were furloughed because funds to pay them were not available.

Trump to Discuss Economic Investment With African Leaders at White House Meeting

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Trump to Discuss Economic Investment With African Leaders at White House Meeting

by Zolan Kanno-Youngs and Ruth Maclean

The administration is aiming to strike deals to expand the United States’ access to critical minerals and to counter China’s rising influence in Africa.

New Research Questions Severity of Withdrawal From Antidepressants

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New Research Questions Severity of Withdrawal From Antidepressants

by Ellen Barry

Warnings about withdrawal from antidepressants have rippled through society in recent years. A new study claims they are overblown.

A 37,000-Year Chronicle of What Once Ailed Us

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A 37,000-Year Chronicle of What Once Ailed Us

by Carl Zimmer

In a new genetic study, scientists have charted the rise of 214 human diseases across ancient Europe and Asia.

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Not Invited to Dior’s Show in Paris, a Fashion Influencer Hosts a Watch Party Instead

by Yola Mzizi

Denied a seat at Jonathan Anderson’s Dior debut, a fashion critic invited all of Paris to watch it with him at a bar. Hundreds took him up on the offer.

Philadelphia Union Reaches Deal to End Strike That Led to Trash Pileup

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Philadelphia Union Reaches Deal to End Strike That Led to Trash Pileup

by Claire Moses

The city’s largest public sector union and the mayor reached a tentative deal, ending a work stoppage that led to piles of trash on the streets.

Wednesday Briefing: Rare Earths, Made in Europe?

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Wednesday Briefing: Rare Earths, Made in Europe?

by Katrin Bennhold

Plus, Sweden’s secret to well-being.

Research Suggests Climate Change Added Excess Deaths in European Heat Wave

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Research Suggests Climate Change Added Excess Deaths in European Heat Wave

by Christina Kelso

The rapid analysis by World Weather Attribution calculated that climate change might have tripled the death toll from the event.

Trump’s Frustration With Putin Preceded Resumption of U.S. Weapons to Ukraine

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Trump’s Frustration With Putin Preceded Resumption of U.S. Weapons to Ukraine

by Maggie Haberman and Eric Schmitt

President Trump lashed out at the Russian leader on Tuesday, signaling a change in his posture toward the conflict.

Antigovernment Protests Erupt Across Kenya, Killing Dozens

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Antigovernment Protests Erupt Across Kenya, Killing Dozens

by Eve Sampson

Simmering anger against President William Ruto’s government has boiled over into clashes between protesters and the police, who have deployed live rounds, tear gas and water cannons.

The Bayeux Tapestry, a British Masterpiece, Returns to England After 900 Years

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The Bayeux Tapestry, a British Masterpiece, Returns to England After 900 Years

by Jonathan Wolfe and Sopan Deb

The embroidered work, depicting the Norman Conquest of England in 1066, will go on display in London for the first time, on loan from France.

U.S. Botched a Deal to Swap Venezuelans in El Salvador for American Prisoners

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U.S. Botched a Deal to Swap Venezuelans in El Salvador for American Prisoners

by Frances Robles, Julie Turkewitz and Zolan Kanno-Youngs

Secretary of State Marco Rubio and the U.S. envoy to Venezuela were both working on different deals and ended up at cross purposes.

Wednesday Briefing: Rare Earths, Made in Europe?

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Wednesday Briefing: Rare Earths, Made in Europe?

by Katrin Bennhold

Plus, Sweden’s secret to well-being.

What Is a Trade Deal? Trump Takes an Expansive View.

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What Is a Trade Deal? Trump Takes an Expansive View.

by Ana Swanson

The president is deploying the word “deal” liberally, using the term to describe all kinds of trade arrangements, some very limited or one-sided.

Royal Family Welcomes President Macron to UK for State Visit With Pomp and Pizazz

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Royal Family Welcomes President Macron to UK for State Visit With Pomp and Pizazz

by Amelia Nierenberg

President Emmanuel Macron is on a state visit to Britain, the first by a French leader since 2008. His hosts are drenching him in pomp, pizazz and protocol.

Marco Rubio Impersonation Under State Dept. Investigation

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Marco Rubio Impersonation Under State Dept. Investigation

by Edward Wong

A person or people imitating the secretary of state used artificial intelligence to send text and voice messages to foreign diplomats and U.S. officials, the department said in a cable to employees.

I.C.C. Seeks Arrests of Taliban Leaders Over Persecution of Women

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I.C.C. Seeks Arrests of Taliban Leaders Over Persecution of Women

by Elian Peltier and Marlise Simons

The arrest warrants, for Afghanistan’s leader and its top justice official, say the restrictions on women and girls are evidence of crimes against humanity.

Attack on Cargo Ship in the Red Sea Kills 2 Crew Members

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Attack on Cargo Ship in the Red Sea Kills 2 Crew Members

by Vivian Nereim and Nick Cumming-Bruce

The incident occurred a day after Houthi militants in Yemen targeted another vessel, their first assault on shipping since President Trump announced a truce with them.

With a Nobel Prize Nomination, Netanyahu Is the Latest to Use Flattery to Woo Trump

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With a Nobel Prize Nomination, Netanyahu Is the Latest to Use Flattery to Woo Trump

by Michael D. Shear

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of Israel handed a letter to President Trump nominating him for the Nobel Peace Prize. But it’s not clear whether stroking the president’s ego has long-lasting effects.

Canadian Armed Group Charged in Plot to Seize Quebec Land

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Canadian Armed Group Charged in Plot to Seize Quebec Land

by Ian Austen

The men who were arrested have links to Canada’s military, and the police recovered a large cache of guns and explosives.

The Wild Russian Plot to Burn a London Restaurant and Kidnap Its Owner

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The Wild Russian Plot to Burn a London Restaurant and Kidnap Its Owner

by Lizzie Dearden

Court proceedings revealed how a criminal gang in Britain was directed to target Yevgeny Chichvarkin, a dissident Russian who owns Hide, a Michelin-starred restaurant in Mayfair.

Ukrainians Are Cautiously Optimistic After Trump Says U.S. Will Send More Military Aid

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Ukrainians Are Cautiously Optimistic After Trump Says U.S. Will Send More Military Aid

by Andrew E. Kramer

After President Trump’s announcement that the United States would send more military aid, some were grateful, others were skeptical, mindful of his seesawing policy.

How Do Israel and Hamas Negotiate in Qatar?

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How Do Israel and Hamas Negotiate in Qatar?

by Adam Rasgon

The ongoing presence of negotiators from Hamas and Israel in the Qatari capital, Doha, suggests that both sides are serious about clinching a deal.

Wildfires Burn Across Europe After Blistering Heat Wave

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Wildfires Burn Across Europe After Blistering Heat Wave

by Lynsey Chutel

A blaze in southern France forced the closure of the Marseille airport, and weather agencies issued warnings for other parts of Europe where temperatures were expected to climb this week.

Man Dies at Milan Airport After Being Sucked Into Jet Engine, Official Says

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Man Dies at Milan Airport After Being Sucked Into Jet Engine, Official Says

by Jenny Gross

The man was neither an employee nor a passenger. Milan Bergamo Airport did not say how he gained access to the taxiway where the plane was sitting.

Norman Tebbit, Conservative Force in Britain and Thatcher Ally, Dies at 94

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Norman Tebbit, Conservative Force in Britain and Thatcher Ally, Dies at 94

by Alan Cowell

He was a potential prime minister until he left high office to care for his wife, who was seriously hurt in a bombing by the Irish Republican Army.

Trump Wants to Close the U.S. Chemical Safety and Hazard Investigation Board

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Trump Wants to Close the U.S. Chemical Safety and Hazard Investigation Board

by Hiroko Tabuchi

The White House is planning to eliminate the board, a small agency that investigates chemical disasters to understand what went wrong.

Land Mines, a Cold War Horror, Could Return to Fortify Europe’s Borders

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Land Mines, a Cold War Horror, Could Return to Fortify Europe’s Borders

by Andrew Higgins

Five countries plan to revive the use of a weapon prohibited by treaty for more than a quarter of a century, hoping to strengthen their defenses against any Russian attack.

Deadly Flash Floods Sweep Away Nepal-China Bridge

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Deadly Flash Floods Sweep Away Nepal-China Bridge

by Bhadra Sharma

Search and rescue efforts were underway to try to locate people missing after the monsoon-related disaster.

The Mexican Businessman Grateful for Trump’s Tariffs

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The Mexican Businessman Grateful for Trump’s Tariffs

by Emiliano Rodríguez Mega and César Rodríguez

A small company in northern Mexico had faced steep competition from China in making straps, plugs, fasteners, grommets, zip ties and clamps. Now, U.S. tariffs have driven a spike in his business.

The French Seaside Factory Trying to Break China’s Chokehold on Rare Earths

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The French Seaside Factory Trying to Break China’s Chokehold on Rare Earths

by Jeanna Smialek

The continent wants to reduce the risks of depending so heavily on China for the valuable minerals. The question is how.

5 Israeli Soldiers Killed in Gaza, Military Says

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5 Israeli Soldiers Killed in Gaza, Military Says

by Adam Rasgon and Livia Albeck-Ripka

Officials said the deaths occurred during combat in the north of the enclave but offered few other details.

Tuesday Briefing: Trump’s New Tariff Threats

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Tuesday Briefing: Trump’s New Tariff Threats

by Justin Porter

Plus, the beautiful chaos of Rio’s beaches.

Macron’s U.K. State Visit: Migrants and the War in Ukraine Are on the Agenda

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Macron’s U.K. State Visit: Migrants and the War in Ukraine Are on the Agenda

by Mark Landler

President Emmanuel Macron’s state visit to Britain, which began Tuesday, is heavy on pageantry. But both he and Prime Minister Keir Starmer hope for practical results.

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The Brothers Who Came Face to Face in Myanmar’s War

by Richard C. Paddock

Bloody conflict has splintered many families in Myanmar over the past four years. But for one set of siblings, a surprise reunion was joyful, if bittersweet.

What to Know About P.O.W.s in Myanmar’s Brutal Civil War

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What to Know About P.O.W.s in Myanmar’s Brutal Civil War

by Richard C. Paddock

As the rebels have gained ground, they have detained thousands of prisoners of war. Their enemy, the junta, keeps few captives.

Haiti’s Landmark Oloffson Hotel is Destroyed in an Apparent Arson Fire

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Haiti’s Landmark Oloffson Hotel is Destroyed in an Apparent Arson Fire

by David C. Adams

Haiti’s famed Oloffson Hotel, a cultural landmark and celebrity haven, was incinerated amid rising violence by gangs that control most of the country’s capital.

As Renewed U.S. Tariffs Loom, Emerging Economies Turn to One Another

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As Renewed U.S. Tariffs Loom, Emerging Economies Turn to One Another

by Ana Ionova

With President Trump preparing to revive tariffs this week, some of the world’s biggest exporters are planning a future less dependent on trade with the United States.

Tuesday Briefing: Trump’s New Tariff Threats

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Tuesday Briefing: Trump’s New Tariff Threats

by Justin Porter

Plus, the beautiful chaos of Rio’s beaches.

Why Are Protesters in Mexico City Angry at Remote Workers?

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Why Are Protesters in Mexico City Angry at Remote Workers?

by Emiliano Rodríguez Mega, Paulina Villegas and Simon Romero

Top concerns include the displacement of longtime residents as rents and food prices surge. Ire over the influx of well-heeled foreigners has been building for years.

Japan, Moldova, Iraq: Here Are Trump’s New Tariff Threats

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Japan, Moldova, Iraq: Here Are Trump’s New Tariff Threats

by Christine Zhang and Tony Romm

President Trump has told 21 countries that they will face tariffs of at least 20% on Aug. 1 if they don’t reach agreements by then.

Trump and Netanyahu Meet Amid Gaza Cease-Fire Negotiations

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Trump and Netanyahu Meet Amid Gaza Cease-Fire Negotiations

by Luke Broadwater and Maggie Haberman

The two confronted an array of high-stakes Middle East issues. But first they took a victory lap, including the Israeli leader telling President Trump he had nominated him for a Nobel Peace Prize.

Von der Leyen Faces No-Confidence Vote in Far-Right Challenge

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Von der Leyen Faces No-Confidence Vote in Far-Right Challenge

by Jeanna Smialek

Ahead of the vote on Thursday, Ursula von der Leyen, president of the commission, appeared before the European Parliament to defend herself against complaints about transparency.

Iran Carries Out Mass Expulsion of Afghan Refugees

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Iran Carries Out Mass Expulsion of Afghan Refugees

by Nick Cumming-Bruce

About 800,000 people have been deported to Afghanistan, a desperately poor country, under an Iranian campaign that accelerated sharply in June.

Trump Revives Trade War, Threatening Steep Aug. 1 Tariffs on Allies

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Trump Revives Trade War, Threatening Steep Aug. 1 Tariffs on Allies

by Ana Swanson and Tony Romm

President Trump said Japan and South Korea would face tariffs of 25 percent unless they reached an agreement with the United States. Other countries received notice of higher levies.

Trump Administration Ends Deportation Protections for Hondurans and Nicaraguans

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Trump Administration Ends Deportation Protections for Hondurans and Nicaraguans

by Hamed Aleaziz

The decision by the Homeland Security Department to end protections for migrants from those countries goes into effect in about two months.

Russia Confirms Death of Minister Hours After Kremlin Dismissed Him

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Russia Confirms Death of Minister Hours After Kremlin Dismissed Him

by Paul Sonne

Roman V. Starovoyt, the transport minister, had governed the Kursk region before Ukrainian forces occupied part of it in 2024.


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Trump Administration Renews Attacks On Harvard With Negotiations Uncertain

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Trump Administration Renews Attacks On Harvard With Negotiations Uncertain

by Alan Blinder and Michael C. Bender

The Department of Homeland Security issued administrative subpoenas seeking data about the university’s international students, while two federal agencies challenged Harvard’s accreditation.

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A Dark-of-Night Flood Escape at the River Inn in Texas

by Meredith Honig and John Branch

Along the Guadalupe River, a 60-room inn and nearby homes were quickly filling with water. Confusion, desperation and heroism ensued.

Trump Administration Sues California Over Transgender Athletes

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Trump Administration Sues California Over Transgender Athletes

by Karoun Demirjian

The Justice Department filed a lawsuit against two California agencies, accusing them of violating Title IX by allowing transgender athletes to compete in girls’ sports.

EU Seeks U.S. Trade Deal as Trump Tariff Threat Looms

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EU Seeks U.S. Trade Deal as Trump Tariff Threat Looms

by Jeanna Smialek and Ana Swanson

The European Union is still hoping for a rough outline of a deal, even after President Trump talked about sending the bloc a letter outlining tariffs that would be imposed Aug. 1.

U.S.

Elon Musk Consulted Curtis Yarvin, Right-Wing Thinker, on Third Party

by Theodore Schleifer

The two men spoke about Mr. Musk’s push to create the America Party before the midterm elections. Mr. Yarvin has expressed support for a monarchy, along with provocative ideas about race.

Trump to Discuss Economic Investment With African Leaders at White House Meeting

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Trump to Discuss Economic Investment With African Leaders at White House Meeting

by Zolan Kanno-Youngs and Ruth Maclean

The administration is aiming to strike deals to expand the United States’ access to critical minerals and to counter China’s rising influence in Africa.

U.S. Copper Prices Surge on Trump’s Threat of 50% Tariff

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U.S. Copper Prices Surge on Trump’s Threat of 50% Tariff

by Bernhard Warner

Prices for the metal hit a record high after the president suggested a higher rate than many analysts were expecting.

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Did the Texas Flood Warnings Come in Time?

by Judson Jones, Alexandra Ostasiewicz, James Surdam and Nikolay Nikolov

When deadly floods swept through Texas, the National Weather Service issued a series of warnings that should have automatically triggered alerts to be sent to cellphones as the Guadalupe River began to rise. Judson Jones, a meteorologist and reporter for The New York Times, explains how catastrophe ensued despite those warnings.

Death Toll Reaches at Least 119 in Texas Floods, With 173 Missing

U.S.

Death Toll Reaches at Least 119 in Texas Floods, With 173 Missing

by Edgar Sandoval

Officials defended their actions in the hardest-hit county, where no survivors have been found since Friday and questions are mounting over disaster preparation and flood warnings.

Bessent Steps Up Criticism of Fed as Auditions for Chair Intensify

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Bessent Steps Up Criticism of Fed as Auditions for Chair Intensify

by Alan Rappeport and Colby Smith

The Treasury secretary is breaking with tradition in publicly assailing the central bank’s policies as President Trump looks for its next leader.

Texas Flooding Shows the Dangers Posed by Hill Country Rivers

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Texas Flooding Shows the Dangers Posed by Hill Country Rivers

by Rick Rojas

The rivers etching the terrain are a beloved feature of the rapidly growing region. But last week’s flooding was an agonizing reminder of the dangers they pose.

Trump Treats Tariffs More as a Form of Power Than as a Trade Tool

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Trump Treats Tariffs More as a Form of Power Than as a Trade Tool

by Maggie Haberman

Instead of viewing tariffs as part of a broader trade policy, President Trump sees them as a valuable weapon he can wield on the world stage.

How Crypto Lobbying Won Over Trump

U.S.

How Crypto Lobbying Won Over Trump

by David Yaffe-Bellany and Kenneth P. Vogel

The industry’s courtship of Donald J. Trump resulted in one of the great lobbying free-for-alls in recent Washington history.

Trump Takes Reins on U.S. Economy With Policy Bill and Tariffs Renewal

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Trump Takes Reins on U.S. Economy With Policy Bill and Tariffs Renewal

by Tony Romm and Colby Smith

President Trump has achieved much of his agenda, leaving the fate of the economy squarely in his hands.

Trump Got the Green Light to Fire Federal Workers. Now, They Wait.

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Trump Got the Green Light to Fire Federal Workers. Now, They Wait.

by Eileen Sullivan and Chris Cameron

A court-ordered pause in May covered nearly two dozen federal agencies at different stages of executing President Trump’s directive for mass layoffs. The Supreme Court said the administration could proceed.

L.A. Moves to Join Lawsuit Against Trump Administration’s Immigration Raids

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L.A. Moves to Join Lawsuit Against Trump Administration’s Immigration Raids

by Orlando Mayorquín

The legal move came the day after federal agents and National Guard troops converged on a Los Angeles park in an extraordinary show of force.

More Storms Are Expected in New Mexico, After Flooding Killed 3

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More Storms Are Expected in New Mexico, After Flooding Killed 3

by Alexandra E. Petri, Mark Walker, Francesca Regalado and Christine Hauser

Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham declared a state of emergency for the village of Ruidoso, in an area that was scarred by wildfires last year.

Abbott Calls Seeking Blame for Floods ‘the Word Choice of Losers’

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Abbott Calls Seeking Blame for Floods ‘the Word Choice of Losers’

by Jack Healy

As both the death toll and number of questions about official preparedness increased, the Texas governor invoked football metaphors, saying “every team makes mistakes.”

Trump’s Frustration With Putin Preceded Resumption of U.S. Weapons to Ukraine

U.S.

Trump’s Frustration With Putin Preceded Resumption of U.S. Weapons to Ukraine

by Maggie Haberman and Eric Schmitt

President Trump lashed out at the Russian leader on Tuesday, signaling a change in his posture toward the conflict.

Trash Overflows in Philadelphia as City Workers’ Strike Enters Second Week

U.S.

Trash Overflows in Philadelphia as City Workers’ Strike Enters Second Week

by Neil Vigdor, Rylee Kirk and Campbell Robertson

Pungent odors permeate the City of Brotherly Love as a contract impasse between the city and the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees continues.

Trump Uses Cabinet Meeting to Vent About Epstein, Putin and Powell

U.S.

Trump Uses Cabinet Meeting to Vent About Epstein, Putin and Powell

by Shawn McCreesh

The president held forth in public for 104 minutes, using a cabinet meeting to express much that is on his mind.

Trump and Bondi, Confronted Over Epstein Files, Tell Supporters to Move On

U.S.

Trump and Bondi, Confronted Over Epstein Files, Tell Supporters to Move On

by Glenn Thrush and Stuart A. Thompson

A small but influential cohort of the president’s far-right political coalition spared him their ire but turned with a vengeance on the attorney general and the top officials at the F.B.I.

What Is a Trade Deal? Trump Takes an Expansive View.

U.S.

What Is a Trade Deal? Trump Takes an Expansive View.

by Ana Swanson

The president is deploying the word “deal” liberally, using the term to describe all kinds of trade arrangements, some very limited or one-sided.

Supreme Court Clears Way for Trump Administration’s Mass Firings of Federal Workers

U.S.

Supreme Court Clears Way for Trump Administration’s Mass Firings of Federal Workers

by Abbie VanSickle

The justices announced they were not ruling on the legality of the specific downsizing plans but they allowed the Trump administration to proceed for now with its restructuring efforts.

Colorado Judge Fines MyPillow Founder’s Lawyers for Error-Filled Court Filing

U.S.

Colorado Judge Fines MyPillow Founder’s Lawyers for Error-Filled Court Filing

by Michael Levenson

The judge said the lawyers had not explained how such errors could have been filed “absent the use of generative artificial intelligence or gross carelessness by counsel.”

U.S.

Two Found, Two Missing: An Agonizing Search After the Texas Floods

by Emily Cochrane

Four friends, all in their 20s, planned to spend the weekend in the Hill Country. Then the rains came.

California Rejects Trump Demand to Remove Trans Athletes From Women’s Sports

U.S.

California Rejects Trump Demand to Remove Trans Athletes From Women’s Sports

by Soumya Karlamangla

The Trump administration signaled that it would pursue enforcement actions against the state and previously threatened to cut federal education funds.

North Carolina Family of 4 Killed in Small Plane Crash

U.S.

North Carolina Family of 4 Killed in Small Plane Crash

by Christine Hauser

The Buchanans, who ran a sprawling farm and store about 40 miles outside Raleigh, died on Monday.

Agriculture Dept. to Crack Down on Chinese Ownership of American Farmland

U.S.

Agriculture Dept. to Crack Down on Chinese Ownership of American Farmland

by Linda Qiu

The agriculture secretary announced a plan to limit Chinese and foreign purchases of farmland as part of its national security strategy.

10 Charged With Attempted Murder in Officer Shooting at ICE Detention Center

U.S.

10 Charged With Attempted Murder in Officer Shooting at ICE Detention Center

by Amanda Holpuch

One police officer was wounded after at least two people shot at officers outside an immigration detention center in Texas, according to a criminal complaint in federal court.

Laura Loomer, Trump’s Blunt Instrument

U.S.

Laura Loomer, Trump’s Blunt Instrument

by Ken Bensinger and Robert Draper

The right-wing provocateur and Islamophobe has few friends in the West Wing but a big fan in the Oval Office.


Politics

Trump Administration Renews Attacks On Harvard With Negotiations Uncertain

Politics

Trump Administration Renews Attacks On Harvard With Negotiations Uncertain

by Alan Blinder and Michael C. Bender

The Department of Homeland Security issued administrative subpoenas seeking data about the university’s international students, while two federal agencies challenged Harvard’s accreditation.

Trump Administration Sues California Over Transgender Athletes

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Trump Administration Sues California Over Transgender Athletes

by Karoun Demirjian

The Justice Department filed a lawsuit against two California agencies, accusing them of violating Title IX by allowing transgender athletes to compete in girls’ sports.

EU Seeks U.S. Trade Deal as Trump Tariff Threat Looms

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EU Seeks U.S. Trade Deal as Trump Tariff Threat Looms

by Jeanna Smialek and Ana Swanson

The European Union is still hoping for a rough outline of a deal, even after President Trump talked about sending the bloc a letter outlining tariffs that would be imposed Aug. 1.

Politics

Elon Musk Consulted Curtis Yarvin, Right-Wing Thinker, on Third Party

by Theodore Schleifer

The two men spoke about Mr. Musk’s push to create the America Party before the midterm elections. Mr. Yarvin has expressed support for a monarchy, along with provocative ideas about race.

Trump to Discuss Economic Investment With African Leaders at White House Meeting

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Trump to Discuss Economic Investment With African Leaders at White House Meeting

by Zolan Kanno-Youngs and Ruth Maclean

The administration is aiming to strike deals to expand the United States’ access to critical minerals and to counter China’s rising influence in Africa.

U.S. Copper Prices Surge on Trump’s Threat of 50% Tariff

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U.S. Copper Prices Surge on Trump’s Threat of 50% Tariff

by Bernhard Warner

Prices for the metal hit a record high after the president suggested a higher rate than many analysts were expecting.

Bessent Steps Up Criticism of Fed as Auditions for Chair Intensify

Politics

Bessent Steps Up Criticism of Fed as Auditions for Chair Intensify

by Alan Rappeport and Colby Smith

The Treasury secretary is breaking with tradition in publicly assailing the central bank’s policies as President Trump looks for its next leader.

Trump Treats Tariffs More as a Form of Power Than as a Trade Tool

Politics

Trump Treats Tariffs More as a Form of Power Than as a Trade Tool

by Maggie Haberman

Instead of viewing tariffs as part of a broader trade policy, President Trump sees them as a valuable weapon he can wield on the world stage.

How Crypto Lobbying Won Over Trump

Politics

How Crypto Lobbying Won Over Trump

by David Yaffe-Bellany and Kenneth P. Vogel

The industry’s courtship of Donald J. Trump resulted in one of the great lobbying free-for-alls in recent Washington history.

Trump Takes Reins on U.S. Economy With Policy Bill and Tariffs Renewal

Politics

Trump Takes Reins on U.S. Economy With Policy Bill and Tariffs Renewal

by Tony Romm and Colby Smith

President Trump has achieved much of his agenda, leaving the fate of the economy squarely in his hands.

Trump Got the Green Light to Fire Federal Workers. Now, They Wait.

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Trump Got the Green Light to Fire Federal Workers. Now, They Wait.

by Eileen Sullivan and Chris Cameron

A court-ordered pause in May covered nearly two dozen federal agencies at different stages of executing President Trump’s directive for mass layoffs. The Supreme Court said the administration could proceed.

L.A. Moves to Join Lawsuit Against Trump Administration’s Immigration Raids

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L.A. Moves to Join Lawsuit Against Trump Administration’s Immigration Raids

by Orlando Mayorquín

The legal move came the day after federal agents and National Guard troops converged on a Los Angeles park in an extraordinary show of force.

Trump’s Frustration With Putin Preceded Resumption of U.S. Weapons to Ukraine

Politics

Trump’s Frustration With Putin Preceded Resumption of U.S. Weapons to Ukraine

by Maggie Haberman and Eric Schmitt

President Trump lashed out at the Russian leader on Tuesday, signaling a change in his posture toward the conflict.

T.S.A. Officially Tells Air Travelers They Can Keep Their Shoes On

Politics

T.S.A. Officially Tells Air Travelers They Can Keep Their Shoes On

by Christine Chung

Pointing to “layered screening,” Kristi Noem, the homeland security secretary, ended two decades of socks and bare feet at U.S. airport checkpoints.

Trump Uses Cabinet Meeting to Vent About Epstein, Putin and Powell

Politics

Trump Uses Cabinet Meeting to Vent About Epstein, Putin and Powell

by Shawn McCreesh

The president held forth in public for 104 minutes, using a cabinet meeting to express much that is on his mind.

Trump and Bondi, Confronted Over Epstein Files, Tell Supporters to Move On

Politics

Trump and Bondi, Confronted Over Epstein Files, Tell Supporters to Move On

by Glenn Thrush and Stuart A. Thompson

A small but influential cohort of the president’s far-right political coalition spared him their ire but turned with a vengeance on the attorney general and the top officials at the F.B.I.

U.S. Botched a Deal to Swap Venezuelans in El Salvador for American Prisoners

Politics

U.S. Botched a Deal to Swap Venezuelans in El Salvador for American Prisoners

by Frances Robles, Julie Turkewitz and Zolan Kanno-Youngs

Secretary of State Marco Rubio and the U.S. envoy to Venezuela were both working on different deals and ended up at cross purposes.

What Is a Trade Deal? Trump Takes an Expansive View.

Politics

What Is a Trade Deal? Trump Takes an Expansive View.

by Ana Swanson

The president is deploying the word “deal” liberally, using the term to describe all kinds of trade arrangements, some very limited or one-sided.

Supreme Court Clears Way for Trump Administration’s Mass Firings of Federal Workers

Politics

Supreme Court Clears Way for Trump Administration’s Mass Firings of Federal Workers

by Abbie VanSickle

The justices announced they were not ruling on the legality of the specific downsizing plans but they allowed the Trump administration to proceed for now with its restructuring efforts.

California Rejects Trump Demand to Remove Trans Athletes From Women’s Sports

Politics

California Rejects Trump Demand to Remove Trans Athletes From Women’s Sports

by Soumya Karlamangla

The Trump administration signaled that it would pursue enforcement actions against the state and previously threatened to cut federal education funds.

Agriculture Dept. to Crack Down on Chinese Ownership of American Farmland

Politics

Agriculture Dept. to Crack Down on Chinese Ownership of American Farmland

by Linda Qiu

The agriculture secretary announced a plan to limit Chinese and foreign purchases of farmland as part of its national security strategy.

10 Charged With Attempted Murder in Officer Shooting at ICE Detention Center

Politics

10 Charged With Attempted Murder in Officer Shooting at ICE Detention Center

by Amanda Holpuch

One police officer was wounded after at least two people shot at officers outside an immigration detention center in Texas, according to a criminal complaint in federal court.

Laura Loomer, Trump’s Blunt Instrument

Politics

Laura Loomer, Trump’s Blunt Instrument

by Ken Bensinger and Robert Draper

The right-wing provocateur and Islamophobe has few friends in the West Wing but a big fan in the Oval Office.


N.Y.

Locomotive 4207, on the Rails for 60 Years and Still Hauling Commuters

N.Y.

Locomotive 4207, on the Rails for 60 Years and Still Hauling Commuters

by Michael Harmon

New Jersey Transit relies on more than 20 old-school diesel engines, including the United States’ oldest locomotive in regular passenger service.

American Kennel Club Harms French Bulldogs’ Health, PETA Says in Suit

N.Y.

American Kennel Club Harms French Bulldogs’ Health, PETA Says in Suit

by Ed Shanahan

The animal rights group argues that the standards the kennel club promotes for several dog breeds, including America’s most popular one, cause physical deformities.

Adams and Police Chiefs Let N.Y.P.D. Corruption Fester, Suits Charge

N.Y.

Adams and Police Chiefs Let N.Y.P.D. Corruption Fester, Suits Charge

by Maria Cramer

The lawsuits, by four former police officers, claim that a culture of cronyism ruled the department. James Essig, who was chief of detectives, said that promotions were sold for $15,000.

Should New York City Ditch Its Party Primaries in Favor of Open Races?

N.Y.

Should New York City Ditch Its Party Primaries in Favor of Open Races?

by Emma G. Fitzsimmons

A panel created by Mayor Eric Adams wants to consider using an “open primary” system for elections in New York City. Here’s how the plan would work.

Barnard College Pledges ‘Zero Tolerance’ for Antisemitism in Settlement

N.Y.

Barnard College Pledges ‘Zero Tolerance’ for Antisemitism in Settlement

by Sharon Otterman

Jewish and Israeli students had sued the school, saying they faced severe and pervasive discrimination on campus.

A Primer on Primaries for New Yorkers

N.Y.

A Primer on Primaries for New Yorkers

by Samantha Latson

Should they be open or closed? In even years or odd? The mayor’s charter revision panel is considering shaking up the city’s voting system.

N.Y.P.D. Investigates Death of an 18-Year-Old in a Bronx Police Station

N.Y.

N.Y.P.D. Investigates Death of an 18-Year-Old in a Bronx Police Station

by Chelsia Rose Marcius

Saniyah Cheatham was found unconscious in her cell early Saturday after she was arrested in an assault case. Friends said she had been in good spirits the day before.

After Mamdani’s Win, Some Democrats Are Determined to Stop Him

N.Y.

After Mamdani’s Win, Some Democrats Are Determined to Stop Him

by Jeffery C. Mays and Nicholas Fandos

Though Zohran Mamdani scored a resounding victory in New York City’s Democratic primary, some in his own party are strategizing about how to defeat him in November.

Why 1.5 Million New Yorkers Could Lose Health Insurance Under Trump Bill

N.Y.

Why 1.5 Million New Yorkers Could Lose Health Insurance Under Trump Bill

by Joseph Goldstein

As in other states, Medicaid will be affected. But so will another health insurance program that plays a bigger role in New York than elsewhere.

N.Y.

‘Memnon’ Review: To Fight or Not to Fight?

by Laura Collins-Hughes

In Will Power’s play for the Classical Theater of Harlem, Eric Berryman stars as an Ethiopian king drawn into the Trojan War.

How the Rich Go Grocery Shopping

N.Y.

How the Rich Go Grocery Shopping

by Taylor Robinson

In the Hamptons, gourmet stores cater to shoppers who don’t really worry what things cost. The shops meet the need for lobster salad, caviar and pink oyster mushrooms.

Restaurant Review: Kabawa in the East Village

N.Y.

Restaurant Review: Kabawa in the East Village

by Ligaya Mishan

Our critic reviews Kabawa in the East Village, where Paul Carmichael brings a singular skill (but no fussiness) to the food he grew up on.

What’s to Love About the New Jersey Turnpike? Everything.

N.Y.

What’s to Love About the New Jersey Turnpike? Everything.

by Simon Wu

Get on this highway and take a drive straight into science fiction.

N.Y.

Laurie Metcalf to Star in Broadway Play Produced by Scott Rudin

by Michael Paulson

The production, of the Samuel D. Hunter play “Little Bear Ridge Road” that got strong reviews in Chicago will be the first produced by Rudin since news reports of his bullying behavior in 2021.

N.Y.

11 Off Broadway Plays to See in July

by Elisabeth Vincentelli

Here’s what’s onstage in New York: a new musical about Joy Mangano of Miracle Mop fame, and two plays from the “Oh, Mary!” director Sam Pinkleton.

N.Y.

As Drones Spot Sharks, New York Beaches Are Shut Down

by Maia Coleman and Nate Schweber

Drone technology seemed to contribute to an unusual number of shark sightings along Rockaway Beach in recent days. Each time swimmers were ordered out of the ocean.

N.Y.

‘It Took One Bounce Before My Brother Blocked It With His Stomach’

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A trip to Yankee Stadium leaves a mark, a Second Avenue sneeze and more reader tales of New York City in this week’s Metropolitan Diary.

In ‘Orgasmic Meditation’ Case, Did a Zealous Media Strategy Backfire?

N.Y.

In ‘Orgasmic Meditation’ Case, Did a Zealous Media Strategy Backfire?

by Santul Nerkar

After two leaders of OneTaste were convicted, a judge referred to the aggressive publicity campaign on their behalf as she jailed them until their sentencing.

Combs’s Racketeering Acquittal Was a Rare Misfire for a Powerful Law

N.Y.

Combs’s Racketeering Acquittal Was a Rare Misfire for a Powerful Law

by Benjamin Weiser and Hurubie Meko

The Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act has been an effective cudgel in a variety of criminal cases. Some defense lawyers say prosecutors use it unfairly.


Business

A New Barbie Wears Blue Polka-Dots, and a Glucose Monitor

Business

A New Barbie Wears Blue Polka-Dots, and a Glucose Monitor

by Claire Moses

The doll pairs a blue polka-dot outfit with an insulin pump and continuous glucose monitor.

Business

Hertz and Other Rental Car Agencies Turn to AI for Damage Detection

by Gabe Castro-Root

Hertz and other agencies are increasingly relying on scanners that use high-res imaging and A.I. to flag even tiny blemishes, and customers aren’t happy.

Business

Not Invited to Dior’s Show in Paris, a Fashion Influencer Hosts a Watch Party Instead

by Yola Mzizi

Denied a seat at Jonathan Anderson’s Dior debut, a fashion critic invited all of Paris to watch it with him at a bar. Hundreds took him up on the offer.

Trump’s Trade War Roils the Copper Market

Business

Trump’s Trade War Roils the Copper Market

by Andrew Ross Sorkin, Bernhard Warner, Sarah Kessler, Michael J. de la Merced, Danielle Kaye and Lauren Hirsch

Futures contracts hit a record price after the president announced plans for a 50 percent tariff on the metal, driving up costs for businesses.

What Happened to Tesla’s Annual Shareholders Meeting?

Business

What Happened to Tesla’s Annual Shareholders Meeting?

by Jack Ewing

A group of state treasurers and investors is complaining that the company, facing falling sales, is about to miss a legal deadline to hold a shareholder forum.

Bessent Steps Up Criticism of Fed as Auditions for Chair Intensify

Business

Bessent Steps Up Criticism of Fed as Auditions for Chair Intensify

by Alan Rappeport and Colby Smith

The Treasury secretary is breaking with tradition in publicly assailing the central bank’s policies as President Trump looks for its next leader.

Trump Treats Tariffs More as a Form of Power Than as a Trade Tool

Business

Trump Treats Tariffs More as a Form of Power Than as a Trade Tool

by Maggie Haberman

Instead of viewing tariffs as part of a broader trade policy, President Trump sees them as a valuable weapon he can wield on the world stage.

As Truth Social Business Struggles, Trump Media Goes Big on Crypto

Business

As Truth Social Business Struggles, Trump Media Goes Big on Crypto

by Matthew Goldstein

The pivot to crypto highlights the reality of Truth Social, one of President Trump’s highest-profile business interests: It doesn’t generate much revenue.

How Crypto Lobbying Won Over Trump

Business

How Crypto Lobbying Won Over Trump

by David Yaffe-Bellany and Kenneth P. Vogel

The industry’s courtship of Donald J. Trump resulted in one of the great lobbying free-for-alls in recent Washington history.

Youth Sports Are a $40 Billion Business. Private Equity Is Taking Notice.

Business

Youth Sports Are a $40 Billion Business. Private Equity Is Taking Notice.

by Joe Drape and Ken Belson

An American obsession is attracting investments in baseball fields, volleyball courts and football camps, intensifying the gap between families with means and those without.

Trump Takes Reins on U.S. Economy With Policy Bill and Tariffs Renewal

Business

Trump Takes Reins on U.S. Economy With Policy Bill and Tariffs Renewal

by Tony Romm and Colby Smith

President Trump has achieved much of his agenda, leaving the fate of the economy squarely in his hands.

Britain’s Economic Bind: Face Public Disapproval or Investor Wrath

Business

Britain’s Economic Bind: Face Public Disapproval or Investor Wrath

by Eshe Nelson

The Labour Party is starting its second year in control of the government with difficult choices over whether to curb spending or raise taxes.

T.S.A. Officially Tells Air Travelers They Can Keep Their Shoes On

Business

T.S.A. Officially Tells Air Travelers They Can Keep Their Shoes On

by Christine Chung

Pointing to “layered screening,” Kristi Noem, the homeland security secretary, ended two decades of socks and bare feet at U.S. airport checkpoints.

What Is a Trade Deal? Trump Takes an Expansive View.

Business

What Is a Trade Deal? Trump Takes an Expansive View.

by Ana Swanson

The president is deploying the word “deal” liberally, using the term to describe all kinds of trade arrangements, some very limited or one-sided.

Supreme Court Clears Way for Trump Administration’s Mass Firings of Federal Workers

Business

Supreme Court Clears Way for Trump Administration’s Mass Firings of Federal Workers

by Abbie VanSickle

The justices announced they were not ruling on the legality of the specific downsizing plans but they allowed the Trump administration to proceed for now with its restructuring efforts.

Agriculture Dept. to Crack Down on Chinese Ownership of American Farmland

Business

Agriculture Dept. to Crack Down on Chinese Ownership of American Farmland

by Linda Qiu

The agriculture secretary announced a plan to limit Chinese and foreign purchases of farmland as part of its national security strategy.

Business

Stock Markets Rise After Trump Extends Tariff Deadline

by River Akira Davis and Joe Rennison

The president noted that U.S. negotiators remained open to offers from trading partners, suggesting that tariffs could be reduced before — or even after — the deadline on Aug. 1.

A Prominent Investor Is Criticized Over Mamdani Comments

Business

A Prominent Investor Is Criticized Over Mamdani Comments

by Andrew Ross Sorkin, Bernhard Warner, Sarah Kessler, Michael J. de la Merced and Danielle Kaye

A partner at Sequoia, the venture capital giant drew criticism for calling the Democratic mayoral candidate for New York an “Islamist.”

Trump Targets Japan With 25% Tariffs After Several Rounds of Trade Talks

Business

Trump Targets Japan With 25% Tariffs After Several Rounds of Trade Talks

by River Akira Davis

Tokyo had expected smooth tariff negotiations but is experiencing whiplash, becoming a central target of President Trump’s trade frustrations.

Trump’s New Trade Threats Set Off Global Scramble to Avoid Tariffs

Business

Trump’s New Trade Threats Set Off Global Scramble to Avoid Tariffs

by Lydia DePillis, Alexandra Stevenson, River Akira Davis, Choe Sang-Hun, Meaghan Tobin and Daisuke Wakabayashi

Many countries thought they were negotiating in good faith. The White House renewed its “reciprocal” tariff plan anyway, giving countries until Aug. 1 to make offers.

Driving Cross Country? Here Are the Apps You Want.

Business

Driving Cross Country? Here Are the Apps You Want.

by Jennifer A. Kingson

On a road trip from New York to Los Angeles (and back), a writer found digital tools that helped her navigate and find a cornucopia of “weird attractions.”

The Mexican Businessman Grateful for Trump’s Tariffs

Business

The Mexican Businessman Grateful for Trump’s Tariffs

by Emiliano Rodríguez Mega and César Rodríguez

A small company in northern Mexico had faced steep competition from China in making straps, plugs, fasteners, grommets, zip ties and clamps. Now, U.S. tariffs have driven a spike in his business.

Business

OpenAI and Microsoft Bankroll New A.I. Training for Teachers

by Natasha Singer

The American Federation of Teachers said it would use the $23 million, including $500,000 from the A.I. start-up Anthropic, to create a national training center.

South Korea Keeps Its Chin Up as Trump Wields Tariff Threat

Business

South Korea Keeps Its Chin Up as Trump Wields Tariff Threat

by Choe Sang-Hun

The country’s new president, in office for a little over a month, had just dispatched his senior deputies to Washington to try to work out a trade deal.

Japan, Moldova, Iraq: Here Are Trump’s New Tariff Threats

Business

Japan, Moldova, Iraq: Here Are Trump’s New Tariff Threats

by Christine Zhang and Tony Romm

President Trump has told 21 countries that they will face tariffs of at least 20% on Aug. 1 if they don’t reach agreements by then.

Trump Administration Acknowledges Lack of Evidence for Jeffrey Epstein ‘Client List’

Business

Trump Administration Acknowledges Lack of Evidence for Jeffrey Epstein ‘Client List’

by Devlin Barrett and Matthew Goldstein

After Attorney General Pam Bondi promised big revelations for months, the Justice Department noted a lack of evidence for conspiracy theories, including a “client list” and a jailhouse murder.

Increasingly Acidic Seas Threaten Oyster Farming

Business

Increasingly Acidic Seas Threaten Oyster Farming

by Jim Robbins and Ruth Fremson

Researchers and hatcheries are exploring new ways to protect shellfish in the Pacific Northwest, although Trump budget cuts may thwart their efforts.

Trump Revives Trade War, Threatening Steep Aug. 1 Tariffs on Allies

Business

Trump Revives Trade War, Threatening Steep Aug. 1 Tariffs on Allies

by Ana Swanson and Tony Romm

President Trump said Japan and South Korea would face tariffs of 25 percent unless they reached an agreement with the United States. Other countries received notice of higher levies.

Tesla Stock Dives as Elon Musk Plans New Political Party

Business

Tesla Stock Dives as Elon Musk Plans New Political Party

by Jack Ewing

Mr. Musk’s involvement in politics was once seen by investors as a benefit to Tesla. Not anymore.

Will A.I. Replace New Hires or Middle Managers?

Business

Will A.I. Replace New Hires or Middle Managers?

by Noam Scheiber

Amid layoffs at Microsoft and other large tech companies, experts are debating whose jobs are most likely to be spared.

Your Job Interviewer Is Not a Person. It’s A.I.

Business

Your Job Interviewer Is Not a Person. It’s A.I.

by Natallie Rocha

You thought artificial intelligence was coming for your job? First, it’s coming for your job interviewer.

New Deadlines, New Letters — Same Tariff Uncertainty

Business

New Deadlines, New Letters — Same Tariff Uncertainty

by Andrew Ross Sorkin, Bernhard Warner, Sarah Kessler, Michael J. de la Merced and Danielle Kaye

The Trump administration is keen to strike deals as it dangles an extension to trading partners. But it’s also issuing threats to some of them.

Trump Keeps Foreign Countries on Edge as Tariff Deadline Nears

Business

Trump Keeps Foreign Countries on Edge as Tariff Deadline Nears

by Ana Swanson

The president is again threatening higher tariff rates on a dozen foreign nations, as a deadline elapses this week for making trade deals.

Canada Shipping Natural Gas to Asia as It Looks Beyond the US for Trade

Business

Canada Shipping Natural Gas to Asia as It Looks Beyond the US for Trade

by Ian Austen

A tanker is headed to South Korea with a first shipment of liquefied natural gas from Canada, which hopes to reduce its export reliance on its neighbor.

RFK Jr.’s Battle Against Food Dyes Hits a Roadblock: M&M’s

Business

RFK Jr.’s Battle Against Food Dyes Hits a Roadblock: M&M’s

by Sheryl Gay Stolberg and Julie Creswell

The health secretary has used peer pressure to persuade food makers to nix synthetic dyes. The candy industry is holding out, arguing American consumers like bright sweets.

Business

How Trump’s Cuts Hurt Kansas Farmers, From Food Aid to Dog Chow

by Elizabeth Williamson and Gabriela Bhaskar

Kansans created Food for Peace, for 70 years a font of rural income and pride. Now at least one grain broker is trying to sell grain that once fed the world as dog food.

Can Taiwan Really Disconnect Its Economy From China?

Business

Can Taiwan Really Disconnect Its Economy From China?

by Meaghan Tobin, Amy Chang Chien and Xinyun Wu

Momentum is building in Taiwan to lessen its business dependency on China, its biggest trading partner. Doing so will not be easy.

Bessent Says He Expects Trade Deals by This Week’s Deadline

Business

Bessent Says He Expects Trade Deals by This Week’s Deadline

by Steven Moity

But the Treasury secretary also said that some countries working toward agreements with the United States could have until Aug. 1.

She Wanted to Save the World From A.I. Then the Killings Started.

Business

She Wanted to Save the World From A.I. Then the Killings Started.

by Christopher Beam

At first, Ziz LaSota seemed much like any other philosophically inclined young tech aspirant. Now, she and her followers are in jail, six people are dead, and Rationalists are examining whether their ideas played a role.

How Brands Are Taking Back Social Media From Influencers

Business

How Brands Are Taking Back Social Media From Influencers

by Yola Mzizi and Hiroko Masuike

Instead of relying on celebrities, brands are controlling the message by making their own social media videos. You may not even realize they’re selling you something.

Southwest’s C.E.O. on Why Now Is the Time for Bag Fees and Assigned Seats

Business

Southwest’s C.E.O. on Why Now Is the Time for Bag Fees and Assigned Seats

by Jordyn Holman

Bob Jordan recently introduced major changes to the way the low-cost airline works, which caused a stir among loyal fliers and left them wondering what sets it apart from competitors.

The Coder ‘Village’ at the Heart of China’s A.I. Frenzy

Business

The Coder ‘Village’ at the Heart of China’s A.I. Frenzy

by Meaghan Tobin

As China vies with Silicon Valley for primacy, Hangzhou, home to DeepSeek and Alibaba, is where its aspiring tech titans mingle and share ideas.

OPEC Plus Agrees to Pump More Oil in August

Business

OPEC Plus Agrees to Pump More Oil in August

by Stanley Reed

The increase, which the group said was a response to “a steady global economic outlook,” was higher than some analysts expected and could lead to lower oil prices.

How Many Dates Should You Go On Before You Start Talking About Money?

Business

How Many Dates Should You Go On Before You Start Talking About Money?

by Kailyn Rhone

Couples tend to dance around discussing how much they earn or owe early in a relationship. But experts agree that talking about money sooner is better than later.

Iran Looks to BRICS for Allies, Testing a New World Order

Business

Iran Looks to BRICS for Allies, Testing a New World Order

by Ana Ionova

The alliance of emerging economies hopes to offer a counterweight to the United States and other Western powers. But military strikes on Iran are testing its unity.

Business

Canada’s Indigenous Groups Demand a Say in Carney’s Race to Build

by Norimitsu Onishi and Renaud Philippe

Prime Minister Mark Carney wants to fast-track nation-building projects to remake Canada’s economy. Indigenous groups want a seat at the table.

China Has Paid a High Price for Its Dominance in Rare Earths

Business

China Has Paid a High Price for Its Dominance in Rare Earths

by Keith Bradsher

Dust and groundwater contaminated with heavy metals and radioactive chemicals pose a health threat that the authorities have been trying to address for years.

China’s Rare Earth Origin Story, Explained

Business

China’s Rare Earth Origin Story, Explained

by Keith Bradsher

Low environmental standards helped China become the world’s low-cost producer of rare earths, but Beijing was also focused on helping the industry.

S. Daniel Abraham, Who Reaped Riches With Slim-Fast, Dies at 100

Business

S. Daniel Abraham, Who Reaped Riches With Slim-Fast, Dies at 100

by Robert D. Hershey Jr.

He turned a small family business into a billion-dollar weight-loss empire by replacing calorie counting and forbidden foods with “just add milk.”


Opinion

Opinion

Pregnancy Is Going to Be Even More Dangerous in America

by Jessica Grose

The most vulnerable mothers have the most to lose from Medicaid cuts.

As the Texas Floodwaters Rose, One Indispensable Voice Was Silent

Opinion

As the Texas Floodwaters Rose, One Indispensable Voice Was Silent

by Zeynep Tufekci

The National Weather Service put out good forecasts. But a vital employee was missing.

Biden’s Chief Economist: The Chart That Convinced Me Our Debt Is a Serious Problem

Opinion

Biden’s Chief Economist: The Chart That Convinced Me Our Debt Is a Serious Problem

by Jared Bernstein

I’m no longer sanguine about the threats posed by the nation’s deficits.

The World’s Best and Brightest Are Moving, but Not to America

Opinion

The World’s Best and Brightest Are Moving, but Not to America

by Lydia Polgreen, Carlos Lozada, Vishakha Darbha, Derek Arthur and Jillian Weinberger

Immigration isn’t a crisis. It’s the future.

Opinion

If Zohran Mamdani Wins, Then What?

by Ross Barkan

He would become the leftist others look to, either as a savior or as a villain.

Netanyahu’s Victory Is Israel’s Loss

Opinion

Netanyahu’s Victory Is Israel’s Loss

by Mairav Zonszein

The 12-day war is over. But there’s no peace in sight.

For Israel, It Pays to Be a Winner

Opinion

For Israel, It Pays to Be a Winner

by Bret Stephens

Diplomatic breakthroughs in the Middle East are the result of military victories.

Musk’s Third Party Starts With a Good Idea

Opinion

Musk’s Third Party Starts With a Good Idea

by Ross Douthat

Is there a way to elect an independent bloc of senators?

Trump’s Big Bill Is Now Law. What Was Learned?

Opinion

Trump’s Big Bill Is Now Law. What Was Learned?

by

Readers see varying lessons in President Trump’s domestic policy bill. Also: Cuts that hurt community health.

Democrats Have ‘a Massive Blind Spot When It Comes to Male Issues’

Opinion

Democrats Have ‘a Massive Blind Spot When It Comes to Male Issues’

by Thomas B. Edsall

If men had supported Kamala Harris at the same level as women, Harris would have won the popular vote, and possibly the Electoral College.

How the Attention Economy Is Devouring Gen Z — and the Rest of Us

Opinion

How the Attention Economy Is Devouring Gen Z — and the Rest of Us

by Ezra Klein

The economics writer Kyla Scanlon on how attention has come to shape politics, our economy, Gen Z and more.

Lawrence Summers: This Law Made Me Ashamed of My Country

Opinion

Lawrence Summers: This Law Made Me Ashamed of My Country

by Lawrence H. Summers

A focus on economics misses the human brutality that is the most problematic aspect of this legislation.

How to Make Senate Republicans Pay for Their Awful Bill

Opinion

How to Make Senate Republicans Pay for Their Awful Bill

by Michelle Goldberg

As Dan Osborn begins a new Senate campaign, he thinks some Republicans have buyer’s remorse.

The G.O.P. Fought for This Bill. When Trump’s Cuts Came? Silence.

Opinion

The G.O.P. Fought for This Bill. When Trump’s Cuts Came? Silence.

by Jillian Weinberger

The unlikely rise and tragic fall of a bipartisan solution on gun violence.

The Grip That Race and Identity Have on My Students

Opinion

The Grip That Race and Identity Have on My Students

by Thomas Chatterton Williams

We cannot return to the innocence of the Obama era even if that is what we want.

Opinion

The Last Words of a Dying Glacier

by Lutz Stautner

A glacier is disappearing. An artist is trying to preserve its sound.

Opinion

Crying Glacier

by Lutz Stautner

What does a melting glacier sound like? Artist Ludwig Berger attempts to record a disappearing environment.

This Is BYD, the Chinese Car That’s Taking Over the World

Opinion

This Is BYD, the Chinese Car That’s Taking Over the World

by Michael Dunne

China’s national champion carmaker BYD embodies a state-led industrial model that America may no longer be able to compete with.

In Texas, Another Tragic Warning on Climate Change

Opinion

In Texas, Another Tragic Warning on Climate Change

by

Readers react to the unfolding flooding disaster in Texas. Also: Empathy for immigrants; anticipating the 250th anniversary of the United States.

Texas Hill Country Is Underwater, and America’s Emergency Lifeline Is Fraying

Opinion

Texas Hill Country Is Underwater, and America’s Emergency Lifeline Is Fraying

by MaryAnn Tierney

With each passing day, the federal government is becoming less prepared to face the next big disaster.

Opinion

Now You See Josh Hawley, Now You Don’t

by Frank Bruni

The Missouri senator’s evasions expose a disgraced Senate.

The Questions Started With the Wren

Opinion

The Questions Started With the Wren

by Margaret Renkl

In this season of life and loss, the strangest moments arrive without answers.

Opinion

After a Friend’s Death, I Started Dead Lifting With Dante

by Sebastian Langdell

After a friend’s death, a medieval literature professor learns to love the gym — and finds unexpected connections to his studies.

Opinion

The Ruthless Ambition of Stephen Miller

by Jason Zengerle

The most powerful man in the West Wing is getting what he wants. Is Trump?

Opinion

You Don’t Have to Be a Doctor to Understand This

by Craig Spencer

The moral argument for global health is the strongest we have.

Opinion

Blake Lively vs. the ‘Misogyny Slop Ecosystem’

by Kat Tenbarge

It seems inevitable that this environment will deter other women from speaking up.

Opinion

Big Tech Wants to Profit From the Loneliness It Helps Cause

by Samantha Rose Hill

Artificial intelligence solutions are being pushed on customers that make them lonelier. That’s all part of the plan.

Keir Starmer Is Fading Away

Opinion

Keir Starmer Is Fading Away

by Moya Lothian-McLean

After a year in power, Keir Starmer appears to be losing not just political weight but material substance, too.

A Law School’s Award for a Racist Paper

Opinion

A Law School’s Award for a Racist Paper

by

Readers react to an award for a law student’s essay claiming that the rights recognized in the Constitution apply only to white people. Also: Climate change.

Opinion

One of the Worst Industries in the World Gets Its Comeuppance

by David French

Porn platforms just got what they deserved at the Supreme Court.

Jeff Flake: The Republican Fever Must Break

Opinion

Jeff Flake: The Republican Fever Must Break

by Jeff Flake

What Senator Thom Tillis’s retirement says about today’s Republican Party.

Opinion

Walt Whitman Would Have Hated DOGE

by Elisa New

Trump’s cuts to the N.E.A. and the N.E.H. will leave America depleted.

Opinion

Israel Is Fast Alienating the Democratic Base

by Peter Beinart

What we can learn from the New York Democratic mayoral primary.

Americans Fought Off This Awful Idea in Trump’s Bill

Opinion

Americans Fought Off This Awful Idea in Trump’s Bill

by Terry Tempest Williams

Public lands are the inheritance of all Americans and should never be sold by Congress.

Opinion

How to Make Better Decisions, According to a Neuroscientist

by Emily Falk

Making decisions that align long-term goals and short-term rewards is challenging, but it can lead to better choices and richer lives.

Opinion

The Civil War That Never Ended

by Jamelle Bouie

A Q&A with Zaakir Tameez about Charles Sumner and the antislavery movement.

Efficiency Is Leading Us Nowhere

Opinion

Efficiency Is Leading Us Nowhere

by Jessica Grose

‘F1’ Is a Triumph of the Movie Star

Opinion

‘F1’ Is a Triumph of the Movie Star

by Bruce Handy

Brad Pitt, icon, is one thing that still works in America.

Donald Trump, Our Foundering Father

Opinion

Donald Trump, Our Foundering Father

by Maureen Dowd

The president celebrates July 4 by stroking his ego and choking the poor.

Girls in Africa Aren’t Asking for Pity. They’re Asking for a Chance.

Opinion

Girls in Africa Aren’t Asking for Pity. They’re Asking for a Chance.

by Nicholas Kristof

I went to West Africa to report on girls’ education. I left convinced that the Western feminist movement has grown far too comfortable fighting only for itself.

A Road Map for Undoing the Damage of the Big, Awful Bill

Opinion

A Road Map for Undoing the Damage of the Big, Awful Bill

by Jason Furman

The big, beautiful bill is a horror. It’s also an opportunity.

Trump’s Politicized F.B.I. Has Made Americans Less Safe

Opinion

Trump’s Politicized F.B.I. Has Made Americans Less Safe

by The Editorial Board

The Trump administration’s political witch hunt is risking the bureau’s effectiveness and the public’s safety.

Conservatives Are Prisoners of Their Own Tax Cuts

Opinion

Conservatives Are Prisoners of Their Own Tax Cuts

by Ross Douthat

The various ways that the G.O.P. legislation doesn’t address itself to America’s most important problems.

Opinion

The Hard and Hopeful Realities of Dementia

by

Readers offer contrasting views on a guest essay by Lynn Casteel Harper.

Filling Jobs, and Bridging the Blue-Collar Gap

Opinion

Filling Jobs, and Bridging the Blue-Collar Gap

by

Readers respond to an article about jobs in manufacturing. Also: Young minds and digital addiction.

What Sean Combs Got Away With

Opinion

What Sean Combs Got Away With

by Rachel Louise Snyder

That the hotel tape is not by itself enough to convict the celebrity — of something — speaks to the system’s failures.

Is This Really How We’re Legislating Now?

Opinion

Is This Really How We’re Legislating Now?

by Brendan Buck

Congress is no longer in the business of thoughtful legislating. Its role has been reduced to putting political points on the board for the president.

The Pointless Triumph of the Hapless President Trump

Opinion

The Pointless Triumph of the Hapless President Trump

by Matthew Walther

The more things change, the more they stay the same.


Tech

How Crypto Lobbying Won Over Trump

Tech

How Crypto Lobbying Won Over Trump

by David Yaffe-Bellany and Kenneth P. Vogel

The industry’s courtship of Donald J. Trump resulted in one of the great lobbying free-for-alls in recent Washington history.

Microsoft Pledges $4 Billion Toward A.I. Education

Tech

Microsoft Pledges $4 Billion Toward A.I. Education

by Natasha Singer

Microsoft said it would provide cash, artificial intelligence tools and computing services to schools, colleges and nonprofit groups.

Jeff Williams, Apple’s Chief Operating Officer, Is Retiring After 27 Years

Tech

Jeff Williams, Apple’s Chief Operating Officer, Is Retiring After 27 Years

by Tripp Mickle

Mr. Williams was long considered a leading candidate to replace Tim Cook as the company’s next chief executive.

Grok, Elon Musk’s AI Chatbot, Shares Antisemitic Posts on X

Tech

Grok, Elon Musk’s AI Chatbot, Shares Antisemitic Posts on X

by Kate Conger

The artificial intelligence chatbot, which has a dedicated account on X, praised Hitler after fielding a query about a user’s comments on the Texas flood.

Marco Rubio Impersonation Under State Dept. Investigation

Tech

Marco Rubio Impersonation Under State Dept. Investigation

by Edward Wong

A person or people imitating the secretary of state used artificial intelligence to send text and voice messages to foreign diplomats and U.S. officials, the department said in a cable to employees.

Tech

OpenAI and Microsoft Bankroll New A.I. Training for Teachers

by Natasha Singer

The American Federation of Teachers said it would use the $23 million, including $500,000 from the A.I. start-up Anthropic, to create a national training center.

Will A.I. Replace New Hires or Middle Managers?

Tech

Will A.I. Replace New Hires or Middle Managers?

by Noam Scheiber

Amid layoffs at Microsoft and other large tech companies, experts are debating whose jobs are most likely to be spared.

Your Job Interviewer Is Not a Person. It’s A.I.

Tech

Your Job Interviewer Is Not a Person. It’s A.I.

by Natallie Rocha

You thought artificial intelligence was coming for your job? First, it’s coming for your job interviewer.

The Coder ‘Village’ at the Heart of China’s A.I. Frenzy

Tech

The Coder ‘Village’ at the Heart of China’s A.I. Frenzy

by Meaghan Tobin

As China vies with Silicon Valley for primacy, Hangzhou, home to DeepSeek and Alibaba, is where its aspiring tech titans mingle and share ideas.

YouTube Pirates Are Cashing In on Hollywood’s Summer Blockbusters

Tech

YouTube Pirates Are Cashing In on Hollywood’s Summer Blockbusters

by Nico Grant and Tripp Mickle

More than a decade after the platform cracked down on copyright infringement, thousands of unlicensed movies, TV shows and live sports are available.

Hard Fork Live, Part 2: CEOs of Stripe and Skip

Tech

Hard Fork Live, Part 2: CEOs of Stripe and Skip

by Kevin Roose, Casey Newton, Whitney Jones, Rachel Cohn, Jen Poyant, Chris Wood, Dan Powell and Marion Lozano

More from our first live show taping, including a robot pants demo and audience questions.

Tech

454 Hints That a Chatbot Wrote Part of a Biomedical Researcher’s Paper

by Gina Kolata

Scientists show that the frequency of a set of words seems to have increased in published study abstracts since ChatGPT was released into the world.

Microsoft to Lay Off About 9,000 Employees

Tech

Microsoft to Lay Off About 9,000 Employees

by Karen Weise

The reductions followed cuts of about 6,000 positions last quarter, and were indicative of a tightening job market at big technology companies.

Tech

Scientist Use A.I. To Mimic the Mind, Warts and All

by Carl Zimmer

To better understand human cognition, scientists trained a large language model on 10 million psychology experiment questions. It now answers questions much like we do.

Tesla Sales Fall as Elon Musk Focuses on Self-Driving Cars

Tech

Tesla Sales Fall as Elon Musk Focuses on Self-Driving Cars

by Jack Ewing

The company has devoted resources to autonomous driving rather than developing new models to attract car buyers.

How to Organize Your E-Books on Kindle, Apple and Google and Nook

Tech

How to Organize Your E-Books on Kindle, Apple and Google and Nook

by J. D. Biersdorfer

If the e-book app on your phone or tablet is overflowing and full of outdated files, use these tools to tidy it up.

Solar Industry Says Republican Policy Bill Would Cede Production to China

Tech

Solar Industry Says Republican Policy Bill Would Cede Production to China

by Ivan Penn

A revival of U.S. solar panel manufacturing that began during the first Trump administration could end with the phasing out of tax incentives for clean energy.

Cloudflare Introduces Blocking of A.I. Scrapers By Default

Tech

Cloudflare Introduces Blocking of A.I. Scrapers By Default

by Natallie Rocha

The tech company’s customers can automatically block A.I. companies from exploiting their websites, it said, as it moves to protect original content online.

China Bans Some Portable Batteries From Flights as Safety Concerns Grow

Tech

China Bans Some Portable Batteries From Flights as Safety Concerns Grow

by Yan Zhuang

Airlines and governments around the world have tightened restrictions on the devices after a series of accidents. The ban in China has caught some travelers off guard.


Science

Science

How Elephants Say They Like Them Apples

by Veronique Greenwood

Researchers found that the animals are capable of using their trunks to make a range of gestures that express their intentions and wants.

Trump’s Budget Would Clip Bird Banding, and Hunters Are Not Happy

Science

Trump’s Budget Would Clip Bird Banding, and Hunters Are Not Happy

by Alexa Robles-Gil

The Bird Banding Laboratory has turned duck hunters into citizen scientists. What happens if it is defunded?

Increasingly Acidic Seas Threaten Oyster Farming

Science

Increasingly Acidic Seas Threaten Oyster Farming

by Jim Robbins and Ruth Fremson

Researchers and hatcheries are exploring new ways to protect shellfish in the Pacific Northwest, although Trump budget cuts may thwart their efforts.

Science

Fiona the Pregnant Sea Reptile’s Fossil Hints at the Birth of a New Ocean

by Kenneth Chang

An ichthyosaur preserved beneath a Chilean glacier is helping scientists understand the extinct animals and the world around them as a supercontinent broke up.

Antarctica Faces Tense Future as U.S. Science Budget Shrinks

Science

Antarctica Faces Tense Future as U.S. Science Budget Shrinks

by Sarah Scoles

The continent is dedicated to research and cooperation, but proposed funding cuts in the Trump administration and actions by other world powers may alter the environment.

How Parasitic Cowbirds With No Parents Learns What Species They Are

Science

How Parasitic Cowbirds With No Parents Learns What Species They Are

by Elizabeth Preston

Cowbird mothers abandon their eggs in the nests of other bird species, but the chicks somehow manage to find their flock and learn what they really are.

Don’t Like Eating Insects? Your Pet Might.

Science

Don’t Like Eating Insects? Your Pet Might.

by Emily Anthes

Could insect meal and lab-grown meat be a more sustainable, ethical way to feed our cats and dogs?

Science

Third Interstellar Object, Comet 3I/ATLAS, Is Traveling Through Solar System

by Kenneth Chang

3I/ATLAS, earlier known as A11pI3Z, is only the third interstellar visitor to be discovered passing through our corner of the galaxy.

Recipients of a U.S. Climate Science Fellowship Are Put on Unpaid Leave

Science

Recipients of a U.S. Climate Science Fellowship Are Put on Unpaid Leave

by Rebecca Dzombak

Researchers in the NOAA program were furloughed because funds to pay them were not available.

Life Expectancy in California Has Not Rebounded After Covid

Science

Life Expectancy in California Has Not Rebounded After Covid

by Emily Baumgaertner Nunn

The state’s life expectancy was lower in 2024 than in 2019, according to an analysis, but primarily as a result of causes of death other than Covid.

New Research Questions Severity of Withdrawal From Antidepressants

Science

New Research Questions Severity of Withdrawal From Antidepressants

by Ellen Barry

Warnings about withdrawal from antidepressants have rippled through society in recent years. A new study claims they are overblown.

Measles Cases Hit Record High Since U.S. Eliminated Disease

Science

Measles Cases Hit Record High Since U.S. Eliminated Disease

by Teddy Rosenbluth and Jonathan Corum

Experts worry that if vaccination rates do not improve, deadly outbreaks will become the new normal.

Research Suggests Climate Change Added Excess Deaths in European Heat Wave

Science

Research Suggests Climate Change Added Excess Deaths in European Heat Wave

by Christina Kelso

The rapid analysis by World Weather Attribution calculated that climate change might have tripled the death toll from the event.

Ivar Giaever, Nobel Winner in Quantum Physics, Dies at 96

Science

Ivar Giaever, Nobel Winner in Quantum Physics, Dies at 96

by Dylan Loeb McClain

A former “D” student from Norway, he made his mark at G.E.’s Research Lab in the U.S., in part by confirming a pivotal theory about superconductivity.

Trump Wants to Close the U.S. Chemical Safety and Hazard Investigation Board

Science

Trump Wants to Close the U.S. Chemical Safety and Hazard Investigation Board

by Hiroko Tabuchi

The White House is planning to eliminate the board, a small agency that investigates chemical disasters to understand what went wrong.

Lung Cancer Screening on Wheels

Science

Lung Cancer Screening on Wheels

by Kristian Thacker and Simar Bajaj

On the road with a 68,000-pound tractor-trailer that crisscrosses West Virginia, saving lives.

Science

Franklin W. Stahl, 95, Dies; Helped Create a ‘Beautiful’ DNA Experiment

by Delthia Ricks

He and a colleague proved a theory advanced by the Nobel Prize winners James Watson and Francis Crick, who discovered DNA’s helical structure.

Medical Societies Sue Kennedy and H.H.S. Over Vaccine Advice

Science

Medical Societies Sue Kennedy and H.H.S. Over Vaccine Advice

by Apoorva Mandavilli

New restrictions on Covid shots run counter to scientific evidence, the groups said.

As the World Warms, Extreme Rain Is Becoming Even More Extreme

Science

As the World Warms, Extreme Rain Is Becoming Even More Extreme

by Raymond Zhong

Even in places, like Central Texas, with a long history of floods, human-caused warming is creating the conditions for more frequent and severe deluges.

A Century Ago, Adolescents Weren’t Fully Human

Science

A Century Ago, Adolescents Weren’t Fully Human

by Matt Richtel

Looking back at an awkward moment in the history of adolescent psychology.

Science

Anna Ornstein, Psychoanalyst Who Survived the Holocaust, Dies at 98

by Trip Gabriel

Despite the unspeakable horror of her youth, she embraced a school of psychotherapy that stresses empathy and the belief that everyone can change for the better.

Some Ways Fireworks Impact Animals and People

Science

Some Ways Fireworks Impact Animals and People

by Christina Kelso

Firework displays can harm animals and create bursts of pollution with lingering effects, but there are ways to mitigate them.

How the G.O.P. Bill Will Reshape America’s Energy Landscape

Science

How the G.O.P. Bill Will Reshape America’s Energy Landscape

by Brad Plumer

Here’s a rundown on the winners and losers in the legislation muscled through Congress.

E.P.A. Employees Are Invited to Adopt Soon-to-Be Homeless Lab Rats

Science

E.P.A. Employees Are Invited to Adopt Soon-to-Be Homeless Lab Rats

by Hiroko Tabuchi

The agency is cutting animal testing of chemicals. Some scientists are concerned, but in the meantime the rats (and zebra fish) need new homes.

Lovebugs Swarm South Korea’s Capital, Drawing Residents’ Ire

Science

Lovebugs Swarm South Korea’s Capital, Drawing Residents’ Ire

by John Yoon

Municipal workers in the South Korean capital region are responding to a summer infestation by spraying water, but residents wish they would break out the poison.


Health

Life Expectancy in California Has Not Rebounded After Covid

Health

Life Expectancy in California Has Not Rebounded After Covid

by Emily Baumgaertner Nunn

The state’s life expectancy was lower in 2024 than in 2019, according to an analysis, but primarily as a result of causes of death other than Covid.

Lung Cancer Screening on Wheels

Health

Lung Cancer Screening on Wheels

by Kristian Thacker and Simar Bajaj

On the road with a 68,000-pound tractor-trailer that crisscrosses West Virginia, saving lives.

Medical Societies Sue Kennedy and H.H.S. Over Vaccine Advice

Health

Medical Societies Sue Kennedy and H.H.S. Over Vaccine Advice

by Apoorva Mandavilli

New restrictions on Covid shots run counter to scientific evidence, the groups said.

A 37,000-Year Chronicle of What Once Ailed Us

Health

A 37,000-Year Chronicle of What Once Ailed Us

by Carl Zimmer

In a new genetic study, scientists have charted the rise of 214 human diseases across ancient Europe and Asia.

A Century Ago, Adolescents Weren’t Fully Human

Health

A Century Ago, Adolescents Weren’t Fully Human

by Matt Richtel

Looking back at an awkward moment in the history of adolescent psychology.

RFK Jr.’s Battle Against Food Dyes Hits a Roadblock: M&M’s

Health

RFK Jr.’s Battle Against Food Dyes Hits a Roadblock: M&M’s

by Sheryl Gay Stolberg and Julie Creswell

The health secretary has used peer pressure to persuade food makers to nix synthetic dyes. The candy industry is holding out, arguing American consumers like bright sweets.

Drugmakers Notch a $5 Billion Win in Republicans’ Policy Bill

Health

Drugmakers Notch a $5 Billion Win in Republicans’ Policy Bill

by Rebecca Robbins

More medicines will be spared from Medicare price negotiations, a change that is projected to wipe out billions in savings for the federal government.

Top F.D.A. Official Overrode Scientists on Covid Shots

Health

Top F.D.A. Official Overrode Scientists on Covid Shots

by Christina Jewett

Records show that a top U.S. regulator rejected the recommendations of agency experts and limited the use of Covid vaccines.

Measles Cases Hit Record High Since U.S. Eliminated Disease

Health

Measles Cases Hit Record High Since U.S. Eliminated Disease

by Teddy Rosenbluth and Jonathan Corum

Experts worry that if vaccination rates do not improve, deadly outbreaks will become the new normal.

What to Know About the Collapse of the F.D.A.

Health

What to Know About the Collapse of the F.D.A.

by Jeneen Interlandi

The regulatory agency confronts a future determined by a health secretary hostile to its mission.

Health

Inside the Collapse of the F.D.A.

by Jeneen Interlandi

How the new health secretary, Robert F. Kennedy Jr., is dismantling the agency.

North Carolina Braces For Medicaid Cuts Because of Trump’s Bill

Health

North Carolina Braces For Medicaid Cuts Because of Trump’s Bill

by Eduardo Medina

President Trump’s domestic policy law jeopardizes plans to reopen one rural county’s hospital — and health coverage for hundreds of thousands of state residents.

Health

Anna Ornstein, Psychoanalyst Who Survived the Holocaust, Dies at 98

by Trip Gabriel

Despite the unspeakable horror of her youth, she embraced a school of psychotherapy that stresses empathy and the belief that everyone can change for the better.

S. Daniel Abraham, Who Reaped Riches With Slim-Fast, Dies at 100

Health

S. Daniel Abraham, Who Reaped Riches With Slim-Fast, Dies at 100

by Robert D. Hershey Jr.

He turned a small family business into a billion-dollar weight-loss empire by replacing calorie counting and forbidden foods with “just add milk.”

Don’t Like Eating Insects? Your Pet Might.

Health

Don’t Like Eating Insects? Your Pet Might.

by Emily Anthes

Could insect meal and lab-grown meat be a more sustainable, ethical way to feed our cats and dogs?

How to Stay Cool While Traveling in Paris, Italy, Spain and Parts of Europe

Health

How to Stay Cool While Traveling in Paris, Italy, Spain and Parts of Europe

by Nia Decaille

As Europe buckles under a punishing heat wave, residents and summer travelers are struggling to find relief. Here’s how and where to look for respite.

Health

454 Hints That a Chatbot Wrote Part of a Biomedical Researcher’s Paper

by Gina Kolata

Scientists show that the frequency of a set of words seems to have increased in published study abstracts since ChatGPT was released into the world.

Health

Anne Merriman, ‘Mother of Palliative Care’ in Uganda, Dies at 90

by Miguel Salazar

A medical doctor and former nun, she found an affordable way to expand palliative care in the developing world, bringing pain relief to poor, terminally ill patients.

Federal Judge Halts RFK Jr.’s Mass Firing Efforts at H.H.S. For Now

Health

Federal Judge Halts RFK Jr.’s Mass Firing Efforts at H.H.S. For Now

by Christina Jewett and Zach Montague

In an order on Tuesday, a judge found the Trump administration’s plans to drastically change the structure and mission of the Department of Health and Human Services was probably unlawful.


Sports


Arts

Arts

‘Superman’ Review: It’s a Bird, It’s a Plane, It’s a Reboot!

by Alissa Wilkinson

Beginning again with the Man of Steel, this time in the hands of James Gunn.

‘Diddy Parties’ Became a Meme. The Combs Case Was About Something Else.

Arts

‘Diddy Parties’ Became a Meme. The Combs Case Was About Something Else.

by Joe Coscarelli and Julia Jacobs

The sweep of graphic lawsuits accusing Sean Combs of sex abuse led to a sense that his criminal case might examine celebrity debauchery in the music industry. It did not.

Listening Back to When Janet Jackson Was for Lovers

Arts

Listening Back to When Janet Jackson Was for Lovers

by Rebecca Thomas

Hear six sensual songs by the pop great.

Arts

Aix Festival: How to Experience It From Afar

by Joshua Barone

Many of the offerings at the Aix-en-Provence Festival in France are broadcast, or they travel to other theaters. Here are some highlights.

The Curious Animals of Amsterdam’s Art Zoo

Arts

The Curious Animals of Amsterdam’s Art Zoo

by Nina Siegal

A new museum in a 17th-century canal house brings together fantastical taxidermy and natural history objects in an eclectic and eccentric mix.

At Jacob’s Pillow, a High-Tech Theater Rises From the Ashes

Arts

At Jacob’s Pillow, a High-Tech Theater Rises From the Ashes

by Candice Thompson and Lauren Lancaster

The Doris Duke Theater, which burned down in 2020, has been rebuilt as a hub for dance and technology.

‘Heathers: The Musical’ Returns to New York, Fueled by a Devoted Fandom

Arts

‘Heathers: The Musical’ Returns to New York, Fueled by a Devoted Fandom

by Elisabeth Vincentelli

An adaptation of the 1980s teen movie with an apocalyptic bent was fine-tuned in London. Now it’s returning to New York.

Arts

The Hunt for a 316-Year-Old Stradivarius Stolen in the Fog of War

by Javier C. Hernández

The violin by the famed Italian luthier was plundered at the end of World War II and presumed lost or destroyed. Now experts say they believe it has resurfaced.

Oasis Live Review: The Gallaghers Reunite, Their Songs Still Stomping and Wounds Still Healing

Arts

Oasis Live Review: The Gallaghers Reunite, Their Songs Still Stomping and Wounds Still Healing

by Jon Caramanica

The British band, a showcase for the intoxicating but toxic chemistry of the brothers Liam and Noel Gallagher, performed for the first time in 16 years.

Arts

Ozzy Osbourne Plays His ‘Final Song’ With Black Sabbath

by Hank Shteamer

The metal luminary, 76, took the stage with his original bandmates at a farewell festival in his Birmingham, England, hometown on Saturday night.

Ozzy Osbourne and Black Sabbath Play Final Shows in Birmingham, England

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Ozzy Osbourne and Black Sabbath Play Final Shows in Birmingham, England

by Alex Marshall

Heavy metal fans crossed continents to converge on Birmingham, England, and throw devil horns in honor of the Prince of Darkness and Black Sabbath.

Tony Hawk Loves an Early-Morning Skate

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Tony Hawk Loves an Early-Morning Skate

by Sarah Bahr

“We call that the ‘Adult Swim’ hour. That’s usually when the older skaters are there.”

Will Politics Derail America’s 250th Birthday Bash?

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Will Politics Derail America’s 250th Birthday Bash?

by Jennifer Schuessler

This week, President Trump started the countdown to next summer’s Semiquincentennial with an event at the Iowa State Fairgrounds. Not everyone wants to wave the flag his way.

‘Ne Zha 2,’ Blockbuster Chinese Animated Film, Will Get English Version

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‘Ne Zha 2,’ Blockbuster Chinese Animated Film, Will Get English Version

by Derrick Bryson Taylor

The English-language version will feature the voice of Michelle Yeoh and be released in the United States in August.

‘The Gilded Age’ Enriches Its Portrait of Black High Society

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‘The Gilded Age’ Enriches Its Portrait of Black High Society

by Salamishah Tillet

Phylicia Rashad has joined the cast as an aristocratic matriarch. In an interview, she, Audra McDonald and Denée Benton discuss the show’s depiction of Black families.

Danielle Deadwyler on ’40 Acres and Balancing Brutality and Family

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Danielle Deadwyler on ’40 Acres and Balancing Brutality and Family

by Maya Salam

The star plays a stoic matriarch raising a militant brood to protect their land and each other against cannibals in R.T. Thorne’s new horror indie.

Arts

“Too Much” and the Reality of Looking for Love in London

by Eleanor Stanford

Like the lead character of “Too Much,” they moved across the Atlantic with visions of Jane Austen and Merchant Ivory. The reality was a little less dreamy.

Mel Robbins, Author of ‘The Let Them Theory,’ Shares 5 Tips For a Healthy Relationship

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Mel Robbins, Author of ‘The Let Them Theory,’ Shares 5 Tips For a Healthy Relationship

by Anna Martin, Reva Goldberg, Emily Lang, Davis Land, Christina Djossa, Amy Pearl, Sara Curtis, Jen Poyant, Lynn Levy, Rowan Niemisto, Dan Powell, Aman Sahota, Sonia Herrero, Brooke Minters, Sophie Erickson and Felice Leon

The author and podcast host reveals how to let go of control.

Tim Blum, Leading L.A. Art Dealer, Closes His Gallery

Arts

Tim Blum, Leading L.A. Art Dealer, Closes His Gallery

by Zachary Small

Over 30 years, Blum Gallery was a powerhouse for Los Angeles and Japanese artists. But rising costs and lower sales in the art market forced a reckoning.

How the Women of ‘Too Much’ Made Lena Dunham’s Rom-Com Just Right

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How the Women of ‘Too Much’ Made Lena Dunham’s Rom-Com Just Right

by Alexis Soloski

Lena Dunham wanted to open up the world of romantic comedies with her new Netflix series. In interviews, she and the stars Megan Stalter, Janicza Bravo and Emily Ratajkowski discuss how they did it.

Gilberto Gil Steps Away From the Stage, Vowing ‘My Music Will Continue’

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Gilberto Gil Steps Away From the Stage, Vowing ‘My Music Will Continue’

by Jill Langlois

At 83, the lauded Brazilian singer and songwriter whose career in music and politics has encompassed six decades is on a farewell tour.

Arts

Ronny Chieng on Trump’s Nobel Nomination: Consider the Source

by Trish Bendix

An endorsement from Benjamin Netanyahu for the Nobel Peace Prize is like “a Husband of the Year nomination from O.J. Simpson,” the “Daily Show” host said.

Richard Greenberg, Playwright Whose ‘Take Me Out’ Won a Tony, Dies at 67

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Richard Greenberg, Playwright Whose ‘Take Me Out’ Won a Tony, Dies at 67

by Clay Risen

More than 30 of his plays were produced on Broadway and off. Many of them dealt with the manners and mores of New York’s upper middle class.

Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs Will Be Sentenced in October

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Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs Will Be Sentenced in October

by Julia Jacobs

The music mogul was convicted last week on two counts of transportation to engage in prostitution, each carrying a maximum of 10 years in prison.

‘Such Brave Girls’ Is an Audacious and Hilarious British Comedy

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‘Such Brave Girls’ Is an Audacious and Hilarious British Comedy

by Margaret Lyons

For fans of “Peep Show” and Sharon Horgan, this warped series about a dysfunctional family is in some ways a satire of the trauma comedy.

Arts

‘Memnon’ Review: To Fight or Not to Fight?

by Laura Collins-Hughes

In Will Power’s play for the Classical Theater of Harlem, Eric Berryman stars as an Ethiopian king drawn into the Trojan War.

Arts

Jon Stewart Thinks Congress Is Basically Pro Wrestling Without the Fun

by Trish Bendix

The “Daily Show” host said the drama around President Trump’s big policy bill was about as authentic as a World Wrestling Entertainment match.

Valery Gergiev, Shunned in West Over Putin Support, Will Conduct in Italy

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Valery Gergiev, Shunned in West Over Putin Support, Will Conduct in Italy

by Javier C. Hernández and Elisabetta Povoledo

Valery Gergiev, an ally of Vladimir V. Putin, is set to conduct in Western Europe for the first time since institutions there cut ties over Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.

Essence Fest 2025: The Best Looks in New Orleans

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Essence Fest 2025: The Best Looks in New Orleans

by Yola Mzizi and Brandon Holland

In tiaras, cowboy boots and thrifted T-shirts, festivalgoers used style to celebrate identity, joy and community.

As Avignon Festival Turns to Dance, It Trips Up Some Onlookers

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As Avignon Festival Turns to Dance, It Trips Up Some Onlookers

by Laura Cappelle

The festival opener “Nôt,” from Marlene Monteiro Freitas, drew both boos and applause. Elsewhere, for Anne Teresa De Keersmaeker, the spectacle was kept to the stage.

Arts

Laurie Metcalf to Star in Broadway Play Produced by Scott Rudin

by Michael Paulson

The production, of the Samuel D. Hunter play “Little Bear Ridge Road” that got strong reviews in Chicago will be the first produced by Rudin since news reports of his bullying behavior in 2021.

How a Show About Truly Terrible People Became the Defining American Sitcom

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How a Show About Truly Terrible People Became the Defining American Sitcom

by M.H. Miller

Over the last 20 years, television has changed, but the malignant narcissists of “It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia” have not.

Arts

The ‘First Celebrity Athlete,’ a Century Before Social Media

by Emmanuel Morgan

A new project by the History Channel explores the triumphs and injustices of Jim Thorpe’s career. “He’s one of the greatest Americans,” the director Chris Eyre said.

Arts

She Turns Cultures and Commodities Upside Down

by Dawn Chan

A breakout moment for Stephanie Comilang, a Filipino-Canadian filmmaker, who finds a poetry beneath the surface of migration and A.I. that transcends borders.

Arts

11 Off Broadway Plays to See in July

by Elisabeth Vincentelli

Here’s what’s onstage in New York: a new musical about Joy Mangano of Miracle Mop fame, and two plays from the “Oh, Mary!” director Sam Pinkleton.

Jeff VanderMeer’s Favorite Climate Fiction Books

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Jeff VanderMeer’s Favorite Climate Fiction Books

by Jeff VanderMeer

The author of the Southern Reach novels recommends immersive, entertaining books that grapple with the psychological reality of navigating environmental crisis.

Arts

A Georgian Feast Inspired by Niko Pirosmani’s Art

by Kate Guadagnino

Rose Chalalai Singh traveled to Georgia to prepare a feast that called to mind the banquets depicted by Niko Pirosmani.

‘Too Much,’ Plus 7 Things on TV this Week

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‘Too Much,’ Plus 7 Things on TV this Week

by Shivani Gonzalez

Lena Dunham’s new rom-com comes to Netflix, and two reality shows air.

Carla Maxwell, Keeper of the José Limón Flame, Dies at 79

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Carla Maxwell, Keeper of the José Limón Flame, Dies at 79

by Brian Seibert

Her stewardship of the troupe that bears his name became a model for other dance companies, like Martha Graham’s, after their founders died.

Arts

Jim Parkinson, Logo Artist in Print’s Glory Days, Dies at 83

by Michael S. Rosenwald

His work blended classic design with a loose ’60s-style energy, giving publications like Rolling Stone an identity that radiated with gravitas and personality.

Arts

3 Dystopian Novels to Read This Summer

by Jennifer Harlan, Claire Hogan and Karen Hanley

Jennifer Harlan, an editor at The New York Times Book Review, recommends three dystopian novels to read this summer.

Julian McMahon, ‘Nip/Tuck’ and ‘Fantastic Four’ Star, Dies at 56

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Julian McMahon, ‘Nip/Tuck’ and ‘Fantastic Four’ Star, Dies at 56

by Hannah Ziegler

He played a half-human, half-demon in the WB supernatural series “Charmed” and a playboy plastic surgeon in the FX series “Nip/Tuck.”

Arts

Stuart Burrows, Welsh Lyric Tenor Who Straddled the Atlantic, Dies at 92

by Adam Nossiter

He was a mainstay at both the Metropolitan Opera and the Royal Opera House, winning acclaim for his full tenor range and a rich, unforced tone, notably singing Mozart.

Arts

In Death Stranding 2, It’s Hard to Escape Hideo Kojima’s Themes

by Yussef Cole

Hideo Kojima’s message about the pitfalls of connection remains heavy-handed in Death Stranding 2: On the Beach.

Paul Libin, an Enduring Force on and Off Broadway, Dies at 94

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Paul Libin, an Enduring Force on and Off Broadway, Dies at 94

by Richard Sandomir

He staged a noted revival of “The Crucible” in a Manhattan hotel ballroom in 1958, ran Circle in the Square and oversaw the operations of Jujamcyn Theaters.

Arts

Sandra Neels, Eminent in Modern Dance for 60 Years, Dies at 85

by Alastair Macaulay

She was a leading dancer for Merce Cunningham, a prolific choreographer and an admired teacher.

Oasis Starts Its World Tour With Cardiff Concert

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Oasis Starts Its World Tour With Cardiff Concert

by Alex Marshall

Liam and Noel Gallagher put aside their brotherly rivalry to play the first date of their band’s long-awaited comeback tour in Cardiff, Wales.

Arts

Kesha Seeks a Chaotic Love, and 9 More New Songs

by Jon Pareles

Hear tracks by Foo Fighters, Ethel Cain, Tyler Childers and others.

Ronald Ribman, 92, Dies; His Plays Mined the Absurdity of Existence

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Ronald Ribman, 92, Dies; His Plays Mined the Absurdity of Existence

by Michael S. Rosenwald

He set his frequently neurotic characters in bleak, morally ambiguous situations where laughter, as he put it, “is a measure of the sickness of society.”

Five Science Fiction Movies to Stream Now

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Five Science Fiction Movies to Stream Now

by Elisabeth Vincentelli

In this month’s picks, time-loop romance and creepy postapocalyptic roommates.

Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs Faces Not Just a Sentencing, but a Host of Civil Cases

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Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs Faces Not Just a Sentencing, but a Host of Civil Cases

by Michaela Towfighi and Julia Jacobs

The music mogul, convicted on lesser charges at his federal trial, has been accused of sexually assaulting people in dozens of suits. He has denied the allegations.

‘A Single Man,’ a Classic Gay Novel, Becomes a Ballet

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‘A Single Man,’ a Classic Gay Novel, Becomes a Ballet

by Roslyn Sulcas

Artists including the musician John Grant have collaborated to find feelings beyond the words of Christopher Isherwood’s 1964 book. Occasionally, they succeed.

Arts

How to Escape a T-Rex in ‘Jurassic World Rebirth’

by Mekado Murphy

The director Gareth Edwards narrates a harrowing sequence from his film.

Superhero Movies Dominated the Box Office, but Not the Top 100 List

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Superhero Movies Dominated the Box Office, but Not the Top 100 List

by Maya Phillips

The notable exceptions — “The Dark Knight” and “Black Panther” — stood out among the many sequels and spinoffs.

Lawrence Power Wants You to Pay Attention to the Viola

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Lawrence Power Wants You to Pay Attention to the Viola

by Hugh Morris

Lawrence Power’s instrument has been overlooked throughout its history. He has made a career of changing that.

Arts

5 New Movies Our Critics Are Talking About This Week

by The New York Times

Whether you’re a casual moviegoer or an avid buff, our reviewers think these films are worth knowing about.

Arts

The Best Games for the Nintendo Switch 2

by Sam Machkovech

Although there aren’t a lot of truly new games for the hand-held console, some acclaimed Legend of Zelda titles have received exhilarating visual upgrades.

Arts

‘Dexter’ Has Been Resurrected Again. He Has Company.

by Alexis Soloski

Networks are releasing fewer scripted series than they did several years ago, but brand extension mania has only intensified in franchises like “Dexter,” “Yellowstone” and “Power.”

Arts

‘Jurassic World Rebirth’ | Anatomy of a Scene

by Mekado Murphy

The director Gareth Edwards narrates a sequence from his film.

‘And Just Like That …’ Season 3, Episode 6 Recap: The Dams Break

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‘And Just Like That …’ Season 3, Episode 6 Recap: The Dams Break

by Ali Trachta

Charlotte decides she can no longer keep a secret. Tensions between Aidan and his ex erupt, just not the way Carrie would have wanted.


Books

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Book Review: ‘NB by J.C.,’ by James Campbell

by Dwight Garner

“NB by J.C.” collects the variegated musings of James Campbell in the Times Literary Supplement.

In ‘Fires in the Dark,’ Kay Redfield Jamison Turns to Healers

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In ‘Fires in the Dark,’ Kay Redfield Jamison Turns to Healers

by Casey Schwartz

In “Fires in the Dark,” Jamison, known for her expertise on manic depression, delves into the quest to heal. Her new book, she says, is a “love song to psychotherapy.”

The Detective Novel ‘Whose Body?,’ by Dorothy L. Sayers, Turns 100

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The Detective Novel ‘Whose Body?,’ by Dorothy L. Sayers, Turns 100

by Sarah Weinman

Dorothy L. Sayers dealt with emotional and financial instability by writing “Whose Body?,” the first of many to star the detective Lord Peter Wimsey.

Books

Book Review: ‘Dom Casmurro,’ by Machado de Assis

by Benjamin Moser

“Dom Casmurro,” by Machado de Assis, teaches us to read — and reread — with precise detail and masterly obfuscation.

Books

Book Review: ‘The Late Americans,’ by Brandon Taylor

by Alexandra Jacobs

Brandon Taylor’s novel circulates among Iowa City residents, some privileged, some not, but all aware that their possibilities are contracting.

Martin Amis’s Best Books: A Guide

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Martin Amis’s Best Books: A Guide

by The New York Times Books Staff

The acclaimed British novelist was also an essayist, memoirist and critic of the first rank.

The Best Romance Novels of 2024 (So Far)

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The Best Romance Novels of 2024 (So Far)

by Olivia Waite

Looking for an escapist love story? Here are 2024’s sexiest, swooniest reads.

What Book Should You Read Next?

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What Book Should You Read Next?

by The New York Times Books Staff

Finding a book you’ll love can be daunting. Let us help.

Books

Book Review: ‘A Flower Traveled in My Blood,’ by Haley Cohen Gilliland

by Jennifer Szalai

A harrowing new book tells the story of the women determined to learn the fates of the babies born to their pregnant daughters in captivity.

Books

Book Review: ‘Bring the House Down,’ by Charlotte Runcie

by Jesse Green

Drawing on her own experience as an arts journalist, Charlotte Runcie comically skewers bad men, bad faith and (unforgivably) bad theater.

Books

Book Review: ‘These Summer Storms,’ by Sarah MacLean

by Jennifer Harlan

Sarah MacLean’s “These Summer Storms” is both an inheritance drama and a sizzling romance.

Book Review: ‘2024,’ by Josh Dawsey, Tyler Pager and Isaac Arnsdorf

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Book Review: ‘2024,’ by Josh Dawsey, Tyler Pager and Isaac Arnsdorf

by Sam Adler-Bell

“2024,” a campaign book by three seasoned political journalists, immerses readers in the chaos and ironies of the race for the White House.

Book Review: ‘A Marriage at Sea,’ by Sophie Elmhirst

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Book Review: ‘A Marriage at Sea,’ by Sophie Elmhirst

by Blair Braverman

“A Marriage at Sea” tells the stranger-than-fiction story of one couple who traded their lives for the ocean — and almost lost them.

Books

Book Review: ‘Vera, or Faith,’ by Gary Shteyngart

by Dwight Garner

“Vera, or Faith” follows a 10-year-old girl navigating family drama and a dystopian America.

Jeff VanderMeer’s Favorite Climate Fiction Books

Books

Jeff VanderMeer’s Favorite Climate Fiction Books

by Jeff VanderMeer

The author of the Southern Reach novels recommends immersive, entertaining books that grapple with the psychological reality of navigating environmental crisis.

Book Review: ‘Malaparte,’ by Maurizio Serra

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Book Review: ‘Malaparte,’ by Maurizio Serra

by John Ganz

In a newly translated biography, Maurizio Serra pierces the self-mythologizing of the acclaimed writer Curzio Malaparte, who was a seductive mouthpiece for a violent ideology.

Books

Book Review: ‘Culpability,’ by Bruce Holsinger

by Elisabeth Egan

Bruce Holsinger tackles timely topics and the ties that bind in “Culpability.”

Books

3 Dystopian Novels to Read This Summer

by Jennifer Harlan, Claire Hogan and Karen Hanley

Jennifer Harlan, an editor at The New York Times Book Review, recommends three dystopian novels to read this summer.

Books

Marlen Haushofer’s Fiction Takes On the Fog of Repression

by Peter C. Baker

The mysteries only deepen the further you get in Marlen Haushofer’s fiction, which takes on domestic repression in its many guises.

Books

New Horror Books

by Gabino Iglesias

Our columnist reviews recent releases.

Books

Book Review: ‘Great Black Hope,’ by Rob Franklin

by Elias Rodriques

With humor and range, Rob Franklin’s novel, “Great Black Hope,” examines the complex relationship between wealth and race in America.

Book Review: ‘Rebels, Robbers and Radicals: The Story of the Bill of Rights,’ by Teri Kanefield

Books

Book Review: ‘Rebels, Robbers and Radicals: The Story of the Bill of Rights,’ by Teri Kanefield

by Marc Aronson

“Rebels, Robbers and Radicals” brings the document alive through court cases of real people involved in real struggles.

Books

9 New Books Our Editors Loved This Week

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Reading recommendations from critics and editors at The New York Times.

Sandy Gall, Reporter Who Covered a Half-Century of Wars, Dies at 97

Books

Sandy Gall, Reporter Who Covered a Half-Century of Wars, Dies at 97

by Adam Nossiter

He was an intrepid journalist in Vietnam, Africa and the Middle East before becoming a mainstay news presenter on British TV.

Interview: ‘How to Train Your Dragon’ Creator Cressida Cowell on Her Favorite Books

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Interview: ‘How to Train Your Dragon’ Creator Cressida Cowell on Her Favorite Books

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Childhood summers on an island without TV made her a fervent reader. The result: a new entry in the “How to Train Your Dragon” series and a live-action movie.


Food

Somebody Explain Why Everybody Loves Phil Rosenthal

Food

Somebody Explain Why Everybody Loves Phil Rosenthal

by Julia Moskin

The host of “Somebody Feed Phil” and creator of “Everybody Loves Raymond” has become a global star with little more than fun-guy charm. That’s enough.

Our Best Halloumi Recipes

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Our Best Halloumi Recipes

by Allison Jiang

Whether you cook it until melty or leave it gorgeously firm, it’s always delicious.

Great Mangoes Are a Treasure. Here’s How to Savor Them.

Food

Great Mangoes Are a Treasure. Here’s How to Savor Them.

by Yewande Komolafe

Let Yewande Komolafe’s recipes — for a mango shortcake, a tomato-mango salad and a hot, savory relish — extend the best part of the year.

20 Wines to Drink Right Now

Food

20 Wines to Drink Right Now

by Eric Asimov

The best summer wines are lighter weight, less tannic, lower in alcohol and take to a chill, and they are always refreshing.

Our Best Cucumber Salad Recipes

Food

Our Best Cucumber Salad Recipes

by Ali Slagle

Its juicy crunch cuts through the smoky char of so many of the season’s mains, but these tips let it shine in its own right.

What Is Great Hmong Food? These Chefs Have the Answer.

Food

What Is Great Hmong Food? These Chefs Have the Answer.

by Brett Anderson

Yia Vang and Diane Moua have created a moment in the Twin Cities for the emergence of a cuisine virtually unknown outside its own immigrant community.

What Are SNAP Benefits and What Might Change?

Food

What Are SNAP Benefits and What Might Change?

by Julia Moskin

President Trump’s policy bill makes significant cuts to the food aid program, once known as food stamps, used by about 42 million people.

LooksMapping Rates Restaurants on How Hot the Customers Are

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LooksMapping Rates Restaurants on How Hot the Customers Are

by Annie Armstrong

LooksMapping, an A.I.-powered website, rates not the food, but the attractiveness of the diners.

Homemade Salad Dressing Recipes

Food

Homemade Salad Dressing Recipes

by Samin Nosrat

These recipes from Samin Nosrat, the “Salt Fat Acid Heat” author, will have you reaching for your greens all summer long.

Food

Could a Michelin Star Actually Save the Restaurant in ‘The Bear?’

by Meghan McCarron

In Season 4 of the hit FX show, accolades are on the mind of Carmy Berzatto and his staff. But how much do they help real businesses?

These Homemade Protein Bars Are Simple, Sweet and Salty

Food

These Homemade Protein Bars Are Simple, Sweet and Salty

by Genevieve Ko

This simple recipe from Genevieve Ko gets the bulk of its protein from nuts, not powders, for an especially delicious on-the-go snack.

Food

Aquarelle Brings the European Seaside to Avenue B

by Florence Fabricant

The Paris Café returns to the Seaport district, Sailor’s Choice offers another vintage boat for dinner and more restaurant news.

Five Fast and Easy Recipes That Are On Repeat

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Five Fast and Easy Recipes That Are On Repeat

by Mia Leimkuhler

Dak bulgogi (Korean BBQ chicken), crunchy queso wraps and corn and miso pasta salad are on repeat all summer.

Easy Chicken Arroz Rojo Recipe

Food

Easy Chicken Arroz Rojo Recipe

by Melissa Clark

Kay Chun’s chicken arroz rojo combines summer’s corn, jalapeños and early tomatoes with boneless thighs and rice for an effortless and filling weeknight dinner.

Food

We Just Updated Our List of the Best Restaurants in L.A.

by Tejal Rao

Casual yet extravagant Korean feasts, high-end comfort food without the fuss and another reason to love masa.

In Koreatown, Musaek’s Menu Looks to the Sea

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In Koreatown, Musaek’s Menu Looks to the Sea

by Florence Fabricant

Comal showcases the Mexican larder, Asano brings a cafe to Sandro’s and more restaurant news.

Healthy Keema Palak Recipe for Ground Chicken and Spinach

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Healthy Keema Palak Recipe for Ground Chicken and Spinach

by Melissa Clark

Keema palak is just the thing for the Monday after a long weekend (or Mondays in general).

Healthy Tofu With Soba Noodles Recipe

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Healthy Tofu With Soba Noodles Recipe

by Sam Sifton

An ideal low-effort, high-yield meal to close out a busy weekend.

The Best Gazpacho Recipe for Summer

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The Best Gazpacho Recipe for Summer

by Mia Leimkuhler

When it’s hot and you’re hungry and thirsty and craving salt and sweetness and cold and smoothness, this is the very best thing to make.

Last-Minute July 4 Recipes

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Last-Minute July 4 Recipes

by Sam Sifton

And more recipe inspiration (besides burgers) for your Independence Day weekend.

Where Have All the Dollar Eats Gone?

Food

Where Have All the Dollar Eats Gone?

by Luke Fortney

Our new “Where to Eat” writer scours the city for meals that can be enjoyed for a buck.

11 Easy Salad Dressing Recipes

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11 Easy Salad Dressing Recipes

by Tanya Sichynsky

Creamy lemon miso, jalapeño ranch, honey mustard, carrot ginger, miso sesame. Any of these, on your favorite veggies, is an easy win.

Easy Berry Sheet Cake for July 4

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Easy Berry Sheet Cake for July 4

by Mia Leimkuhler

You don’t need any fancy equipment to make this beautiful sheet cake (and you don’t need to remember to soften your butter first, either).


Travel

T.S.A. Officially Tells Air Travelers They Can Keep Their Shoes On

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T.S.A. Officially Tells Air Travelers They Can Keep Their Shoes On

by Christine Chung

Pointing to “layered screening,” Kristi Noem, the homeland security secretary, ended two decades of socks and bare feet at U.S. airport checkpoints.

Travel

Hertz and Other Rental Car Agencies Turn to AI for Damage Detection

by Gabe Castro-Root

Hertz and other agencies are increasingly relying on scanners that use high-res imaging and A.I. to flag even tiny blemishes, and customers aren’t happy.

Chasing Solitude, and Dinosaurs, in Comanche National Grassland

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Chasing Solitude, and Dinosaurs, in Comanche National Grassland

by Mya Guarnieri and Nina Riggio

The Comanche National Grassland rewards visitors with the chance to follow dinosaur tracks and feel the spine-tingling thrill of total solitude.

Did You Visit a U.S. National Park This Summer? We Want to Hear About It.

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Did You Visit a U.S. National Park This Summer? We Want to Hear About It.

by Danial Adkison and Eileen Sullivan

Budget and staffing cuts have left some national park sites struggling with routine maintenance and other challenges during their busiest season. Share your experience.

Meet the Volunteers Who Help Keep U.S. National Parks and Public Lands Running

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Meet the Volunteers Who Help Keep U.S. National Parks and Public Lands Running

by Stephanie Pearson

Here are six volunteers who make a difference at National Parks and other federal lands, from an 8-year-old who does the weeding to a retired rear admiral who keeps people — and animals — safe.

Driving Cross Country? Here Are the Apps You Want.

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Driving Cross Country? Here Are the Apps You Want.

by Jennifer A. Kingson

On a road trip from New York to Los Angeles (and back), a writer found digital tools that helped her navigate and find a cornucopia of “weird attractions.”

How to Fly Long-Haul With a Baby

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How to Fly Long-Haul With a Baby

by Alisha Haridasani Gupta

A little planning and a few handy tricks might make the daunting task less stressful.

TSA to End Shoe Removal Requirement at Airport Security Checkpoints

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TSA to End Shoe Removal Requirement at Airport Security Checkpoints

by Christine Chung

Most passengers had been required to remove their footwear at checkpoints since 2006, a policy later eased only for members of trusted traveler programs.

Travel

How to Plan a Vacation With a Group (and Stay Friends)

by Rachel Sugar

An etiquette guide, with tips from seasoned trip organizers.

Travel

A Georgian Feast Inspired by Niko Pirosmani’s Art

by Kate Guadagnino

Rose Chalalai Singh traveled to Georgia to prepare a feast that called to mind the banquets depicted by Niko Pirosmani.

Travel

To Get to This Caribbean Island, They Took a Plane, a Ferry and a Jeep

by Concepción de León

The multi-leg journey was worth it for the co-founders of the outdoor goods brand ITA Leisure, who hosted an intimate gathering on the island of Bequia.

As Fire Videos Compete With Beach Photos, Greeks Who Rely on Tourism Are Worried

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As Fire Videos Compete With Beach Photos, Greeks Who Rely on Tourism Are Worried

by Niki Kitsantonis and Lynsey Chutel

More than 1,500 people were evacuated when a fire broke out on the southeastern tip of Crete, most of them tourists.

Slurping Toward Nirvana on the Maine Oyster Trail

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Slurping Toward Nirvana on the Maine Oyster Trail

by Danielle Dowling and Greta Rybus

Savoring all things fresh and briny while on a mission to visit all four of Maine’s oyster regions in just one long weekend.

Guides for the Perfect Summer: Outdoor Meals, Fashion Tips and More

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Guides for the Perfect Summer: Outdoor Meals, Fashion Tips and More

by T Magazine

A roundup of practical guides for the season, featuring tips for hosting, organizing a last-minute vacation and more.

​North Korea Beach Resort Opens With Fanfare but No Foreigners

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​North Korea Beach Resort Opens With Fanfare but No Foreigners

by Choe Sang-Hun

The Kalma Beach resort town, one of Kim Jong-un’s most ambitious projects aimed at attracting foreign tourists, may not draw the waves of visitors he wants.

The Pope Returns to Castel Gandolfo for Summer. And There Will Be Tennis.

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The Pope Returns to Castel Gandolfo for Summer. And There Will Be Tennis.

by Elisabetta Povoledo

For 400 years, most popes escaped the Roman summer in the hilltop town of Castel Gandolfo, Italy. Then Francis stopped going, leaving the town a bit bereft.

How to Stay Cool While Traveling in Paris, Italy, Spain and Parts of Europe

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How to Stay Cool While Traveling in Paris, Italy, Spain and Parts of Europe

by Nia Decaille

As Europe buckles under a punishing heat wave, residents and summer travelers are struggling to find relief. Here’s how and where to look for respite.

Searching for Old-Style Barbecue in North Carolina

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Searching for Old-Style Barbecue in North Carolina

by Ingrid K. Williams and Lauren Vied Allen

On a rural road trip in the eastern part of the state, a writer explores the food and culture of an old-school tradition.

Amtrak to Begin Mardi Gras Service Route Connecting New Orleans to Alabama

Travel

Amtrak to Begin Mardi Gras Service Route Connecting New Orleans to Alabama

by Gabe Castro-Root

The Mardi Gras Service, starting on Aug. 18, will connect New Orleans and Mobile, Ala., by train for the first time since Hurricane Katrina in 2005.


Real Estate

Can a Spate of New Builds Finally Revitalize Gowanus?

Real Estate

Can a Spate of New Builds Finally Revitalize Gowanus?

by Victoria M. Walker and Katherine Marks

As cleanup continues in the notoriously polluted Gowanus Canal, amenity-filled developments are drawing new residents to the neighborhood. Is that a good thing?

For These Pros, No Home Improvement Request Is Too Niche

Real Estate

For These Pros, No Home Improvement Request Is Too Niche

by Matt Yan

From baby proofing to feng shui, homeowners and renters can hire professional help for just about anything.

For Family Reunions, Just Walk Down the Hall

Real Estate

For Family Reunions, Just Walk Down the Hall

by Joanne Kaufman

Living in the same apartment building as a family member has provided the right balance of privacy and comfort to some New Yorkers.

Lorna Simpson’s Brooklyn Art Studio Is on the Market

Real Estate

Lorna Simpson’s Brooklyn Art Studio Is on the Market

by Vivian Marino

The four-story modern house in Fort Greene, which the artist had built two decades ago, is asking $6.5 million.

A Day Before Trial, Alleged Accomplice of Alexander Brothers Is Cleared

Real Estate

A Day Before Trial, Alleged Accomplice of Alexander Brothers Is Cleared

by Debra Kamin

Ohad Fisherman had been charged with sexual battery along with Oren and Alon Alexander stemming from an alleged 2016 assault.

A Scramble for a Woman, 77, Who Lost Her ‘Forever’ Apartment

Real Estate

A Scramble for a Woman, 77, Who Lost Her ‘Forever’ Apartment

by Achy Obejas

When Patricia Brennecke returned to the rental market in the Bay Area, she was frustrated by how expensive apartments were, in an almost entirely digital market.

Real Estate

In Tough Times in Alabama, It Helped to Live in a Ballroom

by Tim McKeough

After 20 years in Los Angeles, an actor moved home to Birmingham to be close to his ailing mother.

Real Estate

$1 Million Homes in California

by Angela Serratore

A three-bedroom kit house in Los Angeles, a two-bedroom cottage in Santa Rosa, and a three-bedroom home in Palm Springs.

My Timeshare Is an Albatross. How Do I Get Rid of It?

Real Estate

My Timeshare Is an Albatross. How Do I Get Rid of It?

by Jill Terreri Ramos

People who buy timeshares often don’t realize that the asset can quickly become a liability.

Canadian Buyers Are Dropping Out of the U.S. Housing Market

Real Estate

Canadian Buyers Are Dropping Out of the U.S. Housing Market

by Ronda Kaysen

Search activity for American listings has plummeted in the wake of President Trump’s unpredictable trade war, according to new data.

Three Small Gardening Projects Anyone Can Do

Real Estate

Three Small Gardening Projects Anyone Can Do

by Tim Heffernan and Clark Hodgin

Whether indoors or outdoors, you can add a little life to your windowsill, your balcony or your yard in just a few steps.

Real Estate

$1 Million Homes in Finland

by Michael Kaminer

A custom-built, six-bedroom house in Espoo, a renovated one-bedroom apartment in Helsinki, and a rustic lake home in Kittilä.

Real Estate

$900,000 Homes in New York, Illinois and Oregon

by Angela Serratore

An Italianate home in Kingston, a condo in Chicago and an expanded 1925 house in Salem.

The Brooklyn Allergist’s Office That Was Once Home to a Spy

Real Estate

The Brooklyn Allergist’s Office That Was Once Home to a Spy

by John Freeman Gill

An antislavery spy who worked for the British in New York in the 1800s lived in a house that is now home to an allergy doctor descended from Horace Greeley.

Real Estate

Homes for Sale in Manhattan and the Bronx

by Heather Senison

This week’s properties are in Murray Hill, Sutton Place and Concourse Village.

Real Estate

Homes for Sale in New York and Connecticut

by Claudia Gryvatz Copquin and Alicia Napierkowski

This week’s properties are three bedroom homes in Cutchogue, N.Y., and Ridgefield, Conn.

The N.Y.C. Neighborhoods Where Home Prices Have Soared

Real Estate

The N.Y.C. Neighborhoods Where Home Prices Have Soared

by Michael Kolomatsky

From dense areas in Manhattan to waterfront neighborhoods in Brooklyn and Queens, prices have grown exponentially.

A Potential Mamdani Mayorship Strikes Fear in the Real Estate Industry

Real Estate

A Potential Mamdani Mayorship Strikes Fear in the Real Estate Industry

by Debra Kamin

The Democratic nominee has called for freezing the rent on a million apartments.

Real Estate

$500,000 Homes in Maine, Minnesota and Virginia

by Angela Serratore

A farmhouse in Sedgwick, a foursquare in St. Paul and a Craftsman in Norfolk.


Automobiles

What are Kei Cars and Trucks and How Can You Get Them?

Automobiles

What are Kei Cars and Trucks and How Can You Get Them?

by Scott Cacciola

In an era of supersized pickups and SUVs, Kei cars and trucks bring a (very) little piece of Japan to the United States. Getting one on the road can be complicated.

Automobiles

Should the Government Stop Subsidizing a Car Feature That ‘Everyone Hates’?

by Ben Blatt

The E.P.A. under Trump is moving to eliminate credits to carmakers for the fuel-saving start-stop function.

Ford Will Keep Battery Factory Even if Republicans Ax Tax Break

Automobiles

Ford Will Keep Battery Factory Even if Republicans Ax Tax Break

by Neal E. Boudette

Ford Motor said it would open a new plant in Michigan that could become ineligible for federal incentives under a policy bill championed by President Trump and passed by the House.

Tesla Begins Limited Robotaxi Service in Austin

Automobiles

Tesla Begins Limited Robotaxi Service in Austin

by Jack Ewing

The vehicles will have safety monitors and may not operate in bad weather, making them more restricted than the fully autonomous vehicles promised by Elon Musk.

Hybrid Cars, Once Derided and Dismissed, Have Become Popular

Automobiles

Hybrid Cars, Once Derided and Dismissed, Have Become Popular

by Neal E. Boudette

Automakers and car buyers are taking a second, harder look at hybrids after leaving them behind for electric vehicles.

BYD and Other Chinese Carmakers Expand Sales in Europe Despite Tariffs

Automobiles

BYD and Other Chinese Carmakers Expand Sales in Europe Despite Tariffs

by Jack Ewing

BYD and other companies doubled their share of the car market after the European Union imposed higher tariffs on electric vehicles from China.

Tesla’s Robotaxi, Long Promised by Elon Musk, Joins a Crowded Field

Automobiles

Tesla’s Robotaxi, Long Promised by Elon Musk, Joins a Crowded Field

by Jack Ewing and Ariana Gomez

Mr. Musk says the driverless taxis could begin ferrying passengers on Sunday in Austin, Texas, where other companies already have similar cars on the road.

Trump’s Trade and Tax Policies Start to Stall U.S. Battery Boom

Automobiles

Trump’s Trade and Tax Policies Start to Stall U.S. Battery Boom

by Rebecca F. Elliott

Battery companies are slowing construction or reconsidering big investments in the United States because of tariffs on China and the proposed rollback of tax credits.

Charging Your EV May Be Getting Easier, Even if It’s Not a Tesla

Automobiles

Charging Your EV May Be Getting Easier, Even if It’s Not a Tesla

by Lawrence Ulrich

It is becoming easier to find fast chargers for electric vehicles, and they are more likely to work — and not just for Teslas.

The Trump-Elon Musk Feud Creates More Problems for Tesla

Automobiles

The Trump-Elon Musk Feud Creates More Problems for Tesla

by Jack Ewing

Already suffering from steep declines in sales and profit, the carmaker could now face the president’s wrath.

Germans Are Buying More Electric Cars, but Not Teslas

Automobiles

Germans Are Buying More Electric Cars, but Not Teslas

by Melissa Eddy

Drivers in the country, Europe’s largest car market, are avoiding vehicles from Tesla, which has seen a drop in sales in other countries as well.

Elon Musk Left the White House, but Tesla’s Protesters Aren’t Finished

Automobiles

Elon Musk Left the White House, but Tesla’s Protesters Aren’t Finished

by Neal E. Boudette

The activists behind the Tesla Takedown campaign say they intend to expand beyond protests at the company’s showrooms.

Driverless Semi Trucks Are Here, With Little Regulation and Big Promises

Automobiles

Driverless Semi Trucks Are Here, With Little Regulation and Big Promises

by Tim Balk

As the trucking industry struggles to recruit drivers, driverless trucks won’t need sleep, won’t speed and won’t get road rage. But experts and truck drivers say they are not a panacea.

Automobiles

Hertz and Other Rental Car Agencies Turn to AI for Damage Detection

by Gabe Castro-Root

Hertz and other agencies are increasingly relying on scanners that use high-res imaging and A.I. to flag even tiny blemishes, and customers aren’t happy.

Driving Cross Country? Here Are the Apps You Want.

Automobiles

Driving Cross Country? Here Are the Apps You Want.

by Jennifer A. Kingson

On a road trip from New York to Los Angeles (and back), a writer found digital tools that helped her navigate and find a cornucopia of “weird attractions.”

In F1, a Reinvigorated Williams Climbs Into Fifth Place

Automobiles

In F1, a Reinvigorated Williams Climbs Into Fifth Place

by Phillip Horton

The once-dominant team has languished at the bottom of the standings in recent years, but a new owner and leader have helped turn its fortunes around.

A Sardinian Road Trip: Coastal Cliffs and Picturesque Villages

Automobiles

A Sardinian Road Trip: Coastal Cliffs and Picturesque Villages

by Marta Giaccone

A photographer’s road trip traced the coastal cliffs around the Mediterranean island, a world apart from mainland Italy. Here’s what she saw.

24 Hours of Le Mans: Aston Martin’s Car Is Turning Heads

Automobiles

24 Hours of Le Mans: Aston Martin’s Car Is Turning Heads

by Ian Parkes

The last time the team won the race overall, in 1959, Carroll Shelby was driving. Now it’s bringing a new car, the futuristic-looking Valkyrie.

The 24 Hours of Le Mans is Long, and So Is Getting Ready for It

Automobiles

The 24 Hours of Le Mans is Long, and So Is Getting Ready for It

by Phillip Horton

Teams start getting ready for the next Le Mans as soon as the race is over


Obituaries

Ivar Giaever, Nobel Winner in Quantum Physics, Dies at 96

Obituaries

Ivar Giaever, Nobel Winner in Quantum Physics, Dies at 96

by Dylan Loeb McClain

A former “D” student from Norway, he made his mark at G.E.’s Research Lab in the U.S., in part by confirming a pivotal theory about superconductivity.

Norman Tebbit, Conservative Force in Britain and Thatcher Ally, Dies at 94

Obituaries

Norman Tebbit, Conservative Force in Britain and Thatcher Ally, Dies at 94

by Alan Cowell

He was a potential prime minister until he left high office to care for his wife, who was seriously hurt in a bombing by the Irish Republican Army.

Obituaries

Franklin W. Stahl, 95, Dies; Helped Create a ‘Beautiful’ DNA Experiment

by Delthia Ricks

He and a colleague proved a theory advanced by the Nobel Prize winners James Watson and Francis Crick, who discovered DNA’s helical structure.

Obituaries

Jim Parkinson, Logo Artist in Print’s Glory Days, Dies at 83

by Michael S. Rosenwald

His work blended classic design with a loose ’60s-style energy, giving publications like Rolling Stone an identity that radiated with gravitas and personality.

Carla Maxwell, Keeper of the José Limón Flame, Dies at 79

Obituaries

Carla Maxwell, Keeper of the José Limón Flame, Dies at 79

by Brian Seibert

Her stewardship of the troupe that bears his name became a model for other dance companies, like Martha Graham’s, after their founders died.

Julian McMahon, ‘Nip/Tuck’ and ‘Fantastic Four’ Star, Dies at 56

Obituaries

Julian McMahon, ‘Nip/Tuck’ and ‘Fantastic Four’ Star, Dies at 56

by Hannah Ziegler

He played a half-human, half-demon in the WB supernatural series “Charmed” and a playboy plastic surgeon in the FX series “Nip/Tuck.”

Obituaries

Stuart Burrows, Welsh Lyric Tenor Who Straddled the Atlantic, Dies at 92

by Adam Nossiter

He was a mainstay at both the Metropolitan Opera and the Royal Opera House, winning acclaim for his full tenor range and a rich, unforced tone, notably singing Mozart.

Obituaries

Anna Ornstein, Psychoanalyst Who Survived the Holocaust, Dies at 98

by Trip Gabriel

Despite the unspeakable horror of her youth, she embraced a school of psychotherapy that stresses empathy and the belief that everyone can change for the better.

Joseph Giordano, Surgeon Who Helped Save Reagan’s Life, Dies at 84

Obituaries

Joseph Giordano, Surgeon Who Helped Save Reagan’s Life, Dies at 84

by Clay Risen

He had built one of the country’s leading trauma centers in Washington, which made it possible for his team to respond quickly after the president was shot.

Paul Libin, an Enduring Force on and Off Broadway, Dies at 94

Obituaries

Paul Libin, an Enduring Force on and Off Broadway, Dies at 94

by Richard Sandomir

He staged a noted revival of “The Crucible” in a Manhattan hotel ballroom in 1958, ran Circle in the Square and oversaw the operations of Jujamcyn Theaters.

Obituaries

Sandra Neels, Eminent in Modern Dance for 60 Years, Dies at 85

by Alastair Macaulay

She was a leading dancer for Merce Cunningham, a prolific choreographer and an admired teacher.

S. Daniel Abraham, Who Reaped Riches With Slim-Fast, Dies at 100

Obituaries

S. Daniel Abraham, Who Reaped Riches With Slim-Fast, Dies at 100

by Robert D. Hershey Jr.

He turned a small family business into a billion-dollar weight-loss empire by replacing calorie counting and forbidden foods with “just add milk.”

Ronald Ribman, 92, Dies; His Plays Mined the Absurdity of Existence

Obituaries

Ronald Ribman, 92, Dies; His Plays Mined the Absurdity of Existence

by Michael S. Rosenwald

He set his frequently neurotic characters in bleak, morally ambiguous situations where laughter, as he put it, “is a measure of the sickness of society.”

Obituaries

Jim Shooter, Editor Who ‘Saved the Comics Industry,’ Dies at 73

by Clay Risen

He brought order and profits to Marvel in the 1980s and helped establish the genre as a popular-culture tent pole for decades to come.

David Mabuza, Former Deputy President of South Africa, Dies at 64

Obituaries

David Mabuza, Former Deputy President of South Africa, Dies at 64

by John Eligon and Zimasa Matiwane

Hailing from a small, rural province, Mr. Mabuza had a remarkable rise to national power. But much of it came crashing down amid corruption allegations.

Mark Brokaw, Theater Director Known for Slight-of-Set Magic, Dies at 66

Obituaries

Mark Brokaw, Theater Director Known for Slight-of-Set Magic, Dies at 66

by Joanne Kaufman

On and off Broadway, he worked with playwrights like Kenneth Lonergan and Paula Vogel, combining complex storytelling with the simplest possible productions.

Michael Madsen, Actor Known for ‘Reservoir Dogs’ and ‘Kill Bill,’ Dies at 67

Obituaries

Michael Madsen, Actor Known for ‘Reservoir Dogs’ and ‘Kill Bill,’ Dies at 67

by Alex Williams

He had the air of a timeless movie bad guy in movies like “Reservoir Dogs” and “Kill Bill.” “I’m a bit of a throwback to the days of black-and-white movies,” he said.

Sandy Gall, Reporter Who Covered a Half-Century of Wars, Dies at 97

Obituaries

Sandy Gall, Reporter Who Covered a Half-Century of Wars, Dies at 97

by Adam Nossiter

He was an intrepid journalist in Vietnam, Africa and the Middle East before becoming a mainstay news presenter on British TV.

Patricia Peterson, Innovative Fashion Editor at The Times, Dies at 99

Obituaries

Patricia Peterson, Innovative Fashion Editor at The Times, Dies at 99

by Penelope Green

She oversaw fashion coverage beginning in 1957, when hemlines made headlines. She later made groundbreaking ads for Henri Bendel with her photographer husband, Gösta Peterson.

Obituaries

Dave Scott, Hip-Hop Choreographer, Is Dead at 52

by Alex Williams

A former basketball standout with no formal dance training, he came to provide moves for rappers like Bow Wow and dance-battle films like “You Got Served.”