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A Reflective Biden Harbors Some Regrets as His Term Winds Down
President Biden will seek solace and “relief” during a visit with Pope Francis next month, according to people familiar with his plans. His public...Trump’s Plans to Scrap Climate Policies Has Unnerved Green Energy Investors
President-elect Donald J. Trump is expected to roll back many of the rules and subsidies that have attracted billions of dollars from the private...Trump Picks Kevin Marino Cabrera for Ambassador to Panama
The selection of Mr. Cabrera, a Miami-Dade County commissioner, comes a few days after Mr. Trump called for the United States to regain control of the...Indian Ocean Tsunami Was the Deadliest in History. 20 Years Later, Challenges Still Remain.
Experts said they were “blind” to the Indian Ocean tsunami in 2004. Twenty years later, working toward a world without tsunami deaths is a...20 Years Since the Deadly Tsunami in Asia
A look back at the horrible loss of life.New Mexico’s Governor Was A Liberal Hero. Then She Got Blunt about Crime.
Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham has clashed with her own party over how to tackle the nexus of addiction, mental illness and violence in New Mexico.An A.I. Boom Makes Electricians Flock to Central Washington
The rural region is changing fast as electricians from around the country plug the tech industry’s new, giant data centers into its ample power...Chrismukkah, the Mash-Up Holiday for Interfaith Families
Like many members of interfaith families, I get to observe the two holidays on the same day this year.Hanukkah in Pictures: Keeping the Flame Alive
Jews around the globe lit the first of eight candles on Wednesday and came together to celebrate and reflect on their history.Christmas in Pictures: Lights and Color Mark the Season
Around the world, people found ways to show their holiday spirit.Beyoncé’s Netflix Halftime Set: A Stunning ‘Cowboy Carter’ Showcase
The star performed songs from her country-and-more album for the first time during an N.F.L. game, spotlighting her onstage prowess and the...A Young Sudanese Trapped by War Makes Painful Choices and Is Viewed With Suspicion
Trapped in Sudan’s brutal civil war, a young woman chose to work in a clinic on the front line, treating civilians and combatants. She had to...A Billionaire Gave $1,000 to UMass Dartmouth Graduates. Some Missed Out.
A billionaire gave $1,000 to University of Massachusetts Dartmouth graduates in May. The catch? You had to be there.Five Journalists Killed in Gaza Strike, Palestinian Officials Say
The Israeli military said it had struck a vehicle containing a “terrorist cell” in the Nuseirat area of Gaza.Famine Warning for Northern Gaza Draws U.S. Rebuke and Raises Questions
The dispute highlights the difficulties with data collection in Gaza that have hampered humanitarian efforts since the war began.Syria’s New Leaders Try to Unite Rebel Factions Under Defense Ministry
As the fighters who ousted Bashar al-Assad set out to assert control over the country, they pursued former government forces loyal to the Assad...Dead Body Is Found in Wheel Well of United Airlines Plane After Hawaii Landing
The body was discovered after the flight, which originated from Chicago, landed at the airport in Hawaii. The death is under investigation.Still Sounding Young at 85, She Is the Voice of Old Japan
Midori Kato is the last original member of the cast of “Sazae-san,” a cartoon series that premiered in 1969 and never quite joined the modern...No, You Don’t Get an A for Effort
High marks reward excellence, not grit.Blake Lively, Justin Baldoni and the Brute Force of Celebrity P.R. Tactics
On the internet, the truth and the manufactured lies about celebrities are hard to sort through.Prosecutors in Taiwan Indict Ko Wen-je, Former Presidential Candidate
The prosecutors asserted that Ko Wen-je, a former mayor, took bribes. He and his supporters have maintained that the charges are a political vendetta.Russia Strikes Ukraine’s Energy Infrastructure on Christmas Day
Moscow again struck Ukraine’s energy infrastructure, part of an effort to wear down the country. “In the trenches, there are no holidays,” one...New York Subway Burning Highlights Difficulty of Identifying Homeless Victims
It can be challenging to identify the bodies of people who were homeless when they died. For a woman killed Sunday on an F train, the circumstances of...Japan Airlines Cyber Attack Causes Flight Delays
The airline also temporarily stopped selling tickets for flights departing Thursday, but said that there was no impact on flight safety.A French Workshop Copies the World’s Great Sculptures
The Plaster Cast Workshop of the GrandPalaisRmn has molds of more than 6,000 artworks such as the “Venus de Milo” and Alexander the Great’s...20 Years Since the Deadly Tsunami in Asia
A look back at the horrible loss of life.How Mexican Cartels Test Fentanyl on Vulnerable People and Animals
A global crackdown on fentanyl has led cartels to innovate production methods and test their risky formulas on people, as well as rabbits and...Still Sounding Young at 85, She Is the Voice of Old Japan
Midori Kato is the last original member of the cast of “Sazae-san,” a cartoon series that premiered in 1969 and never quite joined the modern...A Young Sudanese Trapped by War Makes Painful Choices and Is Viewed With Suspicion
Trapped in Sudan’s brutal civil war, a young woman chose to work in a clinic on the front line, treating civilians and combatants. She had to...Prosecutors in Taiwan Indict Ko Wen-je, Former Presidential Candidate
The prosecutors asserted that Ko Wen-je, a former mayor, took bribes. He and his supporters have maintained that the charges are a political vendetta.In Tyre, Lebanon, a Somber Christmas Underlined by Trauma and Grief
The ancient Christian community in the coastal city of Tyre has little cause for celebration this year, with many mourning their dead and still...Mexico’s Radish-Carving Contest Draws Thousands to the South
In southern Mexico, a city dazzles with a celebration of its rich culture and history through a radish-carving competition, a cherished tradition...Azerbaijan Airlines Jet Crashes in Kazakhstan, Killing Dozens
Russia’s state aviation authority said the Azerbaijan Airlines plane had been trying to make an emergency landing. The Kazakh authorities said that...Cyclone on French Archipelago Exposes Resentments Over Immigrants
In the ruins left by Cyclone Chido, people from Mayotte, off the eastern coast of Africa, are calling to deport the undocumented immigrants who had...In Mozambique, Dozens Are Killed in Clashes Over Disputed Election Ruling
Hundreds of buildings were damaged or looted, including schools and hospitals, in a wave of unrest after Daniel Chapo was confirmed as the winner of...Famine Warning for Northern Gaza Draws U.S. Rebuke and Raises Questions
The dispute highlights the difficulties with data collection in Gaza that have hampered humanitarian efforts since the war began.Russia Strikes Ukraine’s Energy Infrastructure on Christmas Day
Moscow again struck Ukraine’s energy infrastructure, part of an effort to wear down the country. “In the trenches, there are no holidays,” one...Pope Francis Calls for Peace in Ukraine and Gaza on Christmas
Pope Francis’ Christmas message was a plea for reconciliation, peace and care for others.How Afghan Militias, Unleashed by the U.S., Proved Worse Than the Taliban
Trump blamed Biden. Biden blamed the Afghan military. Our investigation found that the U.S. unwittingly laid the groundwork for the Taliban’s...Thursday Briefing
Christmas Day attacks on Ukraine.Five Journalists Killed in Gaza Strike, Palestinian Officials Say
The Israeli military said it had struck a vehicle containing a “terrorist cell” in the Nuseirat area of Gaza.Hanukkah in Pictures: Keeping the Flame Alive
Jews around the globe lit the first of eight candles on Wednesday and came together to celebrate and reflect on their history.Thursday Briefing: Rebel Factions Try to Unite Syria
Plus, “Squid Game” returns.Desi Bouterse, Fugitive Former Dictator of Suriname, Dies at 79
He took power in a military coup in 1980 and later served as the country’s president. He was also convicted of ordering the murder of 15 political...If Syrian Chemical Weapons Were Found, the U.S. Army Could Safely Destroy Them
A civilian team at a base in Maryland disposed of Syrian toxins a decade ago after hundreds of people were killed in a nerve agent attack.King Charles Addresses U.K. Riots and His Cancer in Christmas Speech
The British monarch recorded his annual holiday address from the chapel of a former hospital, rather than from a palace.Syria’s New Leaders Try to Unite Rebel Factions Under Defense Ministry
As the fighters who ousted Bashar al-Assad set out to assert control over the country, they pursued former government forces loyal to the Assad...From Fighters to Policemen in a Post-Assad Damascus
As the rebels who ousted Syria’s longtime dictator, Bashar al-Assad, transition from insurgents to administrators, maintaining order in the streets...The Animal Celebrities Who Surprised, Soothed and Screamed at Us in 2024
Moo Deng the pygmy hippo, Flaco the escaped eagle-owl, Charlotte the maybe-pregnant stingray — they distracted us from the messy human world but...Christmas in Pictures: Lights and Color Mark the Season
Around the world, people found ways to show their holiday spirit.Holiday Briefing
Celebrating cherished traditions on a special day.Released From a Russian Prison, This Activist Got Right to Work
Vladimir Kara-Murza, a vehement critic of President Vladimir V. Putin, didn’t want to be part of a prisoner exchange. But he says more exchanges are...21 Dead as Mozambique Erupts in Violence Over Election Ruling
A ruling on Monday confirming that Daniel Chapo had won a disputed election has sparked protests and violence.Armed Attack at Haiti Hospital Kills at Least 3
Two journalists and a police officer died and at least seven others were wounded in the shooting before the reopening of a hospital wing in...Syrians in Christian Neighborhoods Protest After Christmas Tree Is Burned
The protests in Damascus broke out after footage circulated online of an artificial Christmas tree on fire in a mostly Christian town as masked men...Sophie Hediger, Olympic Snowboarder From Switzerland, Dies in Avalanche
Sophie Hediger, who competed in the 2022 Olympics in Beijing, died in an avalanche in Arosa, Switzerland, according to the police and the Swiss ski...Russia Sentences a U.S. Citizen, Eugene Spector, to 15 Years for Espionage
Eugene Spector was already serving a sentence for a bribery conviction when he was charged with spying, for which a court ordered him to serve an...Dutch Court Issues Prison Sentences Over Violence Against Israeli Soccer Fans
Five people were found guilty of crimes, including public violence, in relation to attacks targeting Israelis in Amsterdam last month.Israel Intercepts Houthi Missile and Threatens Militant Group’s Leaders
Israel said it had repelled an attack, which came hours after Israel’s defense minister vowed to “behead” the Yemeni group’s leadership.As Rome Prepares for a Tourist Surge, Residents Fear Losing the City’s Soul
The Catholic Jubilee in 2025 is expected to draw 32 million visitors. Officials are proud of the city’s accompanying makeover, but residents lament...An English City Dressed a Statue as Santa for Years. Then It Vanished.
The Old General watched over Nottingham, England, for more than a century of profound change before disappearing. This Christmas, he’s finally back.Christians in Gaza, Huddled in Churches, Celebrate Christmas
Some say that the community is in danger of losing its 1,600-year foothold in the enclave and that it is far from certain those who have fled will...Tuesday Briefing
Here’s what you need to know.He Inherited a Seat in the House of Lords. The UK Government Says He Will Lose It in 2025.
The U.K. government has pledged to remove hereditary peers from Parliament in 2025. For Lord Cromwell and 87 others, it is a wistful departure.Sorting Fact From Fiction as Fear Engulfs Bangladesh’s Hindus
Reports of vandalism and mob violence are real, but wilder accusations emanating from India muddy the picture.These Students Ousted Bangladesh’s Government. Now They’re Rebuilding a Democracy.
It is a daunting task for Bangladesh. But an unusual mix of young people and seasoned technocrats are determined to make the most of their opening.What Hun Manet Is Like as Cambodia’s New Leader
Hun Manet, who took over as prime minister last year, has followed in the steps of his father, who ran Cambodia for nearly 40 years.Is a Putin Ally in Belarus Making a Cautious Overture to the West?
President Aleksandr G. Lukashenko of Belarus keeps arresting political opponents, but analysts wonder if a string of unusual pardons is a bid to get...Tuesday Briefing: The Matt Gaetz Report is Out
Plus, celebrating “Chrismukkah.”Netanyahu Signals Progress on Hostage Deal but Won’t Give Timeline
Pledging to secure the release of hostages held in Gaza by any means necessary, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of Israel said, “I don’t know...French President Emmanuel Macron Appoints New Cabinet After Previous Government’s Collapse
President Emmanuel Macron of France named the choices less than three weeks after the previous government collapsed. He had already picked François...Slovak Leader Visits Putin, Breaking With E.U.’s Policy of Isolation
Prime Minister Robert Fico’s surprise visit to Moscow on Sunday, reportedly to discuss natural gas and Ukraine, was a blow to European unity against...Mozambique Court Upholds Result in Disputed Presidential Election
The decision paves the way for the governing party’s candidate to take office next month, but the country is on edge because earlier protests after...Christmas Market Attack in Germany Stirs Political Sniping
After an assailant driving an S.U.V. killed five people, calls for solidarity have quickly given way to criticism by rival lawmakers, ahead of snap...A Canceled Vote in Romania Hands Russia a Propaganda Coup
Many in the West have applauded the annulling of the first round of the presidential election, won by a Moscow-friendly candidate, but even his...Top Arab Diplomats, in Syria Visits, Aim to Build Ties With New Leadership
Ministers from Jordan and Qatar were among the first high-ranking Arab diplomats to meet with the leader of the rebel coalition that toppled the...Under Pressure, Telegram Turns a Profit for the First Time
Even as Telegram faces legal scrutiny and grapples with billions in debt, it is set to be profitable for the first time as it tries cryptocurrencies,...Why Are North Korean Troops in Ukraine Taking Heavy Casualties?
The North Korean army is one of the world’s largest. As it joins Russia’s war against Ukraine, its soldiers are paying a price for Kim...Mpox Is Spreading in Congo’s Capital, Threatening Global Efforts to Contain the Virus
Our reporter went to Congo, where the mpox epidemic has reached the teeming capital, infecting children and their mothers, who sell sex to survive.Monday Briefing
An attack at a Christmas market in Germany.‘I Was Destroyed by It’: 4 Men on Abuse at Ireland’s Catholic Schools
After decades of silence, dozens of older men are talking about the sexual abuse they suffered at schools run by religious orders. We spoke to four of...Organized Looting Throws Gaza Deeper Into Chaos
Gangs are filling a power vacuum left by Israel in some parts of southern Gaza, hijacking desperately needed aid for Palestinian residents.Surfers Return for Rare Big Wave Contest in Hawaii
The Eddie Aikau Big Wave Invitational was held for just the eleventh time since its founding in 1984. Landon McNamara, a local of Oahu’s North...Monday Briefing: Al-Assad’s Final Days in Power
Plus, parody as protest in South Korea.Small Plane Crashes Into Buildings in Brazilian City, Killing 10
At least 17 on the ground were hurt, officials said.Business
Trump’s Plans to Scrap Climate Policies Has Unnerved Green Energy Investors
President-elect Donald J. Trump is expected to roll back many of the rules and subsidies that have attracted billions of dollars from the private...How Breeze and Avelo Found Success by Serving Tiny Airports
Avelo Airlines and Breeze Airways have found success and loyal customers by serving airports in smaller cities, like New Haven, Conn., that were...Why Mergers of Carmakers Like Honda and Nissan Often Falter
The Japanese companies are considering joining forces to survive in a rapidly changing auto industry, but auto history is filled with troubled and...A Billionaire Gave $1,000 to UMass Dartmouth Graduates. Some Missed Out.
A billionaire gave $1,000 to University of Massachusetts Dartmouth graduates in May. The catch? You had to be there.An A.I. Boom Makes Electricians Flock to Central Washington
The rural region is changing fast as electricians from around the country plug the tech industry’s new, giant data centers into its ample power...How a Consulting Firm and Trump’s I.R.S. Pick Pushed a Problematic Tax Credit
Billy Long worked with Lifetime Advisors, a company that solicited clients to claim a pandemic-era tax credit that the I.R.S. said became a magnet for...More Starbucks Store Workers Will Join Strike for Final Day
The strike began Friday at stores in the Los Angeles, Seattle and Chicago areas and will end on Tuesday.How Bath & Body Works Comes Up With Its Holiday Scents
Every year, Bath & Body Works introduces a scent that it hopes will break through during the shopping season. It doesn’t have to smell like...How A.I. Could Reshape the Economic Geography of America
As the technology is widely adopted, some once-struggling midsize cities in the Midwest, Mid-Atlantic and South may benefit, new research predicts.Why Taiwan’s Foxconn, an iPhone Supplier, Is Investing in Texas and Thailand
The Apple supplier has spent millions in the United States, India and Mexico over the past two years to lessen its dependence on China.Tokyo Plane Collision Was Caused by Human Error, Investigators Find
A report confirmed prior indications that a pilot’s misunderstanding of air traffic control directives, and a missed warning, caused the January...Japan Airlines Cyber Attack Causes Flight Delays
The airline also temporarily stopped selling tickets for flights departing Thursday, but said that there was no impact on flight safety.New Mexico’s Governor Was A Liberal Hero. Then She Got Blunt about Crime.
Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham has clashed with her own party over how to tackle the nexus of addiction, mental illness and violence in New Mexico.Trump and Musk Want to Cut Billions From the Budget. It Won’t Be Easy.
Efforts to cut government spending and eliminate waste are dwarfed by the rising costs of the social safety net programs and interest expenses.Justin Baldoni’s Ex-Publicist Sues Over Alleged Blake Lively Smear Campaign
An ousted P.R. executive alleges a conspiracy to harm her and steal her clients, in connection with an effort to tarnish Blake Lively.American Airlines Briefly Grounds U.S. Flights on Christmas Eve Over Technical Issue
Bad weather made delays worse after problems with systems used to release flights on one of the busiest travel days of the year.5 Getaways for a Cozy Winter Escape
From Austria to Montana, we found a tempting array of hotels, resorts and other getaways for the perfect winter vacation.Mel Robbins and ‘The Let Them Theory’
The self-help phenom’s new book is all about letting others do as they may. Can she follow her own advice?National Security Committee Forgoes Decision on U.S. Steel Acquisition
The Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States kicked a decision over the merger with Japan’s Nippon Steel to President Biden, who is...Who Qualifies for IRS Payments of Up to $1,400 in Unclaimed Stimulus Credit?
Some Americans who qualified for a pandemic-era tax credit but did not claim it will get up to $1,400 in their account within the next month.Nordstrom to Be Taken Private By Founding Family and El Puerto de Liverpool
The business will be acquired by members of the family and El Puerto de Liverpool, a Mexican real estate and department store company that has owned a...Deal Makers See a Rebound in 2025 as Trump Returns to Power
It was another down year for mergers and acquisitions, but Wall Street is optimistic that the lengthy lull is coming to an end.Silicon Valley Heads to Washington
President-elect Donald Trump is tapping the technology sector for key roles, and executives from the venture capital firm Andreessen Horowitz are...Under Pressure, Telegram Turns a Profit for the First Time
Even as Telegram faces legal scrutiny and grapples with billions in debt, it is set to be profitable for the first time as it tries cryptocurrencies,...Teddy Blanks, the Typography Maestro Getting Calls From Greta Gerwig and Robert Eggers
Teddy Blanks, the designer behind the memorable movie titles for films like “Nosferatu” and “Barbie,” has quietly become Hollywood’s go-to...As ‘Squid Game’ Returns for Season 2, Netflix Hopes to Recapture the Magic
The success of the show’s first season surprised Netflix executives, reaffirming the company’s global strategy.U.S. Takes Aim at China’s Production of Essential Chips
The older-style chips are crucial for a wide array of appliances and other machinery, including weaponry.Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Wants to Ban Drug Ads on TV. It Wouldn’t Be Easy.
Attempts to restrict pharmaceutical advertisements have failed many times over the years, often on First Amendment grounds.How to Pack Formal Clothing
Make sure your dresses and suits arrive in tip-top shape with these packing tips from the pros.Honda and Nissan Aim to Merge as Global Competition Bears Down
Japan’s second- and third-largest automakers hope the $50 billion deal would help them catch up with Tesla and China’s BYD in electric vehicles...‘Sonic’ Beats ‘Mufasa: The Lion King’ at the Box Office
“Mufasa: The Lion King” sputtered in second place at theaters in the United States and Canada. “Sonic the Hedgehog 3” was No. 1.Removing Carbon From the Sky Could Be the Next Climate Gold Rush
Investors are betting that they can make a dent in global warming, and healthy profits, with companies that alter the atmosphere.Why Is It So Hard to Make a Robot Chef?
Restaurants are experimenting with automation. But in the kitchen, human labor is hard to replace.We Gave Workplace Advice. Readers Shared What They’d Do Instead.
Some readers have their own opinions about the workplace advice that this columnist doled out over the past six months.Trump Appoints ‘The Apprentice’ Producer as Special Envoy to Britain
Mark Burnett and President-elect Donald J. Trump had a long and successful collaboration that made Mr. Trump a household name.Iran’s Energy Crisis Hits ‘Dire’ Point as Industries Are Forced to Shut Down
Although Iran has one of the biggest supplies of natural gas and crude oil in the world, it finds itself in a full blown energy emergency, coming just...Amazon Warehouse Workers in New York City Join Protest
The workers’ union hopes that adding employees at the Staten Island warehouse to a protest started by delivery drivers will increase pressure on...Party City Stores to Close by February, Company Says
In an internal letter, the company said inflation and changes in consumer spending had forced it to shut its more than 700 stores.Blake Lively, Justin Baldoni and a Smear Campaign After ‘It Ends With Us’
Private messages detail an alleged campaign to tarnish Blake Lively after she accused Justin Baldoni of misconduct on the set of “It Ends With...From Inflation to Bitcoin, 9 Charts That Explain 2024
Rate cuts, stock surges, and Trump’s tariff threats are among the biggest forces shaping business and the economy.Egg Prices Jump Before Holidays as Bird Flu Spreads
Costs have soared again amid a bird flu outbreak, bringing renewed attention to the fact that while inflation is cooling, prices are still elevated.How to Keep ‘People Pleasing” From Ruining Your Finances
Spending money to avoid conflict or gain social acceptance can ruin your finances. Some self-reflection and support from professionals can help turn...Undocumented Workers Take on Dangerous Jobs to Feed America
Undocumented workers help feed America’s hunger for prepared foods, but some take jobs with staffing agencies that expose them to hazardous...How Netflix’s ‘Culinary Class Wars’ Made Chef Anh Sung-jae a Star
Anh Sung-jae went to America as a 13-year-old, joined the Army, went to culinary school and opened a top restaurant in San Francisco. Now back home in...For Syria’s Economy, the Way Forward Starts With Sanctions Relief
Years of strife ruined the energy sector, battered the currency and strangled growth. The West must ease financial controls to help the economy,...Google Proposes Fix to Solve Search Monopoly
The search giant’s proposals included allowing flexibility for companies and consumers in choosing a search engine.Troy Masters, Pioneering L.G.B.T.Q. Journalist, Dies at 63
He was at the helm of several influential publications, notably Gay City News in New York City and, since 2017, The Los Angeles Blade.How a Government Shutdown Could Affect the Economy
A short lapse in funding would probably do only modest damage. But it could send a troubling signal about government dysfunction.The Other Game
At the DealBook Summit, seven sports stars and experts discussed how building a brand as an athlete has changed.Biden Withdraws Proposed Regulations on Student Loans and Trans Athletes
The decision to withdraw the regulations seemed to be an acknowledgment that they would go nowhere under the Trump administration.OpenAI Unveils o3 System That Reasons Through Math, Science Problems
The artificial intelligence start-up said the new system, OpenAI o3, outperformed leading A.I. technologies on tests that rate skills in math,...Volkswagen Reaches Labor Deal, Avoiding Germany Plant Closures
The automaker agreed to keep all 10 of its factories in Germany open and to guarantee workers’ jobs until the end of 2030.Biden Administration Sues 3 Big Banks Over Zelle Fraud
Action against Bank of America, JPMorgan Chase and Wells Fargo may not survive President-elect Donald J. Trump’s return to office.Government Shutdown and Travel: What to Know About Flights, Passports and More
The failure to act by Congress could cause airport lines and other disruptions across the travel industry during a busy holiday travel period.How a New Year’s Resolution Can Set Up Financial Goals for Success
Don’t give up on resolving to do better, psychologists and personal finance experts say. The key is to reframe the way you think about it.Wall St. Is Making Irrelevant Predictions, Again
Optimistic guesses about the future are not forecasts, our columnist says.Technology
An A.I. Boom Makes Electricians Flock to Central Washington
The rural region is changing fast as electricians from around the country plug the tech industry’s new, giant data centers into its ample power...Elon Musk’s xAI Raises $6 Billion in New Funding
“A lot of compute is needed,” Mr. Musk said in a post about the financing, in which BlackRock, Fidelity and Sequoia participated.Under Pressure, Telegram Turns a Profit for the First Time
Even as Telegram faces legal scrutiny and grapples with billions in debt, it is set to be profitable for the first time as it tries cryptocurrencies,...How A.I. Could Reshape the Economic Geography of America
As the technology is widely adopted, some once-struggling midsize cities in the Midwest, Mid-Atlantic and South may benefit, new research predicts.Trump’s Plans to Scrap Climate Policies Has Unnerved Green Energy Investors
President-elect Donald J. Trump is expected to roll back many of the rules and subsidies that have attracted billions of dollars from the private...Why Mergers of Carmakers Like Honda and Nissan Often Falter
The Japanese companies are considering joining forces to survive in a rapidly changing auto industry, but auto history is filled with troubled and...How Hallucinatory A.I. Helps Science Dream Up Big Breakthroughs
Hallucinations, a bane of popular A.I. programs, turn out to be a boon for venturesome scientists eager to push back the frontiers of human knowledge.Amazon Warehouse Workers in New York City Join Protest
The workers’ union hopes that adding employees at the Staten Island warehouse to a protest started by delivery drivers will increase pressure on...Google Antitrust Case: Why Chrome May Be Sold and What Happens Next
The federal judge who ruled Google was a monopolist in search is weighing his options to fix the monopoly. Here’s what happens now.Google Proposes Fix to Solve Search Monopoly
The search giant’s proposals included allowing flexibility for companies and consumers in choosing a search engine.OpenAI Unveils o3 System That Reasons Through Math, Science Problems
The artificial intelligence start-up said the new system, OpenAI o3, outperformed leading A.I. technologies on tests that rate skills in math,...Is Amazon’s Drone Delivery Finally Ready for Prime Time?
We flew to Arizona to test the recently debuted service ourselves.Amazon Has Overhauled Its Drone Delivery. Will the Public Welcome It?
A recent visit to the company’s overhauled drone delivery program in Arizona left me impressed by the drones, but skeptical that the public will...How Your Car Might Be Making Roads Safer
Researchers say data from long-haul trucks and General Motors cars is critical for addressing traffic congestion and road safety. Data privacy experts...Nvidia’s Global Chips Sales Could Collide With US-China Tensions
The chipmaker expects more than $10 billion in foreign sales this year, but the Biden administration is advancing rules that could curb that growth.Is the Tech Industry Nearing an A.I. Slowdown?
Companies like OpenAI and Google are running out of the data used to train artificial intelligence systems. Can new methods continue years of rapid...Google Street View Captures a Man Loading a Bag Into a Trunk. Arrests Follow.
The image, from northern Spain, showed a man with a white bag in the trunk of a car. The National Police said it helped them solve a missing-person...How to Navigate Updates to Apple’s and Google’s Photos Apps
Redesigned interfaces, new features and artificial intelligence are meant to enhance the experience, even if the changes can be confusing at first.Why Democrats’ Version of ‘Stop the Steal’ Isn’t Taking Off
A movement by some Democratic voters to investigate the results of the 2024 presidential election mirrors a push by Republicans in 2020. But it’s...Databricks Is Raising $10 Billion, in One of the Largest Venture Capital Deals
The artificial intelligence start-up’s funding shows investors remain enthusiastic about the A.I. boom.Sports
After a Family Tragedy, an N.B.A. Star Is Learning to Love Basketball Again
Andrew Wiggins felt helpless watching his father suffer, but he has rediscovered his spirit and found reconnection in his memory.Aaron Rodgers Addresses Stories Regarding the Jets’ Ongoing Dysfunction
“What’s best for the Jets is not having these types of leaks all the time. When that gets figured out, it will be a little easier to win,” the...Why Bill Belichick Abandoned the Hope of Landing an N.F.L. Job
Belichick, the most prepared figure in the league for so long, had to recognize a chilling reality.The Fall of ESPN’s ‘Golden Boy’ and the Network’s Reckoning With Its Past
Before Lee Fitting was terminated in 2023, women who worked with the former executive say his behavior toward them went unchecked for years.Analyzing the Golden At-Bat, a Rule Change That Could Revolutionize Baseball
Would fan interest grow if teams could manipulate their lineups to send superstars to hit with a game on the line?The Surprising Leaders in the Battle for the N.B.A.’s Most Coveted Awards
A player taken with the 39th overall pick in the draft is the early leader in the Rookie of the Year race.How a Former N.F.L. Player Became a Viral Woodworking Sensation
In some ways, John Malecki can thank a cheap coffee table for his 1.2 million subscribers on YouTube.Introducing the Most Dangerous Pass in Soccer
The risk and reward behind the pass that drives most fans wild, and some furious.Jared Goff Hit Rock Bottom. Then One Conversation Changed Everything.
The Lions quarterback braced for bad news when he walked into his coach’s office two years ago.Science
The Animal Celebrities Who Surprised, Soothed and Screamed at Us in 2024
Moo Deng the pygmy hippo, Flaco the escaped eagle-owl, Charlotte the maybe-pregnant stingray — they distracted us from the messy human world but...The 12,000-Year-Old Wolves That Ate Like Dogs
Animal remains unearthed in Alaska give clues to how wolves were domesticated.NASA’s Parker Solar Probe Will Attempt the Closest Ever Pass of the Sun’s Surface
The Parker Solar Probe is attempting the closest ever pass of the sun’s surface on Christmas Eve.How Hallucinatory A.I. Helps Science Dream Up Big Breakthroughs
Hallucinations, a bane of popular A.I. programs, turn out to be a boon for venturesome scientists eager to push back the frontiers of human knowledge.A 1,000-Year-Old Seed Grows in Israel
For 14 years, scientists have been growing a tree akin to the Judean balsam — the source of the balm of Gilead — but with no modern counterpart.A Mouse That Swims and Dozens More Species Are Discovered in a Peruvian Jungle
A 38-day expedition in the remote Alto Mayo region, where development threatens wild habitats, turned up one previously unknown animal after another.Dennis Overbye on Retiring from The New York Times: A Solstice of the Soul
For his next trick, your cosmic correspondent for the past quarter-century will (try to) retire.Hawaii’s Kilauea Volcano Erupts on Big Island
Scientists said that the main hazard from the eruption on Monday was increased levels of volcanic gas.This Brazilian Velvet Ant Is So Dark That It’s Super-Black
Scientists found that the dark markings on a species of fluffy wasp reflected less than 1 percent of light.Human Thought Is Far Slower Than Your Internet Connection
A new study is “a bit of a counterweight to the endless hyperbole about how incredibly complex and powerful the human brain is,” one researcher...In Some Doctors’ Offices, the Weigh-In Is No Longer Required
It may be a longstanding practice, but critics say routine weight measurements are driving some patients away from care.Indian Ocean Tsunami Was the Deadliest in History. 20 Years Later, Challenges Still Remain.
Experts said they were “blind” to the Indian Ocean tsunami in 2004. Twenty years later, working toward a world without tsunami deaths is a...20 Big Cats Die From Bird Flu at a Washington Sanctuary
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The Food and Drug Administration released final rules on labeling foods as “healthy,” tightening limits for sugar, sodium and saturated fat.Popular Arthritis Drug For Dogs May Have Severe Side Effects, F.D.A. Says
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