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Trump Announces 25% Tariffs on Imported Cars and Car Parts
The measure, which is intended to bring car factories to the United States, could significantly raise prices for consumers.
Tariffs Could Give Tesla and Musk a Leg Up on Rivals
The company led by President Trump’s confidant Elon Musk builds all the cars it sells in the United States domestically and will be exempt from...
The Fallout From The Leaked Signal Chat, Explained
Will the F.B.I. and the Justice Department investigate if the move by senior members of President Trump’s administration to share defense secrets...
Intelligence Officials Face a Fresh Round of Questions About Signal Leak
Democrats on a House committee appeared in lock step as they confronted one of the most notable blunders of the Trump administration.
Trump Administration Deflects Blame for Leak at Every Turn
President Trump and other officials have given shifting, varied, implausible and sometimes conflicting explanations for how highly sensitive military...
Appeals Court Maintains Block on Trump’s Deportation Flights Under Alien Enemies Act
The panel said that while further argument was needed, lawyers for the migrants would likely succeed in their claims that the Venezuelans had been...
Rumeysa Ozturk, a Tufts Student, Is Detained by ICE
The university was told that the student’s visa had been terminated, its president said in a late-night email to students and faculty members.
China Is Courting, and Confronting, U.S. Allies Made Uneasy by Trump
Even as China offers itself to nations like Japan as a more reliable partner, its ships are pushing into their neighborhoods — sometimes on the very...
Trump Is Trying to Gain More Power Over Elections. Is His Effort Legal?
A far-reaching executive order aims to reshape the country’s voting laws, is sure to be challenged in court and reflects the president’s concerted...
Duke Says ‘White Lotus’ Went ‘Too Far’ With School References
In a show that features an array of disturbing story lines, the actions — and wardrobe — of a character have gone “too far” for the...
European Leaders to Try to Hammer Out Ukraine Support Plans
Over 30 officials are expected in Paris for the gathering. But who is willing to do what in this coalition is still unclear.
How Russia’s Tactics Give Them an Advantage in U.S.-led Peace Talks
Moscow’s demands are slowing the process and giving it the advantage in talks with a deal-hungry United States, experts said.
Gazans Protest Against Hamas and War for a Second Day
The demonstrations, a rare show of dissent, appeared to have spread, reflecting frustration at the breakdown of a cease-fire with Israel. “We want...
Gaia to Shut Down After More Than a Decade of Mapping the Milky Way
After more than a decade of mapping the stars, the European spacecraft will shut down on Thursday. But its legacy lives on.
Herb Greene, Who Photographed the Grateful Dead and Other 1960s Rock Acts, Dies at 82
One of the first to shoot the Grateful Dead, he also memorably chronicled many of the other bands that were on the scene in the late 1960s.
How to Punish Russia, Make Money for America and End the War in Ukraine
By combining income from tariffs with the threat of sanctions on oil and gas sales, the U.S. can make money while pressuring Russia to end its war in...
Foreign Spies to Team Trump: 👊🇺🇸🔥
Help yourself. The door is open.
NASA’s Webb Telescope Spots Auroras on Neptune for the First Time
The James Webb Space Telescope identified the lights in the distant planet’s atmosphere, which could not be seen by earlier telescopes or...
As Musk Makes Some Headway in India, He Is Also Suing Its Government
Elon Musk’s pursuit of business expansion in the country through Tesla and Starlink is coming at the same time that his X platform is waging a fight...
LeShon Johnson, Ex-N.F.L. Running Back, Ran Major Dogfighting Kennel, U.S. Says
Federal investigators say that they seized 190 pit-bull-type dogs from the former player, who previously pleaded guilty to state dogfighting charges...
Sudan’s Military Drives Rival Fighters Out of Khartoum, a Major Shift in Civil War
In dramatic scenes that appear to mark a turning point in nearly two years of civil war, Sudan’s military is driving fighters of its rival, the...
Bon Iver Is Happy (and Sexy) Now. It Took a Lot of Work.
The singer and songwriter Justin Vernon’s fast success led to unexpected opportunities and emotional depletion. His next LP, “Sable, Fable,” is...

Europe Talks Tough on Military Spending, but Unity Is Fracturing
European leaders are struggling to find the money and the political will to replace the bulk of the U.S. contribution to Ukraine and to their own...
How Russia’s Tactics Give Them an Advantage in U.S.-led Peace Talks
Moscow’s demands are slowing the process and giving it the advantage in talks with a deal-hungry United States, experts said.
Sudan’s Military Drives Rival Fighters Out of Khartoum, a Major Shift in Civil War
In dramatic scenes that appear to mark a turning point in nearly two years of civil war, Sudan’s military is driving fighters of its rival, the...
Jair Bolsonaro Ordered to Face Trial in Brazil for Attempting a Coup
Brazil’s top court ruled that the former president will be tried over his role in a vast plot to cling to power after his 2022 election loss.
Why These Islanders Hunt Dolphins
The residents of Fanalei Island, in the Solomon Islands, say the lucrative hunts will help them buy land elsewhere and move off their sinking home.
South Korea Wildfires Kill 26 and Destroy 1,000-Year-Old Temples
At least 26 people are dead, including the pilot of a helicopter that crashed trying to contain blazes that strong winds and dry conditions were...
Gazans Protest Against Hamas and War for a Second Day
The demonstrations, a rare show of dissent, appeared to have spread, reflecting frustration at the breakdown of a cease-fire with Israel. “We want...
Russia and Ukraine Agree to Black Sea Cease-Fire: What to Know
It remains unclear if the commitments to stop attacks and ensure safe shipping in the Black Sea, which came with many caveats, would happen soon.
Turkey’s Opposition Calls for Boycott and Mass Protests After Arrest of Istanbul Mayor
To pressure President Recep Tayyip Erdogan over the jailing of his top rival, the opposition wants Turks to boycott companies that back Mr. Erdogan...
A Fire Plunged Heathrow Into Darkness. A Nearby Data Center Kept Humming. Why?
It could cost $100 million and take years to install the backup generators to prevent another hourslong power loss like the one at Britain’s biggest...
Prince Harry Steps Down as Patron of Charity He Founded
The prince and his fellow patron, the prince of Lesotho, said they had resigned in solidarity with trustees at the charity, Sentebale.
UK University Gets Record Fine Over Free Speech on Campus
A regulator penalized the school three years after a professor quit in response to what she said was a campaign of harassment over her views on...
A Traditional Ramadan Treat Gets a Modern Remake (but Good Luck Getting It)
Marook, a sweet bread eaten during Ramadan in Syria, used to be a simple loaf, but now the list of choices can be as long as the lines of customers.
Israel Budget Vote Is Win for Netanyahu
A budget approved by Israel’s Parliament cements Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s power and includes significant military spending.
Thursday Briefing
Efforts to minimize the damage from a leaked Signal chat.
European Leaders to Try to Hammer Out Ukraine Support Plans
Over 30 officials are expected in Paris for the gathering. But who is willing to do what in this coalition is still unclear.
As Musk Makes Some Headway in India, He Is Also Suing Its Government
Elon Musk’s pursuit of business expansion in the country through Tesla and Starlink is coming at the same time that his X platform is waging a fight...
China Is Courting, and Confronting, U.S. Allies Made Uneasy by Trump
Even as China offers itself to nations like Japan as a more reliable partner, its ships are pushing into their neighborhoods — sometimes on the very...
Where Do You Bury a Nazi?
As the German right ascends, the nation is still grappling with its fascist past — and how to handle its remains.
Thursday Briefing: More Signal Texts Released
Plus, a train trip between two worlds.
U.S. Military Provides Few Details on Daily Strikes in Yemen
The Pentagon has refused to disclose how many targets have been hit in Yemen, or identify the Houthi militia commanders killed in the campaign.
Oleg Gordievsky, K.G.B. Officer Turned Double Agent, Dies at 86
While climbing the ranks of the Soviet spy agency, he spent more than a decade working for British intelligence as one of its most highly placed...
What to Know About the Turmoil in Turkey
Turkey was plunged into a political crisis after the authorities arrested Ekrem Imamoglu, mayor of Istanbul and a top rival to President Recep Tayyip...
Vehicle Carrying 4 U.S. Soldiers Is Found in a Lithuanian Swamp, Officials Say
A U.S. military official said the soldiers were on a training mission when their heavy vehicle sank in a swamp in eastern Lithuania, near the border...
U.S. to End Vaccine Funds for Poor Countries
A 281-page spreadsheet obtained by The Times lists the Trump administration’s plans for thousands of foreign aid programs.
Dollar Tree Is Selling Family Dollar for $1 Billion
Nearly 10 years after buying Family Dollar for about $9 billion, Dollar Tree announced it would sell the retailer to two private equity firms.
South Korea, World’s Largest ‘Baby Exporter,’ Admits to Adoption Fraud
A South Korean truth commission called for the country to apologize to those who were sent abroad “like luggage” so that adoption agencies could...
Wednesday Briefing
Fallout from the Trump administration’s Signal chat leak.
How Small Restaurants Are Dealing With Record Egg Prices
Mom-and-pop businesses are trying to adapt to the soaring cost of eggs. The owners of four egg-centric restaurants across the country show how they...
Art Expert Accused of Duping Prince and Palace of Versailles Stands Trial
A connoisseur of 18th-century French furniture fooled buyers into purchasing chairs with fake royal pedigrees, authorities say. The distinct taste of...
Living Car-Free in Arizona, on Purpose and Happily
One community near Phoenix is taking a “completely different” approach to development.
They’re in Hot Water in Idaho. Here’s Why That’s a Good Thing.
Nearly 500 buildings in the state capital get their heat from a clean, renewable source located deep in the ground.
At This Clinic in Hawaii, Nature Is the Medicine
A neglected parcel of land was restored by volunteers and patients at a community medical center. Along the way, their health also improved.
What to Know About the Only US Military Base in Greenland
Since World War II, American forces have been stationed on the island. Today, from a remote outpost, they watch the skies.
JD Vance to Lead Visit by US Delegation to Greenland
Amid President Trump’s push to take over the world’s largest island, the administration says it is sending the vice president to visit a military...
Wednesday Briefing: A Cease-Fire Deal for the Black Sea
Plus, the hit series “Adolescence.”
Gazans Voice Frustration With Hamas in Rare Protest
One Gazan who attended the rally said the protesters wanted Hamas to end the war and leave the enclave.
Sudan Military Bombing Kills Dozens in Attack on Market in Darfur
The bombing in a crowded market, which monitors called a likely war crime, was a grim reminder of the brutal toll caused by both sides in the two-year...
India Said to Have Meddled in Canada Party Election
Indian agents raised money and helped organize support in 2022 for Pierre Poilievre, the Conservative leader, news outlets reported, citing...
Vandals of Paddington Statue Were ‘Antithesis’ of Beloved Bear, Judge Says
A jurist in England scolded two members of the British Royal Air Force who damaged the bear, saying their actions “lacked respect and integrity.”
Mob Descends on a Comedy Club After a Comic Jokes About a Politician
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has said criticism is “the soul” of Indian democracy. But his allies unleashed vigilantes after a comic who called a...
Olympic Track Officials to Require Sex Tests for Female Athletes
The change affects women with atypical genetics who have been able to compete if they suppressed their testosterone levels.
Trump to Name Right-Wing Media Critic Ambassador to South Africa
L. Brent Bozell III, who must be confirmed by the Senate, would be stepping into the role at a time when relations between South Africa and the United...
Ukraine and Russia Agree to Cease Fighting in the Black Sea, White House Says
The deal was limited, and it was not clear when or how it would start. The Kremlin also demanded some Western sanctions be lifted first.
Trump’s Team Calls Europe ‘Pathetic’ in Leaked Signal Group Chat Messages
Trump officials have demanded more European military spending and questioned the continent’s values. Leaked messages show the depth of the rift.
Israeli Police Release Palestinian Director Hamdan Ballal After West Bank Incident
Hamdan Ballal said he was struck as he guarded his home during an attack by settlers. The Israeli authorities said he had been detained on suspicion...
Sadistic Online Gangs Pose ‘Unprecedented Risk’ to Teens, Says UK NCA
Sadistic online groups are recruiting teenagers in Britain, according to the National Crime Agency, which warned that young men were being targeted...
Japanese Court Disbands Unification Church in Wake of Abe Killing
The assassination in 2022 of Shinzo Abe, the country’s former prime minister, led to an investigation into the group’s political ties and...
An Israeli Hostage Released From Gaza Campaigns for the Release of Others
Trepidation over the fate of other captives has left Ilana Gritzewsky little time for self-healing after her own violent abduction.
How a Cheap Drone Punctured Chernobyl’s Steel Shield During the Ukraine War
The steel shell that encloses the site of the world’s worst nuclear disaster was built to endure for a century. But war was a scenario its engineers...
A Journey on South Africa’s Blue Train
On a trip from Cape Town to Pretoria, a reporter grapples with the whiplash of traveling through South Africa’s two worlds, from majestic mountains...
In Germany’s New Parliament, Women Are a Rarer Sight
The class of lawmakers taking office is noticeably more male and less diverse than the constituents it will represent.
Tuesday Briefing
An extraordinary security breach.
What Makes Sydney’s Pondi Beach Different? It’s 50 Miles Inland.
It’s no Bondi Beach, but Pondi, or Penrith Beach, has been a welcome relief to the city’s sweltering western suburbs.
China Releases Mintz Employees After 2-Year Detention
The release of the five employees, detained during a crackdown on foreign due diligence, comes as Beijing is trying to bring back overseas investment.
U.N. to Pull International Workers From Gaza Amid Israeli Strikes
The United Nations is withdrawing about one-third of its international work force in Gaza, with the reduction coming after an Israeli tank shell hit a...
Is Russia an Adversary or a Future Partner? Trump’s Aides May Have to Decide.
On Tuesday, America’s top intelligence officials will release their current assessment of Russia. They are caught between what their analysts say...
Hamdan Ballal, Palestinian Director of ‘No Other Land,’ Is Attacked in West Bank, Witnesses Say
Hamdan Ballal was assaulted by masked attackers in his home village in the Israeli-occupied West Bank, witnesses said. The Israeli military said he...
Supreme Court Will Not Hear Appeal in ‘Juliana’ Climate Case
The Supreme Court declined to hear an appeal in the long-running case, known as Juliana, which helped spawn legal strategies widely adapted to other...
Tuesday Briefing: Trump Threatens New Tariffs
Plus, the practical magic of “speedcubing.”
U.S. Lifts Millions in Bounties on Senior Taliban Officials
The move was a significant shift toward leaders of the Haqqani network, which was behind some of the deadliest attacks during the war in Afghanistan.

Business

Trump Allies Grill PBS and NPR During Congress Hearing
Dark pronouncements by Republicans about a “communist agenda” espoused by public media were intercut with lighter references to “Sesame...
Rivals Pounce on Paul Weiss, a Top Law Firm, After Trump’s Order
Fears that competitors could take its top rainmaking talent added to the law firm’s worries about a Trump executive order that targeted it.
India Is on a Hiring Binge That Trump’s Tariffs Can’t Stop
An abundance of motivated young professionals is luring American businesses to base their global operations in Indian cities.
TikTok Ads Portray App as Force for Good as US Ban Looms
The popular video app, which could be banned in the United States next month if it is not sold to a non-Chinese owner, is portraying itself as a...
U.S. Adds Export Restrictions to More Chinese Tech Firms Over Security Concerns
The additions included companies that are customers of Intel and Nvidia, and one firm that was the focus of a New York Times investigation last year.
Trump’s Crypto Venture Introduces a Stablecoin
World Liberty Financial, the crypto business created by President Trump and his sons, unveiled a cryptocurrency called a stablecoin, furthering his...
Trump Trade Policies and Federal Cuts Shake Consumer Confidence
The level in the Conference Board’s latest monthly survey was the lowest since January 2021.
Trump Leads a ‘Machinery’ of Misinformation in Second Term
President Trump’s first four years in the White House were filled with falsehoods. Now he and those around him are using false claims to justify...
How ‘No Other Land’ Became an Unlikely Box Office Success
The Oscar-winning documentary has surpassed $2 million at the box office despite the lack of a traditional distribution deal.
Trump Floats Chinese Tariff Cuts in Exchange for TikTok Deal
The social media app could shut down on April 5 unless it is sold to a new non-Chinese owner. Mr. Trump issued an order delaying the enforcement of a...
Consumer Bureau Seeks to Undo Settlement and Repay Mortgage Lender
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau wants to return a $105,000 penalty it collected last fall when it resolved a discrimination lawsuit.
Tariffs Could Give Tesla and Musk a Leg Up on Rivals
The company led by President Trump’s confidant Elon Musk builds all the cars it sells in the United States domestically and will be exempt from...
Trump’s Tariffs on Autos Would Hit Europe Hard
The levies could hurt European automakers when the industry is already struggling, especially in Germany, Europe’s biggest economy.
CBS Cancels ‘After Midnight’ After Host Taylor Tomlinson Steps Aside
The show’s host, Taylor Tomlinson, said she wanted to go back to doing stand-up comedy full time.
After Heathrow, Who Pays for Missed Cruises and Hotel Bookings?
When the airport shut down travelers were on the hook for reservations that could not be canceled, expensive new flights and missed events that...
Stocks Slump Ahead of Trump’s Auto Tariffs
Carmakers’ declines extended in after-hours trading on the news of 25% tariffs on imported vehicles. The drop reflected concerns about inflation.
How Trump’s Auto Tariffs Could Affect Car Prices
Experts say tariffs could soon drive car prices up by several thousand dollars and limit production.
Trump Announces 25% Tariffs on Imported Cars and Car Parts
The measure, which is intended to bring car factories to the United States, could significantly raise prices for consumers.
Voice of America Director Sues Trump Officials Over Shutdown
The lawsuit by the director and journalists is the latest legal challenge to the administration’s bid to dismantle the government-funded...
PBS Rejects Marjorie Taylor Greene’s Claims About Drag Queens on Shows
Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene criticized PBS for featuring a drag queen named Lil Miss Hot Mess in its children’s programming.
U.K. Boosts Military Spending and Cuts Welfare in ‘Uncertain World’
The changes come as President Trump’s tariff threats have disrupted global trade and added pressure to the British government’s already strained...
U.S. Could Run Out of Cash by May, Budget Office Predicts
The Congressional Budget Office said that the so-called X-date could occur as early as spring if Congress does not lift or suspend the nation’s debt...
LeBron James Signs Podcast Deal With Amazon’s Wondery
The basketball star has signed a podcasting deal with Wondery, furthering Amazon’s wider push into sports.
PBS and NPR Funding Has Been Threatened Before
Republicans in Congress have made several attempts to defund NPR and PBS over the last half-century.
Dollar Tree Is Selling Family Dollar for $1 Billion
Nearly 10 years after buying Family Dollar for about $9 billion, Dollar Tree announced it would sell the retailer to two private equity firms.
Who Are the CEOs of NPR and PBS, Katherine Maher and Paula Kerger?
The two public media organizations will be represented before Congress by executives with very different résumés.
Big Law Splinters Under a Trump Onslaught
The president’s repeated clashes with the nation’s most prestigious law firms has had a destabilizing business effect.
Foreign Travelers Are Rethinking Travel to the U.S.
A growing number of travelers say they are worried about feeling unwelcome or unsafe in America and are reluctant to support the economy of a country...
Why These Islanders Hunt Dolphins
The residents of Fanalei Island, in the Solomon Islands, say the lucrative hunts will help them buy land elsewhere and move off their sinking home.
How Small Restaurants Are Dealing With Record Egg Prices
Mom-and-pop businesses are trying to adapt to the soaring cost of eggs. The owners of four egg-centric restaurants across the country show how they...
Who Is Jeffrey Goldberg, the Editor Mistakenly Added to the Signal Chat?
Mr. Goldberg, who was included on a private text thread discussing war plans, was a longtime national security reporter who became editor of The...
Frank Bisignano, Trump’s Pick to Lead Social Security Administration, Faces Senators
Frank Bisignano, who pledged to improve customer service, told Senate Democrats he had “never thought about” making the agency private.
Why Washington and Wall St Have Problems With Off-Channel Messaging
Revelations that President Trump’s inner circle discussed sensitive military details on Signal has jolted Washington. What comes next could also be...
PBS and NPR Prepare for Showdown With Congress
Top executives from the public media networks are bracing for a hearing on Wednesday organized by Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene.
Layoffs and Unemployment Grow Among College Graduates
The unemployment rate for college graduates has risen faster than for other workers over the past few years. How worried should they be?
Why Is Dining Alone So Difficult?
With solo reservations on the rise but many restaurants still restricting tables to two or more, solitary Americans often feel left out or...
A Journey on South Africa’s Blue Train
On a trip from Cape Town to Pretoria, a reporter grapples with the whiplash of traveling through South Africa’s two worlds, from majestic mountains...
U.S. Infrastructure Improves, but Cuts May Imperil Progress, Report Says
A report card from an engineering group found that American roads, ports and other infrastructure got better last year but could be hurt if federal...
China Releases Mintz Employees After 2-Year Detention
The release of the five employees, detained during a crackdown on foreign due diligence, comes as Beijing is trying to bring back overseas investment.
Samsung Electronics Executive Han Jong-Hee Dies at 63
Mr. Han was co-chief executive and oversaw the company’s consumer electronics business since 2021.
Trump Campaign Aide Chris LaCivita Sues The Daily Beast for Defamation
The lawsuit accuses the news site of knowingly publishing false information about how much Chris LaCivita, a Trump campaign manager, was paid by the...
Social Security, Buffeted by Turmoil, Awaits a New Leader
The billionaire Elon Musk has become fixated on finding fraud inside the agency, which provides retirement, survivor and disability payments to 73...
NewJeans Had Planned a Rebirth. The Performance Ended in Tears.
K-pop’s most imaginative group has been battling its powerhouse label. Our critic watched as its first concert in months was upended by a court...
Hyundai to Invest $21 Billion in US in Bid to Avoid Trump’s Tariffs
Hyundai already makes cars in the United States, in Georgia and Alabama.
FDA Approved Artificial Blood Vessel Despite Warnings
The agency OK’d an artificial vessel to restore blood flow in patients, even though its own scientists flagged questionable study results and...
Trump to Impose Tariffs Against Countries That Buy Venezuelan Oil
The president plans to wield tariffs like financial sanctions, ordering that countries that buy Venezuelan oil have tariffs put on their exports to...
Trump’s Car Tariffs Worry Toyota and Japan’s Automakers
Japanese automakers, initially optimistic about some of President Trump’s policies, are reckoning with potentially devastating U.S. taxes on...
US Exporters Vie to Shape Trump’s Reciprocal Tariffs Ahead of April 2
Makers of a vast array of American products are weighing the risks, and potential payoffs, of the sweeping tariffs the president has promised on April...
A Car Reporter on Elon Musk and Tesla
Life has looked a little different for a New York Times journalist covering the U.S. auto industry — and the tech billionaire at its forefront.
Trump, Big Law, and an “Existential Crisis”
The president’s clash with some of the nation’s biggest law firms appears to be far from over, potentially splintering the legal community even...
United Airlines Raises Price of Club Lounge Memberships
As airport lounges see increasing demand, United Airlines is changing how travelers can access its lounges, raising prices and cutting the amenities.
23andMe Files for Bankruptcy and CEO Anne Wojcicki Steps Down
The company filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy to “facilitate a sale process.” Its chief executive stepped down and said she would bid on it.
Netflix’s Reed Hastings Gives $50 Million to Bowdoin for A.I. Program
The Netflix co-founder said he wanted his alma mater to become a leader in studying the consequences, and guiding beneficial uses, of artificial...
U.S. Could Run Out of Cash by July, Analysis Finds
The Bipartisan Policy Center estimates that the so-called X-date could fall between mid-July and early October if Congress does not lift or suspend...
DoorDash Announces ‘Buy Now, Pay Later’ Partnership With Klarna
DoorDash said the arrangement with the financial tech service Klarna would allow customers to defer payments on orders such as takeout from...
Disney’s ‘Snow White’ Has a Sleepy Box Office Start
The polarizing remake collected $43 million, a weak result compared with openings for similar Disney films.
‘Sesame Street’ Faces Uncertain Future Amid Funding Cuts and Layoffs
Sesame Workshop, the nonprofit behind “Sesame Street,” is confronting what executives have described as a “perfect storm” of problems.
A U.S. Investor Helped Build Russia’s Economy. He Was Jailed on Bogus Charges.
As President Trump promotes renewed business ties with Russia, an American investor has a warning: Anyone there can become a pawn.
Technology
Reflecting on TikTok’s Role in Society as New Ban Deadline Approaches
With a national ban increasingly unlikely, let’s reflect on how the app both sparks joy among users and raises mental health concerns.
TikTok Ads Portray App as Force for Good as US Ban Looms
The popular video app, which could be banned in the United States next month if it is not sold to a non-Chinese owner, is portraying itself as a...
What Is Signal, the App Involved in a War Plans Security Breach?
The app, which was introduced in 2014 and has hundreds of millions of users, is widely viewed as the safest messaging tool because of its encryption...
OpenAI Unveils New Image Generator for ChatGPT
The company’s chatbot can now create elaborate and unusual images.
How A.I. Chatbots Like ChatGPT and DeepSeek Reason
Companies like OpenAI and China’s DeepSeek offer chatbots designed to take their time with an answer. Here’s how they work.
After the Signal Leak, How Well Do You Know Your Own Group Chats?
A journalist’s inclusion in a national security discussion served as a reminder that you might not know every number in the chat — and that could...
Trump’s Crypto Venture Introduces a Stablecoin
World Liberty Financial, the crypto business created by President Trump and his sons, unveiled a cryptocurrency called a stablecoin, furthering his...
Inside A.I.’s Super Bowl: Nvidia Dreams of A Robot Future
Nvidia showcased robots that could work in warehouses, pedal around like “Star Wars” droids and manipulate surgical equipment at its weeklong A.I....
Layoffs and Unemployment Grow Among College Graduates
The unemployment rate for college graduates has risen faster than for other workers over the past few years. How worried should they be?
Emboldened by Trump, A.I. Companies Lobby for Fewer Rules
After the president made A.I. dominance a top priority, tech companies changed course from a meeker approach under the Biden administration.
You Can Make Amber Fossils in 24 Hours, Instead of Millions of Years
Paleontologists hope that an amber-like material, made with living tree resin, will shed light on the prehistoric fossilization of the real stuff.
Netflix’s Reed Hastings Gives $50 Million to Bowdoin for A.I. Program
The Netflix co-founder said he wanted his alma mater to become a leader in studying the consequences, and guiding beneficial uses, of artificial...
After Lunar Disappointments, NASA Hits the Jackpot With Blue Ghost Moon Lander
Firefly Aerospace’s successful moon lander has yielded a trove of data that scientists will pore over for years.
A.I. Action Plans + The College Student Who Broke Job Interviews + Hot Mess Express
“A.I. companies are slowly and haltingly learning to speak the language of Donald Trump.”
How Blueprint Founder Bryan Johnson Sought Control Via Confidentiality Agreements
That control is starting to fray as Mr. Johnson, a longevity guru known for performing experiments on his body, faces a backlash over the agreements.
Meet Steve Davis, Elon Musk’s Top Lieutenant Who Oversees DOGE
Steve Davis, a longtime Musk loyalist, is effectively the leader of the Department of Government Efficiency. Mr. Musk has likened him to chemotherapy.
SoftBank to Buy Silicon Valley Chip Start-Up Ampere for $6.5 Billion
The move is a bet that Ampere’s chips can begin playing a significant role in data centers for creating artificial intelligence.
Risking Trump’s Ire, E.U. Accuses Apple and Google of Unfair Practices
European Union regulators said the tech giants likely violated the law by unfairly boxing out smaller competitors, adding to tensions between Europe...
The Baby Tech That One Parent Found Helped the Most
The Snoo. The Nanit. The Hatch Rest. Many lists of baby gear mandate certain items, but our columnist wondered if it would be better to chuck those...
Reddit Becomes a Lifeline for Federal Workers Scared of Losing Their Jobs
The online forum’s pseudonymity lets them vent, share information and find solace. Unpaid moderators, like David Carson, are working overtime to...
Sports
Jimmy Butler’s Return to Miami Was All Hype and No Drama
Golden State needed Butler’s offense terribly, but he played like a man refusing to feed into what the masses wanted, a columnist for The Athletic...
What the Giants Have Embraced by Signing Russell Wilson
The former Super Bowl champion can provide New York with something the franchise has desperately craved.
Lionel Messi’s Trading Card Controversy Spurs a Loaded Question
Collectors have been left to wonder if someone other than the soccer superstar is signing his trading cards.
Play Connections: Sports Edition. Tackle Today’s Puzzle.
Group sports terms that share a common thread.
An N.C.A.A. Tournament Moment Years in the Making
The former N.B.A. star Jason Richardson was part of a championship team at Michigan State. Now his son, Jase, is eying his own slice of history.
Predictions, Projections and Wild Guesses for the 2025 M.L.B. Season
Baseball fans won’t see this World Series matchup coming, a columnist for The Athletic writes.
Inside an N.F.L. Draft Prospect’s Long Struggle With Narcolepsy
During one of the most intense moments of the college football season, Nazir Stackhouse was fighting a battle to stay awake.
Novak Djokovic’s Search for His Tennis, and for Himself
After two decades and 99 career singles titles, the greatest men’s tennis player of the modern era has become a mystery.
The Winners and Losers of the N.F.L. Off-Season
Some teams added value in free agency. Others lost a lot of it.
Science
NASA’s Webb Telescope Spots Auroras on Neptune for the First Time
The James Webb Space Telescope identified the lights in the distant planet’s atmosphere, which could not be seen by earlier telescopes or...
Masaki Kashiwara, Japanese Mathematician, Wins 2025 Abel Prize
Masaki Kashiwara received the honor, often regarded as the Nobel Prize in mathematics, for work that combined different mathematical fields to solve...
Foie Gras That Skips the Force-Feeding Is Developed by Physicists
While not sparing the lives of ducks and geese, the technique lets the birds eat and grow normally.
A Fungi Pioneer’s Lifelong Work on Exhibit
Mushrooms in 19th-century watercolors: The paintings of a self-taught female mycologist are featured at the New York State Museum.
You Can Make Amber Fossils in 24 Hours, Instead of Millions of Years
Paleontologists hope that an amber-like material, made with living tree resin, will shed light on the prehistoric fossilization of the real stuff.
Lessons from a Lost-Pet Detective Named Kat
Recovering missing animals requires understanding both animal and human behavior.
After Lunar Disappointments, NASA Hits the Jackpot With Blue Ghost Moon Lander
Firefly Aerospace’s successful moon lander has yielded a trove of data that scientists will pore over for years.
Gaia to Shut Down After More Than a Decade of Mapping the Milky Way
After more than a decade of mapping the stars, the European spacecraft will shut down on Thursday. But its legacy lives on.
Measles Cases in Kansas May Be Linked to Texas Outbreak
State health officials worry that declining vaccination rates have left many communities vulnerable nationwide.
H.H.S. Scraps Studies of Vaccines and Treatments for Future Pandemics
Federal officials cited the end of the Covid-19 pandemic in halting the research. But much of the work was focused on preventing outbreaks of other...
Trump Administration Abruptly Cuts Billions From State Health Services
States have been told that they can no longer use grants that were funding infectious disease management and addiction services.
U.S. to End Vaccine Funds for Poor Countries
A 281-page spreadsheet obtained by The Times lists the Trump administration’s plans for thousands of foreign aid programs.
Why These Islanders Hunt Dolphins
The residents of Fanalei Island, in the Solomon Islands, say the lucrative hunts will help them buy land elsewhere and move off their sinking home.
Living Car-Free in Arizona, on Purpose and Happily
One community near Phoenix is taking a “completely different” approach to development.
They’re in Hot Water in Idaho. Here’s Why That’s a Good Thing.
Nearly 500 buildings in the state capital get their heat from a clean, renewable source located deep in the ground.
At This Clinic in Hawaii, Nature Is the Medicine
A neglected parcel of land was restored by volunteers and patients at a community medical center. Along the way, their health also improved.
For Some Measles Patients, Vitamin A Remedy Supported by RFK Jr. Leaves Them More Ill
After the health secretary promoted vitamin A as a cure, parents in West Texas began giving their children high doses, sometimes to prevent infection.
SpaceX Rocket Launch Creates Glowing Spiral in the Night Sky for Europe
Frozen fuel from the Falcon 9 rocket launched Monday created a luminous display for several minutes, and was seen by people from England to Eastern...
Hiking the Cactus to Clouds Route in Palm Springs, Calif.
The Cactus to Clouds ascent just outside Palm Springs, Calif., is grueling, but natural treasures, and a speedy trip down, await anyone who is up to...
Supreme Court Will Not Hear Appeal in ‘Juliana’ Climate Case
The Supreme Court declined to hear an appeal in the long-running case, known as Juliana, which helped spawn legal strategies widely adapted to other...
Trump Nominates Susan Monarez to Lead C.D.C.
Currently the agency’s acting director, Dr. Monarez would be the first nonphysician to head the agency in more than 50 years.
FDA Approved Artificial Blood Vessel Despite Warnings
The agency OK’d an artificial vessel to restore blood flow in patients, even though its own scientists flagged questionable study results and...
Musk’s SpaceX Could Secure Billions in New Contracts Under Trump
The boost in federal spending for SpaceX will come in part as a result of actions by President Trump and Elon Musk’s allies and employees who hold...
Kennedy Instructs Anti-Vaccine Group to Remove Fake C.D.C. Page
Children’s Health Defense, founded by the health secretary, had published online a vaccine-safety page that looked like the agency’s but that...
Everyone in the City Needs Soundproofing, Even Spiders
Researchers have found evidence that a common North American spider species alters its webs to deal with urban noise pollution.
Dementia May Not Always Be the Threat It Is Now. Here’s Why.
The number of cases will increase, but the rates seem to be declining with every birth cohort that reaches advanced ages, researchers said.
E.P.A. Investigations of Severe Pollution Look Increasingly at Risk
The agency will no longer shut down “any stage of energy production,” absent an imminent threat, a new memo says, and will curtail efforts to cut...
Trump and DOGE Propel V.A. Mental Health System Into Turmoil
A chaotic restructuring order threatens to degrade services for veterans of wars in Vietnam, Iraq and Afghanistan.
Texas Measles Outbreak May Continue for a Year, Officials Say
Vaccination efforts have faltered, and many residents have turned to alternative treatments endorsed by Robert F. Kennedy Jr., the health secretary.
Kilmer McCully, Pathologist Scorned for New Theory of Heart Disease, Dies at 91
His studies showed that a B vitamin deficiency could cause hardened arteries. It took the medical profession more than a decade to catch up.
U.S. Says Decision to Turn Back French Scientist Had Nothing to Do With Trump
The Department of Homeland Security said the academic was denied entry because he had “confidential” data from an American lab, not because of his...
Science Data May Soon Vanish From Government Websites.
Vast quantities of climate and environmental information have been removed from official websites in the past months. Scientists are trying keep it...
Trump Administration Delays Requirement for Companies to Track Tainted Food
A law passed in 2011 required food companies to track food in the event of contamination and a recall. The administration delayed the move, set to...
Video Shows an Octopus Riding a Mako Shark Near New Zealand
Researchers in New Zealand saw a colorful blob on top of a shark’s head. When they looked closer, they realized it had eight arms.
U.S. Denied Entry to French Scientist Over Views on Trump Policies, France Says
The French authorities said the academic had been traveling to a conference near Houston when border officials blocked his entry because of...
Trump’s Battles With Colleges Could Change American Culture for a Generation
Many in higher education worry Trump’s efforts to bend academia to his will could end American leadership in research and science. Universities are...
Health
Trump Administration Abruptly Cuts Billions From State Health Services
States have been told that they can no longer use grants that were funding infectious disease management and addiction services.
Measles Cases in Kansas May Be Linked to Texas Outbreak
State health officials worry that declining vaccination rates have left many communities vulnerable nationwide.
H.H.S. Scraps Studies of Vaccines and Treatments for Future Pandemics
Federal officials cited the end of the Covid-19 pandemic in halting the research. But much of the work was focused on preventing outbreaks of other...
U.S. to End Vaccine Funds for Poor Countries
A 281-page spreadsheet obtained by The Times lists the Trump administration’s plans for thousands of foreign aid programs.
For Some Measles Patients, Vitamin A Remedy Supported by RFK Jr. Leaves Them More Ill
After the health secretary promoted vitamin A as a cure, parents in West Texas began giving their children high doses, sometimes to prevent infection.
Senate Confirms Bhattacharya and Makary to H.H.S. Posts
Dr. Jay Bhattacharya will direct the N.I.H., and Dr. Martin A. Makary will lead the F.D.A. Both have reputations as medical contrarians.
‘Chaos and Confusion’ at the N.I.H., the Crown Jewel of American Science
Senior scientists at the National Institutes of Health fear that research on conditions like obesity, heart disease and cancer will be undermined by...
FDA Approved Artificial Blood Vessel Despite Warnings
The agency OK’d an artificial vessel to restore blood flow in patients, even though its own scientists flagged questionable study results and...
Washington Bends to RFK Jr.’s ‘MAHA’ Agenda on Measles, Baby Formula and French Fries
Public health leaders are horrified by Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s approach to measles, but government and industry are responding to him.
Horace Hale Harvey III, Early Abortion Rights Advocate, Dies at 93
A religious organization recruited him to help open New York City’s first independent abortion clinic, though it was unaware that Louisiana had...
Trump Nominates Susan Monarez to Lead C.D.C.
Currently the agency’s acting director, Dr. Monarez would be the first nonphysician to head the agency in more than 50 years.
Kennedy Instructs Anti-Vaccine Group to Remove Fake C.D.C. Page
Children’s Health Defense, founded by the health secretary, had published online a vaccine-safety page that looked like the agency’s but that...
Kitty Dukakis, Activist Wife of 1988 Presidential Nominee, Dies at 88
Married to Gov. Michael Dukakis of Massachusetts, she became a proponent of electroshock therapy after unsuccessful treatments for alcoholism and...
Dementia May Not Always Be the Threat It Is Now. Here’s Why.
The number of cases will increase, but the rates seem to be declining with every birth cohort that reaches advanced ages, researchers said.
Trump and DOGE Propel V.A. Mental Health System Into Turmoil
A chaotic restructuring order threatens to degrade services for veterans of wars in Vietnam, Iraq and Afghanistan.
Texas Measles Outbreak May Continue for a Year, Officials Say
Vaccination efforts have faltered, and many residents have turned to alternative treatments endorsed by Robert F. Kennedy Jr., the health secretary.
Kilmer McCully, Pathologist Scorned for New Theory of Heart Disease, Dies at 91
His studies showed that a B vitamin deficiency could cause hardened arteries. It took the medical profession more than a decade to catch up.
Trump Administration Delays Requirement for Companies to Track Tainted Food
A law passed in 2011 required food companies to track food in the event of contamination and a recall. The administration delayed the move, set to...
What Is Cognitive Shuffling?
“Cognitive shuffling” can calm a busy brain.
Trump Administration Dialing Back Support for H.I.V. Prevention
The move follows cuts to prevention and treatment efforts worldwide with the shuttering of U.S.A.I.D.
Arts
With ‘The Studio,’ Seth Rogen and Evan Goldberg Grow Up. Sort Of.
Creative partners since they were teenagers, the comedy duo’s new series, “The Studio,” pokes fun at the Hollywood system that practically...
Bon Iver Is Happy (and Sexy) Now. It Took a Lot of Work.
The singer and songwriter Justin Vernon’s fast success led to unexpected opportunities and emotional depletion. His next LP, “Sable, Fable,” is...
Why ‘Last Tango in Paris’ Derailed Maria Schneider’s Life
“Being Maria” uses the actress’s own words to show how the star’s frank discussion of the experience was an early salvo in the #MeToo...
How ‘Operation Mincemeat’ Revealed a Family’s World War II Secrets
Descendants of characters in “Operation Mincemeat,” a hit British musical now in New York, have gotten more out of seeing it than a few catchy...
In ‘Streetcar,’ Patsy Ferran Gives Blanche a Nervy New Read
The London-based actress has been heralded as one of the most talented of her generation. Still, she worried audiences would balk at her “very...
How ‘No Other Land’ Became an Unlikely Box Office Success
The Oscar-winning documentary has surpassed $2 million at the box office despite the lack of a traditional distribution deal.
New A.I. Project Explores Mysteries of Delacroix, Master of Romanticism
Eric and Wendy Schmidt and the Sorbonne will fund a new program to digitize Delacroix’s papers and identify other artists who may have contributed...
Review: Can Hubbard Street Dance Chicago Find a New Voice?
On a program with three New York premieres, the company seems stuck in an international style, though there are flickers of something more...
When the Wild Child Egon Schiele Grew Up
Some of the artist’s most psychologically insightful work came in the final years of his life — a mature period cut short by a pandemic.
How the Dutch National Opera Is Trying to Go Green
The Dutch National Opera in Amsterdam has made dramatic moves to go green, from the materials it uses in productions to the food it serves.
Girls to the Front: Punk Pioneers Are Coming to Lincoln Center
The institution’s annual American Songbook series honors “singer outsiders” including Fanny and Poly Styrene in events curated by Kathleen Hanna...
‘Severance’ Fans Celebrate Season 2 Finale With Lumon Industries Cosplay and Waffles
In Kingston, two restaurants that appeared in the series hosted a watch party for the Season 2 finale.
Who Is the Artist Behind the Portrait Trump Hates?
The portrait of President Trump that he criticized as “truly the worst” was swiftly removed from the Colorado Capitol. The woman who painted it...
George Clooney’s ‘Good Night, and Good Luck’ Sets Broadway Box Office Record
“Good Night, and Good Luck” grossed $3.3 million last week, breaking a record that was set earlier this month by Denzel Washington’s...
Late Night Can’t Quit the Group Chat
“This operation was about as secretive as a Fortnite Twitch stream,” Jimmy Kimmel said of U.S. officials’ leaked discussion of a plan to attack...
Herb Greene, Who Photographed the Grateful Dead and Other 1960s Rock Acts, Dies at 82
One of the first to shoot the Grateful Dead, he also memorably chronicled many of the other bands that were on the scene in the late 1960s.
Duke Says ‘White Lotus’ Went ‘Too Far’ With School References
In a show that features an array of disturbing story lines, the actions — and wardrobe — of a character have gone “too far” for the...
L.J. Smith, Author of ‘Vampire Diaries’ Book Series, Dies at 66
She wrote seven books in a series that went on to be a hit TV show. After she was replaced by ghostwriters, she reclaimed her characters online in fan...
Dennis McDougal, True-Crime Author and Muckraker of the Movie Industry, Dies at 77
The author of more than a dozen books and an award-winning documentary, he died in a car crash in Southern California.
Eddie Adcock, Musician Who Pushed Bluegrass Forward, Dies at 86
A master improviser on banjo, he understood the genre’s roots but was also in the forefront of the later “newgrass” movement.
Three Great Documentaries to Stream
In this month’s picks, sheep, shirkers and coup d’état soundtracks.
‘Common Side Effects’ Is a Stylish and Trippy Animated Thriller
Filled with smart dialogue, specificity and visual wonder, this Max series is a good choice to help fill the “Severance”-shaped hole in your...
For Joan Didion, Mementos of Her Daughter’s Childhood Became Material
The opening of the Joan Didion and John Gregory Dunne archives in the New York Public Library reveals unseen aspects of their family life, and...
‘Modern Love’ Podcast: How Orville Peck Got Addicted to Love and Came Out the Other Side
The country musician talks about yearning as a theme in his life and songs, and why he’s letting go of his mask for his Broadway debut.
Late Night Is Still Reeling Over the Government’s ‘War by Emoji’
“Signal might be a good app for you and me and our local drug dealer, but it’s not for the Pentagon to plan wars on,” Ronny Chieng said on...
6 (Up-tempo) New Songs You Should Hear Now
Get your blood pumping with the latest tracks from Chappell Roan, J Noa, Illuminati Hotties and more.
‘Wine in the Wilderness’ Review: Beauty in Blackness
Written by Alice Childress in 1969, the play feels just as revelatory more than 50 years later in a new production from Classic Stage Company.
‘The Studio’ Review: Seth Rogen Is Way Too Late for His Close-Up
Seth Rogen plays a stressed-out movie bigwig in a satire of an industry in decline.
‘Being Maria’ Review: The Muse’s Side of the Story
Starring Anamaria Vartolomei and Matt Dillon, this French drama chronicles the life of the actress Maria Schneider after her traumatic experience on...
Branford Marsalis and Steve Lehman Rethink the Jazz Cover Album
Marsalis leads a take on Keith Jarrett’s 1974 LP “Belonging,” and Lehman interprets “The Music of Anthony Braxton,” revealing fresh lessons.
Qualeasha Wood Is Making Digital Art IRL
The artist’s tapestries, which incorporate distorted self-portraits and screenshots from the internet, feel both ephemeral and nostalgic.
A Fungi Pioneer’s Lifelong Work on Exhibit
Mushrooms in 19th-century watercolors: The paintings of a self-taught female mycologist are featured at the New York State Museum.
Jon Stewart Thinks He May Be in the ‘Bomb Yemen’ Chat Group
The “Daily Show” host suspects that he, too, might have been invited to a discussion of secret war plans by a bumbling official in the Trump...
What Do Artists Wear? An Exhibition at the Louvre-Lens in France Provides Answers.
An exhibition at the Louvre-Lens in France examines centuries of interplay between art and fashion, including what the sartorial choices of artists...
Dag Solstad, Norwegian Novelist and Short Story Writer, Dies at 83
A winner of top awards in his country, he drew the attention of European and American critics. The prime minister said he “made us see Norway and...
NewJeans Had Planned a Rebirth. The Performance Ended in Tears.
K-pop’s most imaginative group has been battling its powerhouse label. Our critic watched as its first concert in months was upended by a court...
Why Netflix’s ‘Adolescence’ Has Parents Talking About Phones
The Netflix hit has touched off debates about smartphone use by children and, in Britain, fed into calls for a social media ban.
Fred Eversley, Sculptor of Otherworldly Discs, Is Dead at 83
With his engineering background, he thought about his work differently from how other artists did. His abiding interest was in energy, in the...
Wild Up’s Darkness Sounding Festival: The Power of Tuning
The Los Angeles collective Wild Up brought its Darkness Sounding festival to New York, with some of the event’s appeal lost in transit.
Library Advocates Rally as Trump Targets Federal Funding
An executive order has demanded that the Institute of Museum and Library Services be eliminated to the maximum extent allowed by law.
Lionizing Mark Twain, Conan O’Brien Subtly Skewers Trump
In accepting the Mark Twain Prize for American Humor, the comedian mounted a bristling political attack artfully disguised as a tribute.
Performa 2025 Biennial Announces New Commissions
Artists from around the world will converge in New York this fall for a program of live spectacles, combining music, sound, sculpture and commedia...
Jennifer Tilly Is In On the Joke
Jennifer Tilly, a poker champ and scream queen, talks about her hardscrabble past and fortunate present.
Jenifer Ringer Is Back at the School of American Ballet in a New Role
Jenifer Ringer, the celebrated New York City Ballet principal, is back at the School of American Ballet in a new role: teacher and guiding light.
Angelina Jolie Wants to Pick Up Where Warhol and Basquiat Left Off
The actress is building a community of artists, thinkers and doers of all kinds, in a storied building in downtown Manhattan.
Phylicia Rashad Knows Her Purpose
Five decades into her career, the Tony Award-winning actress and TV icon, making her Broadway directing debut, feels like “part of something...
The Women Changing the Face of Clowning
For centuries, clowns have mostly been men. A new group of talent is changing that.
Best Noir Thriller Books
Sara Gran — whose 2003 novel of demonic possession, “Come Closer,” is a cult favorite — recommends her favorites.
‘Mid Century Modern,’ Plus 8 Things to Watch on TV this Week
A new comedy starring Nathan Lane and Matt Bomer comes to Hulu, and this season of “The Bachelor” wraps up.
Trump Jokes Fly at Kennedy Center Event Honoring Conan O’Brien
The star-studded Mark Twain Prize for American Humor ceremony was the most notable event at the Washington arts center since the president installed...
In ‘Othello,’ Denzel Washington and Jake Gyllenhaal Are Prey and Predator
Shakespeare’s leanest tragedy gets a starry, headlong production that embraces the action but misses the mystery.
‘The White Lotus’ Season 3, Episode 6 Recap: The Morning After
Drinks were drunk, decisions were made. This week’s episode was all about the consequences.
‘Wolf Hall: The Mirror and the Light’ Review: No Century for Old Men
In the long-awaited sequel to “Wolf Hall,” Henry VIII’s royal fixer pays the price for success. (It’s his head.)
Brian James, Pioneer of Punk Rock, Is Dead at 70
As the guitarist and main songwriter for the Damned, he helped spark an explosion on the British music scene in the 1970s.
Marty Callner, Director of Comedy Specials and Music Videos, Dies at 78
At HBO in the late 1970s, he established the template for presenting stand-up on the small screen. He then became a mainstay of MTV in its early days.
The Price of a Show
Tickets for the hottest Broadway plays are now out of reach for many.
A Hare, a Fox, an Owl, a Snail: Animal Memoirs Are Going Wild
Books about writers’ dogs and cats are a literary staple. Now there’s a booming subset of memoirs about writers’ relationships with less...
Sasha Stone, an Original Oscars Blogger, Takes on Hollywood
Sasha Stone, who has been covering awards season since the ’90s, has recast herself as a voice against what she perceives as the industry’s...
The Brooklyn Academy of Music Is Fighting to Regain its Mojo
The performing arts venue does not draw the attention or audiences it once did. Now it has lost another leader as it works to adjust to an uncertain...
Mariah Carey Did Not Copy ‘All I Want For Christmas Is You’ From Earlier Hit, Judge Rules
Two songwriters had filed a $20 million lawsuit accusing her of infringing on their copyright of a song with the same name: “All I Want for...
Thomas Hoobler, Half of a Prolific Writing Couple, Dies at 82
He and his wife, Dorothy Hoobler, wrote 103 books, most recently one about presidential love letters, “Are You Prepared for the Storm of Love...
2 Books With Celebrity Cameos
A memoir of Greenwich Village; an Argentine story collection.

Jobs

Young Professionals Are Increasingly Turning to Boring Small-Business Niches
Younger would-be chief executives are increasingly seeking profits — and freedom from the 9-to-5 — by pivoting from corporate jobs into often...
Bill Lucy, Pioneering Labor and Civil Rights Leader, Dies at 90
He helped popularize “I Am a Man” as a demand for respect during the 1968 strike by Black sanitation workers in Memphis.
Betty Jean Hall, Who Fought for Coal-Mining Jobs for Women, Dies at 78
She was a fiery lawyer from eastern Kentucky who charged coal companies with discrimination for their refusal to hire women. Her campaign was a...
In a New Cannabis Landscape, a Navy Veteran Battles for Racial Equity
Wanda James is on a mission to empower entrepreneurs from communities harmed by racial disparities in marijuana arrests.
Guggenheim Museum Staff Ratifies Union Contract
The contract will provide an average salary increase of 11 percent, similar to what other museum workers across the country have obtained during the...
It’s Never Too Late to Become a Nurse
During the pandemic, Joanna Patchett spent 18 harrowing months in the intensive care unit. She discovered that medicine isn’t just about science —...
Pivots That Helped Businesses Through the Pandemic Have Endured
A challenging time proved to be fertile ground for experimentation that continues to pay off.
Restaurant Chain Franchises Face Scrutiny From the FTC
Troubles at the restaurant chain Burgerim highlight concerns about whether franchisees need more protection in their contracts with franchisers.
Once an Evangelist for Airbnbs, She Now Crusades for Affordable Housing
Precious Price ditched her profitable business of renting home stays to tourists to combat the mounting housing crisis.
The Unemployment Gap Between Black and White New Yorkers Is Widening
The unemployment rate for Black New Yorkers rose to 12.2 percent in the first quarter of the year, while the white unemployment rate dropped to 1.3...
For Founders of Small Businesses, the Personal Story Matters
A business owner’s personal story can bolster trust in a brand, experts say. But what happens when they share hardships like homelessness, addiction...
How African Restaurant Baobab Fare Found Success in Detroit
Hamissi Mamba, a refugee from Burundi, knew little of American culture when he arrived eight years ago and learned English watching the “Peppa...
How Janelle Jones’s Story About Black Women and the Economy Caught On
The first Black woman to serve as chief economist at the Labor Department advanced the idea that lifting up people on the margins helps everyone else,...
When Clothes Fly Off, This Intimacy Coordinator Steps In
Jessica Steinrock’s work on intimate scenes in film has come to prominence as the entertainment industry reels from the litany of sexual abuses...
With Layoffs, Retailers Aim to Be Safe Rather Than Sorry (Again)
Companies that ramped up hiring in areas like technology over the past few years are cutting back as customers slow their spending.
Day 23: On Christmas Day, No Rest for the Weary. (Or the Guy Who Feeds the Penguins.)
For a biologist in San Francisco, Dec. 25 will bring not presents and mistletoe, but beak trims and fish guts.
A ‘Period Dignity Officer’ Seemed Like a Good Idea. Until a Man Was Named.
The job in the Scottish region of Tayside was eliminated after a groundswell of anger that a man would be overseeing, or ‘mansplaining,’...
An Optimist at the Helm of IBM
Arvind Krishna is trying to stay in touch with the company’s roots as he confronts today’s challenges.
How a Dollar General Employee Went Viral on TikTok
Mary Gundel loved managing a store in Tampa, Fla. But when she detailed its challenges on social media, the company — and fellow employees — took...
In Venice, a Young Boatman Steers a Course of His Own
“What I ask myself all the time is, ‘What is a man?’” says Edoardo Beniamin, a trans man training to join his father’s profession as a...