Right-Wing Violence Is Not a Fringe Issue

Let’s not confuse ourselves about where the primary responsibility lies.

At Least 3 Dead as Tornadoes Strike North Dakota, Officials Say

The deaths came after a series of large and long-lasting storms moved through North Dakota and Minnesota Friday night.

3 maneras fáciles de comer bien este verano

Y que te harán cocinar muy poco.

New Data Shows Just How Powerful the Next Weight-Loss Drugs May Be

The drugs in development include a pill that a new trial suggests is about as effective as Ozempic.

The Next Generation of Weight Loss Drugs Is Coming

Drugmakers are racing to develop the next wave of obesity and diabetes medications that they hope will be even more powerful than those currently on the market. Dani Blum, a Well reporter, explains.

A.I. Sludge Has Entered the Job Search

Candidates are frustrated. Employers are overwhelmed. The problem? An untenable pile of applications — many of them generated with the help of A.I. tools.

Israel Says It Killed Three Iranian Commanders, Including Leader Overseeing Proxy Militias

Mohammed Said Izadi, one of the commanders Israel said it killed, was one of the few people who knew in advance about Hamas’s plan to launch a surprise attack on Israel, The New York Times has reported.

Three Opinion Writers on Trump’s Latest Vulnerability

And why Democrats still need a strategy.

Who’s the Mad King Now?

George III learned the hard way not to unleash troops on his people.

Why Israel Had to Act

The Oct. 7 Hamas attack on Israel showed the need for Israel to pre-empt threats against it rather than react defensively.

Trump Is Vulnerable. Democrats Still Need a Strategy.

Three Opinion writers on why Trump’s deportations might be backfiring.

The Waste Musk Created

Aid cuts have reached a level where they undermine our national interest as well as corrode our souls.

I Love Finding Birds’ Nests, but What’s in Them Troubles Me

Birds build nests out of whatever they find. Today, that includes trash.

Trump Claims There’s Waste and Abuse in U.S.A.I.D. Here It Is.

These boxes of drugs could change millions of lives. Instead, they’re stuck in this warehouse.

Season Opener

It’s the first full day of summer. Make sure you don’t miss a minute of it.

Should Your Home Feel Like a Hospital? Or a Theater?

A ruling on a dispute over lighting temperature.

Can I Use Sick Leave if I’m Not Actually Sick?

Are sick days a benefit I’m free to use however I want?

With Few Discount Airlines, Canadian Travelers Face Steeper Fares

A new report by Canada’s Competition Bureau recommends opening more of the country’s domestic airline market to foreign companies to help lower fares.

Wordle Review No. 1,464

Scroll down for hints and conversation about the puzzle for Sunday, June 22, 2025.

Connections Companion No. 742

Scroll down for hints and conversation about the puzzle for Sunday, June 22, 2025.

Andrew Schulz, ‘Podcast Bro,’ Might Be America’s Foremost Political Journalist

The comedian and host has a huge audience and many thoughts on what podcasters like him are responsible for now.

La densidad de las ciudades en India aumenta el riesgo de sus aeropuertos

En las ciudades de India hay poca separación entre los aeropuertos, cada vez más concurridos, y los barrios muy poblados que los rodean. Esto sitúa a los residentes en la zona de peligro si algo va mal durante los despegues y aterrizajes.

As Iran and Israel Battle, the Rest of the Mideast Fears What’s Next

The fight between two well-armed regional powers has their neighbors worried about the conflict spreading, a concern worsened by the prospect of U.S. involvement.

Trump Got the Fight He Wanted. Did It Turn Out the Way He Expected?

The president’s clashes with Los Angeles over immigration were a decade in the making — and their outcome remains unclear.

Sheltering in a Bunker, Iran’s Supreme Leader Names Potential Successors

Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has not only picked replacements in his chain of military command in case they are killed in Israeli strikes, he has also named three senior clerics to replace him should he, too, be slain.

When an Eyelash Pluck Is Unexpectedly Billed as a Surgical Procedure

A patient went to his eye doctor for a routine checkup. Why was he charged for surgery after his doctor removed an eyelash?

Influencers Step Onto Center Stage at Cannes

Big brands are increasingly courting social media stars, who descended on a major annual festival in France to pitch themselves to advertisers.

Revisiting the Hunt: First-Time Buyers Share What Went Wrong and Right

Being a new homeowner comes with a steep learning curve, especially in New York City.

Cómo ayudé a mi nuevo esposo a cruzar el umbral

En el transcurso de un mes, me comprometí, me casé y enviudé.

How Far Would You Go (and How Much Would You Pay) to Get Away From It All?

From the new to the classic, from the affordable to the exorbitant, here are six getaways where you can find some peace and quiet.

Should I Keep Paying Rent Increases, or Dent My Savings With a Down Payment?

It’s the age-old question: Rent or buy? Here are some things to remember that go beyond your month-to-month expenses.

Fifty Years After ‘Jaws,’ Shark Science Is Still Surfacing

The film’s release in 1975 haunted the reputation of sharks worldwide. But a generation of scientists helped to turn the tide.

Trump Says He Wants to Fund More Trade Schools. Just Not These.

The Job Corps program has long been the subject of debate, but it is now also a point of contention in the administration’s efforts to pull back the social safety net.

War, Inflation and Now Drought Are Hitting Global Food Supplies

Staples including wheat, beef and coffee are all being affected by the lack of rainfall. In some cases, prices are climbing to record highs.

Amita Rao Likes a Ring That Can Hide Things

The star of the new FX show “Adults” enjoys a secret. Her cat ring has a hidden compartment, and isn’t a shabby conversation starter either.

Walmart Tries to Shed a Stodgy Vibe to Battle Digital-Native Rivals

The retailing giant is spending billions to attract workers to a new headquarters and woo shoppers with drone delivery and a broader range of items (like Louis Vuitton handbags).

When the New York Avant-Garde Started a Revolution

In “Everything Is Now,” J. Hoberman recreates the theater, film and music scenes that helped fuel the cultural storm of the ’60s.

For Black Women, Life in America Has Always Been a Crossroads

Honorée Fanonne Jeffers’s first nonfiction book is equal parts memoir, history, polemic and poetry.

A Retelling of the Mahabharata, Set to Modern-Day Struggles

At Lincoln Center, the Toronto-based theater company Why Not strives to balance the old and new in its production of the Sanskrit epic.

The Book Cover Trend You’re Seeing Everywhere

Take a genteel painting, maybe featuring a swooning woman. Add iridescent neon type for a shock to the system. And thank (or blame) Ottessa Moshfegh for getting there early.

Jay Ellis Considers Colson Whitehead His Literary GOAT

“‘Harlem Shuffle,’ ‘Crook Manifesto,’ ‘Underground Railroad,’ ‘Nickel Boys’: I feel like I did not understand or see myself in fiction until I read him.”

Ukraine Warns Teenagers the Enemy Is Inside Their Phones

Ukraine’s security service is holding classes at high schools to alert teenagers of Russian efforts to recruit them.

Why More Newlyweds Are Honeymooning Closer to Home

More couples are opting for domestic trips, hoping to avoid the complications and high costs of international travel.

A White Nationalist Wrote a Law School Paper Promoting Racist Views. It Won Him an Award.

The University of Florida student won an academic honor after he argued in a paper that the Constitution applies only to white people. From there, the situation spiraled.

Is Donald Trump an Antagonist or Champion of the Gay Community?

Gay backers of Donald Trump say he is blind to sexuality. Not everyone agrees.

A Beginner’s Guide to Trail Running

If you’re looking to escape the pavement, here’s how to get started.

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Air India C.E.O.’s Remarks After Plane Crash Draw Scrutiny

A video message by Campbell Wilson, Air India’s chief executive, closely resembled what the head of American Airlines said after a deadly crash months earlier.

Air India C.E.O.’s Comments on Crash Get Backlash Online

A video statement by Campbell Wilson, the chief executive of Air India, after the June 12 plane crash was nearly identical to one given five months earlier by the head American Airlines, after a crash in Washington, D.C.

‘Toda Ucrania es nuestra’: Putin no descarta tomar una ciudad clave

Moscú ha esperado arreglar las relaciones con Estados Unidos mientras sigue librando la guerra en Ucrania, pero la insistencia de Putin en impulsar su ofensiva ha tenido un costo diplomático.

Detention Is Over for Students Trump Seeks to Deport. Not His Crackdown.

An effort to expel students the administration says are a national security threat has given way to a broad campaign that touches many corners of American life.

¿Qué es el ‘tapping’? ¿Puede mejorar la salud mental?

Hay quienes afirman que estimular manualmente los puntos de presión de la acupuntura puede aliviar diversos padecimientos. Esto dice la ciencia.

N.Y.C. Mayoral Primary May Hinge on Early Voters as Heat Wave Looms

Primary Day turnout will also be a factor in a race that could come down to whether Andrew Cuomo’s union supporters and paid staff can fend off Zohran Mamdani’s volunteer army.

The Question Dividing New Yorkers: Is the City Sinking or Bouncing Back?

On the cusp of choosing the city’s next mayor, New Yorkers are taking stock of their town. But many are split on whether it’s back on track, or off the rails.

Spelling Bee Forum

Feeling stuck on today’s puzzle? We can help.

How a Neon Light Artist Spends Her Day in the Studio

Lena Imamura, the co-owner of GLO Studio, taps into her alter ego to get through a day of flames, shopping for materials and karaoke.

Bruce Springsteen revela sus tesoros musicales

Un álbum “es un registro de quién eras y dónde estabas en ese momento de tu vida”, dijo. “Tracks II” incluye 83 canciones, 74 de ellas inéditas en cualquier forma.

A Heat Wave Leaves Britons Looking for Ways to Stay Cool

As high temperatures have become more common in recent years, some people are adjusting, including by investing in air-conditioners.

How South Korea Became a Cultural Powerhouse, and What’s Next

With BTS poised to reunite, “Squid Game” returning and a Broadway show winning awards, the Korean cultural wave keeps on rolling.

BTS Is Back Together. Does It Still Rule K-Pop?

Suga is the last member of the wildly popular band to complete his national service. After more than two years apart, the challenge is to rekindle the magic.

Quote of the Day: Inside the D.N.C., Chaos and a Shortage of Cash

Quotation of the Day for Saturday, June 21, 2025.

Harvard and Trump Restart Talks to Potentially End Bitter Dispute

Details about the discussions emerged after President Trump said the two sides, which have been locked in court battles for weeks, might reach a settlement soon.

The Efforts to Erase Black History

President Trump’s executive orders have sought to reframe the history of race and culture in America. Erica L. Green, a White House correspondent for The New York Times, describes how the orders have led to the erasing of history of the Black experience.

Vance Blames L.A. Violence on California Democrats and Disparages Padilla

Vice President JD Vance said during a Los Angeles stop that Gov. Gavin Newsom and Mayor Karen Bass had encouraged protesters to engage in violence. He also criticized Senator Alex Padilla and called him by the wrong name.

Was Overrun

Christina Iverson and Doug Peterson’s second Saturday collaboration races at us with blistering speed.

As N.Y.C. Mayoral Primary Nears, Money Talks as Mamdani Walks

Zohran Mamdani, who is second to Andrew M. Cuomo in the polls, was rebuffed in his bid to raise his spending cap. It did not stop his seven-mile trek down Manhattan.

Dodgers Pledge Aid to L.A. Families Affected by Trump Crackdown

Pressed by Angelenos, including a large Latino fan base, the Dodgers promised support but stopped short of denouncing ICE raids that have outraged much of the metropolis.

Suspect in Minnesota Attacks Was a Doomsday Prepper, Investigator Says

An F.B.I. agent said Vance Boelter left instructions for his wife in the event of a calamity, according to a court document.

An Iran Deal in Two Weeks? Hard to Achieve, Even if Trump Really Wants One.

Negotiating with Tehran is time-consuming and difficult under the best of circumstances. And it remains unclear whether President Trump’s 14-day clock is more than a way to buy time for military preparations.

How Trump Treats Black History Differently Than Other Parts of America’s Past

Since taking office in January, President Trump has tried to reframe the country’s past involving racism and discrimination by de-emphasizing that history or at times denying that it happened.

An Iranian strike in downtown Haifa damaged at least two places of worship.

Shockwaves from the attack in Israel’s third-largest city damaged a mosque and a church.

Where the Legal Fight Over the California National Guard Stands

A volley of court rulings has made the legal path unclear in a case challenging President Trump’s use of troops in Los Angeles. For now, the president has retained control of the state militia.

At a Memorial for Anne Burrell, a Karaoke Tribute to Her Bold Style

The Food Network chef, who died Tuesday at 55, was remembered in a star-studded service that sent her off with a singalong.

Trump and the Great Wait for Israelis and Iranians

The Times’s Jerusalem bureau chief explains what President Trump’s delay in deciding whether to intervene in the Israel-Iran war means for the people of both countries.

A Doctor Posted Video of Their Decapitated Baby. They Were Awarded $2.5 Million.

A Georgia couple hired a pathologist to do an autopsy after their first child died during childbirth. They accused him of posting images of the baby on Instagram without their consent.

People With Severe Diabetes Are Cured in Small Trial of New Drug

Most in a small group of patients receiving a stem cell-based infusion no longer needed insulin, but the drug may not suit those with more manageable type 1 diabetes.

TikTok’s Owner Wanted to Publish Books. Not Anymore.

8th Note Press informed writers and agents that it is abruptly shutting down and returning publication rights to authors.

Gunilla Knutson, Star of ‘Take It Off’ Shaving Cream Ads, Dies at 84

A model who was crowned Miss Sweden in 1961, she became best known for commercials that one observer said “replaced the ‘hard sell’ with the ‘sex sell.’”

‘Dead Outlaw’ Musical to Close After Disappointing Run on Broadway

The show was shut out at the Tonys after being nominated for seven awards, including best musical.

Anne Burrell’s Death Is Under Investigation as a Possible Drug Overdose

The city’s medical examiner has not determined a cause, but an internal police document says the TV chef was found surrounded by pills.

Tehran Balks at Negotiation Talks as Israel and Iran Trade Fire

During a U.N. Security Council meeting on Friday, Iran’s top diplomat said there was “no room for talking” until Israel stopped its attacks.

Judge Blocks Trump’s Tying of Transportation Funds to Immigration Enforcement

Attorneys general in 20 states, most led by Democrats, had sued the administration. Similar suits have been filed over funding for other programs.

Lou Christie, ‘Lightnin’ Strikes’ Pop Crooner, Is Dead at 82

A late-1960s throwback to the days of clean-cut teen idols — he called himself “the missing link” — he rode his gymnastic vocal range to a string of hits.

Negotiations With Iran Failed to Yield a Breakthrough

Also, temperatures are soaring across the U.S. Here’s the latest at the end of Friday.

Accusations fly at a heated U.N. Security Council session on Iran and Israel, amid pleas for peace.

Louisiana’s Ten Commandments Law Is Unconstitutional, Appeals Court Says

The court unanimously ruled that the state cannot require schools and universities to display the Commandments.

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Florida Approves Plan to Help Billionaires Export Their Sewage

Gov. Ron DeSantis signed a bill to help Indian Creek Village, home to the likes of Jeff Bezos and Jared Kushner, avoid paying a neighboring town millions to allow transport of its sewage under its streets.

What to Know About the Wedding of Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez

The second marriage for both is taking place in Venice, Italy, under a shroud of secrecy and amid a swarm of speculation.

Pilot Killed in Plane Crash Had Lifted Wheel to Dodge a Turtle, N.T.S.B. Says

One other person on board was killed in the June 3 crash in North Carolina and another passenger was severely injured.

How far could Iranian missiles go?

Thousands of U.S. troops stationed in the Middle East are within striking distance of ballistic missiles Iran has stockpiled.

Four Recent Poetry Collections Worth Reading

And A.O. Scott on the joys inherent in giving poems a close read.

Louis Diaz, Undercover Agent Who Busted a Drug Kingpin, Dies at 79

He posed as a mobster dealing drugs and laundering cash to help topple Nicky Barnes, who as “Mr. Untouchable” ran a formidable Harlem heroin ring.

Insurers Pledge to Ease Controversial Prior Approvals for Medical Care

Major companies had faced mounting pressure to stop denying or stalling authorization of coverage for treatments and prescriptions.

Mapa: un terremoto de magnitud 5,1 sacude Irán

Mira la localización del epicentro del sismo y el área de movimiento.

Trump’s Rebuke of Gabbard Signals an Uneasy Moment

The president’s relationship with his director of national intelligence has become more tense as he considers striking Iran.

Judge Blocks a Trump Effort to Prevent International Students at Harvard

The decision came after a hearing where a lawyer for Harvard accused the Trump administration of McCarthy-like tactics and irregular and improper treatment.

Supreme Court Won’t Fast-Track Tariffs Challenge

In an unusual request, two toy manufacturers had asked the court to greatly expedite their case.

Virginia Man Convicted in Attempted Church Shooting Gets 25 Years

The man, who was convicted in March, was armed when he was arrested during a church service in Haymarket, Va., in 2023.

Map: 5.1-Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Iran

View the location of the quake’s epicenter and shake area.

U.K. Lawmakers Approve Plans for Medically Assisted Dying

Following months of debate, U.K. lawmakers approved plans to introduce medically assisted suicide for terminally ill patients in England and Wales.

Senator Ron Johnson Resists G.O.P. Megabill, Warning It Will Swell Debt

The Wisconsin Republican has toned down attacks on the measure in recent days, but a new report he released undermines party leaders’ claims that the legislation won’t add to federal deficits.

Supreme Court Finds Retired Firefighter Cannot Sue for Disability Discrimination

In a tangled decision, the justices ruled against a disabled firefighter who sued her former employer for refusing her health benefits after she had retired.

Israel debe esperar a Trump, pero eso le genera un dilema estratégico en Irán

El ejército israelí necesita ayuda de EE. UU. para destruir un emplazamiento nuclear clave en Irán. Esperar esa ayuda conlleva riesgos para Israel.

Terry Louise Fisher, a Creator of ‘L.A. Law,’ Dies at 79

She channeled her experiences — and frustrations — as a Los Angeles prosecutor into an award-winning career as a television writer and producer.

‘Justice Will Prevail,’ Mahmoud Khalil Says as He Goes Free on Bail

Mr. Khalil, a Columbia graduate, had been held in Louisiana for over three months as the Trump administration sought to deport him. A judge found reason to believe it was retaliation for his pro-Palestinian speech.

Searching for Meaning Amid the Jumble, at the Venice Architecture Biennale

Navigating the show has always been challenging, especially for visitors who aren’t experts. This year’s curator wants to give them a helping hand.

Can Art Basel and Treasure House Lure Collectors to Buy as They Once Did?

The fairs this week and next hope to drum up enthusiasm with blue-chip artists, antiques and more — including a drawing King Charles III made when he was 9.

Mozart Played Here, Retired Soldiers Live Here. It’s Also the Site of an Art Fair.

Built in London centuries ago to house soldiers “broken by age and war,” the Royal Hospital Chelsea has lived many lives, including as home to the Treasure House Fair.

Israel and Iran launch fresh attacks amid diplomatic push.

A Lebanese Gallerist Marks 40 Years in the Industry With Three Shows

At first, Andrée Sfeir-Semler focused on European artists. Then she pivoted to representing mostly Arab artists, leading a seismic art world shift.

A Potential Strike on Iran Tests Trump’s Propensity to Play to Both Sides

President Trump has excelled at letting supporters hear what they want to hear. But Iran has upended that strategy.

A Science-Minded Artist Shrinks the Universe to Human Scale

Katie Paterson, a Scottish artist known for deeply research-based works, continues her universal explorations with two shows in England.

Flashback: Your Weekly History Quiz, June 21, 2025

Can you sort 8 historical events?

Trump’s Crucial Decision on Iran

Readers discuss whether the U.S. should take military action in Iran. Also: A Canadian view; how children should spend summer.

Hundreds of Federal Workers at Voice of America Receive Layoff Notices

The terminations are the latest attack on the federally funded news networks, including Voice of America.

2 Hikers Dead and 3 Others Injured After Rockslide in Canada’s Banff Park

The hikers were struck by a cascade of sliding rocks on Thursday while traveling along a moderately difficult trail.

Erykah Badu’s Woozy Flirtation, and 9 More New Songs

Hear tracks by Kehlani, Benson Boone, Witch and others.

Protesters Rally Across the Middle East in Solidarity With Iran

Large crowds rallied in Iran, Lebanon and Iraq to protest against Israel’s attacks.

Justices Let Fuel Producers Challenge California’s Limits on Car Emissions

The 7-to-2 decision stressed that it did not address the merits of the dispute, and concerned only whether the producers had standing to sue.

Un ataque de EE. UU. a Irán podría exponer los límites del poder de China

China, que depende de Irán para obtener petróleo y contrarrestar la influencia estadounidense, tiene mucho que perder con una guerra más amplia. Pero no puede hacer mucho al respecto.

$40 Million Yacht That Mysteriously Sank Is Raised From Bottom of Sea

Investigators are hoping to find clues as to why the Bayesian superyacht sank off the coast of Sicily 10 months ago, killing seven people.

We Asked. The Top Candidates for Mayor of New York City Answered.

We interviewed eight of the leading candidates for New York City mayor about their experience, their plans for the city and their sometimes contentious bagel orders. Here’s what they said.

Five Free Movies to Stream Now

Films including “Jodorowsky’s Dune” and Owen Kline’s “Funny Pages” delve into the pain and anguish — and brief ecstasy — of making art.

La Casa Blanca de Trump no celebra el Juneteenth este año

El presidente Trump no hizo ninguna declaración sobre el día que conmemora el fin de la esclavitud en Estados Unidos, aparte de decir que había demasiados feriados.

This Hurricane Season Is One of the Slowest to Start in 20 Years

The Atlantic season began officially on June 1. Three weeks in, there still hasn’t been a named storm.

Repeal of Clean Energy Law Will Mean a Hotter Planet, Scientists Warn

Republicans plan to terminate billions of dollars in clean energy tax credits. Experts say that will mean more greenhouse gas emissions and more dangerous heat.

El viernes es el día más largo del año en el hemisferio norte

La Tierra tiene un solsticio cada seis meses y se debe a la inclinación del planeta, así como a las diferentes estaciones. Este solsticio marca el comienzo científico del verano.

Fed Governor Calls for Rate Cuts as Soon as July

Christopher J. Waller, who was appointed by President Trump, said the central bank should not wait for the labor market to weaken.

¿Qué pasaría si Trump decide atacar Irán o asesinar a su líder?

Si EE. UU. ataca Irán o asesina a su líder supremo, podría dar comienzo una fase más peligrosa e impredecible de la guerra.

How Astronomers Will Deal With 60 Million Billion Bytes of Imagery

The Vera C. Rubin Observatory will make the study of stars and galaxies more like the big data-sorting exercises of contemporary genetics and particle physics.

Huge Crowds Rally Across Middle East, Venting Anger at Israel

Demonstrators took to the streets of Iran, Iraq and Lebanon on Friday after midday prayers, expressing anger at Israel’s widening offensive.

Who Wants a BlackBerry? Apparently, Gen Z.

Barely old enough to hold the devices when they were popular, young social media users are longing for “nostalgia tech.”

Former Combs Assistant Says Mogul Told Staff to ‘Move Like SEAL Team 6’

Brendan Paul testified that his duties for Sean Combs involved getting drugs, setting up hotel rooms for sexual encounters and handling routine tasks.

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Weekends Are for New Recipes

If you haven’t yet made Hetty Lui McKinnon’s crispy gnocchi with tomato and red onion, the first weekend of Actual Summer is a great time to do so.

There Might Not Be a Map for That: Budget Cuts Threaten Geological Surveys

Nearly two dozen state geological surveys depend heavily on federal funds. A proposed budget cut could slow or stop key geologic mapping work.

Europe’s Growing Fear: How Trump Might Use U.S. Tech Dominance Against It

To comply with a Trump executive order, Microsoft recently helped suspend the email account of an International Criminal Court prosecutor in the Netherlands who was investigating Israel for war crimes.

When the Past Is Lost

Years after a devastating fire, Brazil is slowly rebuilding an institution dedicated to the country’s cultural heritage.

Medically Assisted Dying Moves Closer to Legalization in England and Wales

British lawmakers on Friday confirmed their support for assisted suicide for some terminally ill people, after months of scrutiny that followed an initial vote last year.

Large Oil Producers Around the Persian Gulf Ramp Up Exports

Saudi Arabia and other oil states are rushing to load tankers in case the Israel-Iran fighting spreads to export installations.

A Way for People With Low Credit Scores to Raise Them

A new study finds that tenants who pay their rent on time can see “significant increases” if the payments are reported to credit bureaus.

The Markets Are Balancing on a Knife’s Edge

The world has been anything but peaceful, but you wouldn’t know that from looking at the markets.

You Only Get Married a Few Times. Why Not Go All Out?

As the Jeff Bezos-Lauren Sánchez nuptials approach, a look at how second weddings went from low-key to lavish.

Summer Reading Contest, Week 3: What Got Your Attention in The Times This Week?

To participate, submit your response here by June 27 at 9 a.m. Eastern. This week’s winners will be announced by July 8.

‘Prewar Eva’ Has Her Finger on the Pulse of the Hamptons

Eva Alt, a real estate agent who goes by “Prewar Eva” on Instagram, says the bland Hamptons McMansions of the past two decades are on their way out.

¿Quién es el director de ‘Elio’? La respuesta es complicada

En el filme más reciente de Pixar hay tres directores en los créditos, pero no todos aparecen en la pantalla al mismo tiempo. Explicamos por qué.

To the Teachers Who Think Louder Means Leader

We are honoring the Top 10 winners of our Student Open Letter Contest by publishing their entries. This one is by Anna Xu, age 15.

The Great Subscription Trap

We are honoring the Top 10 winners of our Student Open Letter Contest by publishing their entries. This one is by Michael Shin, age 16.

Trump’s Two-Week Iran Notice Gives Markets a Lift

The president said he could take that long to decide whether to join a military fight against Iran. But that does little to quell investor uncertainty.

Putin Does Not Rule Out Capturing Key Ukrainian City

Moscow has hoped to mend relations with the United States while continuing to wage war in Ukraine, but Mr. Putin’s insistence on pushing his offensive has come at a diplomatic cost.

Los reguladores aprueban una inyección bianual para prevenir la infección por VIH

El medicamento podría cambiar el curso de la epidemia de SIDA. Pero el gobierno de Trump ha destripado los programas que podrían haberlo costeado en los países de renta baja.

Are Israel’s Airstrikes on Iran Within Legal Bounds?

International law experts are divided.

Trump Is Selling a Phone + The Start-Up Trying to Automate Every Job + Allison Williams Talks ‘M3GAN 2.0’

“They’re calling it the T1 Phone 8002 Gold Version, which sounds kind of like a Taylor Swift album.”

Anatomía de una deportación, por chat

La migración en EE. UU. vista desde una familia venezolana. Además: la trayectoria de Erick y más para el fin de semana.

The Iran Emergency

We explain how Iran’s nuclear program became a crisis so quickly.

Chris Brown Free to Play World Tour After Not Guilty Plea

The R&B star will not stand trial on assault charges until October 2026 and can continue touring, including playing U.S. dates.

Trump’s Iran Deadline, and TikTok’s Future in the U.S.

Plus, your Friday news quiz.

Pro-Palestinian Activists Break Into U.K.’s Biggest Air Base in Security Breach

The Palestine Action group said two of its members had entered R.A.F. Brize Norton on electric scooters and sprayed red paint in aircraft engines and on the runway.

Supreme Court Upholds Ban on Transgender Care for Minors

The justices ruled that a Tennessee law did not violate equal protection principles, a bitter setback for transgender rights proponents.

Wordle Review No. 1,463

Scroll down for hints and conversation about the puzzle for Saturday, June 21, 2025.

Connections Companion No. 741

Scroll down for hints and conversation about the puzzle for Saturday, June 21, 2025.

His Prison Term Halved, Former Malaysia Leader Wins Another Reprieve

Money-laundering charges against Najib Razak were dropped because of prosecutorial delays, intensifying criticism that he was being treated leniently.

Forced to Wait for Trump, Israel Faces Strategic Dilemma in Iran

The Israeli military needs American help to destroy a key nuclear site in Iran. Waiting for that help comes with risks for Israel.

A Long Way Down: What It Takes to Hit Iran’s Deepest Nuclear Site

President Trump says he’s considering attacking Iran’s underground nuclear site. Here’s what that might look like.

Clyburn Endorses Cuomo, Helping Him Broaden His Appeal to Black Voters

Representative James E. Clyburn of South Carolina is endorsing former Gov. Andrew M. Cuomo in the New York City mayor’s race as the June 24 primary nears.

The New York Times News Quiz, June 20, 2025

Did you follow the news this week? Take our quiz to see how well you stack up with other Times readers.

Trump Might Take the U.S. to War. Where Are Schumer and Jeffries?

Failing to aggressively defend Congress’s role in authorizing war would be a serious blunder for Democrats.

Tuition Increases and Layoffs Are Coming to a Broad Set of Universities

Schools say the Trump administration’s cuts to higher education are forcing them to consider extreme cost-cutting measures, even as more students than ever are heading to college this year.

3 Easy (and Delicious) Ways to Eat Well This Summer

There’s very little cooking involved.

Candidates’ Shift on Crime Turned the Mayor’s Race Upside Down

With “defund the police” still in New Yorkers’ ears, getting traction in the mayor’s race was complicated.

The Nation Encourages Political Violence by Allowing It to Seem Normal

When we move on too quickly from an attack, we normalize it.

Who Directed ‘Elio?’ It’s Complicated

Three directors are credited for Pixar’s latest film, but not all are listed onscreen at the same time. Here’s the back story.

Politics Looms Over the World’s Biggest Contemporary Art Fair

At this year’s edition of Art Basel, European arts leaders worried about tariffs, whether to loan their art and if they needed to re-evaluate their relationships with American institutions.

Five Horror Movies to Stream Now

This month’s picks include a full-throttle vampire movie, a heartbreaking ghost story, a creature-feature comedy and more.

8 New Movies Our Critics Are Talking About This Week

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

Landlords Say They Don’t Make Enough Money. Is That Really True?

A conversation with Mihir Zaveri, who covers housing in New York, on whether landlords have a right to grouse about their income even as rents rise.

Under Pressure, Officials in Western India Move Against Abuse in Sugar Fields

Women are coerced into needless hysterectomies and girls are pushed into child marriages. After a court ruling and a Times investigation, things may be changing.

Watch Hiccup and Toothless Connect in ‘How to Train Your Dragon’

The director Dean DeBlois narrates a sequence from his live-action film, starring Mason Thames as Hiccup.

Marlee Matlin on Hollywood, Healing and Stories Still Untold

In a new documentary, “Marlee Matlin: Not Alone Anymore,” the star reflects on the joy, and pain, of being Hollywood’s first Oscar-winning Deaf actress.

Holy Water Couldn’t Save My Husband. MAHA Wouldn’t Have, Either.

I believe in medical science, but when my husband had cancer, I found myself trying to cure him with holy water and MAHA-like remedies.

We’ve Reached Rainbow Capitalism’s End

The era of corporate allyship with the L.G.B.T.Q. community is over. Maybe that’s a good thing.

This Loophole Buried in Trump’s Bill Is Anything but Beautiful

A loophole in Trump’s policy bill would continue to encourage offshoring.

Why ‘Jaws’ Would Never Be Made Today

Would “Jaws,” the first blockbuster, be greenlit today? Probably not. Alissa Wilkinson, a New York Times film critic, breaks down why.

$1.1 Million Homes in Cork, Ireland

County Cork, Ireland’s southernmost county, has rustic architectural gems, stately Georgian homes, and 19th-century rowhouses overlooking Cork Harbour.

On the Silk Road, Traces of Once Bustling Intercontinental Trade

A new book of photographs captures the landscapes, buildings and faces along the route that once conveyed untold wealth between Europe and China.

Never Quitting ‘Brokeback Mountain’

Now 20 years old, this love story about two sheepherders is being rereleased in theaters. Here’s a look at what it meant to pop culture, then and now.

Hybrid Cars, Once Derided and Dismissed, Have Become Popular

Automakers and car buyers are taking a second, harder look at hybrids after leaving them behind for electric vehicles.

Seeking Jobs and Purpose, Fired Federal Workers Form New Networks

Government employees swept up in President Trump’s purge meet for happy hour and gather virtually as they navigate the stress of losing their careers and confront a tough job market.

A Designer Places Furniture in Her Bedroom as Pieces of Art

Alyssa Kapito savors the elegant memo box on her night stand, a bronze chair by Diego Villarreal, and silver shell bowls from her mother.

What Happens if Trump Decides to Strike Iran or Assassinate Its Leader?

If the United States bombs an underground uranium enrichment facility in Iran or kills the country’s supreme leader, it could kick off a more dangerous and unpredictable phase in the war.

What to Know About ‘28 Years Later’

We catch you up on the “28” franchise, including the new movie, with commentary from the films’ screenwriter Alex Garland.

Be the First to Find Out the 100 Best Movies of the 21st Century

Starting June 23, we’ll unveil a list of 100, as voted on by directors, actors and other notable names in Hollywood and around the world. Make sure you’re getting updates.

He Laughed Along With Larry David and Borat. Until He Didn’t.

In his candid memoir “Comedy Samurai,” the writer-director Larry Charles explains his comfort with failure and analyzes why creative collaborations end.

Americans Are Thriving. Why Don’t We Feel Like It?

Americans experience massive amounts of envy. It has led us to think we lack something, even as our prosperity soars.

Barbra Streisand on the Duets That Define Her: ‘I Like Drama’

With a new album due next week that pairs her with Paul McCartney, Bob Dylan, Laufey, Sam Smith and more, the singer looks back at her prized collaborations.

Marlee Matlin Tells Her Own Unvarnished Story

In a new documentary, the actress talks about the prejudice and loneliness she faced after becoming the rare Hollywood star who is deaf.

The Fast-Food Gimmick That Became an Unlikely Muse for Chefs

Twenty years after its debut, Taco Bell’s Crunchwrap Supreme has inspired a legion of dupes with its endlessly adaptable format.

The Feminist Case for Spending Billions to Boost the Birthrate

Fertility decline is a devilish problem. What if the only solution is to treat parenting as a public service worth paying for?

Kids Are in Crisis. Could Chatbot Therapy Help?

A number of companies are building A.I. apps for patients to talk to when human therapists aren’t available.

How ‘Boots on the Ground’ Two-Stepped Onto Everyone’s Summer Playlist

Black Southern line dance culture, and a co-sign from Beyoncé, has helped to popularize the song and its fan-snapping moves.

Seth and Josh Meyers Are Here to Poke Fun at Your Family Vacations

In their podcast, “Family Trips With the Meyers Brothers,” the comedians interview notable guests about memorable childhood holidays.

In Just a Few Minutes, This Music Will Change Your Day

In this short piano piece, an intimate song without words, Brahms holds back the tears, which makes it heartbreaking.

Eight Enchanting Novels About Witches

The fantasy author Charlie Jane Anders recommends some of her favorite, most magical books.

A Multigenerational Historical Novel. And Only 200 Pages.

Amy Bloom’s “I’ll Be Right Here” zigzags between Paris and Poughkeepsie as it shares the saga of Algerian siblings and their chosen family.

What Is Tapping, and Can It Really Improve Mental Health?

Proponents say that manually stimulating acupressure points can ease a variety of maladies.

Is This 19th-Century Factory the World’s First Skyscraper?

As the first building to be built from an iron frame, the Shrewsbury Flaxmill Maltings in England is a forerunner of all iron- and steel-framed towers. Now, its custodians want people to know that.

In ‘Ironheart,’ Dominique Thorne Suits Up for the Spotlight

In Marvel’s new series, she reprises her role from “Black Panther: Wakanda Forever,” a young genius who is building a super suit to rival Tony Stark’s.

Airlines and Trump Administration Backpedal on Protections for Travelers With Wheelchairs

A landmark rule to expand the rights of disabled air travelers has been hamstrung by a lawsuit from major airlines and delayed enforcement by the Transportation Department.

These Watery Works Offer Sharks, Thrills and Magic

Visit the aquatic hereafter in a fantasy, then track down threats on Martha’s Vineyard in a taut contemporary suspense novel.

‘How to Train Your Dragon’ | Anatomy of a Scene

Dean DeBlois narrates a sequence from the live-action film featuring Mason Thames.

Las empresas chinas ponen la mira en Brasil

Ante los aranceles y el escrutinio en Estados Unidos y Europa, las marcas de consumo chinas apuestan por convertirse en nombres conocidos en la mayor economía de América Latina.

What’s Inside a 10th Floor ICE Office? New York Democrats Want to Know.

Nine members of Congress are accusing the federal authorities of blocking their right to examine conditions at what is supposed to be a temporary stop for detained immigrants.

Quizá Trump y Miller no entienden a los estadounidenses tan bien como creen

El ambicioso esfuerzo de Trump por imponer su voluntad al país solo ha generado descontento y reacciones en contra.

In Harlem, a Juneteenth Celebration Revels in the Rhythms of Jazz

Music and dancing filled the streets Thursday night as residents turned out for the fourth annual Big Band Jubilee.

Will This Race Produce an Ally or Adversary for the Next New York Mayor?

The Democratic primary for public advocate pits Jumaane Williams, the progressive incumbent, against Jenifer Rajkumar, a moderate state lawmaker loyal to Mayor Eric Adams.

Mamdani Helped a Rival Candidate. She Won’t Return the Favor.

Adrienne Adams, the City Council’s first Black speaker, has rejected pressure to cross-endorse Zohran Mamdani, renewing battle lines between some Black Democrats and progressives.

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Europe Attempts to Provide an Off-Ramp to Iran in Geneva Talks

Top diplomats from Britain, France and Germany met with Iran’s foreign minister in a last-ditch effort to avoid escalation in the Israel-Iran conflict.

Jimmy Kimmel Isn’t Shocked by Trump’s Silence on Juneteenth

Kimmel imagined the Trump base’s reaction had the president acknowledged the holiday: “We’re the ones who stopped enslaving — they should have a holiday for us!”

Palabra del día: ‘pliable’

Esta palabra ha aparecido en 42 artículos en NYTimes.com en el último año. ¿Puedes usarla en una frase?

Word of the Day: pliable

This word has appeared in 42 articles on NYTimes.com in the past year. Can you use it in a sentence?

Friday Briefing

Here’s what you need to know.

EE. UU. revisará las redes sociales de los solicitantes de visas de estudiante y académico

El Departamento de Estado reanudará el trámite de solicitudes, pero analizará la presencia en línea de los candidatos en busca de “hostilidad” a Estados Unidos. Los críticos afirman que las medidas buscan forzar a los extranjeros a no criticar al gobierno de Trump.

A U.S. Attack on Iran Would Show the Limits of China’s Power

China, which depends on Iran for oil and to counter American influence, has a lot to lose from a wider war. But there’s not much it can do about it.

Debate Is Their Love Language

Rachel Atcheson intended to challenge Sean McElwee over political spending. Instead, they fell in love.

No Corrections: June 20, 2025

No corrections appeared in print on Friday, June 20, 2025.

She Didn’t Give Up on Her YouTube Dream — or on Love

Remi Cruz, known as Miss Remi Ashten on YouTube, was coy about being a social media star when she met Cal Parsons. Not only was he impressed, but he now works with her.

Men, Where Have You Gone? Please Come Back.

So many men have retreated from intimacy, hiding behind firewalls, filters and curated personas, dabbling and scrolling. We miss you.

Chinese Tech Giants Have Big Ambitions in Brazil

Confronted with tariffs and scrutiny in the United States and Europe, Chinese consumer brands are betting that they can become household names in Latin America’s biggest economy.

His Four-Legged Wingman Helped to Seal the Deal

Leland Vittert adopted Dutch, a black Labrador retriever, as an insurance policy to keep Rachel Putnam around. It worked. Dutch was the ring bearer at their wedding.

Quote of the Day: He Came to Put Up a Flagpole And Got a Trump Talk on Iran

Quotation of the Day for Friday, June 20, 2025

As Dense Cities Encircle India’s Busiest Airports, Dangers Multiply

The crash of an Air India flight shows how the country’s ambitions of rapid growth are often superimposed on urban infrastructures already pushed to the limit.

Workers began trying to remove from the wreckage the tail of the Air India plane that crashed in Ahmedabad, India.

Appeals Court Lets Trump Keep Control of California National Guard in L.A.

A panel rejected a lower court’s finding that it was most likely illegal for President Trump to use state troops to protect immigration agents from protests.

Man Is Charged With Trying to Kidnap Memphis Mayor, Police Say

The 25-year-old man told the police that he had gone to the home of Mayor Paul Young to confront him about crime. The police later found a stun gun, rope and duct tape in the man’s car, they said.

It’s the Greatest Part!

Adrianne Baik makes her New York Times Crossword debut with some dynamic, grid-spanning stacks.

‘And Just Like That …’ Season 3, Episode 4 Recap: Guilty

Aidan says he invited Carrie to stay with him longer in Virginia because he felt guilty. But is that really true?

The World’s 50 Best Restaurants anuncia su lista de 2025

Perú, España, México y Dinamarca ocupan los primeros cinco lugares de la lista.

Israel’s Military Says Iran Struck Israel With Missile Armed With Cluster Munitions

Israel’s military accused Iran of using a type of weapon banned by more than 100 countries, though not by Iran or Israel. Experts said evidence offered support for the claim.

U.S. Spy Agencies Assess Iran Remains Undecided on Building a Bomb

U.S. intelligence officials said Iran was likely to pivot toward producing a nuclear weapon if the U.S. attacked a main uranium enrichment site, or if Israel killed its supreme leader.

Juneteenth Goes Uncelebrated at White House as Trump Complains About ‘Too Many’ Holidays

President Trump made no statement about the federal holiday that commemorates the end of slavery in the United States, other than saying there were too many like it. Lesser occasions routinely garner official proclamations.

Police Investigate Threats to Mamdani in Mayoral Race’s Final Days

Voice mail messages promising violence against Zohran Mamdani, a progressive Democrat, came as attacks on politicians, judges and other government officials have skyrocketed.

Trump Buys Himself Time, and Opens Up Some New Options

While President Trump appears to be offering one more off ramp to the Iranians, he also is bolstering his own military options.

6 Months After the Pelicot Trial, a Staging Brings Insight and Despair

The stripped-back performance, based on the rape trial that shocked France and the world, ran all night at a church in Vienna.

Israel and Iran Continue to Exchange Attacks Into Thursday

The strikes highlight the risks to civilians in Israel and Iran after days of fighting between the two countries.

Senador Padilla: Así actúa un gobierno cuando tiene miedo

Hoy, los migrantes son el blanco de la furia de Donald Trump. Mañana podría ser cualquiera.

Bank Transfer Signals Syria Is Making Strides in Ending Economic Isolation

The bank-to-bank transfer using the SWIFT system was symbolically important, indicating the war-torn country was reintegrating into the global financial community.

Kim Woodburn, British TV’s No-Nonsense ‘Queen of Clean,’ Dies at 83

She was a blunt and bossy domestic dominatrix on the series “How Clean Is Your House?” honing a persona as the rudest woman on reality television.

The World’s 50 Best Restaurants Announces Its 2025 List

A Peruvian spot took No. 1, while five U.S. chefs kept places on the list.

Boy, 15, Survives Lightning Strike in Central Park, Police Say

The boy was standing under a tree when lightning hit and an electrical current transferred to a chain necklace around his neck, a law enforcement official said.

Suchinda Kraprayoon, Thai Leader Who Set Off Bloody Protests, Dies at 91

A top general, he was appointed prime minister in 1992, a short-lived tenure that immediately incited the Black May uprising — and a violent backlash by his military.

Friday Briefing: Trump Appeared to Put Off U.S. Action on Iran

Plus, why “Jaws” is a model movie.

For Trump, ‘Two Weeks’ Is the Magic Number

“Two weeks” is one of President Trump’s favorite units of time. It can mean something, or nothing at all.

Iranian Missile Hits Israeli Hospital as Trump Appears to Put Off U.S. Action

President Trump said he would decide within two weeks whether the United States would intervene militarily in the war against Iran, according to the White House press secretary.

Hurricane Erick Makes Landfall In Mexico

On Thursday morning, Hurricane Erick hit Mexico’s southern coastline as a Category 3 storm, damaging businesses and homes.

Los partidarios de Trump están indignados por su voluntad a unirse a la guerra contra Irán

Los aliados del presidente se enfrentan por dos promesas electorales contrapuestas: evitar guerras en el extranjero e impedir que Irán tenga un arma nuclear.

How the Supreme Court’s Transgender Ruling Reveals a Shift

In its biggest ruling of the term, the Supreme Court on Wednesday upheld a Tennessee law that prohibits some medical treatments for transgender youths, shielding similar laws in more than 20 other states. Adam Liptak, who covers the Supreme Court for The New York Times, describes the three factions of justices in the 6-to-3 decision.

Three Restaurants Where Grandma Is (Almost) Always Cooking

Your grandmother’s cooking doesn’t stand a chance against La Morada, Fried Dumpling and Nonna Dora’s.

‘America’s Sweethearts’ Is a Compelling Sports Series

Season 2 of this docuseries about the Dallas Cowboys cheerleaders is an intense look at found families and all the healing and trouble that come with them.

In Singapore, Grandmothers Dive Into Aging With a Splash

To tell the story of a demographic shift in Southeast Asia, one reporter visited a swimming complex where women in their 60s, 70s and 80s get competitive in the pool.

La república islámica, entre la espada y la pared

El régimen iraní se encuentra en su posición más difícil 46 años después de la revolución que lo llevó al poder. Pero ¿significa esto el fin?

Israel struck an inactive Iranian nuclear site.

Air India disminuye sus vuelos internacionales tras el choque mortal

La medida se adoptó un día después de que las autoridades indias le pidieran a la aerolínea que mejorara sus operaciones, y mientras los retrasos y vuelos cancelados suscitan quejas de los pasajeros.

Netanyahu says Israel doesn’t need help to reach its goals in Iran.

They Followed a Truck for 300 Miles. Then They Stole $100 Million in Jewelry.

Seven men have been indicted in the July 2022 theft at a rest stop north of Los Angeles, which federal prosecutors believe was the largest jewelry heist in United States history.

Karen Read Acquittal Exposes Flaws in Police Practices, Supporters and Critics Say

Both sides agreed that the investigation into the death of Ms. Read’s boyfriend, a Boston police officer, was flawed and plagued by unethical and unprofessional conduct.

Bear Whose Head Was Stuck for Two Years Is Freed

An unwelcome plastic collar was removed from around the neck of a 2-year-old bear.

Why Israelis Fear the Prospect of a Nuclear-Armed Iran

Much of the world views Iran’s nuclear program with alarm, and experts say its stockpile of highly enriched uranium has grown fast.

Reseña de ‘Elio’: el mundo fantástico pero no tan arriesgado de Pixar

Un niño huérfano es transportado a una aventura cósmica visualmente maravillosa, pero que tiene lecciones ya conocidas.

Son of Author Michael Chabon Is Charged With Rape in Manhattan

Abraham Chabon, a New York University student, is accused in a criminal complaint of sexual assault. He has pleaded not guilty.

Why Higher Oil Prices May Not Change U.S. Energy Policy

The energy crisis of the 1970s suggests that higher oil prices are unlikely to significantly shift U.S. energy policy away from fossil fuels.

Una guía ilustrada de la inflamación

Cuando funciona con normalidad, la inflamación es una respuesta natural y útil del organismo para protegernos.

Un observatorio en Chile busca revelar los secretos del Universo

El ojo más reciente hacia el cosmos es el Observatorio Vera C. Rubin, que alberga la mayor cámara digital: una rejilla superenfriada con cientos de sensores de alta resolución de 3,2 gigapíxeles.

8 New Books We Recommend This Week

Suggested reading from critics and editors at The New York Times.

Banning Plastic Bags Works to Limit Shoreline Litter, Study Finds

Using crowdsourced data from shore cleanups, researchers found that areas that enacted plastic bag bans or fees had fewer bags littering their lakes, rivers and beaches than those without them.

Marijuana’s Links to Heart Attack and Stroke Are Becoming Clearer

The evidence is stacking up that the drug is associated with a greater likelihood of heart problems.

TikTok Hits Cannes, Where a U.S. Ban Seems a Distant Dream

TikTok executives hosted happy hours and played pickleball with influencers on the French Riviera this week, even as a U.S. ban loomed over the company.

Trump gives TikTok’s owner more time to find a buyer for U.S. operations.

Chilling Photos Capture Police Shooting Man, Fueling Anger in Kenya

The protests and police shooting on Tuesday came nearly a year after demonstrations against President William Ruto of Kenya convulsed the country.

Summer Beans, Make Me Feel Fine

Hetty Lui McKinnon’s no-cook chili bean salad is just the thing for spiking temperatures.

Former Interpol Official Detained for Role in ‘Big Carousel’ of Corruption

The official led a powerful and highly sensitive commission at Interpol’s headquarters in Lyon, France.

Oil Tanker Collision Near Strait of Hormuz Raises Security Fears

The accident, which the United Arab Emirates said was unrelated to the conflict between Israel and Iran, occurred amid increased reports of GPS interference.

As talk grows of regime change in Iran, here’s a look at the 1953 coup that helped reshape the Middle East.

A Tree Trimmer’s Front-Row Seat to Trump’s Impromptu Iran Remarks

Any other president might have discussed a potential Iran strike in an Oval Office address or in a formal news conference. Mr. Trump did it while hanging with a crew at a job site.

ICE Imposes New Rules on Congressional Visits

The policy says that ICE field offices are not subject to a federal law that allows members of Congress to make unannounced oversight visits to immigration facilities that “detain or otherwise house aliens.”

‘Little Lobbyists’ Urge Senators to Oppose Trump’s Bill Cutting Medicaid

Children with disabilities and their parents who rely on the health insurance program took to Capitol Hill this week to warn that the proposed reductions could be ‘devastating.’

‘Churchyard’ and ‘Tablet’ Review: Irreverence and Resurrection

At the Joyce Theater through Sunday, the Paul Taylor Dance Company revives two half-lost works from the 1960s, traversing matters both sacred and profane.

The Supreme Court’s Blindness to Transgender Reality

The retrenchment on transgender rights is fueled by fear: fear of the future, fear of unfamiliar concepts, fear of not knowing one’s child.

Edward Anders, Who Duped Nazis and Illuminated the Cosmos, Dies at 98

His research unraveled mysteries about the solar system and the demise of the dinosaurs. In retirement, he turned his attention to the Holocaust.

William Cran, ‘Frontline’ Documentarian, Is Dead at 79

Producing or directing, he made more than 50 films over 50 years, including a series on the English language and an exploration of J. Edgar Hoover’s secret life.

Un hospital en Israel ha sido alcanzado por un misil iraní

El ataque reveló los riesgos que corren los civiles en Israel e Irán tras días de enfrentamientos entre ambos países.

A Messy Business Divorce Plays Out on the Beaches of Cannes

Michael Kassan, a ringmaster in the media industry, is going head to head at its top event with United Talent Agency, a company that has sued him.

El ciclón tropical Erick avanza por México

La tormenta siguió su trayectoria en dirección a la ciudad de Acapulco. A su paso por la costa del sur mexicana dejó inundaciones, deslaves y escombros arrastrados por la marea.

In Crisis With Iran, U.S. Military Officials Focus on Strait of Hormuz

Pentagon officials are trying to prepare for all of the ways Iran could retaliate, as President Trump hints at what he might do.

‘KPop Demon Hunters’ Review: Singing, Slinging and Slashing

Beyond the somewhat silly premise of this Netflix animated film is a charming, funny and artfully punchy original universe.

Our Summer 100 Is Here!

As is Eric Kim’s dak bulgogi, or Korean BBQ chicken, a super-easy take on a super-delicious dish.

Earth’s Largest Camera Takes 3 Billion-Pixel Images of the Night Sky

At the heart of the new Vera C. Rubin Observatory is a digital camera that will create an unparalleled map of the cosmos.

French Lawmaker Says He Was Denied Entry Into the United States

Pouria Amirshahi, a leftist member of Parliament, said that he hoped that the decision would be reversed. On Friday, Mr. Amirshahi said he had received his visa.

Review: ‘The Comet/Poppea’ Merges Opera’s Past and Present

A Monteverdi masterpiece and a new work by George Lewis are played simultaneously in an American Modern Opera Company production at Lincoln Center.

Fed’s ‘Wait and See’ Approach Keeps It on Collision Course With Trump

The central bank signals little urgency to cut interest rates despite demands from President Trump for lower borrowing costs.

How Black Lung Came Roaring Back to Coal Country

Once nearly eradicated, the “old man’s disease” is back and suffocating younger miners. Federal cuts risk putting a solution further out of reach.

New Digital Comics Store Takes Aim at Amazon

Two veterans of Comixology, a site that the e-commerce colossus bought in 2014, are now starting a rival to compete with it.

Lessons From a Dark Past

In South Korea, the collective memory of a pro-democracy uprising inspires a new generation to resist authoritarianism.

The Universe’s Darkest Mysteries Are Coming Into Focus

As the Vera C. Rubin Observatory surveys the night sky, astrophysicists expect to unlock the secrets of dark matter, dark energy and cosmic phenomena that go “bang!”

Zero Interest Rates Are Back in Europe

The Swiss National Bank lowered rates to zero after consumer prices fell last month. Other European central banks are grappling with uncertainty caused by President Trump’s tariffs.

Largely Sidelined on Iran, Europe Makes a Late Push for Diplomacy

The continent’s most important leaders are divided over Israel’s conduct and filled with fears about a spiraling regional conflict.

Record Debt Limit Increase Would Break Republican Precedent

A proposed $5 trillion debt limit increase could make it hard for Republicans to maintain their fiscal hawk credibility.

The Things College Students Leave Behind

Readers reflect on salvaging what college students don’t take home. Also: Poetry that questions; the risks of self-driving trucks.

3 Dead in Listeria Outbreak Tied to Chicken Pasta Sold at Walmart and Kroger

The company that made the meals issued a nationwide recall as the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said they were linked to 17 listeria cases across 13 states.

They’re Over 80. You Can Find Them in the Club.

A group of Brussels retirement-home residents grooved to electronic music late one night as part of a program to fight loneliness among seniors.

A Plea for a Petite Plate

We are honoring the Top 10 winners of our Student Open Letter Contest by publishing their entries. This one is by Max Yoon, age 17.

Timed Tests Don’t Measure Aptitude, They Measure Speed and Memorization

We are honoring the Top 10 winners of our Student Open Letter Contest by publishing their entries. This one is by Claire Mauney, age 16.

‘28 Years Later’ Review: Danny Boyle Revives His Monsters

The director returns to the postapocalyptic Britain he conjured in his 2002 movie “28 Days Later,” this time with a father and son running from the infected. Mom joins in, too.

‘Elio’ Review: Pixar’s Fantastical, Familiar World

An orphaned boy is whisked away on a visually wondrous cosmic adventure, but he returns home with mostly reassuring lessons.

‘There Was a Massive Boom’: Doctor Recounts Iranian Strike on Hospital

An Iranian missile hit a building at the Soroka Medical Center, a major hospital complex in southern Israel. The hospital said it was treating several patients with minor injuries.

European and Iranian officials will hold talks on Friday in Geneva.

This Chinese Park Inspired ‘Avatar.’ Videos Show It Also Drew Piles of Trash.

Officials ordered a huge cleanup effort after videos of the mountains of garbage spread widely online.

‘Shanghai Blues’ Review: Slapstick Fun in a 1984 Tsui Hark Picture

This newly restored screwball comedy is a buoyant romp. The director revisits and refines the techniques used here in his later work in other genres.

A Legal Gamble

We explain the Supreme Court’s ruling on medical treatments for transgender kids.

Student Who Filmed Himself Raping at Least 10 Women Is Given Life Sentence

Zou Zhenhao, 28, is considered by the police in London to be “one of the most prolific predators” they have encountered. Investigators say there are probably many more victims.

Smoke Billows From Israeli Hospital After Iranian Missile Strike

Smoke billowed from the Soroka Medical Center after its old surgical building was directly hit, according to the hospital’s director general.

China despliega hackers contra Rusia en busca de secretos de guerra

Los expertos afirman que China ve la guerra en Ucrania como una oportunidad para recopilar información de las tácticas de guerra modernas y el armamento occidental, incluso a costa de un aliado.

Tehran residents describe the turmoil of living in a city under attack.

This Oregon Native Went to Kyiv as a Volunteer. He Died in a Russian Attack.

Fred Grandy was upset by the United States’ reversal in its support for Ukraine, his family said. This week, he was among the 28 people killed in a drone and missile assault.

Israel implementa una nueva doctrina militar en Irán que transforma al Medio Oriente

Durante años, Israel contuvo sus conflictos con Teherán, Hamás y Hizbulá. El amplio asalto contra Irán pone de manifiesto un cambio de estrategia.

The MAGA Fight Over Iran, and a Critical Ruling on Transgender Youth Care

Plus, a bidding frenzy over David Lynch’s espresso machine.

Wordle Review No. 1,462

Scroll down for hints and conversation about the puzzle for Friday, June 20, 2025.

Connections Companion No. 740

Scroll down for hints and conversation about the puzzle for Friday, June 20, 2025.

No Rock Stars, No Mercedes: A Russian Expo Shows the Cost of Divorce With the West

The annual economic forum in St. Petersburg used to yield multibillion-dollar deals and feature performances by global music stars. With the war in Ukraine still raging, the mood has shifted.

An Interview With Trump’s Border Czar

Tom Homan, President Trump’s border czar, speaks about his deportation strategy and why the Trump administration is only just getting started.

An Interview With Trump’s Border Czar, Tom Homan

A conversation about the administration’s deportation strategy and what is to come.

Trash-Filled Caves in ‘Avatar’ Park Set Off Outrage

Piles of trash-filled caves in Zhangjiajie, China, famous for its towering sandstone pillars.

An Islamic Republic With Its Back Against the Wall

The Iranian regime finds itself in its most difficult position 46 years after the revolution that brought it to power. But does it mean the end?

Intense Heat Wave Will Leave the Midwest Sweltering This Weekend

Many places around the country will experience their first significant heat of the year in the next few days. Here’s why it’s so dangerous.

Thai Premier Faces Calls to Resign After Private Chat Is Posted Online

Paetongtarn Shinawatra has been widely criticized for appearing weak in a conversation with Cambodia’s Hun Sen, who released a recording of their exchange.

Will Israel’s Interceptors Outlast Iran’s Missiles? The Answer May Shape the War.

Israel has a world-leading missile interception system but its bank of interceptors is finite.

Air India Cuts International Flights After Crash Causes Chaos

The move came a day after Indian officials told the airline to improve its operations, and as delays and canceled flights are drawing complaints from passengers.

The Progressive Regulator Winning Over the Populist Right

Lina Khan wants to overthrow “the autocrats of trade.”

The Problem of the Christian Assassin

What would make you put down your Bible and pick up your gun?

Los pacientes de lupus encuentran esperanza en una innovadora terapia para el cáncer

La enfermedad puede ser debilitante y a veces mortal para los 3 millones de personas que la padecen. Un tratamiento llamado CAR-T parece detenerla en seco.

Court Leaves States to Decide on Trans Treatments for Minors

The Supreme Court decision upholding a Tennessee ban on gender transition care for trans youths means a state-by-state patchwork of policies will remain.

La fantasía de invadir los refugios de los magnates tecnológicos

No podemos escapar de la influencia de la élite tecnológica, y ahora, en relatos como “Mountainhead” y “Careless People”, imaginamos que ellos no pueden escapar de nosotros.

‘The Waterfront’ Brings More Murder to Netflix

Created by Kevin Williamson, this new drama set in North Carolina is a pulpy family saga of violence and secrets, land and legacy.

On the French Riviera, a Secret Resort Worth Searching For

Plus: embroidered bedding, a woodworking exhibition and more recommendations from T Magazine.

Senator Padilla: This Is How an Administration Acts When It’s Afraid

If this is how the administration treats a senator on camera, imagine what it could do to you.

After 19 Years, Crane That Ruined Photos of Florence Is Finally Gone

A reviled crane used during the expansion of the Uffizi Galleries was taken down this week after years of protests.

We Can’t Bomb Our Way Out of This

Trump should judge the efficacy of any military action in Iran by the same standards against which he previously assessed diplomacy.

Famous for Basketball and Now the Setting for an Opera

“Bounce: A Basketball Opera” will be staged at Holcombe Rucker Park, where Kareem Abdul-Jabbar and Julius Erving have played.

A Couple Figured They Couldn’t Afford Upper Manhattan. They Just Had to Look in the Right Places.

Two longtime renters searched in Harlem, Hamilton Heights and Washington Heights for a sunny two-bedroom with space to host friends. Here’s what they found.

What to Know About the Transgender Rights Movement’s Supreme Court Gamble

A Times examination shows how a landmark case about gender-affirming care for minors was built on flawed politics and uncertain science.

Homes for Sale in Manhattan and the Bronx

This week’s properties are in Harlem, Chelsea and Fieldston.

If Food and Beer Cans Get More Expensive, Consumers May Pay the Price

Tariffs on steel and aluminum may raise the cost of containers. Food and beverage companies say they can’t absorb the expense.

Intoxicating Hemp Is Everywhere. Texas Just Might Ban It.

Gov. Greg Abbott must decide this week whether to sign or veto a bill to ban hemp-derived intoxicants, part of a national debate over the fast-growing industry.

A Model Walked Away, but Never Stopped Fighting

Sara Ziff, once a fixture at Fashion Week, is a force behind a new labor law in New York that aims to protect models and perhaps redefine what counts as work.

The Progressive Regulator With Trumpist Fans

Lina Khan wants to overthrow “the autocrats of trade.”

A Totally Spontaneous Expression of Joy, Contractually Sponsored by Moët & Chandon

Brands have seized on the spectacle of the post-championship celebration as a marketing moment.

My Spooky Sleepover With Helena Bonham Carter

“Viola’s Room,” a transporting gothic mystery at the Shed, is the latest immersive work from Punchdrunk, the company behind “Sleep No More.”

Mariska Hargitay Comes to Terms With a Lifetime of Family Secrets

In a new documentary made by the “Law & Order: SVU” star, she examines her own clouded origins and the mother she barely knew: Jayne Mansfield.

Trying to Satisfy Trump, NATO Is Running Into Difficulties

A plan to increase military spending at the level President Trump wants is becoming clearer, as are its shortcomings.

Can A.I. Quicken the Pace of Math Discovery?

Breakthroughs in pure mathematics can take decades. A new Defense Department initiative aims to speed things up using artificial intelligence.

Homes for Sale in Connecticut and New York

This week’s properties are five-bedroom in Stamford and a four-bedroom in East Marion.

36 Hours on the Outer Banks, N.C.

A series of barrier islands along North Carolina’s coast, the Outer Banks offer hang gliding, wild horse tours and fresh seafood.

Who’s More Likely to D.I.Y.?

Age and income have a large influence on the decision to hire professionals for home repair and renovation, according to a recent study.

How Do You Adapt James Baldwin? Very Carefully.

His works have been slow to come to stage and screen. But a new production of the novel “Giovanni’s Room” shows how rewarding it can be when done right.

‘The Queen of My Dreams’ Review: From Karachi to Toronto

Fawzia Mirza’s amiable feature debut traces the lives of a mother and her daughter in two coming-of-age tales.

‘Familiar Touch’ Review: Living With Dementia

In this empathetic debut feature, Kathleen Chalfant plays Ruth, a woman who moves into an assisted living facility and adapts to her new life.

‘Everything’s Going to Be Great’ Review: Show People

A theater family sorts out its offstage drama in a coming-of-age movie starring Bryan Cranston and Allison Janney.

‘Bride Hard’ Review: Taking on Baddies at Her Best Friend’s Wedding

Rebel Wilson gamely plays the role of secret agent and bridesmaid in this action-thriller mixed with a rom-com.

A Zombie Apocalypse Infected by Brexit, the Manosphere and Trump

“28 Years Later” leaps forward through time — into a world that has changed in worrisome parallel to ours.

The Sparkle of Separateness: Circling Sardinia by Car

A photographer’s road trip traced the coastal cliffs around the Mediterranean island, a world apart from mainland Italy. Here’s what she saw.

Watching South Korean TV Won’t Make You Want to Have a Baby

South Korea’s population is in a tailspin. The country’s most popular dramas are trying to tell you why.

My Future Sister-in-Law Just Got Divorced. How Can I Disinvite Her to My Wedding?

Ask the Therapist columnist Lori Gottlieb advises a reader whose close friend is no longer welcome at her nuptials.

Extremely Small and Incredibly Tight: The Bandage Dress Makes a Comeback

Why the signature style of supermodels is once again in the spotlight.

Can Menopause Be Funny?

These “Baroness von Sketch” alums think so, making it the main character in their new comedy.

This Is Ground Zero in Trump’s Trade War

The nation’s largest ports, in Los Angeles County, are a bellwether for the economy. They are being whipsawed as President Trump reorders global trade.

Enslaved Black Children Were Educated Here. Now the Public Can Learn the History.

Beginning on Juneteenth, a restored Virginia schoolhouse where enslaved and free Black students were taught to read is on view in Colonial Williamsburg.

China Unleashes Hackers Against Its Friend Russia, Seeking War Secrets

Since the war in Ukraine began, analysts have monitored a series of intrusions aimed at stealing information about weaponry and warfighting.

New York Shows That When Democrats Don’t Pass the Torch, Voters Get Fed Up

Without the ex-governor in the race, a consensus-building nominee might have arisen. Instead, a sizable portion of the party is fed up.

Julia Margaret Cameron, Portraitist Who Broke the Rules

Starting her career at 48, she bent a new art form to challenge the conventions of studio photography.

Looking for Men’s Clothes in New York? Start on Orchard Street.

Whether you’re seeking an earth-tone T-shirt or a custom suit, Manhattan’s Lower East Side now offers a concentration of stylish stores.

They’re Over 80. You Can Find Them in the Club.

A group of Brussels retirement-home residents grooved to electronic music late one night as part of a program to fight loneliness among seniors.

How the L.A. Port got hit by Trump’s Tariffs

New York Times reporter Ana Swanson reports from the Los Angeles Port, the largest port in the Western Hemisphere as well as the place that first saw the signs of Trump’s tariff war. The Port of Los Angeles is significant because of our trade relationship with China in particular, which is why The Trump administration’s 145% tariffs on the country resulted in lower volume at the port. Ana Swanson explains what the port illustrates about U.S. trade and how what’s felt at the Port of Los Angeles will soon be felt by U.S. consumers.

In Deep Red Iowa, Ukrainians Found Home and Community. Now Their Fate Is in Limbo.

The Trump administration suspended a temporary humanitarian program for Ukrainians. Now many are losing their ability to work, and fear deportation.

The Cult Classic That Expanded What African Literature Could Be

With folk traditions and sui generis prose, Amos Tutuola enthralled readers with his magic realist novel “The Palm-Wine Drinkard.”

Jasmine Guillory’s Favorite Fake Dating Romance Novels

Feigned love leads to real connections in these funny, joyful and deeply romantic books.

Stephen Fry Knows He’s Become a Middle-Aged Cliché

“I try to fight this lamentable tendency,” he says, but now reads more nonfiction than fiction. “Odyssey” is the fourth in his series on Greek mythology.

When van Gogh Fled South, This Family Gave Him Purpose

An exhibition in Boston celebrates the little known Roulins of Arles, a family that tempered the artist’s depressions and sat for indelible portraits.

How the Transgender Rights Movement Bet on the Supreme Court and Lost

The inside story of the case that could set the movement back a generation.

Kung Fu’s Kinetic Action Meets the Beautiful Game

With martial arts trickery and action sensibilities, Rematch reinvents soccer video games as an exhilarating bulletless shooter.

An Illustrated Guide to Inflammation

The buzzy term gets blamed for many diseases. But it isn’t all bad.

Here’s the latest.

Funeral Held for Loved One Lost in Air India Crash

A cremation ceremony was held for Kinal Mistry, a victim of the Air India crash who hailed from a community that took pride in those who went abroad. Her family said she was someone who would “fulfill everyone’s dreams.”

SpaceX Starship Rocket Explodes Before Test

The Starship experienced a “major anomaly” before starting its 10th flight test. Elon Musk’s giant moon and Mars rocket has a mixed record of success.

Iranian Missile Hits Hospital in Southern Israel

The strike highlighted the risks to civilians in Israel and Iran after days of fighting between the two nations.

Now a Tropical Storm, Erick Moves Inland After Making Landfall in Mexico

The storm had been a Category 4 hurricane as it bore down from the eastern Pacific toward Mexico. The authorities ordered evacuations in Oaxaca and Guerrero.

Seth Meyers Wishes Tucker Carlson and Ted Cruz Could Both Lose

The clash of conservative titans had Meyers feeling like a Roman emperor: “I just want someone to feed me grapes while I say, ‘Let them fight.’”

Brad Lander Tried to Escort Immigrants Facing Arrest. He’s Not Alone.

A growing army of volunteers has mustered at immigration courts during a month-old campaign to detain people showing up for routine hearings.

Mamdani’s Comment on ‘Intifada’ Motto Fuels Tension in Mayor’s Race

Andrew Cuomo, a leading candidate for mayor, criticized Zohran Mamdani’s discussion of the phrase “globalize the intifada,” and Mr. Mamdani accused him of neglecting Muslim New Yorkers.

N.Y. Lawmakers Target Prison Reform and A.I. in Frantic End of Session

We take a closer look at five of the more than 600 bills passed in June by the State Legislature.

Misplaced Millions? Lost Life Savings? Tell Us.

A new personal finance column was inspired by head-scratching messages from Times readers.

New York Gears Up for Fight to Count 1.8 Million Noncitizens in Census

City leaders see threats from the Trump administration and Republican officials that could lead to undercounting immigrants and minority groups.

Spelling Bee Forum

Feeling stuck on today’s puzzle? We can help.

Palabra del día: ‘taciturn’

Esta palabra ha aparecido en 34 artículos en NYTimes.com en el último año. ¿Puedes usarla en una frase?

Word of the Day: taciturn

This word has appeared in 34 articles on NYTimes.com in the past year. Can you use it in a sentence?

A Progressive Future Depends on National Identity

Tough border policies aren’t just good politics. They’re progressive, as Britain’s Labour Party shows.

NATO Is Doing Just Fine, Thank You

Those who are declaring the NATO alliance dead should put aside their fatalism.

Thursday Briefing

The prospect of U.S. strikes in Iran.

Quietly, Pakistan Wages a Deadly Drone Campaign Inside Its Own Borders

As it strikes militants, the country’s security services are adopting a tactic that Pakistan once criticized the United States for using.

In a Passionate Composer’s First Opera, Sex Flirts With Death

Rebecca Saunders has collaborated with the artist Ed Atkins to create “Lash,” a work that hovers around themes of illness and intimacy.

Under China’s Threat, Taiwan Needs Its Own Power Sources More Than Ever

Taiwan, which makes most of the world’s advanced computer chips, relies almost entirely on imported energy.

Taiwan is tapping its own resources for power, including geothermal energy deep under the mountains.

Corrections: June 19, 2025

Corrections that appeared in print on Thursday, June 19, 2025.

Can You Choose an A.I. Model That Harms the Planet Less?

When it comes to artificial intelligence, more intensive computing uses more energy, producing more greenhouse gases.

Quote of the Day: Her Best Sellers Are Only Icing On the Cupcake

Quotation of the Day for Thursday, June 19, 2025

Iranians mostly lost internet access on the sixth day of Israeli strikes.

The shutdown appears to be the result of an internal decision rather than a consequence of an Israeli strike.

An Instruction for Answering

Hannah Slovut-Einertson wants us to change.

A hacking group steals at least $90 million from Iranian crypto exchange in cyberattack.

An Iran Strategy for Trump

First, destroy Fordo. Then make the mullahs an offer they can’t refuse.

Un reportero es detenido por el ICE tras informar sobre una protesta contra la política de inmigración

El periodista, Mario Guevara, es originario de El Salvador y lleva más de 20 años en Estados Unidos, según sus abogados.

Trump, Iran and the Specter of Iraq: ‘We Bought All the Happy Talk’

President Trump is pondering swift military action in Iran. There were similar expectations that the war in Iraq would be quick and triumphant.

For Tennessee’s Transgender Families, the Court Ruling Was Bitter, but Expected

The state has been a leader in the rollback of L.G.B.T.Q. rights.

My Daughter Was at the Center of the Supreme Court Case on Trans Care. Our Hearts Are Broken.

As parents, we know better than state officials what our child needs.

U.S. to Review Social Media Posts of Student and Scholar Visa Applicants

The State Department is restarting the processing of visa applications from students and visiting scholars, but is screening for “hostility” toward the United States.

Ex-Yankee Is Awarded About $500,000 in Damages for Moldy Greenwich Mansion

Josh Donaldson, a former American League Most Valuable Player with Toronto, sued his former landlord over the conditions at his $55,000-a-month rental property.

The MAGA Fight Over the Iran Fight

As President Trump ponders involving the United States in Israel’s attacks on Iran, the G.O.P. faces a thorny question: What does “America first” really mean?

If the U.S. joins Israeli attacks, Iran will retaliate ‘wherever we find the targets,’ an official says.

Obama reaparece y advierte de peligros para la democracia estadounidense

Ante un grupo cívico en Hartford, Connecticut, el expresidente emitió críticas veladas y reflexiones durante un período tumultuoso para el país.

Go Ahead, Have a ‘Fridge Cigarette’

The click of the can, the sound of the bubbles: The internet is reframing the humble soda as an indulgent escape.

Justice Dept. to Cut Two-Thirds of Inspectors Monitoring Gun Sales

The move is part of the Trump administration’s effort to defang and downsize the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives.

Así lucían los denisovanos, parientes misteriosos y antiguos de la humanidad

Quince años después del descubrimiento de un nuevo tipo de humano, los científicos hallaron su ADN en un cráneo fosilizado. ¿La clave? La placa dental.

Israeli Strikes Kill Civilians Across Iran

Israel has said it does not target Iranian civilians, but hundreds have died in the violence, among them a poet and her family, an equestrian and a graphic designer.

Social Security’s Finances Erode Further, Risking Benefit Cuts

The nation’s key program for retiree benefits continues to see financing shortfalls. Unless Congress acts, those drops could lead to payment cuts in eight years.

How ‘Jaws’ Made a Template for the Modern Blockbuster

Much more than a mere creature feature, “Jaws” created a playbook that filmmakers have followed closely for 50 years.

For Food Network Fans, Anne Burrell Was the Fun-Loving Aunt

The chef, who died Tuesday, built her stardom on a big, down-to-earth personality in which viewers could see themselves.

Gary England, Star Meteorologist in Tornado Alley, Dies at 85

Working for a TV station in Oklahoma City, he was known for using high-tech tools to give early warnings of tornadoes in the central U.S.

Tehran is about as densely populated as New York City.

Recent evacuation warnings from Israel affect hundreds of thousands of the capital’s residents.

Trump Says He Has Not Made a Final Decision on Iran Strikes

President Trump said that he might or might not send U.S. forces to attack Iran’s nuclear sites. Iran’s supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, rejected Mr. Trump’s demand for an “unconditional surrender” and rebuffed his threats.

Democrats’ Wary Response to Transgender Ruling Shows the Party’s Retreat

While some in the party denounced the Supreme Court’s decision, other top leaders remained quiet, underscoring the party’s discomfort on the issue.

U.S. Strike on Iran Would Bring Risks at Every Turn

The largest perils may lie in the aftermath, many experts say, just as they did in Afghanistan and Iraq.

Iran Rejects Trump’s Call for ‘Surrender’ in War With Israel

President Trump did not rule out U.S. military intervention on behalf of Israel, saying, “Nobody knows what I’m going to do.”

Executives Get 3 Years in Prison for Failing to Report Defective Dehumidifiers

The two California men were sentenced for continuing to sell the fire-prone dehumidifiers.

Trump Travel Restrictions Bar Residents Needed at U.S. Hospitals

Limits on travel and visa appointments have delayed or prevented foreign doctors from entering the country for jobs set to begin in weeks.

The Supreme Court Upheld a State Ban on Transgender Care for Minors

Also, Trump’s cryptic Iran comments fueled fears of a wider war. Here’s the latest at the end of Wednesday.

Iran is open to talks with the U.S., a senior diplomat says, even as the supreme leader rejects the idea.

Thursday Briefing: Trump’s Indecision on Iran

Plus, Studio Ghibliesque video games.

This Problem Is Easy to Solve

Global malnutrition risks getting worse because of Trump’s cuts in humanitarian aid, and here are the effects.

New Report Highlights Air Traffic Control Staffing Woes

While faulting some towers for inefficient practices, the report recognized significant external factors and called on Congress to help address the problem.

Alex Soros y Huma Abedin comparten su historia de amor y su boda

Hizo falta que conversaran en una fiesta de 2023 (además de un mensaje sin respuesta, una cadena de mensajes de texto, muchos más mensajes y llamadas telefónicas y el Foro de Doha) para que quedaran en ir a cenar.

Iran Crisis Overshadowed as Senators Squabble at Hearing

A hearing featuring Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth exposed a major divide over the dangers of using U.S. troops domestically.

State Dept. Says It Is Working to Get Americans Out of Israel

As fighting between Iran and Israel continued for a sixth day, the U.S. Embassy in Jerusalem made its first announcement for Americans trying to leave Israel.

Geothermal accounts for less than 1 percent of Taiwan’s energy supply. The government has said that within three decades, it will make up 15 percent of it.

Testing a soil sample at a geothermal facility.

America Must Not Rush Into a War Against Iran

The decision to declare war rests with Congress alone.

Vicki Goldberg Dies at 88; Saw Photography Through a Literary Lens

An influential photography critic, she wrote essays, newspaper columns and books, including a notable biography of the photojournalist Margaret Bourke-White.

Trump Suggests He May Withhold California Disaster Aid Over His Feud With Newsom

President Trump and Gov. Gavin Newsom have traded sharp insults in recent days as California awaits billions of dollars in federal wildfire relief.

El huracán Erick va camino a las costas de México, ya con categoría 3

“Si están en zonas bajas cerca de ríos, cerca de cauces, es mejor que vayan a los refugios”, advirtió a la población la presidenta Claudia Sheinbaum.

The Fed Isn’t Calling It ‘Stagflation,’ but the Risks Are Rising

President Trump’s trade war is likely to lead to higher prices and slower growth, a challenging combination for the Fed. War in the Middle East could make the job harder still.

Before Iran’s internet was throttled, one resident described a ‘deserted’ Tehran.

Key takeaways from today’s Fed meeting and Powell’s news conference

New Owner for High Times Magazine Bets on a Counterculture Comeback

The anti-establishment magazine, which was taken over by a private equity firm in 2017, was purchased this week by an avid fan and reader for $3.5 million.

After His ICE Arrest, Brad Lander Has the Spotlight. Is It Too Late?

Brad Lander received widespread support after his arrest on Tuesday, but it’s unclear how it will affect his third-place campaign for mayor of New York City.

Hurricane Erick Nears Mexico’s Southern Coast as Category 3 Storm

“If you are in low-lying areas, near rivers, near waterways, it is best for you to go to shelters,” President Claudia Sheinbaum said.

The Court Upheld a State Ban on Transgender Care for Minors. Here’s What We Know.

The decision to uphold the Tennessee law will most likely mean a patchwork of laws throughout the country, a map that traces current political polarization.

What to know about the Fed’s decision.

U.S. lawmakers say Gulf Arab leaders want Iran’s nuclear program to end, but preferably not by force.

Karen Read Found Not Guilty of Murder in Boyfriend’s Death Outside Boston

A jury cleared Ms. Read of charges related to the 2022 death of John O’Keefe, a Boston police officer, and convicted her only of drunken driving, in a trial that attracted wide attention.

Andrea Lucas Defends E.E.O.C. Record Under Trump at Senate Hearing

Ms. Lucas, the acting chair of the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, is seeking Senate approval to renew her role as commissioner, which is a requirement for her leadership post.

Stanley Nelson, Journalist Who Investigated Klan Murders, Dies at 69

Born and raised in Louisiana, he investigated unresolved civil-rights-era killings in the Deep South. His reporting on one of those cases made him a Pulitzer Prize finalist.

‘I Think He Is About to Destroy Vaccines in This Country’

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is destroying the public trust.

In ‘Fight Back,’ the Audience Learns to Act Up

This immersive theater experiment enlists attendees to help recreate an AIDS activist meeting from 1989 as an exercise in empathy.

There are about 40,000 U.S. troops in the Middle East.

Regulators Approve a Twice-Yearly Shot to Prevent H.I.V. Infection

The drug could change the course of the AIDS epidemic. But the Trump administration has gutted the programs that might have paid for it in low-income countries.

Tiny Love Stories: ‘He Greeted Me With the Same Loving Hug’

Modern Love in miniature, featuring reader-submitted stories of no more than 100 words.

Los mejores programas de televisión de 2025 hasta ahora

El retorno de éxitos como “Severance” y “The White Lotus” ha dado mucho de que hablar, pero ¿cuál de ellos está en nuestra lista de lo mejor de la televisión?

The D.N.C. Is in Chaos and Desperate for Cash

Under its new leader, Ken Martin, the Democratic National Committee has been plagued by infighting and a drop in big donations, raising alarms from Democrats as they try to win back power.

Despite danger from Iran’s deadly missile fire, Israeli morale appears high.

Dan Storper, Evangelist of World Music, Dies at 74

His record label, Putumayo, gathered sounds from around the globe and pushed them into the mainstream, selling 35 million compilation CDs worldwide.

Reporter Is Detained by ICE After Reporting on Immigration Protest

Mario Guevara, a Spanish-language reporter originally from El Salvador, was arrested while covering a “No Kings” protest outside Atlanta on Saturday, his lawyers said.

Trump’s Base in Uproar Over His Openness to Joining Iran Fight

The president’s supporters are warring over two dueling campaign promises: to steer clear of foreign wars and to prevent Iran from acquiring a nuclear weapon.

If You Were Given the Chance to Save a Life, Wouldn’t You?

We are honoring the Top 10 winners of our Student Open Letter Contest by publishing their entries. This one is by Vaishnavi Ravindranath, age 17.

We Need to Chat(GPT)

We are honoring the Top 10 winners of our Student Open Letter Contest by publishing their entries. This one is by Olivia Han, age 16.

The Winners of Our Second Annual Open Letter Contest

This year’s winning letters — chosen from nearly 10,000 entries — on ChatGPT, class participation, American history, and more.

The Last Time Supreme Court Considered Trans Rights, It Protected Them

In 2020, the justices ruled 6-3 that gay and transgender workers were shielded from employment discrimination nationwide.

How Dr. Phil and a Top Adams Aide Helped Ease ICE’s Path Into New York

Kaz Daughtry, a freewheeling deputy mayor, has emerged as a crucial ally for the Trump administration and its border czar. So has Dr. Phil.

No One Answers When Lawmakers From Illinois Knock on ICE’s Door

Four Democratic members of Congress tried in vain to enter an immigration processing facility near Chicago.

The Supreme Court’s Decision on Transgender Care for Minors, Annotated

The Supreme Court upholds Tennessee’s ban on transgender care for minors.

‘Any Illegal Immigrants?’ Trump Quizzes Workers at the White House.

President Trump decided to check the immigration status of a work crew installing a new flagpole at the White House.

27 States Have Restricted Gender-Transition Treatments for Minors Since 2021

Transgender minors and their parents, guardians and doctors have challenged bans in 19 states, with mixed results.

David Lynch’s Director’s Chair Sells for $70,000 at Los Angeles Auction

The sale of more than 400 items, including unfinished screenplays for “Ronnie Rocket” and a 35-millimeter print of “Eraserhead,” brought in an estimated $4.25 million.

Michelle Williams to Star in O’Neill Play on Brooklyn Waterfront

The actress will lead a revival of “Anna Christie” at St. Ann’s Warehouse, directed by her husband, Thomas Kail, and co-starring Mike Faist.

Investors have seemingly shrugged off trade tensions and geopolitical turmoil.