King Charles III Will Host Trump for U.K. State Visit in September

Buckingham Palace confirmed the dates of President Trump’s trip to Britain, which will be his second state visit.

Excerpts From The Times’s Interview With Biden on Clemency Decisions

The former president said he “made every single one of those” decisions and that Republicans were questioning them because “they’ve done so badly” and wanted to shift the focus.

Biden Says He Made the Clemency Decisions That Were Recorded With Autopen

Donald J. Trump and his allies have begun investigations to support their claims that Joseph R. Biden Jr. was incapacitated and his staff conspired to take presidential actions in his name.

Grief and Prayer at Texas Churches: ‘Lord, Turn Off the Floodgates’

At services in the stricken Hill Country and elsewhere, ministers spoke Sunday morning about sorrow and solace, community and hope, as more rain beat down.

Muhammadu Buhari, Nigeria’s Former President, Dies at 82

A former military strongman, he won one democratic election in 2015, and another in 2019, but struggled to make good on promises to tackle corruption and terrorism.

‘Goodness, I Can’t Do That’

If you are just starting to solve crosswords, don’t be dis-tressed. Christina Iverson’s puzzle is a great grid to start with.

Monday Briefing: America’s Brain Drain and the World

Plus, Jannik Sinner wins Wimbledon.

Noem Defends FEMA Response to Texas Floods

The homeland security secretary said a report that thousands of calls to a disaster hotline went unanswered because of staffing cuts was “false.”

Ex-Secret Service Director Denies She Failed to Send Agents to Protect Trump

Kimberly A. Cheatle, who resigned after Donald J. Trump was grazed by a bullet as a candidate a year ago, pushed back against findings in a Senate report released on Sunday.

Una disputa sobre la gestión del caso Epstein estalla en público

Se dice que una furiosa fiscala general se enfrentó al subdirector del FBI en una tensa reunión en la Casa Blanca a principios de semana.

Macron, Saying Freedom Has Never Been So Threatened, Boosts Military Spending

“You have to be feared in this world,” President Emmanuel Macron said, preparing France for an era in which it may no longer be able to count on the U.S.

Tracking Tropical Storm Nari

See the likely path and wind arrival times for Nari

La FEMA no respondió a miles de llamadas tras inundaciones en Texas

Dos días después de las mortales inundaciones, la agencia tuvo problemas con su línea de asistencia por desastre, según documentos revisados por The New York Times.

Samuel Abt, Tour de France Writer for 30 Years, Dies at 91

He wrote about the elite cycling race for The New York Times and The International Herald Tribune. He said he was smitten by the Tour from the first day.

South African President Opens Corruption Inquiry of Police Leader

The police minister was suspended amid allegations that he had protected figures with ties to a criminal syndicate, adding pressure on the country’s embattled government.

Children Killed in Israeli Strike on Water Point in Gaza, Officials Say

The Israeli military said that a “technical error” had caused a munition — intended for an Islamic Jihad militant — to land dozens of meters from its target.

2 Dead and State Trooper Is Wounded in Kentucky Shootings, Officials Say

The episodes, which left the shooter dead, started with a traffic stop near an airport and ended at a church in Lexington, Ky., where four people were shot, the authorities said.

Los aliados de EE. UU. buscan relaciones comerciales más confiables y continúan alejándose

Mientras el presidente Trump amenaza con imponer fuertes aranceles a muchos países, la Unión Europea trabaja para relajar las barreras comerciales y profundizar sus relaciones económicas.

Rare Pokémon Cards Worth More Than $100,000 Stolen From Shop

A burglar used a hammer to smash open the door of a Massachusetts shop and stole rare Pokémon cards and vintage box sets, a store owner said.

The NATO leader will meet with Trump and other top officials in Washington this week.

¿Un ‘cóctel de cortisol’ puede ayudarte a aliviar el estrés?

Una bebida hecha de jugo de fruta, agua de coco y sal está de moda en internet, y los influentes dicen que ayuda a revertir una afección que denominan “fatiga suprarrenal”. Los expertos no opinan lo mismo.

‘Nazi Creek’ in Alaska Gets a New Name After More Than 70 Years

German soldiers never set foot on the speck of land at the far end of the Aleutian Islands during World War II, but the name persisted.

With $217 Million in Ticket Sales, ‘Superman’ Helps Save Warner Bros., Too

The film is the latest part of a startling turnaround for the studio, which has now released five consecutive hits.

Justice Department Drops Case Against Plastic Surgeon Over Fake Covid-19 Cards

Attorney General Pam Bondi said she had ordered the dismissal of charges against a Utah plastic surgeon accused of selling bogus vaccination cards for $50 each.

How Trump’s Latest Tariff Threat Risks Deeper Damage to Europe’s Economy

Economists had already downgraded growth for the European Union, and the new duties would hit industries there especially hard. Companies are looking for ways to blunt the impact.

Charles Reinhart, Who Helped Mainstream Modern Dance, Dies at 94

As the director of the American Dance Festival, he oversaw the growth of diverse dance traditions, both in the United States and abroad.

Get Some Halloumi and Get Griddlin’

The cheese gets crisp and browned (and deeply melty within), and plays beautifully with the corn and tomatoes in this five-star Melissa Clark recipe.

Is It Time to Stop Snubbing Your Right-Wing Family?

Ostracism might just hurt the ostracizer more than the ostracizee.

The Arguments for More (or Fewer) People

Readers discuss a guest essay about birthrates and the world’s population. Also: A citizens’ celebration for America’s 250th anniversary.

Heavy Rain Pounds Central Texas, Forcing a Halt to Search Efforts

Flood warnings were in effect in several areas, including ones that were devastated by the July 4 floods. By the afternoon, the rain had eased up in some parts, and some rescuers resumed their work.

Children Among at Least 10 Killed in Israeli Strike in Central Gaza, Officials Say

Israel’s military said a “technical error” had caused munition to land dozens of meters from its target. The victims were gathered near a water distribution point, health workers said.

40 Years After Live Aid, It’s Still Personal for Bob Geldof

The rock star-turned-activist reflects on the 1985 benefit concert and why it could not happen now.

What Is a D.O.?

We explain how to pick a doctor.

France Announces Agreement to Give New Caledonia More Autonomy

There were violent protests against French rule in the semiautonomous Pacific territory last year. The agreement would create a new state within the French Republic.

MAGA Is Tearing Itself Apart Over Jeffrey Epstein

What happens when Trump becomes the “deep state”?

Wordle Review No. 1,486

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Connections Companion No. 764

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My Friends Are Immortal to Me

Immortality is easier to achieve than we might think.

Strands Sidekick No. 498

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American Allies Want to Redraw the World’s Trade Map, Minus the U.S.

Facing growing chaos, the European Union and numerous other countries are seeking to forge a global trading nexus that is less vulnerable to American tariffs.

La ciencia explica por qué te desanimas (y cómo puedes evitarlo)

Conseguir cosas difíciles y experimentar alegría en el proceso pueden ir de la mano, especialmente cuando trabajamos juntos.

What to Know About the Secret Service, a Year After It Failed to Protect Trump

The agency withstood criticism and a reckoning after a lone assassin grazed Donald J. Trump on the campaign trail. Today, recruiting is up.

Tariffs on Brazil Could Leave Coffee Drinkers With a Headache

Trump’s pledge to place a 50 percent tariff on all imports from the South American nation will drive up the prices of coffee — and orange juice.

Under Attack by Trump’s Tariffs, Asian Countries Seek Out Better Friends

Most nations are still negotiating in hopes of avoiding punitive import taxes. At the same time, they’re looking for trading partners as a way around the United States.

‘We’re Going to Rebuild.’ A Hard-Hit Texas Town Looks to the Future.

Hunt, Texas, a small town where the north and south forks of the Guadalupe River meet, is grieving the July 4 flood. But even as the search for the missing continues, rebuilding has begun.

Trump Administration Poised to Ramp Up Deportations to Distant Countries

Eight men sent by the United States to South Sudan could presage a new approach to Trump-era deportations, even as critics say the practice could amount to “enforced disappearance.”

How Trump’s crackdown on universities is affecting the world

Mr. Trump’s ideological war on universities is putting students, professors and scientists under pressure. That could undermine the global dominance that American science has enjoyed for decades.

Why Trump’s Abraham Accords Have Not Meant Mideast Peace

The 2020 agreements addressed diplomacy and commerce, not conflicts or the Palestinians. Predictions that the deals would produce regional peace were baseless, analysts say.

Trump Is Gutting Weather Science and Reducing Disaster Response

As a warming planet delivers more extreme weather, experts warn that the Trump administration is dismantling the government’s disaster capabilities.

How the Democrats Lost on Transgender Issues

Charles Homans, a New York Times reporter who covers national politics, describes how the Democrats’ dilemma with transgender issues reflects their broader struggles after losses in 2024.

Democrats Lost Voters on Transgender Rights. Winning Them Back Won’t Be Easy.

The party’s vanguard position got ahead of voters in 2024, and the internal debate now underway reveals an uncertainty on how to adapt.

He Claims He’s the ‘Sports Betting King.’ What Are the Odds?

Mazi VS has become a major influencer by flaunting his expensive lifestyle and his big-winning wagers. Other gamblers say he can’t be what he seems.

Are We Seeing the Outlines of a New Middle East?

Iran’s designs have defined the region for decades. With the country weakened, the puzzle is what comes next.

When Streaming Won’t Cut It and You Need the DVD

Streaming is dominant for movies and TV shows. But some fans still insist on physical media.

From Science to Diversity, Trump Hits the Reverse Button on Decades of Change

President Trump has moved aggressively to reopen long-settled issues and to dismantle long-established institutions as he tries to return to what he considers better times.

The Future of Weather Prediction Is Here. Maybe.

Thanks to A.I., companies like WindBorne hope to usher in a golden age of forecasting. But they rely in part on government data — and the agency that provides it is in turmoil.

How Are the Summer Interns Making It Work?

A new crop of young people are in New York and ready to “hustle” in all kinds of fields that will have them.

In Canada’s Northern Outposts, Rusting Relics Once Guarded Against Nuclear War

Strings of radars stretching across Canada were built to give early warnings of Soviet bombers coming over the Arctic. The region now faces a new era of militarization.

Drones Are Key to Winning Wars Now. The U.S. Makes Hardly Any.

A four-day test in the Alaska wilderness shows how far the U.S. military and American drone companies lag behind China in the technology.

Move Over, Mario. This Cow Is Nintendo’s New Star.

Charmed by the introduction of a cow racer for the new Mario Kart World game, fans have made her the focus of videos that are surfacing in people’s Instagram and TikTok feeds.

A Spicy Heist Story for the Student Loan Era

Kashana Cauley’s novel “The Payback” imagines a world where the Debt Police are real, and they’re into reiki.

Factories Were Pushed Out of Cities. Their Return Could Revive Downtowns.

Changes in zoning rules have allowed small manufacturers to return to the districts and neighborhoods they began leaving a century ago.

So Your Doctor Is a D.O. Does That Matter?

The number of osteopathic doctors has increased dramatically. People still don’t know what they are.

A Reality Star’s Path From Villain to Unlikely Voice of Reason

Kristen Doute made her share of enemies on “Vanderpump Rules,” but as “The Valley” finishes its second season, she has seemingly reinvented herself.

For Families of Air India Crash Victims, Report Brings No Closure

A preliminary assessment in last month’s disaster focusing on fuel being cut to both engines only deepened the mystery for people grieving loved ones.

¿A qué trabajadores perjudicará más la IA?

En medio de los despidos en Microsoft y otras grandes empresas tecnológicas, los expertos debaten qué empleados tienen más probabilidades de salvarse, si los jóvenes o los experimentados.

El delicioso tesoro de los mangos maduros y algunas recetas para saborearlos

Deja que las recetas de Yewande Komolafe —de una tarta de mango, una ensalada de tomate y mango y un sabroso condimento picante— prolonguen lo mejor del año.

El negocio de este panadero podría no sobrevivir a los caóticos aranceles de Trump

Para millones de pequeñas empresas que dependen de importaciones, como una de masa madre en Carolina del Norte, las únicas opciones parecen ser pagar un impuesto caro ahora, o esperar alguna una mejora.

New York City Set to Expand Minimum Pay Law for Delivery Workers

The City Council is expected to pass a package of bills to include nearly 20,000 grocery delivery workers in legislation that improved working conditions for food delivery workers.

Climate Law Could Shape the Race for New York City’s Next Mayor

Zohran Mamdani, the Democratic nominee, has vowed to strictly enforce the measure, Local Law 97, which calls for potentially expensive upgrades to buildings to curb greenhouse emissions.

El resurgimiento de ‘Sex and the City’ tiene un ingrediente secreto: el desprecio

La secuela de la serie, ahora en su tercera temporada, somete a sus queridos personajes a un desfile de humillaciones. Es extrañamente cautivador.

‘I Noticed a Building Handyman Washing Down the Sidewalk’

Cleaning up on the go, spotting dropped cash in Brooklyn and more reader tales of New York City in this week’s Metropolitan Diary.

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La prohibición de la ciudadanía por nacimiento tiene un nuevo obstáculo: demandas colectivas

En la decisión del mes pasado que limita los mandatos judiciales universales, el tribunal pareció invitar a los tribunales inferiores a utilizar las demandas colectivas.

‘He’s Nuts, Your Trump.’ Canada Unites Against America.

America’s growing discord with Canada exemplifies the extraordinary damage President Trump is wreaking on the United States’ standing in the world.

Modi Wants More Indians to Speak Hindi. Some States Are Shouting ‘No.’

States worry that the imposition of Hindi, the main language of northern India, would wipe out their cultural heritage.

Quote of the Day: Corpses and Carcasses in the Fields of Kursk

Quotation of the Day for Sunday, July 13, 2025

Corrections: July 13, 2025

Corrections that appeared in print on Sunday, July 13, 2025.

Texans Offer a Hand and Open Their Hearts as Flood Death Toll Grows

Mourners paid tribute at funerals and memorial services on Saturday as the number of fatalities rose to nearly 130.

Trump Pleads With Followers to Back Bondi in Dispute Over Epstein Inquiry

In a long social media post, President Trump praised Attorney General Pam Bondi and told his followers to “not waste Time and Energy” on the Jeffrey Epstein case.

Tunnel Vision

You’ll need all of your powers of perception to get through Brandon Koppy’s latest Sunday puzzle.

Grand Canyon Lodge and Multiple Other Structures Are Destroyed by Wildfires

Two wildfires have consumed more than 45,000 acres and destroyed as many as 80 structures in the Grand Canyon.

Trump’s 30 percent tariff threat provokes anger and frustration in Europe.

The latest threatened tariffs apparently do not apply to cars.

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Mexico has taken steps to curb drug trade and illegal migration. Trump says it’s not enough.

Andrew Kassoy, 55, Dies; Saw Capitalism as a Force for Social Good

He was a founder of B Lab, a nonprofit network whose lofty mission is “transforming the global economy to benefit all people, communities and the planet.”

Rubio Visits Asia in Shadow of Trump’s Tariffs

Marco Rubio made his first visit to Asia as secretary of state. Edward Wong, a diplomatic correspondent for The New York Times, reports from Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, to explain how President Trump’s tariffs have upset U.S. trading partners.

FEMA Approved Removal of Many Camp Mystic Buildings From Flood Zones

Camp Mystic owners successfully appealed to the Federal Emergency Management Agency to redesignate some buildings that had been considered part of a flood-hazard zone.

Trump Administration Fires More D.O.J. Employees Who Worked for Special Counsel

The latest round of firings targets not just prosecutors but also support staff members who played a smaller role.

Carmakers brace for new tariffs in major manufacturing hubs.

Arizona Resident Dies From Plague, Officials Say

The resident died from pneumonic plague, the first such death in Coconino County, Ariz., since 2007, the county said.

Trump cita el flujo de fentanilo al anunciar nuevos aranceles a México

En una carta dirigida a la presidenta de México, Claudia Sheinbaum, Trump dijo que México no estaba haciendo lo suficiente para frenar el flujo de fentanilo hacia Estados Unidos.

Trump threatens to strip Rosie O’Donnell of U.S. citizenship.

The president called Ms. O’Donnell, who moved to Ireland a a “threat to humanity” and said she should stay in Ireland, where she moved to in January after Mr. Trump won a second term.

ICE Set to Vastly Expand Its Reach With New Funds

After the passage of President Trump’s domestic policy law, the Department of Homeland Security is poised to hire thousands of new immigration agents and double detention space.

Novak Djokovic, me equivoqué contigo

Nunca le dimos su merecido reconocimiento. Quizá el problema siempre fuimos nosotros.

After Months of Negotiations, Trump Imposes More Tariffs on Mexico

The tariffs are likely to inflame tensions with one of the largest U.S. trading partners.

Daniel Kleppner, Physicist Who Brought Precision to GPS, Dies at 92

He worked to develop an atomic clock that is essential to global positioning systems and helped confirm a rare state of matter predicted by Albert Einstein.

Grok Chatbot Mirrored X Users’ ‘Extremist Views’ in Antisemitic Posts, xAI Says

Elon Musk’s artificial intelligence company said its Grok chatbot had also undergone a code update that caused it to share antisemitic messages this week.

Texas Court Seals Records in Ken Paxton’s Divorce Case

The order meant details in the case, which involves allegations of adultery, would not be public as the Texas attorney general challenges Senator John Cornyn in the 2026 primary.

Two-Ingredient Mango Soft Serve

Everyone say, “Thank you, Hetty Lui McKinnon.”

Timeline Details Final Seconds of Crashed Air India Flight

Investigators released a preliminary account of the crash, describing how the plane struggled after its fuel supply was cut.

El duelo y las formas infinitas de navegarlo

Un pastelito, una caña de pescar y hasta un estornudo pueden activar tu memoria y recordarte al ser querido que extrañas.

Our Investigation of UnitedHealth Started With a Tip

A reporter was familiar with the insurance giant under scrutiny and the law firm known for its attack stance. Then one hired the other.

Bill Dilworth, Caretaker of ‘The New York Earth Room,’ Is Dead at 70

For decades, he tended a SoHo loft filled with dirt, made by the conceptual artist Walter De Maria. People made pilgrimages to see it — and Mr. Dilworth, its magnetic steward.

‘Is It Safe?’ As Parents Weigh Risks of Summer Camps, Owners Review Safety Measures.

Camp officials across the country said they had heard from worried parents after the Texas floods. As they try to reassure them, some camps are adding more safety procedures.

Two Palestinians Are Killed in a West Bank Clash With Israeli Settlers

Palestinian authorities and family members said Israeli settlers beat and killed a Palestinian-American man. Israel said the violence began when Palestinians threw stones at Israeli civilians.

Trump Threatens Steep Tariffs on Goods From E.U. and Mexico

Leaders from both economies had been trying to negotiate more favorable terms, only to have those efforts blown up by form letters.

Break Even at the Casino? You May Still Owe Taxes.

The new domestic policy law rewrites tax rules for the hundreds of billions of dollars Americans legally wager each year. A Nevada lawmaker has introduced a bill to overturn that provision.

2 Books for a Hot, Languid Summer

A classic coming-of-age novel; a cultural history of early America.

Elon Musk’s Revenge Campaign

Is the “America Party” a disruption or distraction for politics?

Who Is Winning the World War?

American foreign policy needs both a better long-term strategy and a lot of short-term Trumpian flexibility.

‘Egregious.’ Brazen.’ ‘Lawless.’ How 48 Judges Describe Trump’s Actions, in Their Own Words

Dozens of judges, appointed by presidents of both parties, have stood up to the administration’s lawlessness.

Stop Building in Floodplains

The floods will come no matter what kind of solutions we put forth.

Democrats Can Finally Stop Pandering to Farmers

There’s a silver lining to the so-called big, beautiful bill for Democrats.

Trump’s Cabinet of Incompetents

Putting talking heads in charge — not the best idea.

What the ‘Exhausted Majority’ Really Wants

It’s probably not Elon Musk’s new party.

Comfort Viewing

Rewatching old shows may seem like a waste of time, but a repeat viewing is rewarding in its own way.

A Beloved Canadian Chocolate Bar Disappears From the Market

Neilson Jersey Milk may be the latest victim of multinational food companies’ strategy of promoting their global brands over domestic ones.

Wordle Review No. 1,485

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The Guy I’m Dating Wants Us to Be Exclusive. Do I Have to Agree?

Pressure and trust issues made me skeptical of monogamy.

Connections Companion No. 763

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Strands Sidekick No. 497

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They Fled War in Ethiopia. Then American Bombs Found Them.

In April, U.S.-made bombs destroyed a detention facility that held Ethiopian migrants in Yemen, crushing bodies and shredding limbs. Amid official silence, the survivors are left wondering why.

The Grody-Patinkin Family Is a Mess. People Love It.

The couple, successful artists married for 45 years, reflect on their newfound TikTok fame.

La búsqueda de desaparecidos continúa tras las inundaciones en Texas

Voluntarios y profesionales de todo Estados Unidos y México siguen buscando en el difícil terreno a las víctimas de las inundaciones en Texas.

A Mother of Five Survived the Flood to Return to a Cabin in Ruins

Jacque White and her five children escaped the rising waters of the Guadalupe River just in time. Now they have to rebuild.

An Army of Searchers Combs the Banks of the Guadalupe for the Missing

Volunteers and professionals from around the country and Mexico are still searching the challenging terrain for victims of the Texas flood.

¿El pilates es político?

Un video en Instagram sobre la delgadez, la feminidad y el fascismo ha inspirado meses de debate en la comunidad del bienestar físico.

Around the World, Flash Flood Disasters Are the ‘Hardest Kind to Prevent’

Scholars and designers of early warning systems say that there are still huge gaps in our ability to predict flash floods and warn those at risk.

Denver Museum Finds a Dinosaur Fossil Under Its Parking Lot

The fossil, estimated to be about 70 million years old, was found during a drilling project.

Tariffs or Deals? Trump Seems Content With Punishing Levies.

The president’s supporters portray him as a top dealmaker. But, at least for now, far more trading partners have gotten stiff tariffs than trade deals.

Trump’s Birthright Citizenship Ban Faces New Peril: Class Actions

In last month’s decision limiting one judicial tool, universal injunctions, the court seemed to invite lower courts to use class actions as an alternative.

Parents and Graduate Students Have New Loan Limits. Who Will Fill the Gap?

The federal cap on the amounts people can borrow means some of them will fall short. That’s especially true for students in professional schools.

La despiadada ambición de Stephen Miller

El hombre más poderoso del ala oeste está consiguiendo lo que quiere. ¿Es Trump?

Is This a Talk Show or a Job Interview?

Plus, managing people twice your age.

David Corenswet Wants to Be a Superman You Can Count On

The actor has a man-out-of-time quality that makes him surprisingly like his character. But he is hyperaware of the present expectations riding on his performance.

Can You Stop People From Smoking Outside Your Building?

Various laws and regulations dictate where people can and can’t light up. Here’s how to make sure they’re enforced.

UnitedHealth’s Campaign to Quiet Critics

The company has invoked the murder of an executive last year to complain about coverage in news outlets, on streaming services and on social media.

How A.I. Is Transforming Wedding Planning

A.I. is enhancing a time-consuming and stressful process, providing couples and planners with event suggestions, budgeting and many other useful tools.

The Streaming Wars Come Down to 2: YouTube vs. Netflix

The two giant video companies have far different strategies, but the same goal: controlling your TV set.

How ‘Gay’ Became an Identity in Art

Two groundbreaking exhibitions in Chicago explore the shift in portrayals of same-sex attraction. They are being staged at a fraught moment.

Martha’s Vineyard Isn’t Just an Elite Summer Destination

In “Nothing More of This Land,” the journalist Joseph Lee, a member of the Aquinnah Wampanoag Nation, explores the island’s Indigenous history.

ICE Raids Scare Off L.A. Workers Rebuilding Fire-Torn Areas

Immigrant workers are central to recovery efforts in neighborhoods burned in the January wildfires, but recent raids have led some to stay home.

Would You Pay Nearly $9,000 for a Puzzle?

Some of the most devoted hobbyists are willing to shell out big bucks for what one called “a couture puzzle.”

You Saved and Saved for Retirement. Now You Need a Plan to Cash Out.

Most people enter retirement without any idea how to manage withdrawing their savings without running out of money. Here is what you need to know.

A Landscape of Death: What’s Left Where Ukraine Invaded Russia

When Ukraine turned a corner of Russia’s Kursk region into a battlefield, it set in motion some of the war’s fiercest fighting. Our photographer documented the aftermath.

8 Moves to Make Everyday Tasks Easier

Functional training mimics the movements you need for daily life. Here’s how to get started.

The Best Mafia Show, According to Morgan Spector of ‘The Gilded Age’

The actor, who plays a railroad magnate on HBO’s period drama, is into Russian war novels, “lefty” podcasts and his home gym.

The Harvard-Educated Linguist Breaking Down ‘Skibidi’ and ‘Rizz’

Adam Aleksic, who posts as Etymology Nerd on social media, argues in a new book that algorithms are reshaping the English language.

Así fue como Netanyahu prolongó la guerra en Gaza para mantenerse en el poder

Prolongar la guerra de Gaza ayudó al primer ministro israelí a evitar un ajuste de cuentas político. Estas son las conclusiones de la investigación del Times.

Spend an Hour in the Dark With Bats, Cats and Naked Mole Rats

The Bronx Zoo has reopened its World of Darkness exhibit after a 16-year hiatus.

¿Quieres entender a Rusia? Visita Dubái

La ciudad es un refugio clave para los ricos de Moscú, incluyendo al productor discográfico Iosif Prigozhin, quien insiste en que todavía quiere al presidente Vladimir Putin, a pesar de lo que pudieras haber oído.

How the Entrepreneur Behind Mini Croissant Cereal Juggles 2 Bakeries

Ashley Coiffard, who co-owns L’Appartement 4F, stays busy with long walks, staff meetings and FaceTime with friends.

El leñador vidente siempre tiene la razón

Mi amiga y yo nos enteramos de cómo sería nuestro futuro romántico por una fuente muy poco probable.

Tracking Devices Were Removed From N.Y.P.D. Vehicles at Chief’s Request

Federal prosecutors investigating Jeffrey Maddrey, who resigned over sexual abuse accusations, learned of the request during an investigation into overtime misuse in his office.

Spelling Bee Forum

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When It’s This Hot, ‘We Are Enduring, Not Living’

How one man gets by in the unbearable and inescapable heat of Pakistan’s biggest and most unlivable city.

How to Panic Italians? Jack Up the Price of Espresso.

Prices for coffee beans have risen, but in a country where coffee drinking is a ritual, customers demand cheap espresso. That has left coffee bars in a bind.

Corrections: July 12, 2025

Corrections that appeared in print on Saturday, July 12, 2025.

Quote of the Day: No, Chef! Cancellation Rallies Fans.

Quotation of the Day for Saturday, July 12, 2025.

Convention Challenger

You’ll need to put on your thinking cap to get through Katie Hoody’s stumper-filled puzzle.

Columbia and Trump Near a Deal, With School Possibly Paying Millions

In return, the White House would restore some of the more than $400 million in federal research funding it canceled, according to people familiar with ongoing discussions.

Google Hires A.I. Leaders From a Start-Up Courted by OpenAI

In a $2.4 billion deal, Google recruited the chief executive and a co-founder of Windsurf, which OpenAI had been in talks to buy, as the battle to dominate artificial intelligence escalates.

Judge Blocks Trump Administration Tactics in L.A. Immigration Raids

A federal judge temporarily halted the administration from making indiscriminate arrests based on race and denying detainees access to lawyers, in a lawsuit that could have national repercussions.

Nassau County Will Let Officers Wear Masks When Working With ICE

The Long Island county, which recently barred residents from wearing masks in many circumstances, will allow police officers to wear them during immigration enforcement and other actions.

Fed Defends Renovations as White House Widens Attacks on Central Bank

President Trump and his allies have accused the Federal Reserve chair, Jerome Powell, of misleading Congress in what some legal scholars worry is a prelude to seeking his removal.

Farmworker Dies on Saturday After Fleeing a Raid This Week in Southern California

During an immigration raid on Thursday, a worker fell from a greenhouse at a cannabis farm. A farmworkers union had initially said the worker died on Friday, but a lawyer for the family said the death occurred Saturday afternoon.

After Texas Disaster, Trump Shifts His Tone on FEMA

Earlier this year, President Trump suggested he wanted to shutter the agency. Now, he says his aides “fixed it up in no time.”

Heat Warnings Issued for Parts of Eastern Canada

Warnings were issued for southern Ontario and southwest Quebec as hot and humid weather is expected to linger through Thursday.

U.S. Subpoenas Governor Who Said He Would House Migrant at His Home

Federal prosecutors in New Jersey are investigating remarks that Gov. Philip D. Murphy, a Democrat, made in February.

Judge Orders Los Angeles Police to Stop Shooting Projectiles at Journalists

Los Angeles Police Department officers fired foam projectiles and flash-bang devices at reporters and photographers who were covering the immigration protests in June.

Man Had 14 Toucans Stashed in His Volkswagen Dashboard, U.S. Says

Carlos Abundez, 35, is facing federal smuggling charges after U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers made the discovery. The birds, a threatened species, were in stable condition.

FEMA Didn’t Answer Thousands of Calls From Flood Survivors, Documents Show

Two days after deadly Texas floods, the agency struggled to answer calls from survivors because of call center contracts that weren’t extended.

Evacuations and Lost Cabins: A Century of Floods at Camp Mystic

Within six years of opening, Camp Mystic was inundated with floodwaters. It was the first of many times.

When Silence Speaks Volumes

A New York Times investigative reporter explains how a problem he encountered while reporting reveals something important about the second Trump era.

2 Men Killed in Hit-and-Run on Brooklyn Street Known for Deadly Crashes

A Staten Island man was being held on charges that included manslaughter after speeding through a red light and mowing down the victims, the police said.

Mark Snow, Who Conjured the ‘X-Files’ Theme, Is Dead at 78

It took a misplaced elbow, a quirk of Los Angeles geography and some whistling from his wife to produce one of television’s most memorable melodies.

Support for Immigration Rebounds as Trump Cracks Down on It, Poll Finds

In a marked reversal from a year ago, more Americans now have positive views about immigration, and a record high believes it is good for the nation.

Read the Air India Crash Report

A preliminary assessment by the Indian authorities said fuel was cut off to both engines shortly before Air India Flight 171 crashed last month, appearing to rule out mechanical failure or design flaws.

Brian Clarke, Stained-Glass Innovator, Is Dead at 71

Believing that the art form had to move from religious to secular settings, he designed installations in airports, corporate buildings, a country club and a marketplace.

Man Falls to His Death Descending Mountain in Glacier National Park

The man fell from a steep, off-trail climbing route on the west side of Mount Gould, the authorities said.

Man Who Decapitated Father and Displayed Head on YouTube Gets Life in Prison

Justin Mohn, 33, of Levittown, Pa., was convicted on murder and terrorism charges in the 2024 killing of his father, Michael.

‘They Kept Coming’: Hundreds of Packages Pile Up Outside Woman’s Home

A year ago, misdirected Amazon returns began arriving at Karen Holton’s house in California. Eventually, she said, they were stacked so high that she could not easily use her door.

Energy Department to Gut Funding for Solar and Wind Projects

Stripping hundreds of millions of dollars from renewable energy and efficiency initiatives is part of a broader move to undo efforts to wean the United States off fossil fuels.

Schumer Urges Kennedy to Declare Public Health Emergency Over Measles

Senator Chuck Schumer urged the health secretary to declare an emergency to keep other regions from experiencing the “nightmare” seen in Texas.

Trump Visited Flood Sites in Texas

Also, Earth is spinning a bit faster. Here’s the latest at the end of Friday.

Sierra Club’s Executive Director Is on Leave After a Rocky Tenure

Ben Jealous, who joined the environmental group in 2023, has clashed with some employees and the organization’s union.

Physical Therapist Dies Inside Hyperbaric Chamber After It Catches Fire

Emergency personnel found the 43-year-old physical therapist dead inside the chamber at his Arizona health clinic, which offered oxygen therapy.

Fuel to Air India Plane Was Cut Off Before Deadly Crash, Report Says

A focus on the Boeing 787’s fuel switches in a preliminary assessment raised questions about the pilots’ actions, but much is still unknown about Flight 171.

Finding Beauty in My Sun-Baked Car

The heat is so clean and alive.

Russia Sees France as Its Main Enemy in Europe, French General Says

During a rare news conference on Friday, the head of the French military, Thierry Burkhard, said Russia remains a “lasting, close” threat.

Walmart Recalls Water Bottles After Lids ‘Forcefully Ejected’ and Impaired Vision

The lids on the 64-ounce stainless steel bottles can eject and strike consumers, two of whom reported permanent vision loss as a result, safety regulators said.

Flood Watch Issued for Kerr County, Texas, With Chance for Heavy Rain

The threat of heavy rain is “slight” for this weekend, but with the ground fully saturated in Kerr County, even small amounts of rainfall could cause flooding.

Ovidio Guzmán López, hijo del Chapo, se declara culpable por cargos de narcotráfico en Chicago

La declaración se produjo en un momento vulnerable para el Cártel de Sinaloa, la organización que el padre de Ovidio Guzmán López ayudó a fundar.

Camp Mystic Owners’ Legacy: ‘If You’re a Camper, You Know Who They Are’

For decades, Dick and Tweety Eastland presided over Camp Mystic with a kind of magisterial benevolence that alumni well past childhood still describe with awe.

David Gergen, Adviser to Presidents and Political Commentator, Dies at 83

He served under Nixon, Ford, Reagan and Clinton before becoming a top editor and a familiar TV pundit. “Centrism doesn’t mean splitting the difference,” he said.

Immigration Arrests in Los Angeles Spike Amid Aggressive Enforcement

Nearly 3,000 people have been arrested since the beginning of June, more than three times the number in previous months this year.

Son of El Chapo Pleads Guilty to Sweeping Drug Charges

The plea came at a vulnerable moment for the Sinaloa drug cartel, the organization Ovidio Guzmán López’s father helped found.

Rubio’s Cuts at State Department Demote Longtime U.S. Values

Secretary of State Marco Rubio insists he is streamlining a bloated department, but critics warn the cost to America’s standing and influence could be high.

Evidence Supports War Crimes Allegations in Darfur, I.C.C. Prosecutor Says

The International Criminal Court has “reasonable grounds to believe” war crimes and crimes against humanity were committed, the court’s deputy prosecutor said.

El chatbot de Musk empezó a proferir propaganda nazi. Esa no es la peor parte

La gente de X dice que no te preocupes, que ya lo están arreglando.

Fallout Over Handling of Epstein Case Erupts Into the Open

An irate attorney general is said to have confronted the deputy director of the F.B.I. at a tense White House meeting earlier in the week.

La Tierra gira más rápido y los días se acortan, por ahora

La velocidad de rotación del planeta nunca ha sido constante. Pero los datos del pasado reciente son bastante claros: la velocidad de giro de nuestro planeta ha aumentado este verano.

Sophie Elmhirst on the True Story of a Shipwrecked Couple

In her new book, “A Marriage at Sea,” the British journalist revisits an amazing account of disaster and survival from the early 1970s.

2 Arkansas Prison Workers Are Fired in Wake of Convicted Murderer’s Escape

The employees unwittingly helped Grant Hardin, a former police chief, walk out of a prison in May, dressed in a fake law enforcement uniform, officials said.

Can ‘Superman’ Fly Above Today’s Polarized Politics?

The director of the reboot, James Gunn, called the superhero from the planet Krypton “an immigrant,” thrusting the summer popcorn movie into an Earthbound culture war.

The F.C.C. Is Pressuring Companies to Drop D.E.I. It’s Succeeding, Too.

T-Mobile, seeking federal approval for two deals, is the latest company to drop its diversity programs amid scrutiny by the Federal Communications Commission.

Appeals Court Overturns Plea Deal in 9/11 Case

The court found that Defense Secretary Lloyd J. Austin III had the authority to invalidate a contract reached between the accused mastermind and a Pentagon official.

Novak Djokovic, I Was Wrong About You

We never really gave him his due. Maybe the problem was us.

Trump Says NATO Countries Will Buy Weapons to Give to Ukraine

If the plan is finalized, it would allow critical aid to flow to Ukraine as it endures one of Russia’s heaviest assaults of the war.

Rebekah Del Rio, Mournful Singer of ‘Mulholland Drive’ Fame, Dies at 57

Her pivotal role performing a Spanish-language cover of Roy Orbison’s “Crying” in the 2001 David Lynch movie raised her profile, but her career was marked by misfortune.

A Half Dozen Trump Officials Hold More Than One Big Job

President Trump has put top administration officials in charge of multiple federal agencies and offices — an approach that has little precedent.

Amanda Anisimova Tried a Normal Life. Now She’s in the Wimbledon Final.

The 23-year-old star could be the first American woman to win the tournament since 2016. A self-imposed sabbatical may have helped her get there.

Justin Bieber sorprende con ‘Swag’ y otras 10 canciones nuevas

También exploramos las nuevas producciones de Tyla, Kassa Overall e Indigo de Souza.

Los aranceles de Trump generan inestabilidad en el comercio mundial

Las cartas del presidente de EE. UU. que fueron divulgadas en redes sociales, y en las que se establecen los términos comerciales, han dejado a los socios del país preguntándose cuál será el siguiente paso.

Answer 4 Questions. Leave With Your Next Elin Hilderbrand Beach Read.

Whether you want a romance or family drama, she's written a book for you.

Judge Signals She Will Protect Abrego Garcia From Hasty Second Deportation

The judge, Paula Xinis, said some legal safeguard was needed because the Trump administration had already shown in this and other deportation cases that it could not be trusted.

Flashback: Your Weekly History Quiz, July 12, 2025

Can you sort 8 historical events?

Skydance Is in Early Talks to Acquire The Free Press

David Ellison, the founder of Skydance, and Bari Weiss, the co-founder of The Free Press, are attending the annual Allen & Co. conference in Sun Valley this week.

N.Y. County Settles With Woman Who Says the Police Removed Her Hijab

Suffolk County’s $225,000 settlement provides a striking counterpoint to the anti-sanctuary policies that have recently taken shape across Long Island.

After Texas Flooding, Two Brothers Search for Their Missing Parents

Luke and Robert Leroy Brake Jr. haven’t seen their parents since a deadly flood swept through their campsite on July 4. They spoke to The New York Times about what happened that day.

He Didn’t Find Love on ‘Love Island.’ He Founded a Book Club Instead.

Jeremiah Brown asked his 2 million TikTok followers what to do after being voted off the hit series. The answer has him, and his fans, reading “The Song of Achilles.”

What Conservative Women Really Want

Three women write about careers, marriage and motherhood. Also: Laura Loomer’s clout with President Trump; learning from Zohran Mamdani.

As a Driver, Eduardo Barrichello Took a Long Route to the World Endurance Championship

He is the son of the former F1 racer Rubens Barrichello, who bought his son a go-kart at 9. Eduardo will now be driving an Aston Martin at São Paulo.

Sébastien Buemi, the Renaissance Man of Motorsports

He races in the World Endurance Championship, Formula E and is a development driver for Red Bull’s Formula 1 team.

S.E.C. Accuses Prominent Georgia Republican of Running Ponzi Scheme

Edwin Brant Frost IV, a well-known Republican, is accused of defrauding 300 investors of $140 million, and using some funds for political donations. He said he took “full responsibility.”

With Better Cars and Drivers, the World Endurance Championship Turns a Corner

After many manufacturers had bolted from the series, the W.E.C. made changes, and they came pouring back.

Trump’s Purge of Foreign Workers Arrives at Amazon’s Warehouses

The tech giant has quietly shed warehouse employees whose work authorizations were revoked after the Trump administration ended a Biden-era immigration program.

Earth Is Spinning Faster and Days Are Getting Shorter, for Now

The planet’s rotation fluctuates as it travels around the sun, and measurements suggest we’re losing more than a millisecond during the long days of summer.

Netanyahu Ends Washington Trip Without a Gaza Truce

Benjamin Netanyahu, the Israeli prime minister, met several times with President Trump, amid rising hopes of a cease-fire in Gaza, but there are still obstacles to a truce with Hamas.

Agentes federales se enfrentan a manifestantes durante una redada migratoria en una granja de California

Aparentemente los agentes utilizaron munición antidisturbios y gases lacrimógenos contra los manifestantes. El FBI dijo que estaba buscando a quien pareció disparar contra los agentes.

In Flash Flood Hotspots, Many Federal Meteorologist Positions Remain Unfilled

An analysis of National Weather Service job vacancies found that in more than a third of offices overseeing flash flood hotspots, one or more of three senior leadership roles are open.

Police Investigate Burning of Migrant-Boat Effigy in Northern Ireland as a Hate Crime

An effigy of a boat containing mannequins of migrants was set alight in the village of Moygashel on Thursday, in an incident condemned by political and religious leaders as racist and threatening.

Survivors Recount a Night of Terror at Waterfront Campgrounds

The half-mile stretch occupied by two campgrounds appears to have been one of the deadliest spots along the Guadalupe River in Central Texas during last week’s flash floods.

Justin Bieber Surprises With ‘Swag,’ and 10 More New Songs

Hear tracks by Tyla, Kassa Overall, Syd, Jay Som and others.

Want to Understand Russia? Visit Dubai.

It’s a key refuge for Moscow’s wealthy, including the record producer Iosif Prigozhin. He insists he still loves President Vladimir V. Putin, no matter what you’ve heard.

Texas rechazó por años pedidos de financiación para alarmas de inundaciones

El condado de Kerr fracasó repetidamente al tratar de conseguir un sistema de alerta de inundaciones, incluso cuando los funcionarios locales sabían de los riesgos y había miles de millones de dólares para proyectos similares.

How a Reddit Rallying Cry Helped Amateur Traders Win in the Market

Individual investors were the ones who piled into stocks when they plunged in early April, while big Wall Street institutions missed out on the gains.

Cold Noodles (Ahh) With Zucchini (Thank Goodness)

Because it’s hot outside, and you have a lot of zucchini to get through.

Was Murderbot Smiling in the Finale? Only the Creators Know for Sure.

Chris and Paul Weitz talked about Season 1 of the acclaimed Apple TV+ series and the challenges of being a responsible human being — or cyborg.

From the Land of K-Pop Come the Joys of K-Swing

Swing and Lindy Hop, dance forms created by Black Americans in the 1920s and ’30s, are flowering in Korea. New York will get a taste in a mini festival.

Five Action Movies to Stream Now

This month’s picks include desperate fathers, a remorseful MMA fighter and more.

Celebrating Humanity, Stubbornly, at Europe’s Photography Mecca

Since the 1970s, the Rencontres d’Arles has been the place to debut the art form’s latest developments. This year’s edition had a more retro feel.

El Departamento de Estado de EE. UU. realizará despidos masivos

Según sus funcionarios, esta medida es parte de un plan de consolidación que reducirá el exceso burocrático.

Refined, Freaky, Fabulous: 20 Unforgettable Looks at Couture Week

They included glittery blood, metallic masks and a beating heart.

Bodyguards Using Fitness App Revealed Locations of Swedish Leaders

Secret meetings and private holidays of the royal family and prime minister were inadvertently made public on Strava, which has raised security concerns in other instances.

‘Rage’ Is a Wild Spanish Dramedy About Women Who Are Pushed Too Far

The behaviors are extreme and exciting, but the show itself isn’t bleak. It is bright and funny, colorful and surprising.

How Much of Our Math Series Did You Retain? Try This Quiz.

Test your knowledge of taxicab geometry, triangular numbers, the golden ratio and more.

Pierre Audi’s Last Act: A Dreamer’s Ambition on the Opera Stage

This year’s edition of the Aix-en-Provence Festival was planned by Audi but opened without him, following his death in May.

Republicans Blame Canada for Wildfire Smoke ‘Suffocating’ the U.S.

Six members of Congress from Wisconsin and Minnesota have asked Canada to say how it plans to tackle the blazes and reduce the haze billowing south.

As Southern France Swelters, the Avignon Festival Tries to Adapt

Rising temperatures pose an existential threat to the theater extravaganza, where extreme heat is making it tough for the audience.

Summer Reading Contest, Week 6: What Got Your Attention in The Times This Week?

To participate, submit your response here by July 18 at 9 a.m. Eastern. This week’s winners will be announced by July 29.

How the $1,000 ‘Trump Accounts’ for Newborns Will Work

The payments, part of the new domestic policy law, are for U.S. citizens born this year through 2028. The idea is that the money in the accounts will have many years to grow.

The Danger of a Market Melt-Up

Traders have repeatedly shrugged off President Trump’s disruptive tariff wars and fiscal policy, pushing U.S. stock prices back into expensive territory, our columnist says.

What Should Happen When You Spill Blueberries at the Store?

A ruling on a moral dilemma at the supermarket.

Germany Takes an Unassuming Approach to Tax Cuts, in Contrast to Trump

Chancellor Friedrich Merz will pass an early plank of his domestic agenda into law on Friday, grounded in classical economic arguments.

Are Investors Too Complacent About Tariffs and Rates Uncertainty?

Stocks have hit new highs despite President Trump’s escalating trade war. Some traders may be calling his bluff, but Jamie Dimon of JPMorgan Chase advises caution.

Good Vibes in Trump Trade Talks Haven’t Shielded Canada From Chaos

The country’s new prime minister, Mark Carney, has been called the “Trump whisperer,” and negotiations have been cordial and professional. But it’s been a wild ride.

Kurdish Fighters Burn Weapons in Step Toward Peace With Turkey

The disarmament of the P.K.K., a group that has battled since the 1980s for Kurdish independence, could end a conflict that has killed more than 40,000 people.

Netanyahu’s War

We spoke to the Jerusalem bureau chief about his investigative profile of the Israeli prime minister.

Cairo Telecommunications Building Hit With 2nd Fire in a Week

A blaze on Thursday at one of Egypt’s main telecommunications hubs was extinguished, days after a larger fire there killed four people and disrupted internet, transport and banking services.

Interesting Times: A Mind-Bending Conversation with Peter Thiel

The original tech right power player on A.I., Mars and immortality.

As Trump Sows Tariff Confusion, Rules of Global Commerce Give Way to Chaos

Blunt letters dictating terms posted to social media and changes late in negotiations have left trading partners wondering what President Trump will do next.

Is Congress About to Kill This Local Radio Station?

Cuts to public media could have the deepest impact in red, rural and Republican America.

How Netanyahu Prolonged the Gaza War, and the F.B.I.’s Loyalty Test

Plus, your Friday news quiz.

Wordle Review No. 1,484

Scroll down for hints and conversation about the puzzle for Saturday, July 12, 2025.

Strands Sidekick No. 496

Scroll down for hints and conversation about the puzzle for Saturday, July 12, 2025.

Connections Companion No. 762

Scroll down for hints and conversation about the puzzle for Saturday, July 12, 2025.

Meet the French Game Show Contestant Who Won 646 Times in a Row (and 23 Cars)

He also won TVs, musical instruments, a parachuting session, makeup, household appliances and much, much more. “It’s a lot,” he acknowledged.

Why Does My Mind Keep Thinking That?

The psychiatrist Mark Epstein shares his insights about the mind after decades of working with patients and practicing Buddhism.

Trump Visits Texas Flood Sites: ‘Hell of a Situation, Isn’t It?’

Mr. Trump and Melania Trump met with victims’ families and viewed some of the aftermath of last weekend’s flooding.

Readers Share the Unconventional Ways They Grieve

We asked, and over 800 of you answered.

What Superman’s Pet Owes to a Badly Behaved Rescue Dog

For the furry sidekick, Krypto, in “Superman,” the director James Gunn found inspiration — and a physical model — in his own unruly pet.

Behind Trump’s Decision to Tax Brazil to Save Bolsonaro

Right-wing Brazilians wanted sanctions against the judge prosecuting Brazil’s former president. President Trump opted for something far bigger — tariffs.

The New York Times News Quiz, July 11, 2024

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

Why Does My Mind Keep Thinking That?

The psychiatrist Mark Epstein shares his insights about the mind after decades of working with patients and practicing Buddhism.

Is A.I. the Future of Web Browsing?

A test of the app Dia illustrates that the humble web browser may be the path to making artificial intelligence more natural to use.

Musk’s Chatbot Started Spouting Nazi Propaganda. That’s Not the Scariest Part.

The folks at X say don’t worry, they’re on it.

He Built a House With Doors and Windows That You Can’t Close

Inspired by homes open to their natural settings, an architect designed a house on the Greek island of Corfu with minimal barriers from the “wild landscape.”

From a Chaotic Childhood to the Control of a Michelin-Starred Kitchen

At his Chicago restaurant Ever, which played a supporting role in “The Bear,” the chef Curtis Duffy refines his story.

9 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.

The Christian Backlash Taking Hold

The irreconcilable difference between Trumpian politics and Christianity.

Takeaways From the Times Investigation Into Benjamin Netanyahu

Prolonging the Gaza war helped the Israeli prime minister forestall a political reckoning.

How This River in Thailand Was Poisoned

Unregulated heavy rare earth mining in war-torn Myanmar is poisoning the Kok River in Thailand. Hannah Beech, a New York Times reporter based in Bangkok, spoke to locals about the negative effects.

Policy or Cudgel? A Trade Economist on Trump’s Hardball Tariffs.

In 2005, the economist Pietra Rivoli followed the production of a T-shirt from a cotton farm to a Walgreens to understand global trade. Today, she sees a new system arising.

Srebrenica, a Massacre Foretold, Still Casts Its Shadow

The town was supposed to be a “safe area,” protected by U.N. peacekeepers, but Serb forces massacred 8,000 Muslim men and boys there.

5 Children’s Movies to Stream Now

This month’s picks include a live-action version of Disney classic and an animated K-pop fantasy musical.

In a New Opera, Violence Against Women Is Not Just the Stuff of Fables

Artists from different cultural traditions adapted an ancient tale to explore how to respond to betrayal and exploitation.

Can Subway Riders Learn to Love OMNY?

The tap-and-go payment method is replacing the MetroCard. Straphangers cite some glitches, and a watchdog says the design could be improved.

$550,000 Homes in Nicaragua

In and around the coastal town of San Juan del Sur, planned communities offer buyers a range of homes with waterfront views and in ecological reserves.

Superman’s Other Secret Weakness? Journalism Ethics.

Writing for The Daily Planet about his heroic alter ego raises thorny issues for Clark Kent. Lois Lane has her conflicts, too.

In a Hotter World, We Need to Get Over Our Fear of Shadows

As extreme heat becomes more common, urban dwellers must relinquish their bias against daytime darkness and embrace the shadows.

‘Apocalypse in the Tropics’: A Passionate Take on Brazilian Politics

The director Petra Costa examines a rightward shift in her country by zeroing in on the rise of a televangelist.

For Some Men, Treating Hair Loss Comes With Fertility Issues

The medication finasteride has become popular among young men. But for those struggling to conceive, it could be the reason.

Governors, Use Your Clemency Powers

President Trump is abusing his clemency power, but most American governors are underutilizing their powers of commutation and pardon.

Nantucket’s Workers Are Living on the Margins

Teachers, police officers, firefighters and other workers live in overcrowded and substandard housing, or even in their cars on the beach.

Baggage Fees Are Everywhere. Here’s How to Use a Credit Card to Get Around Them.

We asked travel and credit card experts how to maximize value and save money when it comes to pesky luggage add-ons. Here’s what you need to know.

How Netanyahu Prolonged the War in Gaza to Stay in Power

Secret meetings, altered records, ignored intelligence: the inside story of the prime minister’s political calculations since Oct. 7.

A Best-Selling Horror Writer’s Biggest Fear? Being Recognized.

“Mexican Gothic” was a breakout book for Silvia Moreno-Garcia, who describes herself as “not a people person.” Her new novel is “The Bewitching.”

Unpacking the Past (and the Groceries) With Your Therapist

Mental health professionals are meeting clients in the kitchen to harness the therapeutic powers of cooking.

Vast Wildfires Force Manitoba to Declare Second Emergency This Year

The amount of land burned this year is on pace to be the most since 1994, as 100 blazes roared on Friday across the central Canadian province.

Los piratas de YouTube se aprovechan de los éxitos de verano de Hollywood

Más de una década después de que la plataforma tomara medidas enérgicas contra la infracción de los derechos de autor, miles de películas, programas de televisión y deportes en directo sin licencia están disponibles.

Two Dozen Hospitalized in Mass Drug Overdose in Baltimore

An unusually large number of overdoses sent crews searching alleys and homes for victims. Officials have not said what type of drug was involved.

Gilberto Gil se despide de los escenarios, pero su música ‘continuará’

A los 83 años, el elogiado cantante y compositor brasileño, cuya carrera musical y política abarca seis décadas, se encuentra en una gira de despedida.

Lo que hay que saber sobre la nueva guerra comercial entre EE. UU. y Brasil

Más que motivos económicos, Donald Trump ha argumentado razones políticas en la aplicación de aranceles con Brasil.

Trump aviva el miedo, la indignación y la esperanza en la región agrícola de California

La agricultura de California es un negocio de 60.000 millones de dólares al año. También es un sector que el presidente Trump ha sumido en la confusión.

El FBI utiliza el polígrafo para evaluar la lealtad de sus funcionarios

A algunos se les ha preguntado si dijeron algo negativo sobre el director del FBI, Kash Patel, lo que es un uso muy poco habitual de la herramienta.

Mi problema con Superman

Otras personas podrían darse cuenta de su condición de extranjero y olvidarla rápidamente, pero yo no podía dejar de verla. Y como no podía dejar de ver la suya, tampoco podía dejar de ver la mía.

300,000 New Yorkers Could Lose Food-Stamp Benefits After Trump’s Cuts

The president’s sweeping new law includes work requirements for more people and less coverage for some noncitizens. Republicans argue the cuts are needed to tackle waste and fraud.

Does Brooklyn Need a New Waterfront Neighborhood?

The risks and opportunities of turning 122 industrial acres over to developers.

‘Madea’s Destination Wedding’ Review: Hellur, Bahamas

Tyler Perry returns as a series of characters, and this time, the real struggle for the family is boarding a plane.

Spelling Bee Forum

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

Federal Agents Clash With Protesters During Immigration Raid at California Farm

Officers appeared to use crowd control munitions and tear gas against protesters. The F.B.I. said it was searching for a person who appeared to fire a pistol at officers.

Palabra del día: ‘vexatious’

Esta palabra ha aparecido en 16 artículos en NYTimes.com en el último año. ¿Puedes usarla en una frase?

Word of the Day: vexatious

This word has appeared in 16 articles on NYTimes.com in the past year. Can you use it in a sentence?

Clashes After Immigration Raid at California Cannabis Farm

Federal agents fired crowd control munitions at protesters who blocked a road outside of the farm. Some demonstrators threw objects at the agents’ vehicles.

Ronny Chieng Ponders Iran’s Threat to Kill a Sunbathing Trump

The “Daily Show” host called the threat “an attack on all of America, because now we all have to picture him with his bare belly glistening in the sun.”

What to Know About the Rush for Rare Earth Metals in War-Torn Myanmar

In the chaos of war, there’s nothing to stop Chinese firms from ravaging the landscape and extracting the minerals, which end up in China.

The Wartime Mining Boom Exporting Rare Earths, and Toxins

Unregulated activity led by Chinese enterprises in conflict-ravaged Myanmar is creating an environmental calamity in neighboring Thailand.

Friday Briefing: Iran Has Some Uranium Left, Israel Says

Plus, toads with psychedelic powers.

The Dollar’s in Trouble, but Not for the Reason You Think

New payment systems allow users and banks to bypass the U.S. currency and sanctions.

The Law Is Not Enough to Stop War Crimes

Prosecutions for atrocities are not always enough to stop hatred. Societies must also acknowledge what happened.

Rubio and China’s Top Envoy Vie for Influence in Asia Over Trump’s Tariffs

Secretary of State Marco Rubio wants to bolster ties with Asia to counter Beijing’s power, but President Trump’s tariff threats have nations asking why they should align with Washington.

Quote of the Day: Trump’s Push for Influence May Hurt Fed’s Credibility

Quotation of the Day for Friday, July 11, 2025.

Corrections: July 11, 2025

Corrections that appeared in print on Friday, July 11, 2025.

How a Luggage Manufacturer in Colorado Has Survived Trump’s Trade War. So Far.

Eagle Creek’s experience underscores how President Trump’s chaotic approach to tariffs is having a real impact, even before the toughest levies take effect.

The Mystery of Trump’s 25% Tariff Threat on Kazakhstan

The Central Asian nation, rich in critical minerals, is deepening its ties to China but does relatively little trade with the United States.

The Phone Call That Led to Love

Katherine Doyle, an NBC White House reporter, and Alex deGrasse, a political strategist and adviser, unexpectedly found love on a work-related call.

Art Led the Way to a Very Hot, and Spicy First Date

David Harris, an artist, made spicy curry chicken with Indian chili powder that Heather Phillips, who loved his artwork, tolerated, while he was too nervous to eat.

‘I Intend to Keep My Baby’

The diagnosis was dire, but the choice was ours to make.

After Years of Friendship, a First Date Wasn’t Necessary

Janet Mercel and Daniel Wisner’s relationship slowly turned romantic after years of “being best friends,” Mr. Wisner said. “And always wanting the best for one another.”

It Took Years, Some Electrical Help, Then Came the Spark

Nancy Marshall, a professor of art history, had endured the sudden loss of two partners. As she healed, she kept running into Chris Murphy, an electrician and local artist she admired.

Trump Threatens Higher Tariffs on Canada in the Middle of Trade Talks

The president revived his discredited claims about fentanyl entering the U.S. from Canada to justify his latest proposed rate of 35 percent.

On the Fast Track

James McCarron opens our solving weekend.

‘And Just Like That …’ Season 3, Episode 7 Recap: Double Standards

Guiseppe’s mother has opinions about her son’s new relationship with Anthony. Carrie gets defensive about seeming to flirt with her neighbor.

James Carter Cathcart, a Voice of ‘Pokémon’ Characters, Dies at 71

He was known for playing Professor Oak and Meowth in the long-running franchise. He also made appearances in other popular animated series such as “Yu-Gi-Oh!” and “One Piece.”

Why the Texas Flood Site Didn’t Have Warning Sirens

Officials in Kerr County made several attempts over the past decade to get funds for a flood warning system, but those applications were rejected. Christopher Flavelle, a reporter for The New York Times, breaks down what went wrong.

In South Carolina, Newsom Tests the Presidential Waters (Without Saying So)

Gov. Gavin Newsom of California met with Democratic voters in an early primary state that has become pivotal in presidential races.

The administration expands its crackdown on undocumented immigrants’ access to federal benefits.

Maps: Minor Quakes Strike Southern California

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

Vladimir Putin se equivocó

Donald Trump parecía considerar respetuosamente a Putin, y este parecía a punto de conseguir gran parte de lo que quería en su guerra contra Ucrania. En lugar de ello, Putin jugó mal sus cartas.

Trump Nominates ‘Alpha Male’ Influencer to Be Ambassador to Malaysia

Nick Adams rose to prominence with a hypermasculine identity and crass jokes about Hooters. President Trump named him ambassador to a country of 35 million people.

Before Tragedy, Texas Repeatedly Rejected Pleas for Flood Alarm Funding

Kerr County failed to secure a warning system, even as local officials remained aware of the risks and as billions of dollars were available for similar projects.

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In a 220-page report to FEMA last year, Kerr County said a flood was likely within a year, and could exceed historical records.

At Least 13 People Died by Suicide Amid U.K. Post Office Scandal, Report Says

A public inquiry into the wrongful prosecutions of about 1,000 postal workers has uncovered more victims than previously known, according to a report.

Nvidia cruza la meta de los 4 billones de dólares

El fabricante de chips de IA alcanzó el hito antes que Apple y Microsoft, ya que su valor se multiplicó por más de 10 tras el lanzamiento de ChatGPT a finales de 2022.

State Department to Soon Begin Mass Layoffs

Secretary of State Marco Rubio’s plan to downsize a “bloated” department had been on hold after a court ruling.

Justice Dept. Promised to Prosecute Abrego Garcia. Now It’s Not So Clear.

In the case of Kilmar Armando Abrego Garcia, the administration appears primarily concerned with ensuring that a man it has described as a “dangerous illegal alien” never walks free on U.S. soil.

Livvy Dunne Wanted Babe Ruth’s Old Apartment. The Co-op Board Said No.

The influencer and former collegiate gymnast tried to buy the Manhattan two-bedroom, but instead joined the ranks of high-profile rejects like Madonna and Calvin Klein.

Iga Świątek elogió la pasta con fresas y yogur. Wimbledon se quedó atónito

La tenista, una de las finalistas del torneo de este año, les habló a los aficionados sobre un plato muy apreciado en Polonia: makaron z truskawkami.

Kennedy Cancels Meeting of Key Preventive Health Panel

The task force recommends which screenings and other preventive health measures must be covered by insurance.

New York Must Move Forward With Housing Voucher Expansion, Court Rules

The decision by a New York appeals court was a win for the City Council and a loss for Mayor Eric Adams, who had opposed the expansion, citing budget concerns.

Four Ex-Jail Officers Are Sentenced in Death of West Virginia Inmate

The former officers, who brutally beat a 37-year-old man, received prison terms ranging from three years to more than two decades.

Looming Copper Tariffs Leave Companies Scrambling: ‘Prices Will Go Up’

President Trump wants America to produce more of the much-needed mineral, but a 50 percent tariff could undermine his aim of a manufacturing renaissance.

Thornton Willis, 89, Who Brought Emotion to Geometric Painting, Dies

He spent a lifetime patiently excavating the problems and possibilities of the painted surface — in terms of color, texture, process and space.

F.D.A. Posts Collection of Letters Outlining Concerns About New Drugs

The letters, many of which were already available online, detail why the regulators initially declined to approve some drugs. All eventually passed muster.

A Judge Reignited the Standoff Over Birthright Citizenship

Also, Israel concluded that some of Iran’s nuclear material survived. Here’s the latest at the end of Thursday.

Missouri Governor Signs Bill Rolling Back Voter-Approved Minimum Wage and Sick Leave

The reversal reflected a growing struggle over the use of ballot measures to answer policy questions in Republican-led states.

Justice Dept. Demands Patient Details From Trans Medicine Providers

Doctors and hospitals were subpoenaed for private information on gender-related care for minors, the latest move by the Trump administration to stop the treatments.

When Novels Mattered

Literature plays a much smaller role in our national life, and this has a dehumanizing effect on our culture.

Friday Briefing: Israel Says Iran Has Some Uranium Left

Plus, toads with psychedelic powers.

Secret Service Suspends Six Agents Over Trump Assassination Attempt

The announcement comes near the anniversary of the shooting at Donald J. Trump’s campaign rally in Butler, Pa.

John Martin, Devoted Publisher of Literary Rebels, Dies at 94

Black Sparrow Press, a shoestring operation he ran out of his home, became one of the highest-profile small publishers in the U.S., championing writers like Charles Bukowski.

Coal, the Lone Survivor of Canada’s Parliamentary Cat Colony, Dies

For decades, a semiofficial feline assembly outside Parliament was a major tourist attraction.

Wife of Ken Paxton Files for Divorce, Citing ‘Recent Discoveries’

The announcement could have a significant impact on the race for U.S. Senate in Texas. Mr. Paxton is challenging Senator John Cornyn in the Republican primary.

More Than a Dozen Killed in Israeli Airstrike Near Gaza Clinic

Civilians, including children, were waiting outside a health clinic to receive nutritional supplements in central Gaza on Thursday, when an Israeli strike hit.

Nvidia Becomes First Public Company Worth $4 Trillion

The A.I. chip maker reached the landmark before Apple and Microsoft, as its value rose more than tenfold after ChatGPT’s release in late 2022.

The F.B.I. Is Using Polygraphs to Test Officials’ Loyalty

Some senior officials who have taken the test have been asked whether they said anything negative about the F.B.I. director, Kash Patel.

Targeting Brazil, Trump Tests Legal Limit of His Tariff Powers

The president signaled he would seek to use the threat of steep levies to reorient trade and protect his political allies.

What Is ‘Aura Farming’? This Tween Will Show You.

Thanks to his dance moves on the front of a boat, a young Indonesian boy has become an internet sensation, and is now a “tourism ambassador.”

And Just Like That … New York City Has Great Tacos

We couldn’t help but wonder: When did the city become an epicenter of regional specialties?

Justice Jackson Says ‘the State of Our Democracy’ Keeps Her Up at Night

At a bar association event in Indiana, the justice told those gathered that she is focused on drawing attention to what is happening to the government.

Schumer Sees Boost for Democrats’ Midterm Hopes in G.O.P. Tax and Spending Cut Law

The top Senate Democrat said the law would lead to widespread pain for voters, imperiling Republicans who supported it and allowing his party more openings to contest control of the Senate.

‘The Retrievals’ Season 2 Is Out Now

Read the emails that led to Susan Burton’s investigation on C-sections.

Srebrenica, a Massacre Foretold, Still Casts Its Shadow

Srebrenica, a Massacre Foretold, Still Casts Its Shadow

New From Serial: The Retrievals, Season 2

A message from Sarah Koenig about our upcoming show.

How Los Angeles Learned to Save Water

And why the metropolis still has a lot of room to improve water usage.

Trump May Not Be Done Overhauling Renewable Energy

Days after the passage of a sprawling domestic policy bill, the Trump administration announced moves that could further hamstring renewable energy.

North Carolina Braces for More Heavy Rain and a Continued Risk of Flooding

Some places have had rainfall amounts that are 600 percent of normal in the last week.

It’s Time to Let Go of ‘African American’

Why not just say what we mean?

What to Know About the New U.S.-Brazil Trade War

The fight is rooted in years of political history between President Trump and the last two presidents of Brazil.

Dave ‘Baby’ Cortez, Hitmaker Who Seemed to Vanish, Is Dead at 83

His “The Happy Organ” reached No. 1 in 1959, but his pop stardom was short-lived, and his death in 2022, with an anonymous burial, remains a source of mystery.

Four More Rescued in Red Sea, as Houthis Vow to Keep Up Attacks

A total of 10 crew members have been rescued so far after Yemeni militants sank a Greek-owned cargo ship in the Red Sea.

Un juez en EE. UU. bloquea la orden de Trump sobre la ciudadanía por nacimiento en una demanda colectiva

El juez federal reavivó el enfrentamiento legal sobre los esfuerzos del presidente Trump para negar la ciudadanía a los niños nacidos de padres indocumentados.

Jane Lazarre, 81, Dies; Wrote About Raising Black Sons as a White Mother

With books like “The Mother Knot” and “Beyond the Whiteness of Whiteness,” she challenged liberal orthodoxies about feminism and the Black experience in America.

This Jungle Plant Is a Good Landlord to Its Tenant Ants

While plants often have mutually beneficial relationships with insects, a tuber in Fiji grows separate compartments for multiple ant species.

No, Chemtrails Are Not Real or Causing Floods, E.P.A. Says

The agency took the unusual step of creating websites debunking the conspiracy theory that chemicals are being sprayed in the sky to control the weather or do other things.

Some of Iran’s Enriched Uranium Survived Attacks, Israeli Official Says

The assessment came as experts are trying to determine how long it would take Iran to rebuild its nuclear program in the aftermath of U.S. and Israeli strikes.

Torrential Rain Floods Boston-Area Roads

The heavy rain caused parts of a major highway to be shut down on Thursday. The state’s emergency management agency warned drivers to stay off of flooded roads, where vehicles can be swept away in less than two feet of moving water.

U.K. Faces Rising Threat From Iranian Plots, Intelligence Committee Says

An official report warned that Iran was targeting dissidents and gathering intelligence on Jewish and Israeli targets in Britain.

Mientras las inundaciones en Texas crecían, el Campamento Mystic fue abandonado a su suerte

Las crecidas repentinas se produjeron en mitad de la noche, pero muchos funcionarios locales parecían no estar al tanto de la catástrofe que estaba sucediendo y las alertas tardaron en llegar.

The Original Birkin Sells for $10 Million

A lively bidding war led to the Hermès prototype, which was created for the actress Jane Birkin, selling for far more than expected.

The Fast and the Filling

Crispy potato quesadillas and broccoli soba salad come together in no time at all (and don’t leave you hungry).

Bronx Museum Picks New Leader

Shamim M. Momin, who started her curatorial career at the Whitney Museum of American Art, returns to New York to take the helm of the Bronx Museum of the Arts.

6 New Books We Love This Week

Reading recommendations from critics and editors at The New York Times.

Video Game Actors End Contract Dispute Over A.I.

The actors went on an 11-month strike against the studios behind Call of Duty and other games because of concerns that visual and voice replicas would reduce their work.

This Summer’s Salacious Dance Anthem

A remix of “Shake It to the Max” by the Ghanaian singer Moliy and the Jamaican producer Silent Addy is a global smash. Our critic explains from his car.

El descubrimiento de una tumba maya en Belice arroja luz sobre el mundo antiguo

La tumba de 1700 años de antigüedad contenía los restos de un gobernante maya y pistas sobre un mundo mesoamericano en el que las ciudades lejanas interactuaban.

Britain Faces Another Round of Potentially Record-Breaking Heat

A third official heat wave is expected to descend this weekend, with record-breaking temperatures possible in Scotland.

The Conscience of Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson

Readers discuss Justice Jackson’s role on the Supreme Court. Also: Church endorsements of candidates; Voice of America, silenced.

El Servicio Secreto rastrea al exdirector del FBI tras publicación crítica de Trump

Autoridades policiales siguieron a James Comey y rastrearon su teléfono móvil después de que este publicara una imagen que, según aliados de Trump, era una amenaza de asesinato al presidente.

Texas City Racked by Floods Becomes a Hub for Search and Recovery

Most summers, Kerrville, Texas, draws crowds for its July 4 celebration. This year, the streets are filled with emergency responders.

England’s Sycamore Gap Tree, Felled by Vandals, Stands Again as Art

A nearly seven-foot piece of trunk will be featured in an art exhibit to honor the beloved tree. Hugging it is encouraged.

N.Y.P.D. Moves to Fire Dozens of Officers Who Failed Psychological Exams

More than 30 officers were being dismissed before a judge stopped the process temporarily. An inspector who led the unit that vetted recruits was transferred after officials said he had ignored failures on psychological tests.

A Tiny Chef Inspires an Outsize Outpouring

When Nickelodeon canceled “The Tiny Chef Show,” fans rallied around the wee gourmand. But his TV future remains uncertain.

Israel Will Allow More Aid Into Gaza, Officials Say

The decision followed discussions with the European Union, which has pressed Israel to ease the dire humanitarian conditions for Palestinians in the territory.

A Beloved Bloodhound, a Fatal Treat: A Gruesome Murder Mystery in Italy

The killing of Bruno, a decorated sniffer dog who ingested sausages stuffed with nails, has set off an outpouring of grief in Italy.

Can the Next Fed Chair Truly Be Independent From Trump’s Influence?

The president hasn’t named a successor to Jerome H. Powell, but his insistence on someone who will lower interest rates has already raised doubts about their credibility.

Tesla Sets Date for Shareholders Meeting After Protests

The annual meeting will be in November, nearly four months after what is required under Texas law.

What Might a Billionaire Lose at? Turns Out, Tennis.

Bill Ackman, an outspoken 59-year-old financier, competed in a professional tournament.

Judge Blocks Trump’s Birthright Citizenship Order in Class-Action Challenge

The federal judge reignited the legal standoff over President Trump’s efforts to deny citizenship to children born to undocumented parents.

Review: ‘Too Much’ Is Not Nervy Enough

This new Netflix comedy by Lena Dunham is the surprisingly mild tale of a young woman fleeing New York after a catastrophic breakup.

A 5-Ingredient Salmon Recipe for Chile Crisp Lovers

This simple Naz Deravian recipe, with a pot of rice and cold cucumber salad, is a dream summer dinner.

Heavy Rains Lash Boston Area, Shutting Down Roads

Traffic was diverted from parts of Interstate 93 as flood warnings were issued for counties in Massachusetts.

La Scala Warns Opera Patrons: No Flip-Flops or Tank Tops Allowed

Milan’s famed opera house is cracking down on the underdressed, even as it and other European opera companies try to attract a wider audience.

What’s Your Sign to Keep Swiping?

Some frustrated singles found dating-app inspiration in an unlikely place: Zohran Mamdani’s success on Hinge.

James B. Maas, Guru of Slumber and the ‘Power Nap,’ Dies at 86

An author, public speaker and professor, he taught a hugely popular and entertaining psychology course at Cornell that focused on the essential importance of sleep.

Ukrainian Intelligence Officer Is Shot to Death in Kyiv Parking Lot

The victim’s unit played a key role in Ukraine’s surprise attack inside Russian territory last summer.

Justice Dept. Whistle-Blower Warns of Trump Administration’s Assault on the Law

In an interview with The New York Times, a former Justice Department lawyer, Erez Reuveni, said officials pressed subordinates to mislead judges, and dared the courts to stop it.

L.A.-Area Bishop Excuses Faithful From Mass Over Fear of Immigration Raids

Bishop Alberto Rojas of the Diocese of San Bernardino lifted the obligation to attend Mass for anyone who had a “genuine fear of immigration enforcement actions.”

Trump elogia al presidente de Liberia por su ‘inglés hermoso’

El inglés es el idioma oficial del país de África Occidental, fundado en parte por estadounidenses esclavizados que fueron liberados.

Can a ‘Cortisol Cocktail’ Help Relieve Stress?

Influencers say that the concoction can boost energy and help you relax. We asked experts whether that’s true.

Trump Says Bolsonaro, Like Other Allies Under Pressure, Faces a ‘Witch Hunt’

President Trump’s defense of the former president of Brazil was the latest example of him invoking a term he has frequently used while describing himself as a victim.

As Drone Warfare Evolves, Pentagon Sees Its Own Vulnerabilities

Israel and Ukraine have used drones against their adversaries in audacious ways that have helped the Pentagon see the need for new technology.

Ferrero to Buy WK Kellogg in Candy-Meets-Cereal Deal

The $3.1 billion acquisition would combine Ferrero, which makes Tic Tacs and Nutella, with the producer of Frosted Flakes and Froot Loops.

La amarga espera para encontrar a los desaparecidos en Texas

Las autoridades defendieron su actuación en el condado más afectado, donde no se ha encontrado a ningún sobreviviente desde el viernes. En todo el estado, se desconoce el paradero de 173 personas, dijo el gobernador.

Trump Seeks to Cut Basic Scientific Research by Roughly One-Third, Report Shows

An analysis by the American Association for the Advancement of Science shows the impact of the administration’s budget plan on the kind of studies that produce the most breakthroughs.

3 Teenagers Arrested Over Cyberattacks That Cost U.K. Retailers Millions

Four people total were arrested in connection with an April cyberattack that disrupted operations at Marks & Spencer, Harrods and Co-op.

A Lethal Israeli Airstrike Hits Near a Gaza Aid Clinic

The attack struck near a facility run by an American aid organization as negotiators from Hamas and Israel wrangle over a potential new cease-fire agreement.

From Girl Boss to No Boss

They reached the heights of corporate success. Now some women are trying to redefine what ambition looks like.

A Silicon Valley Giant Calls for a Delaware Exodus

The investment firm Andreessen Horowitz is moving its incorporation out of the First State, and urging others to follow, as backlash to its courts grows.

Delta’s Stock Soars 12% on Signs of ‘Stabilized’ Travel Demand

The airline reported better earnings than expected for its latest quarter, and restored its forecast for the rest of the year.

K-Pop Singer Sentenced to 3½ Years in Rape of Chinese Tourist

Taeil, a former member of the popular boy band NCT, and two acquaintances were jailed in a case that has provoked anger in South Korea.

Trump Compliments President of Liberia on His ‘Beautiful English’

During a lunch at the State Dining Room with five leaders of African nations, President Trump complimented the president of Liberia, where English is the official language, for his command of the language.

Denmark Aims to Use Copyright Law to Protect People From Deepfakes

A pioneering bill would give citizens the right to demand that social media platforms remove digital forgeries of themselves.

Vladimir Putin Messed Up

We explain President Trump and Putin’s changing relationship.

European Union Unveils Rules for Powerful A.I. Systems

Makers of the most advanced artificial intelligence systems face obligations for transparency, copyright protection and public safety. The rules are not enforceable until next year.

‘Wild Diamond’ Review: The Reel World

In this French coming-of-age drama, a young woman auditions for a reality show to escape life at home.

‘Sovereign’ Review: The Fringe and the Forgotten

Nick Offerman stars as an anti-government widower whose extremist philosophy inches closer and closer to violent conflict.

‘Don’t Let’s Go to the Dogs Tonight’ Review: Through a Child’s Eyes

This drama about a white family in Zimbabwe is told almost entirely from the girl’s point of view.

‘Daniela Forever’ Review: His Girlfriend’s Back

In this agreeably unpretentious science-fiction feature, Henry Golding plays a D.J. who has lucid dreams about his dead girlfriend.

‘Brick’ Review: No Way Out?

In this overly constructed thriller from Germany, tenants are trapped in an apartment building by a mysterious bulwark.

Trump Seems to Be Warming to What Europe Wants for Ukraine: New Russia Sanctions

Flattery and pressure — coupled with President Trump’s growing dissatisfaction with President Vladimir V. Putin — have helped build momentum for new economic punishments.

Southern China and Hong Kong Brace for Floods and Fierce Winds from Danas

The authorities warned of possible flash flooding as the remnants of Typhoon Danas passed through the region. Hong Kong suspended schools for Friday.

What to Expect From Trump’s New Trade Drama

After months of delay, the president is threatening to revive the most aggressive version of his global tariff war.

New Details on Camp Mystic, and Trump’s Retribution Campaign

Plus, where curry meets quesadillas.

The Surprising Scientists Hit by Trump’s D.E.I. Cuts

The N.I.H. has terminated hundreds of diversity grants awarded to young researchers, many of whom come from the very places that supported Trump.

Wordle Review No. 1,483

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Connections Companion No. 761

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Strands Sidekick No. 495

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Why So Many Women Feel Pain During Their C-Sections

Susan Burton, reporter and host of the podcast “The Retrievals,” talks about the alarming number of patients who report feeling significant pain during their C-sections.

Moo Deng, the Celebrity Pygmy Hippo, Turns 1

The young star celebrated her first birthday with a special fruit platter at the Khao Kheow Open Zoo in Thailand.

The Retrievals, Season 2, Episode 4: The Solutions

From Serial Productions: Stories are also a kind of evidence.

The Retrievals, Season 2, Episode 3: The Guidelines

From Serial Productions: Ask the patients about their pain.

The Retrievals, Season 2, Episode 2: The Speech

From Serial Productions: The first step to solving the problem of pain during C-sections is to talk about the problem.

The Retrievals, Season 2, Episode 1: The Case

From Serial Productions: At a Chicago hospital, a C-section goes wrong.

Tunnel Collapses in Los Angeles

Emergency responders rescued 27 workers who were trapped in an industrial tunnel that collapsed in Los Angeles on Wednesday.

Russia Bombards Ukraine as U.S. Frustration Mounts

Kyiv was the main target of an hourslong assault that killed at least two people, officials said. The barrage came hours before the top American and Russian diplomats met.

Las deportaciones de Trump benefician al gobierno de Bukele

A cambio de encarcelar a más de 200 deportados, el presidente de El Salvador, Nayib Bukele, se ha convertido en uno de los favoritos del gobierno de Trump.

Él se opone a la migración ilegal. Su esposa no tiene papeles

Chris Allred siempre ha criticado a los migrantes, pero ha empezado a cambiar de opinión desde que conoció, y se casó, con el amor de su vida. Su esposa es una inmigrante ecuatoriana que está en EE. UU. de forma ilegal.

What’s the Matter With Men?

Jordan Peterson and I had a chat.

Espaillat Endorses Mamdani for Mayor, After Backing Cuomo and Adams

Representative Adriano Espaillat, the most powerful Latino leader in New York City, backed Zohran Mamdani, the Democratic candidate for mayor.

Discovery of Victims Slows Nearly a Week After the Texas Floods

In Kerr County, the hardest-hit region, officials said the number of missing remained unchanged, at 161, since Tuesday. The floods have killed at least 121 people statewide.

New Democratic Group Says Answer to the Party’s Woes Lies With the States

The founders of the initiative, the States Forum, say they hope to extend successful Democratic policies across states and even to the national level.

After Years in the D.C. Suburbs, She Wanted ‘Total Privacy’ in the Virginia Mountains

Drawn to both the natural majesty and restaurant scene in Rappahannock County, Va., a recent empty-nester looked for a comfortable three-bedroom house for about $500,000.

No Summer Party Is Complete Without These Supplies

Warm-weather items, including lightweight sun hats and hand-carved plates.

Does Lorde Still Want to Be a Star?

The beloved pop singer’s fourth album, “Virgin,” once again ponders whether being famous and obsessed over is all it’s cracked up to be.

A Tennis Star Praised Strawberry and Yogurt Pasta. Wimbledon Gasped.

Iga Świątek, a finalist in this year’s tournament, introduced tennis fans to a beloved Polish dish — enter, makaron z truskawkami.

In Des Moines, Big Operas and Big Ambitions Fill a Tiny Theater

Des Moines Metro Opera has become one of the country’s most successful smaller companies doing adventurous repertory in a 467-seat space.

As Texas Flood Raged, Camp Mystic Was Left to Fend for Itself

Flash floods surged through in the middle of the night, but many local officials appeared unaware of the unfolding catastrophe, initially leaving people near the river on their own.

Magazine Nirvana in Manhattan’s Financial District

A trove of periodicals is available for anyone to peruse at Library180, a project by two printheads who met as interns at a fashion magazine.

A.I.-Generated Images of Child Sexual Abuse Are Flooding the Internet

Organizations that track the material are reporting a surge in A.I. images and videos, which are threatening to overwhelm law enforcement.

Two Writers Fell in Love, Married, Then Divorced. Who Gets the Story?

Hannah Pittard wrote a memoir about the breakup. When she learned that her ex planned a novel about it, she took it back up, this time as fiction (sort of).

What Democrats Can Learn From Mamdani’s Victory

Beyond his social media talent and approaches on affordability and Israel, Democratic voters have been inching to the left for years.

Clifford Owens: Performance Art at the Edge of Transgression

In his new show, the artist, known for pushing the limits of acceptable behavior in his performance art, carefully, even timidly explores what it means to make transgressive art today.

These Younger Democrats Are Sick of Their Party’s Status Quo

Majority Democrats, a new group of elected officials from all levels of government, has outsized ambitions to challenge political orthodoxies and remake the party.

Israel’s Moral Balance Beam

The columnist Bret Stephens on what’s at stake for the Middle East and American Jews.

These Toads Have Psychedelic Powers, but They’d Prefer to Keep It Quiet

New research suggests Sonoran Desert toads went into steep decline after stories of their mind-bending chemical properties began circulating among drug users.

My Problem With Superman

Other people might note his alienness and quickly forget it, but I couldn’t unsee it. And because I couldn’t unsee his, I couldn’t unsee mine.

Homes for Sale in New Jersey and New York

This week’s properties are a five-bedroom in Medford Lakes, N.J., and a four-bedroom in Croton-on-Hudson, N.Y.

At This Rodeo It’s Yahoo, Not Yeehaw

The Calgary Stampede, an event that started more than 100 years ago, has grown into one of the world’s most popular rodeos and a reflection of Western Canada’s culture.

Homes for Sale in Manhattan and Brooklyn

This week’s properties are in the West Village, on the Upper West Side and in Clinton Hill.

How Endorsements From Pulpits Could Play Out in New York

The I.R.S. lifted the ban on endorsements in houses of worship. That move could pose a challenge in a city that relishes religious diversity.

Trump Fuels Fear, Rage and Hope in California’s Central Valley

The fertile valley feeds the world. President Trump has thrown farmers and farmworkers there into turmoil, but recently offered them a glimmer of hope.

Why So Many Women Feel Pain During Their C-Sections

Susan Burton, reporter and host of the podcast “The Retrievals,” talks about the alarming number of patients who report feeling significant pain during their C-sections.

Trolling Democracy

The rise of a toxic online politics.

What Is It About Breakfast on ‘Love Island’? (Hint: It’s Sex.)

They’re not here to make friends, they’re here to make pancakes.

36 Hours in Brussels

Brussels, with the largest share of young citizens in the E.U., offers genre-defining restaurants and mind-bending museums of fine art.

‘They Beat Me Like a Slave’: Signs of Violence in Sheriff’s Office Dated Back Years

The F.B.I. and a Mississippi sheriff investigated complaints about brutal assaults, but the deputies accused remained on the force and never faced charges.

The Closet in Pee-wee’s Playhouse

In a new documentary, Paul Reubens comes out for the second time. But did he need to?

How El Salvador Is Reaping Rewards From Trump’s Deportation Agenda

In exchange for jailing more than 200 deportees, El Salvador’s president, Nayib Bukele, has become a favorite of the Trump administration.

‘Rosa la Rose: Fille Publique’ Review: Lady Liberty of the Streets

A new restoration of a 1986 drama by the filmmaker Paul Vecchiali melds a candy-colored vision of the world’s oldest profession with a grim take on neoliberalism.

‘Little, Big, and Far’ Review: Dwelling in the Cosmos

The experimental director Jem Cohen’s latest is an uncategorizable film about astronomers and humanity and love and the stars.

Why Hiring Professors With Conservative Views Could Backfire on Conservatives

Viewpoint diversity can easily backfire.

How Gen Z Is Buying Homes

Co-buying is not without its challenges, but it offers young buyers a way into an increasingly expensive market.

In Beauford Delaney’s Luminous Watercolors, Color Flirts With Line

A rich exhibition of works on paper at the Drawing Center in SoHo showcases the paradox at the heart of Delaney’s work.

Maya Ruler’s Tomb Is Unearthed in Belize, With Clues to His Ancient World

A rare mosaic death mask made of jadeite and vessels in the shapes of an owl, a monkey and coati-mundi were found with the ruler.

Nancy Drew Inspired Lisa Scottoline’s Recent Splurge

“The Unraveling of Julia,” her 37th book, has taken the thriller writer into new territory: “I’m going Gothic, baby!”

Can ‘Reparenting’ Yourself Make You Happier?

The concept, centered around healing your ‘inner child,’ is catchy. Here’s what experts have to say.

Jonathan Adler at MAD: A Potter’s Way With Puns and Commerce

The Museum of Arts and Design’s ceramics collection inspires a self-described pottery nerd.