El cohete de SpaceX vuelve a fallar en su noveno vuelo

El gigantesco cohete Starship de Elon Musk se jugaba mucho en el noveno vuelo, luego de los fracasos en los vuelos de enero y marzo, que alteraron el transporte aéreo.

A Missouri Town Was Solidly Behind Trump. Then Carol Was Detained.

For 20 years, Carol Hui has served waffles, raised her children and embraced the small town of Kennett, Mo. Her detention and pending deportation to Hong Kong has hit the community hard.

Trump busca un acuerdo con Irán mientras Israel considera ataques contra instalaciones nucleares

Benjamín Netanyahu desconfía de una solución diplomática para frenar el programa nuclear iraní y presiona a favor de una acción militar que frustraría el intento de EE. UU. de alcanzar un acuerdo.

Australia’s Skies Glow Orange as Powerful Winds Pull Dust From Parched Land

A dust storm clogged the sky this week, days after flooding devastated another part of the same region.

Dust Storm Turns Australian Skies Orange

A dust storm this week turned the skies in South Australia a hazy orange, reducing visibility and prompting health warnings.

Mike White to Return to ‘Survivor’ for Its 50th Season

The “White Lotus” creator and noted reality-television aficionado first competed on the show in 2018.

Willem Dafoe Returns to His Stage Roots at the Venice Theater Biennale

The Hollywood star is the artistic director of this year’s event. He is using the opportunity to spotlight experimental theater that shaped his career.

Crime Rings Plotted to Trade Cocaine for Syrian Weapons, Prosecutors Say

The intricate scheme, spanning four continents, appears to justify concerns that the military arsenal of Bashar al-Assad, the deposed Syrian dictator, could fall into dangerous hands.

U.N. Condemns Israel’s New Aid Program in Gaza, After Chaotic Start

The new operation is intended to bypass both the United Nations and Hamas, but aid groups say even if it works as intended, it is dangerously inadequate.

Trump indultará a una pareja condenada por fraude millonario

El perdón para Todd y Julie Chrisley, estrellas del programa de telerrealidad “Chrisley Knows Best”, es el más reciente regalo del presidente a quienes llama víctimas del sistema judicial.

A Friend Bought Crypto for My Newborn Baby. Do I Have to Hold on to It?

He’s a crypto bro, and I am extremely skeptical.

Tariffs Turn Porsche’s Headwinds Into a ‘Violent Storm’

The storied sports car maker, which was facing challenges from China and slumping demand for electric cars, now has to grapple with tariffs from the Trump administration.

China to Launch Mission to Capture Pieces of an Unusual Asteroid

The robotic Tianwen-2 spacecraft will collect samples from Kamoʻoalewa, which some scientists suspect is a fragment of the moon.

A Fungus Devastated North American Bats. A New Species Could Deliver a Killer Blow.

Scientists have learned that another species of fungus found in Europe and Asia causes white-nose disease, which has ravaged bat populations in the United States and Canada.

Japan’s Debt, Now Twice the Size of Its Economy, Forces Hard Choices

Japan’s government faces pressure to curtail debt-fueled spending that some argue has staved off populist waves.

The Ballet Kids of ‘Midsummer’ Bring Magic to the Bugs

It could be that the youngest dancers are the real stars of “A Midsummer Night’s Dream” at New York City Ballet.

A Clever One-Pot Salmon Dinner to Make Again and Again

This miso-turmeric salmon with coconut rice has a smart structure that you can retool to your liking.

For 20 years, “Carol” Hui served waffles, raised her children and embraced the small town of Kennett, Mo. Her detention and pending deportation to Hong Kong has hit the community hard.

A Beloved Mom’s Arrest Brings Trump’s Migrant Crackdown To Rural Missouri

How Italian Home Cooks Make Their Pasta Taste So Good

TL;DR: It’s not necessarily the pasta water. It’s the marriage of starch, cheese and water, Eric Kim writes.

Musk ‘Disappointed’ With Major Trump Policy Bill, Saying It Will Increase Deficit

Elon Musk also said the Republican bill, which passed the House last week, would undermine the work of his DOGE group.

El Departamento de Estado de EE. UU. suspende las citas para visas de estudiante e intercambio

El secretario de Estado Marco Rubio emitió un cable ordenando una pausa mientras el departamento amplía su revisión de las cuentas de redes sociales de los solicitantes.

Japan Welcomes a New Sumo Champ. Surprise: He’s Japanese.

Onosato Daiki became the first Japanese man in eight years to be named a yokozuna, or grand champion, the highest title in the sport.

Farewell to the New Look. Or Ghosts of Dior Past

Assessing Maria Grazia Chiuri’s likely final collection — and how she changed Dior.

Turkey Cracks Down on Fliers Who Stand Up Too Soon, Threatening Fines

As of this month, passengers who stand before planes fully stop may be fined by the Turkish government.

Lea Michele Resuscitated ‘Funny Girl.’ Her Next Move Is ‘Chess.’

The “Glee” star will join Aaron Tveit and Nicholas Christopher next fall in a Broadway revival of an Abba-adjacent Cold War musical.

I Am Struggling With Infertility. Can I Skip My Sister-in-Law’s Baby Shower?

A reader worries that a celebration for her pregnant sister-in-law, with whom she once commiserated about fertility woes, may be too much to handle.

French Doctor Who Sexually Abused Hundreds of Children Is Sentenced

A former surgeon had confessed to abusing at least 299 people, mostly children, in what is considered the largest case of its kind in French history.

Israeli Jets Strike Yemen’s Main Airport Again After Houthi Attacks

Israel said the bombing of the airport, which was targeted for the second time this month, had destroyed the last plane used by the Iran-backed Houthi militia.

Judge in Sean Combs Case Denies Request for Mistrial Over Evidence

The music mogul’s lawyers argued that prosecutors had unfairly suggested through testimony that he was responsible for the destruction of fingerprint evidence.

The Allure (and Complications) of ‘Golden Shares’

The White House would like some control of U.S. Steel if it approves its sale to Nippon Steel. Such deals could alter foreign investment in the United States.

Trump vs. Harvard

Inside the president’s battle with the university.

R.F.K. Jr. Sends a Message on Vaccines

The health secretary announced that Covid shots would no longer be recommended for children and pregnant women.

New Tensions Between the White House and Israel, and a Surge of Homeless Seniors

Plus, a faster way up Mount Everest.

Connections Companion No. 718

Scroll down for hints and conversation about the puzzle for Thursday, May 29, 2025.

Wordle Review No. 1,440

Scroll down for hints and conversation about the puzzle for Thursday, May 29, 2025.

Haití recurre a Erik Prince, aliado de Trump, en la lucha contra las pandillas

El gobierno haitiano ha firmado un acuerdo con Prince, el contratista militar privado que fundó Blackwater, empresa conocida por una matanza de civiles en Irak.

The Growing Scandal of $Trump

The investigative reporter Zeke Faux traces the crypto ventures of President Trump and his family.

Los músculos son mucho más que solo nuestro físico

A menudo pensamos en el músculo como si existiera separado del intelecto, y quizá incluso opuesto a él. No es así, incluso están en conversación constante.

Cuomo Proposes $20 Minimum Wage for New York City

Former Gov. Andrew M. Cuomo, the front-runner in the New York City mayor’s race, will announce a plan to raise the city’s minimum wage to $20 an hour by 2027.

What It’s Like on the Ground at the Sean Combs Trial

Now entering its third week, the complex case can only be experienced directly by those at the courthouse each day. Our reporters break it down.

¿Qué es mejor para mi dolor: Tylenol o Advil?

No todos los analgésicos actúan de la misma forma. Te decimos cómo saber cuál es el ideal para ti.

Harvard Relents After Protracted Fight Over Slave Photos

A legal battle between Harvard and a woman who says two slave portraits are of her ancestors will end in a settlement, with the photos going to a Black history museum in South Carolina.

First Love Mixtape: Side A (Encore)

What is the song you were obsessed with as a teenager?

Another Arrest in Crypto Kidnapping and Torture Case

The authorities said a man was held captive and tortured in a Manhattan townhouse for weeks by people seeking the password to his Bitcoin wallet.

‘The Counterfeit Opera’ Comes Together Like a Madcap Caper

Little Island’s season opens with a musical, inspired by “The Beggar’s Opera” and “The Threepenny Opera,” that was essentially written in six months.

Beware: We Are Entering a New Phase of the Trump Era

I’ve seen the signs before. I’m seeing them now.

L.A. Made Big Promises for the Olympics. Can It Deliver by 2028?

From the Super Bowl to the Oscars, Los Angeles has plenty of experience with high-profile spectacles. But the 2028 Olympics will test the city in the aftermath of devastating wildfires.

‘The Sealed Soil’: Modesty and Its Discontents

The Iranian director Marva Nabili’s first feature gets a weeklong run at Brooklyn Academy of Music.

I Can’t Believe We’re Still Arguing About This

Debates that seemed settled 20 years ago are lurching back to life. How can we finish these zombie arguments for good?

$650,000 Homes in Colorado, Georgia and Florida

A Streamline Moderne home in Denver, a condo in a former cotton mill in Atlanta and a bungalow in St. Petersburg

A Desperate Haiti Turns to Erik Prince, Trump Ally, in Fight Against Gangs

The Haitian government has signed a contract with Mr. Prince, the private military contractor who founded Blackwater, a company notorious for a civilian massacre in Iraq.

The Growing Scandal of $Trump

The investigative reporter Zeke Faux traces the crypto ventures of President Trump and his family.

Greenland Says Visit. But Step Lightly and Speak Softly.

Already in the geopolitical spotlight, the country prepares for the first direct flights from the United States. In the capital of Nuuk, the expected tourism influx is both exciting and worrying.

What I Learned From Dietrich Fischer-Dieskau, a Sublime Voice

The baritone Benjamin Appl remembers his teacher at 100, as one of the 20th century’s greatest singers and a complicated, conflicted man.

A Splendid New Biography of Gauguin Separates the Man From the Myth

In “Wild Thing,” Sue Prideaux draws on recently discovered source material, delivering an enthralling account of an artist whose life was as inventive as his art.

The Most Wondrous Art in the World in 1,726 Objects

The Metropolitan Museum of Art’s Michael C. Rockefeller collection from Africa, the Ancient Americas and Oceania reopens with a pantheon of historic art stars.

Virginia Is Finally for Wine Lovers

After years of trying to emulate others, producers are finding their identities, whether that means sticking to classic styles or trying to work naturally.

Stalin’s Image Returns to Moscow’s Subway, Honoring a Brutal History

The Kremlin has increasingly embraced the Soviet dictator and his legacy, using them to exalt Russian history in a time of war, but he remains a deeply divisive figure in Russia.

What I Learned Trying to Spend a Year Celibate

Giving up sex was both harder and more rewarding than I could have imagined.

‘Duck Dynasty’ Is Coming Back for a Second Term

The family reality comedy, being revived on A&E, was a lighthearted entertainment — that anticipated a decade’s worth of cultural politics.

24 Books Coming in June

Fiction by Taylor Jenkins Reid and V.E. Schwab; a memoir of a year without sex; new thrillers from James Patterson and S.A. Cosby; and more.

How to Turn the Middle Against Trump

Senator Elissa Slotkin of Michigan and David Leonhardt on the fundamental question Democrats need to answer.

Sports Stadiums Are Monuments to the Poverty of Our Ambitions

Cities build stadiums in part because it’s so hard to build almost anything else.

Rice Krispies Treats Are Good. This Version Is Transcendent.

A New York bakery’s riff on the childhood favorite adds pistachios, halvah and a little sophistication.

Could Plasma Exchange Therapy Actually Help You Live Longer?

A small new study offers insight into this trendy anti-aging treatment.

Inside the Arms Race to Create a Better Lactose Intolerance Pill

A new class of high-powered, slickly branded lactose intolerance treatments is targeting consumers. But do they actually work?

In the Wake of Domestic Violence, a Mother Learns to Breathe Again

In “Deep Breath,” by the Hungarian novelist Rita Halász, a woman flees her abusive husband in order to slowly regain her sanity, and her self.

The Vexing Art of Duchamp, Picasso and FromSoftware

When the video game Bloodborne dropped players into the deep end and ignored their cries for help, it joined a tradition of challenging work that outraged audiences.

Reluctant to Leave a Shelter Island Vacation, They Moved Full-Time

A family fell in love with the spot near the eastern end of Long Island, so they bought and gut-renovated a house, keeping energy-efficiency top of mind.

Then and Now, It’s a Thrill to Star Alongside Stitch

Cast members from the original 2002 animated film and the live-action remake explain what lured them to — or back to — “Lilo & Stitch.”

What I Learned When I Went Back to My Old Therapist

It turns out people do change, after all.

¿Te vas a divorciar? Hay un entrenador para eso

Ahora también existen asesores para quienes pasan por una ruptura. Conoce al “coach” de divorcio que ofrece apoyo emocional, ayuda logística y más para reducir el estrés y tomar decisiones lúcidas.

Palabra del día: ‘tempestuous’

Esta palabra ha aparecido en 62 artículos en NYTimes.com en el último año. ¿Puedes usarla en una frase?

Cuando un escritor de ciencia ficción imagina un futuro sombrío… y acierta

Durante cuatro décadas, el autor chino Han Song ha explorado la manera en que lo impensable puede volverse realidad. Actualmente también se dedica a compartir en redes sociales todo sobre su salud.

Cronuts and ‘Pizza Rat’: New York, as Told Through Its Dining Scene

A new project by the Food section explores how events, trends, restaurants and chefs have defined the city’s culinary scene in the 21st century (so far).

Trump quería un desfile militar en su primer mandato. Ahora lo tendrá

Este año habrá un desfile del ejército en Washington, y será el día en que el presidente cumple 79 años. Los críticos afirman que es un ejemplo de cómo el mandatario ha politizado a los militares.

Word of the Day: tempestuous

This word has appeared in 62 articles on NYTimes.com in the past year. Can you use it in a sentence?

Mamdani Has a Thin Legislative Record but Is a Forceful Voice in Albany

In Assemblyman Zohran Mamdani’s four-plus years in the New York State Capitol, only three of his bills have become law. His influence is comparatively greater.

Spelling Bee Forum

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

Doing Business in China Is Getting Harder, but Its Exports Are Hard to Resist

European companies operating in China say the market has become increasingly challenging because of weak economic demand and opaque government rules on business.

Germany Says It Will Step Up Weapons Support for Ukraine

In the latest sign of a warming relationship, President Volodymyr Zelensky met in Berlin with Chancellor Friedrich Merz, who said Germany would increase funding for arms production and supplies.

Wednesday Briefing: Chaos at a Gaza Aid Site

Plus, climbing Mount Everest with a performance enhancer.

Syrian Freedom Is Dangerously Incomplete

Syria’s deeply flawed interim Constitution should be replaced with one that reflects our values: freedom, equality and self-governance.

Manhattanhenge Is Back for 2025: When, Where and How to Watch

It is time once again to head to your nearest crosstown view for New York City’s best annual sunsets, if the weather cooperates.

Why Americans Are Dressing Like Russian Troops in Oklahoma

In the U.S., the re-enactment of historical battles has long been a niche hobby. But fake battles that echo an ongoing war are a relatively recent phenomenon.

As Trump Seeks Iran Deal, Israel Again Raises Possible Strikes on Nuclear Sites

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, wary of a diplomatic solution to curbing Iran’s nuclear program, continues to press for military action that would upend President Trump’s push for a negotiated deal.

Surviving a Fake War in Oklahoma

An airsoft event revealed to a reporter a “strange level of dissonance” among participants, some of whom wore the uniforms of Russian soldiers.

Corrections: May 28, 2025

Corrections that appeared in print on Wednesday, May 28, 2025.

Quote of the Day: A Mother’s Fear Spurs a Return To Venezuela

Quotation of the Day for Wednesday, May 28, 2025.

State Department Halts Interviews for Student and Exchange Visas

Secretary of State Marco Rubio issued a cable ordering a pause as the department expands its review of applicants’ social media accounts.

Turned Aside

What goes up must come down in this puzzle by Peter A. Collins.

Trump’s Attacks Have Helped Heal a Deeply Divided Harvard

Once at odds over the war in Gaza and questions about free speech, some people on Harvard’s campus have found a reason to come together.

Trump dice que Putin está ‘jugando con fuego’ y analiza sanciones contra Rusia

En las últimas semanas, Estados Unidos ha parecido distanciarse del conflicto en Ucrania y ha enviado mensajes contradictorios sobre los esfuerzos diplomáticos para terminar con la guerra.

Trump to Pardon Reality-Show Couple Convicted of $36 Million Fraud

The clemency for Todd and Julie Chrisley, the stars of “Chrisley Knows Best,” is Mr. Trump’s latest gift to people he calls victims of a weaponized justice system.

Rick Derringer, 77, Who Sang ‘Hang On Sloopy’ and ‘Rock and Roll, Hoochie Koo,’ Dies

A Zelig-like rocker, the guitarist, singer and songwriter collaborated with the likes of Barbra Streisand and Peter Frampton and composed Hulk Hogan’s “Real American” theme.

ICE, Shifting Tactics, Detains High School Student at N.Y.C. Courthouse

The detention of a 20-year-old Venezuelan appears to be the first reported instance of immigration officials apprehending a student in the city this year.

Marshals’ Data Shows Spike in Threats Against Federal Judges

Data gathered by the law enforcement agency responsible for judicial security showed 162 judges faced threats between March 1 and April 14.

Bitten by Alligator, Man Is Killed After Charging at Deputies, Sheriff Says

The authorities say that Timothy Schulz, 42, of Mulberry, Fla., swam across an alligator-filled lake before a violent encounter with deputies in the neighborhood.

Trump pretende que se cancelen todos los contratos federales con Harvard

Una carta dirigida a agencias federales les ordenará poner fin a contratos que suman alrededor de 100 millones de dólares. El objetivo es cortar los últimos lazos del gobierno con la universidad.

Palestinians Rush to New Aid Distribution Center in Gaza

As hundreds of Palestinians converged on an Israeli-backed aid distribution center in Rafah, Gaza, short bursts of gunfire caused the crowd to panic. The Israeli military said it fired warning shots near the compound.

A Gardener Stumbles Upon Hidden Treasure in a Vermont Park

Kelly Wakefield found a rock with a skull and crossbones in the same park last fall, but she didn’t realize that it was a clue to much more.

Jewish Community in Kansas City Mourns a ‘Radiant Link’ for Peace

At the funeral for Sarah Milgrim, who was killed outside a Jewish museum in Washington last week, the Israeli embassy aide was mourned as someone who wanted to help everyone.

Trump Asks Supreme Court to Let Him Send Migrants to South Sudan

Government lawyers said a federal judge in Boston had overstepped his authority by requiring hearings before deportations to countries other than the migrants’ own.

The U.S. Ended Some Covid Vaccine Recommendations

Also, chaos overran an aid site in Gaza. Here’s the latest at the end of Tuesday.

How Russia’s Invasion of Ukraine Transformed a Fake War in Oklahoma

This military simulation of a fictional NATO-Russia conflict attracted a new kind of re-enactment enthusiast.

Study Finds a Steep Drop in Mothers’ Mental Health

New research involving nearly 200,000 mothers found that one in 12 rated her mental health as fair or poor.

The Flashing Signals That I Just Saw in Israel

Israelis and Gazans both feel trapped by leaders they no longer trust.

Trump Loses Another Battle in His War Against Elite Law Firms

A judge struck down an executive order targeting WilmerHale, in the latest victory for the handful of firms that have fought back against a Trump administration crackdown.

Trump Accuses Putin of ‘Playing With Fire’ as He Mulls Sanctions

It remained to be seen whether President Trump’s latest comments indicated a new aggressive phase against Russia.

Wednesday Briefing: Chaos at a Gaza Aid Site

Plus, climbing Mount Everest with a performance enhancer.

The One Way Trump Hasn’t Changed the G.O.P.

Why Republicans still write budgets like it’s 2012.

The Patti LuPone Drama With Audra McDonald and Kecia Lewis, Explained

The offstage tensions between three Broadway stars became public after a dispute over sound levels, an Instagram post and a much-talked-about magazine article.

‘Adults’ Is ‘Friends’ for a More Anxious Generation

A new FX comedy follows a crew of aimless 20-somethings living together in Queens.

D.C. Mayor Unveils Budget Plan Aimed at Easing Pain of Congressional Cuts

Local officials announced trims, spending freezes and other fixes to blunt the effects of a billion-dollar budget cut that Congress forced on the city.

Texas Requires Apple and Google to Verify Ages for App Downloads

The state’s governor signed a new law that will give parents more control over the apps that minors download, part of a raft of new legislation.

Senator Tommy Tuberville of Alabama Will Run for Governor

The Alabama Republican is the latest federal lawmaker to seek elected office back at home.

SpaceX Loses Control of Starship, Adding to Spacecraft’s Mixed Record

Much was riding on Flight 9 for Elon Musk’s giant moon and Mars rocket after debris from January and March flights fell into the Atlantic Ocean, disrupting air travel.

Chaos Mars Opening of Israeli-Backed Aid Distribution Site in Gaza

Starvation looming, desperate Palestinians surged toward an aid center that Israel says was designed to circumvent Hamas.

Rape Charge Is Dropped Against Former Tech C.E.O. Dan Price

The owner of Gravity Payments became a prominent progressive figure on social media after raising the minimum pay at his company to $70,000.

Meta’s Fate Now Rests With a Judge

A landmark antitrust trial accusing the social media giant of cementing its dominance through acquiring Instagram and WhatsApp has concluded.

French Crypto Chiefs Step Up Security After String of Violent Kidnappings

​Big players in the crypto sector argue that new European cryptocurrency rules may be enabling recent abductions and are demanding changes and more security.

Stream These Movies and TV Shows Before They Leave Netflix in June

A handful of great titles are leaving as early as the first weekend of the month. Catch them while you can.

The Amazon Loses One of Its Most Celebrated Chroniclers

Sebastião Salgado, a renowned photojournalist who died last week, spent decades capturing an Amazon that is fast disappearing.

Harry, Hermione and Ron Are Cast for HBO’s ‘Harry Potter’

After tens of thousands of auditions, three newcomers were selected to play the television show’s leading roles.

Republican Calls for Russia Sanctions Intensify Amid Escalating Strikes

A group of G.O.P. senators has grown more vocal about urging penalties on Russia for its aggression against Ukraine, offering a counterpoint to President Trump’s hands-off stance.

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Jussie Smollett Donates $50,000 to Arts Center to Settle Chicago’s Lawsuit

Although the actor’s conviction for filing a false police report was overturned because of a previous deal with prosecutors, the city wanted him to pay for its hate crime investigation.

Trump indultó a un defraudador fiscal hijo de una de sus partidarias más leales

La solicitud de indulto de Paul Walczak mencionaba el apoyo de su madre al presidente, incluida la recaudación de millones de dólares y un vínculo a un complot para difundir un diario de la familia Biden.

Llegaron al Everest en cuestión de días gracias al gas que inhalaron

Un grupo de británicos fue de Londres a la cumbre del Everest y volvió en menos de una semana con ayuda de gas xenón. A los alpinistas y al gobierno nepalí no les hizo ninguna gracia.

Trump Threatens California Over Transgender Athletes’ Participation in Sports

The president said he would withhold federal funding, saying it was “totally unfair” for transgender athletes to compete in girls’ and women’s sports.

Justices Allow School to Bar Student From Wearing ‘Only Two Genders’ Shirt

Conservative justices dissented as the Supreme Court denied review in that case and one on religious objections to mining on sacred Indian land.

Trump Administration Tells State Regulators It Won’t Back Some Discrimination Claims

The E.E.O.C. said it would stop paying state and local civil rights agencies for claims from transgender employees or those based on “disparate impact.”

U.S. Will Receive ‘Golden Share’ in Steel Deal

The federal government will also have say over U.S. board members in a tie-up between Japan’s Nippon Steel and U.S. Steel, according to a lawmaker.

Trade Crime Is Soaring, U.S. Firms Say, as Trump’s Tariffs Incentivize Fraud

President Trump’s steep global tariffs have supercharged efforts to evade them. Some U.S. companies say the government is ill equipped to keep up.

Looking Back at Lollapalooza 1995

Revisit a peak music festival with songs by Hole, Beck, Elastica and more.

La guerra comercial con Trump pone el mercado laboral de China en riesgo

EE. UU. y China están negociando de nuevo los aranceles. Esta vez, la economía china atraviesa dificultades.

Test Your Spelling Skills

Do you think you have what it takes to compete with these Scripps Spelling Bee whizzes?

University of Florida Approves New President, Recruited From Michigan

Santa Ono, the president of the University of Michigan, was unanimously approved by Florida’s board despite criticism from conservatives of his past views on diversity programs.

A Union That Pushed Cuomo to Resign Spends $1 Million to Elect Him

Plus: the candidates for New York City mayor hit the campaign trail with just four weeks to go until the Democratic primary.

Sí, ese camión de 18 ruedas en una autopista de Texas se conduce solo

Mientras la industria del transporte tiene dificultades para contratar conductores, los camiones sin conductor no necesitarán dormir, no irán a toda velocidad ni tendrán episodios de ira. Pero los expertos y los choferes dicen que no son la panacea.

Robert Campbell, Architecture Critic in Love With Boston, Dies at 88

A Pulitzer Prize winner, he wrote with humanity and zest for The Boston Globe for more than 40 years.

Stocks Rally on the ‘TACO Trade’

The tongue-in-cheek term adopted by some analysts and commentators describes how markets tumble on President Trump’s tariff threats, only to rebound when he relents.

Ronnie Dugger, Crusading Texas Journalist, Dies at 95

As founding editor of The Texas Observer, he fought bigotry and exposed corporate greed, political chicanery and government corruption.

18 Intriguing Animal Photos to Get Your Students Thinking

A collection of some of our favorite “What’s Going On in This Picture?” images featuring encounters between animals and people.

Judge Temporarily Blocks White House From Ending Congestion Pricing

The ruling effectively keeps the New York City tolling program, the first of its kind in the United States, running through June 9. President Trump has long vowed to kill the program.

Marlow East Brings Southern Charm Uptown

April Bloomfield expands her portfolio to Texas, Minuto Bauli brings its Twinkie-adjacent Italian treats to New York and more restaurant news.

The C.D.C. Now Says Healthy Kids Don’t Need Covid Shots. Is That True?

Here’s what the data tells us about Covid’s risks to children — and the benefits of vaccination.

Trump Is Crossing So Many Lines

Readers respond to President Trump’s enrichment and his commencement speech at West Point. Also: Taxes for better health; “eat” tariffs.

Her Books and Movies Provoked France. Will Her Plays Do the Same?

Virginie Despentes is pivoting to theater. Playgoers “really show up, even for demanding or radical works,” she says.

U.S. Will No Longer Recommend Covid Shots for Children and Pregnant Women

Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. upended decades of standard protocol in announcing that the vaccine would be dropped from the immunization schedule for healthy children.

Cómo Corea del Norte estropeó el lanzamiento de un buque de guerra

Imágenes de satélite y videos muestran cómo la botadura lateral de un buque de guerra de unas 4535 toneladas puede hacer que se vuelque si se hace incorrectamente.

King Charles Describes a ‘Dangerous and Uncertain’ World

The king was invited to open Canada’s Parliament as a subtle rebuke to President Trump’s economic and annexation threats against Canada.

Southwest Airlines Sets Baggage Fees

Until now, it was the only major U.S. airline that allowed passengers to check two bags at no extra cost. On May 28, most passengers will start paying $35 for their first bag.

Why Isn’t My Favorite Composer More Popular?

I love the operas of Leos Janacek. So do audiences — when they go to see them. But the works remain stubbornly on the outskirts of the repertory.

Harvard Professor Who Studied Honesty Loses Tenure Amid Accusations of Falsifying Data

Francesca Gino, a prominent behavioral scientist at Harvard Business School, was accused of manipulating data in papers.

Trump Media Raises Money to Buy $2.5 Billion in Bitcoin

The deal is the latest move by companies partly owned by President Trump and members of his family to invest in crypto currency.

Algunos programadores de Amazon dicen que su trabajo ahora parece labor de almacén

La queja entre algunos ingenieros de software del gigante del comercio electrónico no es que la IA les ha quitado sus empleos, sino que los ha vuelto más tediosos y acelerados.

Atropello masivo en Liverpool: esto es lo que sabemos

Casi 50 personas, entre ellas cuatro niños, resultaron heridas el lunes después de que un conductor arrolló a una multitud que celebraba el título de la Premier League del Liverpool FC.

Video footage shared on social media showed hail pummeling the ground of a home’s outdoor patio in Abilene, Texas, on Sunday night.

Easy Chicken-Taco Tuesday

Easy to make, easy to eat and easy to love.

Trump Pardoned Tax Cheat After Mother Attended $1 Million Dinner

Paul Walczak’s pardon application cited his mother’s support for the president, including raising millions of dollars and a connection to a plot to publicize a Biden family diary.

Congo’s Former President Returns Home, Accused of Treason

Joseph Kabila was accused of supporting the Rwanda-backed militia M23. Days later he arrived in Goma, a city held by the militia, so he remains out of prosecutors’ reach.

After Curator’s Death, Venice Biennale Will Realize Her Vision

Koyo Kouoh had spent nearly seven months preparing the art event’s main exhibition before she died this month. Her team will complete the work and open the show in May 2026.

Do You Know Where in the World These Books Are Set?

Canada has a rich literary culture and many of its recent novelists have achieved international acclaim. See if you can match these five books to locations set within the country.

How a Generation’s Struggle Led to a Record Surge in Homelessness

Late baby boomers have endured challenges that have left many economically vulnerable and dependent on parents for help. With their parents dying, they are ending up on the streets in growing numbers.

Mediators Urge Gaza Cease-Fire Proposal as Israeli Offensive Looms

Israel, Hamas and the Trump administration have issued different messages about where efforts to reach a truce stand.

This Medieval Greek Fortress Is a Tourist Idyll. Would a Cable Car Spoil It?

The authorities in Monemvasia, founded in the sixth century, say people with limited mobility need access to the town’s peak. But critics say the project would destroy the identity of the site.

No Corrections: May 27, 2025

No corrections appeared in print on Tuesday, May 27, 2025.

En Nashville, los voluntarios se las ingenian para contrarrestar los operativos de ICE

Algunas organizaciones difunden avisos sobre los lugares donde se ha visto a la Patrulla de Caminos de Tennessee con agentes de migración.

Another Suspect Is Charged in Bitcoin Kidnapping and Torture Case

The man, William Duplessie, surrendered to the police Tuesday morning. Authorities have said the victim was an Italian man who was tormented in a luxury Manhattan townhouse for weeks.

Zelensky Is Expected in Berlin as Merz Steps Forward as Key Backer of Ukraine

A likely focus of talks between the two leaders will be military aid and whether Germany will provide Ukraine with the Taurus cruise missile.

A Day of Soccer Celebration, Then Chaos in Liverpool

The driver of a car that plowed into a crowd, injuring 65 people, was arrested on suspicion of attempted murder and driving while under the influence of drugs, British police said.

The Jeweler Behind Zendaya’s Blingy Engagement Ring

Jessica McCormack, the London jeweler with a knack for injecting cool-girl energy into top-dollar pieces, has opened a shop in Manhattan.

Dandy Attire for a Night at the Opera

Looking the part of a gentleman in a double-breasted blazer and pleated trousers.

How to Hide a 350-Foot Megayacht

Russian oligarchs use the offshore system to shield their luxury assets. The Trump administration is ending an effort to find and seize them.

NPR Sues Trump Over Order to Cut Funding

The lawsuit, filed in federal court in Washington by NPR and other public radio organizations, said President Trump’s executive order violated the Constitution and the First Amendment.

Trump Pardons Former Virginia Sheriff Convicted of Bribery

The ex-sheriff, Scott Jenkins, was convicted of federal bribery charges and sentenced to 10 years in prison. President Trump claimed the case was politically motivated.

How Tim Cook Could Build an ‘Off-Ramp’ to Placate Trump

Apple’s chief executive may have wiggle room to get back in the president’s good graces. It starts with the iPhone.

A Former Employee Testifies Sean Combs Threatened to Kill Kid Cudi

Capricorn Clark, who worked for the music mogul for years, said he kidnapped her while seeking revenge on the rapper, a romantic rival. The defense denies she was kidnapped.

Severe Storms Knock Out Power to Swaths of Texas

Heavy rain inundated Texas, leaving about 130,000 customers without power. More severe weather, and possible flooding, is expected on Tuesday.

Read the Trump Administration Letter About Harvard Contracts

Here is a draft of the letter expected to be sent today to federal agencies asking them to cancel any remaining contracts with the university.

Trump Intends to Cancel All Federal Funds Directed at Harvard

A letter to federal agencies will instruct them to end contracts, totaling about $100 million. It is meant to sever the government’s remaining ties with Harvard.

Faith and Credit

We try to demystify the bond market.

Caught Between Russia and the U.S., Germany Aims to Be a Stronger Force in NATO

As Germany’s new chancellor increases military spending, he has presided over the activation of a German tank brigade based in Lithuania and raised alarms about the threat from Russia.

La estrategia económica de Trump

Las acciones en materia económica del presidente estadounidense remecen los mercados. Además: una crisis medioambiental que une a México y EE. UU.

A New Front Line for Abortion Rights

A grand jury in Louisiana indicted a New York doctor for sending abortion pills to a Louisiana resident.

Wordle Review No. 1,439

Scroll down for hints and conversation about the puzzle for Wednesday, May 28, 2025.

G.O.P. Resistance to Trump’s Bill, and a Setback to a Contentious Gaza Aid Plan

Plus, Disney’s unexpected “rebel” star.

Connections Companion No. 717

Scroll down for hints and conversation about the puzzle for Wednesday, May 28, 2025.

They Inhaled a Gas and Scaled Everest in Days. Is It the Future of Mountaineering?

A group of British men went from London to the summit of Everest and back in less than a week with the help of xenon gas. Mountaineers and the Nepalese government weren’t pleased.

Lo sacrificó todo para llegar a EE. UU. y, con el gobierno de Trump, decidió irse

Yessica Rojas, madre venezolana, lo arriesgó todo para buscar un futuro mejor para sus dos hijos en Estados Unidos. Esta primavera, se marcharon de Misuri porque temía perderlos.

Trump quiere acabar con las ayudas para los migrantes, pero algunos ciudadanos serían afectados

Los esfuerzos del gobierno de Trump y el proyecto de ley fiscal del Partido Republicano pretenden restringir las prestaciones a las familias que incluyan a inmigrantes sin estatus legal permanente.

Satellite Images Suggest a Russian Plan to Restart Seized Ukrainian Nuclear Plant

Snaking power lines are part of Moscow’s goal to harness the power of the Zaporizhzhia facility, according to Greenpeace.

A French Pedophile Doctor Abused Hundreds in His Care. Why Wasn’t He Stopped?

Years before Joël Le Scouarnec was charged with abusing 299 former patients, he was convicted of downloading child sexual abuse imagery.

Blue Man Group’s Longtime Home Will Stage Off Broadway Dramas

A commercial producer active on Broadway and in the West End has signed a long-term lease for Astor Place Theater with plans for shows there.

She Was Addicted to Romance. So She Gave Up Sex.

The writer Melissa Febos has a taste for extremes. Her new book, “The Dry Season,” chronicles a bold experiment in her search for self-knowledge.

A Vermont Start-Up Was Close to Becoming Profitable. Then the Tariffs Hit.

A small Vermont business that sells water bottles used by cyclists and others is struggling to adapt to President Trump’s tariffs even after they were temporarily lowered.

Trump Is Getting the Military Parade He Wanted in His First Term

There will be 28 Abrams tanks, 6,700 soldiers, 50 helicopters, 34 horses, two mules and a dog, according to the Army’s plans for the June 14 event.

This California Highway Is Now a Park. The Cars Are Gone, but Not the Anger.

The transformation of a two-mile stretch of San Francisco’s Great Highway into a pedestrian promenade has set off a clash over the city’s anti-car culture.

Ramón Rodríguez Shoots and Scores

After years of typecasting and smaller roles, the actor has broken through as the damaged but gifted title character of “Will Trent,” a popular ABC procedural.

We Exposed Fraud at Enron and WorldCom. Don’t Let History Repeat Itself.

A proposal by Republican lawmakers to eliminate an auditing watchdog would make the next corporate disaster more likely.

She Sacrificed Everything to Reach the U.S. Under Trump, She Decided to Leave.

Yessica Rojas, a Venezuelan mother, risked everything to seek a better future for her two children in the United States. This spring, they left Missouri because she feared losing them.

A Modern Townhouse Rises in Brooklyn and an Anonymous Critic Follows

Neighbors say the in-your-face design of the building made it a target for criticism, leading someone to tag it with a museum-style plaque that commented on New York City’s affordable housing crisis.

Republican Crackdown on Aid to Immigrants Would Hit U.S. Citizens

The Trump administration’s efforts and the G.O.P.’s tax bill aim to restrict benefits for families that include immigrants without permanent legal status.

U.S. Ships Championed by Trump Cost 5 Times as Much as Asian Ones

President Trump and members of Congress want to revive U.S. shipbuilding with subsidies and penalties against Chinese-built ships. But there are obstacles.

Living Among the DOGE Wreckage

I live in D.C., and I’ve always cherished my friends and neighbors who signed on for public service. Now they’re being chased out of town.

Trump’s Oval Office Is a Gilded Rococo Nightmare. Help.

Is this really us?

What Made Nat King Cole, and These 5 Songs, Unforgettable

Colman Domingo and Patricia McGregor’s play “Lights Out” explores the beloved yet complicated performer who was subtly “advancing who we are as Americans.”

Pulp Took a 24-Year Break. Here’s What Brought Jarvis Cocker and Co. Back.

“Someone said, oh, that’s very age appropriate,” the frontman recalled, of a listen to the band’s new album. “I took it as a compliment.”

‘Everyone Around Me Thinks That I’m Crazy for Wanting to Come Back’

Nowhere is the longing for home more powerful than in Syria today.

To Take On Trump, Think Like a Lion

So many people are waiting in the tall grass of decency, ready to rush out to restore the nation that we have all loved.

My Visit to the Trump Winery, Where Patriotism Is Sold by the Bottle

Some pours were decent, some not good, but the visitors in red, white and blue garb seem more interested in the brand than the wines.

Vietnam Made Him a Writer. His Anger Still Burns on the Page.

A new biography of Tim O’Brien examines his formative time at war and the esteemed literary career that followed.

The Unparalleled Daily Miracle of Tap Water

Paying closer attention to what was coming out of my faucet changed the way I see the world.

They Built a Friendship Fighting for Peace. The Friendship Is Over.

An Israeli and a Palestinian negotiator forged an improbable friendship. Then politics got in the way.

What Won’t This Decorator Do?

Homes, hotels, restaurants, stores, books, candles, caviar sets. If you can build it, Ken Fulk wants to design it.

Driverless Semi Trucks Are Here, With Little Regulation and Big Promises

As the trucking industry struggles to recruit drivers, driverless trucks won’t need sleep, won’t speed and won’t get road rage. But experts and truck drivers say they are not a panacea.

Trump Questioned Whether U.S. Gold is Missing. His Allies Are Trying to Cash In.

It is unclear why the president fanned conspiratorial fears of U.S. gold being stolen. But gold investment companies endorsed by conservative stars have been capitalizing.

A New Stephen King Novel Asks, Does the World Have Heroes Anymore?

“Never Flinch” is a tale of stalkers and serial killers, with a strong dose of social critique.

Ready for a Mental Reboot? Sign Up for Our 5-Day Creativity Challenge.

This series of quick and fun exercises will help you feel lighter, happier and less stuck.

Israeli Forces Said They Killed a ‘Terrorist.’ He Was 14 Years Old.

The death of Amer Rabee, a Palestinian American in the West Bank, has spurred anger over soldiers’ use of force and an apparent lack of accountability.

Magic, Conspiracy and a Down-on-His-Luck Detective

In “Harmattan Season,” the search for a missing woman uncovers a scheme that could change the fate of an occupied city in West Africa.

What’s Best for My Pain: Tylenol or Advil?

Different classes of pain relievers work in different ways. Here’s how to figure out the ideal one for you.

‘Are the Bricks Evil?’ In a Village Built for Nazis, Darkness Lingers.

On the outskirts of Berlin, Waldsiedlung Krumme Lanke is an idyllic neighborhood with a sinister past, and a symbol of Germany’s effort to both remember and forget.

In New Jersey Wrestling, a High School Fight Goes Out of Bounds

When opposing fans taunted a wrestling star, he and his father fought back. The clash lay bare the intensity of competition, and parental interference, in an increasingly high-stakes sport.

Land Snorkeling? Townsizing? A User’s Guide to the Latest Travel Lingo.

Here are eight terms, some brand-new, others recently resurfaced, that match today’s travel trends.

In Nashville, Volunteers Are Figuring Out How to Counter ICE

In early May, Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents were spotted alongside Tennessee State Highway Patrol troopers in areas of Nashville.

ICE Agents and State Troopers Team Up in Nashville Operation

In early May, Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents were spotted alongside Tennessee State Highway Patrol troopers in areas of Nashville, partnering up for a weeklong operation that turned routine traffic stops into immigration arrests.

Police Quickly Gave Details on Liverpool Car Ramming, Aiming to Prevent Rumors

Just hours after the episode, the police announced that the driver was a white British man. After previous violence, false anti-Muslim speculation had been spread online.

Trump se beneficia económicamente de la presidencia, como ningún otro mandatario de EE. UU.

Los Trump no son la primera familia presidencial que saca provecho de su tiempo en el poder, pero han hecho más por monetizar la presidencia que cualquiera que haya ocupado la Casa Blanca.

Weinstein Trial to Shift to Defense After 3rd Accuser’s Striking Account

Jessica Mann broke down while testifying at the disgraced film mogul Harvey Weinstein’s sex crimes trial. His lawyers are expected to begin making their case this week.

Why Andrew Cuomo’s Critics Say He’s Just Like Eric Adams

Former Gov. Andrew M. Cuomo is the front-runner in the New York City mayor’s race. His critics say his mayoralty would be similar to a second term for the incumbent, Eric Adams.

Word of the Day: besmirch

This word has appeared in 18 articles on NYTimes.com in the past year. Can you use it in a sentence?

Unpacking Truths Behind Mental Health Trends

In her Psych 101 column, Christina Caron debunks mental health misinformation and offers readers solutions to common challenges.

Spelling Bee Forum

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

Japan Will Spend $6.3 Billion to Shield Its Economy From Trump’s Tariffs

Lawmakers approved a plan to help companies and consumers as officials bargain in Washington for relief from debilitating auto levies.

How North Korea Botched the Launch of a Warship

Satellite images and videos show how launching a 5,000-ton warship into the water sideways can cause it to capsize if done incorrectly.

Palabra del día: ‘besmirch’

Esta palabra ha aparecido en 18 artículos en NYTimes.com en el último año. ¿Puedes usarla en una frase?

Tuesday Briefing: U.S. and E.U. Talk Trade

Plus, redefining Sweden’s culture.

China’s Soft Spot in Trade War With Trump: Risk of Huge Job Loss

A chronic housing slowdown and high youth unemployment rate have made China more vulnerable than it was in President Trump’s first term.

A Science Fiction Writer Wrestles With China’s Rise, and His Own Decline

In his stories, Han Song explores the disorientation accompanying China’s modernization, sometimes writing of unthinkable things that later came true.

Quote of the Day: Luck Floats On Like a Butterfly

Quotation of the Day for Tuesday, May 27, 2025

Judge Criticizes Government Inaction in Case of Migrants Held in Djibouti

Judge Brian E. Murphy had ordered the Trump administration to offer due process to a group of men whom the government was trying to send to South Sudan.

Crystal Gazer

Ginny Too spreads the good word.

Charles B. Rangel: A Life in Pictures

The congressman from Harlem was a force on Capitol Hill — and a familiar presence on the streets he represented for decades.

Memorial Day Storms Cause Delays for Holiday Travelers

Thunderstorms in the south and central United States caused flight delays during Memorial Day weekend, the beginning of the summer travel season.

What We Know About the Car-Ramming at the Liverpool Parade in England

Almost 80 people, including four children, were injured on Monday after a driver plowed into a crowd that had been celebrating Liverpool F.C.’s Premier League title.

¿Por qué EE. UU. quiere enviar deportados a Sudán del Sur?

Los expertos dicen que el gobierno podría estar intentando moldear el comportamiento de los migrantes a través del miedo.

Hay casi 50 heridos luego de que un conductor embistió a una multitud en Liverpool

El conductor, un británico de 53 años, fue detenido, pero el suceso no se está tratando como terrorismo, dijo la policía. El primer ministro británico, Keir Starmer, describió las escenas como “espantosas”.

Tuesday Briefing: U.S. and E.U. Talk Trade

Plus, defining Sweden’s culture.

Republican Vote Against E.V. Mandate Felt Like an Attack on California, Democrats Say

For decades, California has been able to adopt its own emissions regulations, effectively setting the bar for carmakers nationally. And for just as long, Republicans have resented the state’s outsize influence.

Trump Praises Military, and His Return to Office, in Memorial Day Remarks

In a speech at Arlington National Cemetery, President Trump highlighted the sacrifices of soldiers and their families but also his own achievements.

Dozens Injured After Car Plows Into Crowd in Liverpool

Local police said they detained a man in connection with a car that was driven through a crowd of people attending a soccer parade on Monday.

Nearly 50 Injured After Driver Plows Into Parade Crowd in Liverpool

The driver, a 53-year-old British man, was arrested, but the event was not being treated as terrorism, the police said. Prime Minister Keir Starmer described the scenes as “appalling.”

Trump Suggests Giving Trade Schools Money Taken From Harvard

In a social media post, the president mused about redirecting $3 billion in research grant funding that his administration has frozen or withdrawn, but he gave no details.

La crisis medioambiental que une a México y EE. UU.

Hay un tipo de importación que nadie desea en California: las aguas residuales sin tratar que fluyen de México al sur del estado. El problema se remonta a un siglo atrás, pero ha empeorado en los últimos años.

What to Know About the Deportees the U.S. Is Trying to Send to South Sudan

The Trump administration has asked the Supreme Court to approve speedy deportations. Experts say the policy may be trying to shape the behavior of immigrants through fear.

¿Pies apestosos? Así es como puedes contener el olor

Una mezcla de bacterias y sudor probablemente sean los culpables, dicen los expertos. Pero unos pequeños cambios pueden ayudar mucho.

Former Austrian Chancellor Cleared of Perjury, but Legal Woes Remain

Sebastian Kurz, who became Austria’s youngest chancellor when he took office in December 2017 at 31, led two troubled governments.

House Bill Takes Aim at Tax Break for Sports Owners

The legislation cuts in half a tax write-off potentially worth hundreds of millions to some professional sports team owners.

Este vestido está dividiendo internet

Un maxi vestido “2 en 1” de Lululemon se ha convertido en un motivo de debate en TikTok. Además, está casi agotado.

The N.B.A.’s Age of Dynasties Is Over. Will That Hurt Its Business?

This year’s playoff ratings are excellent. But is a small-market problem looming?

Trump Condemns Putin Over Russia’s Recent Attacks on Ukraine

President Trump said he was not happy with President Vladimir V. Putin’s decision to unleash one of the largest offensives in Russia’s war against Ukraine.

Macron minimiza el video donde su esposa lo empuja: ‘Es una tontería’, dice

El presidente de Francia, Emmanuel Macron, dijo que la reacción al video era la más reciente de una serie de desinformaciones difundidas por “gente loca”.

Trump Condemns Putin’s Killings in Ukraine, but Doesn’t Make Him Pay a Price

President Trump says that the Russian president has “gone absolutely CRAZY’’ with attacks in Ukraine, but has so far refused to join Europe with its newest sanctions.

Trump aplaza los aranceles para la UE a julio

El presidente de EE. UU. dijo que daría más tiempo a la Unión Europea para negociar un acuerdo comercial.

Charles B. Rangel, Powerful Harlem Congressman, Dies at 94

The first Black chairman of the House Ways and Means Committee, he was a political force for decades, only to be tarnished by an ethics violation.

El gobierno de Venezuela se atribuye la victoria en las elecciones boicoteadas por la oposición

Los centros de votación de Caracas, la capital, y de otras ciudades estuvieron poco concurridos, pero las autoridades afirmaron que la participación fue superior al 40 por ciento.

Un ataque aéreo israelí en Gaza mata al menos a 7 hijos de una doctora, según las autoridades

Otros dos niños estaban desaparecidos, y el marido de la doctora y otro menor resultaron heridos en el ataque del viernes, dijeron funcionarios. Israel dijo que estaba verificando si había dañado a “civiles no implicados”.

Building a Home From 100 Miles of Cord

Chiharu Shiota, a Berlin-based artist, has conjured a multitude of immigrant stories in “Home Less Home,” her largest museum show in the U.S.

Giddy Up, Cowboy Caviar

It’s the trifecta of party dishes: delicious, easy and a crowd favorite.

‘It’s Nonsense’: Macron Plays Down Video of Shove From Wife

The French president, Emmanuel Macron, was pushed in the face as he left a plane in Vietnam. The bigger issue, he said, was the reaction, part of a string of disinformation by “crazy people.”

President Macron’s Wife Pushes Him in the Face

A video showed President Emmanuel Macron of France being pushed in the face by his wife, Brigitte, moments before they stepped off a plane in Vietnam.

Trump reprende a Putin y tilda de ‘absolutamente loco’ el avance de los ataques a Ucrania

“Está enviando cohetes a ciudades y matando gente, y no me gusta nada”, dijo el presidente Trump sobre su homólogo ruso.

Europe Secured a Tariff Delay From Trump, but Can It Now Make a Deal?

Officials from the European Union and the United States will start a new negotiating push, after President Trump delayed until July 9 tariffs of 50 percent.

How a Booker Prize-Winning Work From India Redefined Translation

An extraordinary author-translator collaboration produced a book, “Heart Lamp,” that was lauded for enriching the English language.

No Corrections: May 26, 2025

No corrections appeared in print on Monday, May 26, 2025.

Corrections: May 25, 2025

Corrections that appeared in print on Sunday, May 25, 2025.

Understanding Lapses in Learning

Readers, including Gov. Jared Polis of Colorado, discuss the state of education in America. Also: Better robots or better humans?

Four Former VW Managers Found Guilty in Emissions Trial

The men were accused of conspiring to conceal excess diesel emissions from regulators, helping to provoke a costly scandal.

Noem Visits Israel Amid Tensions Between Trump and Netanyahu

Kristi Noem, the homeland security secretary, expressed continued U.S. support for Israel despite recent disagreements.

Trump’s Comments on Gaza Reflect Israel’s Growing Isolation

For months, Israel’s strongest allies had been reluctant to join a wave of global censure against the war. Now, even the Trump administration appears to be growing impatient.

Manhunt Seeks Former Police Chief Imprisoned for Murder and Rape

Grant Hardin, 56, escaped on Sunday from a high-security prison in Arkansas, where he was serving a decades-long sentence for first-degree murder and rape.

U.S. envoy says the Syrian government will help find missing Americans or their remains.

What Is Swedish Culture? An Attempt to Answer Stirs Debate.

Is it Abba? Saunas? Plays by Strindberg? A government initiative to define an official cultural canon has unsettled many in the arts scene.

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What to Read this Summer

We have a list from an editor of the Book Review.

Connections Companion No. 716

Scroll down for hints and conversation about the puzzle for Tuesday, May 27, 2025.

Wordle Review No. 1,438

Scroll down for hints and conversation about the puzzle for Tuesday, May 27, 2025.

Russia Intensifies Attacks on Ukraine as U.S. Steps Back

With diplomatic efforts to reach a cease-fire appearing remote, and President Trump apparently abandoning the process, Russia has been escalating its assaults on Ukrainian cities and on the battlefield.

Cada vez más migrantes arriesgan la vida para ‘autodeportarse’

Miles de migrantes venezolanos están haciendo justo lo que los dirigentes estadounidenses quieren que hagan. Pero para volver a casa, se enfrentan a tantos peligros como en el viaje hacia el norte.

Last Year’s Cannes Winners Won Big at Oscars. Can the 2025 Crop Do the Same?

The most likely movies to grab academy voters are “Un Simple Accident,” “Sentimental Value” and “Nouvelle Vague.” But none are primarily in English.

Tech’s Trump Whisperer, Tim Cook, Goes Quiet as His Influence Fades

Apple’s chief executive has gone from winning President Trump’s praise to drawing his ire, deepening the company’s woes in a very bad year.

Members Only: A New Trump Club, Ned’s Club and the Enduring Old Guard

In a Washington rived by political differences, four private clubs reflect the sorting of the city’s establishment into separate corners at a turbulent time.

From the Creator of ‘Succession,’ a Delicious Satire of the Tech Right

Much of the pleasure of “Mountainhead” is the way it reflects our preposterous nightmare world.

If You Want a Seat at the Trial of Sean Combs, Leave Yesterday

Without any livestreaming of the often graphic testimony, securing space inside the federal courtroom has meant long lines and long waits.

How Can I Help My Children Make Appropriate Clothing Choices?

Choosing clothes is one of the simplest forms of self-expression. Our critic offers advice for guiding kids without constricting them.

Trump Is Asking Retailers to Deny Reality

Companies can’t deny reality.

50 Years After Saigon’s Fall, ‘the Wall’ Reflects and Collects a Nation’s Trauma

The Vietnam Veterans Memorial is a place of unexplainable power, many visitors say. Volunteer guides often speak of it as “Wall magic.”

King Charles Visits Canada in a Subtle Rebuke to Trump

The British monarch, who is Canada’s official head of state, is coming at a moment when President Trump has threatened the country’s sovereignty.

NATO Wants a Cordial Summit, but Trump or Zelensky Could Disrupt It

NATO’s leader is looking for little drama and a focus on new spending goals, not disagreements over Ukraine.

Dispatches From the Psych Ward Fuel This Ebullient Novel

Edward St. Aubyn returns with a wide-ranging narrative anchored by a schizophrenic patient.

Free Concerts, Festivals and Events in New York This Summer

When the weather gets warm, there are hundreds of ways to have a good time in the city without laying down any cash. Here are some of our favorites.

Trump’s Tariffs and Tax Bill May Derail U.S. Battery Industry

Domestic factories that make batteries to store power to meet America’s rising energy demand depend on Chinese components and federal subsidies.

Maggie Rogers: The Truth About Dreams

The thing I always remember about Radio City Music Hall is this: When the spotlight hits you and the crowd goes dark, the only things you can see are the exit signs.

Why I Find Comedy in Difficult Places. Like My Dad’s Stroke.

Mike Birbiglia’s father didn’t want him to become a comedian. But after writing a comedy special about him, he understands his dad better.

Ute Lemper Still Sings Songs of Rebellion. The Stakes Are Still High.

The German-born cabaret performer’s latest album celebrates the 125th anniversary of Kurt Weill’s birth, yoking classics to the language of today’s music.

$800,000 Homes in California

A bungalow in Berkeley, a house with sweeping views in Atascadero and a contemporary home in Joshua Tree.

Don’t Pity a Woman Eating Alone

Women eating alone receive pity — and free champagne. But there’s nothing to pity, or to praise, in a woman’s basic existence.

There Are Problems for Sure. But ‘Étoile’ Has Humor and Heart.

Amy Sherman-Palladino’s new series, created with her husband, takes ballet somewhere it doesn’t usually go: the world of comedy.

A New Super-Group of Creative Talent

The Independents has acquired more than a dozen companies in the last two years. The result is a conglomerate that has never before existed in fashion.

Kidnapped by Corsican Rebels, a Rich Girl Joins the Revolution

In Darrow Farr’s novel, “The Bombshell,” a spoiled French teenager comes to realize her social-justice-minded captors have a point.

In California, There’s One Import That Nobody Wants

Large amounts of untreated sewage flow daily from Mexico into Imperial Beach, Calif. That has closed beaches and sickened residents.

How a High Line Curator Keeps Up With Art in Multiple Cities

Cecilia Alemani works on public art for the popular greenway in addition to curating shows in New York and Santa Fe. This is what a few days in her life look like.

Electric Vehicles Died a Century Ago. Could That Happen Again?

Battery-operated vehicles were a mainstay more than a hundred years ago, but only a few still exist — one happens to be in Jay Leno’s garage.

Want More of ‘The Last of Us’? Read These Books Next.

If HBO’s zombie drama has you craving more postapocalyptic action, these books have got you covered.

Risking Their Lives to ‘Self-Deport’

Thousands of Venezuelan migrants are doing just what U.S. leaders want them to. But to get home, they face as many dangers as on the journey north.

One Steamy Month Charged With Forbidden Longing

In “The South,” a Malaysian man recalls the life-changing period he spent on his family’s dilapidated farm when he was a teenager.

A Tornado Came for Cave City. Would Trump’s FEMA?

“On-the-ground reality will show that most small communities don’t have a lot of room in the budget,” the mayor of Cave City, Ark., said after a tornado ripped through town in March.

‘Glengarry Glen Ross’ Is One Tragedy Too Many

“Glengarry Glen Ross” should be the play of our times. Instead, we seem to have exhausted our capacity to care.

‘The Rehearsal’ Argues That Cringe Comedy Can Save Lives

Times critics discuss the second season of Nathan Fielder’s docu-comic series, which proposed a link between plane crashes and social discomfort and used cloned dogs, giant puppets and more to explore it.

Trump’s Vision: One World, Three Powers?

President Trump’s recent actions and statements suggest he might want an arrangement where the United States, China and Russia each dominate their sphere of influence.

Sonic Detectives Want to Help SpaceX Listen Up

Physicists who record rocket launches and landings are learning important facts about the acoustics of spaceflight.

As George Lucas’s ‘Starship’ Museum Nears Landing, He Takes the Controls

The ‘Star Wars’ director parted ways with the museum’s top boss and is clearly calling the shots as his Museum of Narrative Art in Los Angeles approaches completion.

I Was Obama’s Budget Director. It’s Time to Worry About the National Debt.

In its current form, the budget legislation moving through Congress would exacerbate the fiscal challenges we face.

Jan Todd May Be the Reason You’re Lifting Weights

Once known as “the world’s strongest woman,” Dr. Todd spent 50 years breaking records — and turning strength into a field of study.

Luxury Hotels Are Replacing Cheap Motels in the Hamptons

Some residents are lamenting the loss of the old-fashioned motor inns, while others say the “classic” lodgings were outdated and due for an upgrade.

A Sweet and Savory Road Trip in Northern Michigan

After a drive through this bountiful area of Grand Traverse Bay, your car will overflow with organic fruit and vegetables, freshly caught whitefish, baked goods and more. Just don’t forget to bring a cooler.

This Italian Port City Transformed Its Identity. Here Come the Tourists.

Foreigners — and residents — long avoided Bari’s old town, which had been plagued by mob crime. Now, with direct flights from the U.S. starting, residents are excited, but wary.

He Went to Minneapolis and Never Really Left

A photographer covered protests in the city after George Floyd was murdered. Five years later, he is still working on the story of a city.

New to Congress, She’s in the Cross Hairs of Trump’s Justice Department

Representative LaMonica McIver faces assault charges after a clash outside a migrant detention center in Newark, the city where she rose to political power.

In the U.S., Archaeology Stares Down an Uncertain Future

Federal layoffs and grant terminations threaten efforts to understand and preserve the nation’s past. “We are getting cut off at the knees,” said one archaeologist.

Spelling Bee Forum

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

Head of New Gaza Aid System Resigns Over Lack of Autonomy

Jake Wood quit the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation, saying it was “not possible” to implement a new Israeli-backed aid system in the enclave while remaining neutral and independent.

Marcel Ophuls, Myth-Shattering War Documentarian, Is Dead at 97

He was best known for “The Sorrow and the Pity,” a landmark film that debunked ideas of vast French resistance to the Nazi occupation.

Venezuela’s Government Claims Victory in Polls Boycotted by Opposition Leader

Polling places in Caracas, the capital, and other cities were sparsely populated but officials claimed turnout was higher than 40 percent.

Monday Briefing: Trump Delayed E.U. Tariffs

Plus, Mexico City’s artistic eras.

The ‘Summer House’ Reunion, Plus 9 Things to Watch on TV This Week

The ninth season of the Bravo show wraps up, and Jesse Armstrong’s movie “Mountainhead” airs on HBO.

We Are Not Being Asked to Run Into Cannon Fire. We Just Need to Speak Up.

At a time of national crisis, Memorial Day reminds us to honor past sacrifices by standing up for democracy.

Erdogan Might Have Finally Gone Too Far

The international community does not seem poised to prevent Erdogan from setting Turkey on the path to autocracy. Nevertheless, he might still fail.

As South Korea Gets Ready to Vote, Women Don’t Like the Choices

Women took the lead in the protests against South Korea’s last president. But the men running to replace him are saying little about the discrimination they face.

Quote of the Day: Israel’s Top-Down Eurovision Campaign

Quotation of the Day for Monday, May 26, 2025.

Phil Robertson, ‘Duck Dynasty’ Patriarch, Dies at 79

He founded the duck-call business that became the foundation of his family’s reality television empire.

‘The Last of Us’ Season 2 Finale Recap: The Monster at the End

Dina learns the truth. Ellie learns a hard lesson about the unintended consequences of vengeance.

Texas Doctor Who Filed $118 Million in Fraudulent Medical Claims Gets 10 Years in Prison

Jorge Zamora-Quezada falsely diagnosed patients with a chronic disease and subjected them to unnecessary treatments to help fund his lavish lifestyle, officials said.

Suddenly: A Mirror!

People who are suddenly confronted with who they are.

Trump Rebukes Putin, Calling Escalation of Attacks ‘Absolutely Crazy’

“He’s sending rockets into cities and killing people, and I don’t like it at all,” President Trump said of his Russian counterpart.

Trump Delays E.U. Tariffs Until July 9

President Trump said he would give the European Union more time to negotiate a trade deal before 50 percent tariffs take effect.

Choir Member

Ari Halpern keeps a close watch.

Monday Briefing: Russia Bombards Ukraine

Plus, Mexico City’s artistic eras.

A Quiet Funeral in Israel for Victim of Washington Shooting

Yaron Lischinsky, 30, was buried on Sunday in the small town where his family lived.

¿Cómo saber si soy un adulto con TDAH?

El trastorno por déficit de atención con hiperactividad es una de las afecciones mentales más frecuentes. Te decimos las señales de que podrías necesitar una evaluación.

American Charged With Trying to Firebomb Embassy Building in Tel Aviv

Joseph Neumeyer, 28, is also accused of threatening President Trump. He appeared in federal court in Brooklyn on Sunday.

Tony Bechara, Painter Who Championed Latino Artists, Dies at 83

He turned away from a potential career in the law or international relations to produce abstract paintings, and he headed El Museo del Barrio.

Venezuela celebra elecciones para el Esequibo, territorio de otro país

La mayoría de los países y los habitantes de esta región están de acuerdo: pertenece a Guyana. El presidente de Venezuela Nicolás Maduro convocó elecciones para este territorio rico en petróleo.

Florida Man Sentenced to 30 Days for Shooting and Poisoning Dolphins

A charter boat captain used pesticide-laced bait and a shotgun to target dolphins interfering with his clients’ fishing lines, prosecutors said.

Cómo ayudar a una persona que atraviesa una pérdida repentina

Quizás sientas el impulso de apartarte porque no sabes qué hacer ni decir. He aquí algunas formas de acompañar a alguien en duelo.

Russian Bombardment Kills at Least a Dozen People in Ukraine

An hourslong assault on Ukraine by Russia with missiles and drones underscored how months of diplomatic efforts to broker a cease-fire have failed to yield a breakthrough.

Las mejores películas de 2025 hasta ahora

Nuestros críticos han elegido 10 películas que quizá te hayas perdido, pero que merecen tu tiempo este fin de semana largo.

‘Lilo & Stitch’ and Tom Cruise Add to a Box Office Boomlet

Moviegoing in the United States and Canada has rebounded over the last two months. Theater owners credit a wider variety of releases.

Tras unas elecciones turbias, Maduro pide a los venezolanos que vuelvan a votar

Algunos en la oposición afirman que la única forma de protestar es abstenerse. Otros dicen que hacerlo permitirá al gobierno asegurar que “ganaron sin resistencia”.

‘Queen of Spades’ Review: A Fiery Soprano Breaks Through

At the Metropolitan Opera’s season premiere of Elijah Moshinsky’s production, it was the women who led, while a strong cast carried the patchwork plot.

Fiscal Hawks in Senate Balk at House’s Bill to Deliver Trump’s Agenda

Senator Ron Johnson of Wisconsin and Senator Rand Paul of Kentucky both indicated that they would seek major changes to the bill that passed the House.

For Trump, Civil Rights Protections Should Help White Men

Administration officials pick and choose which civil rights protections they want to enforce, and for whom.

Nino Benvenuti, Olympic Boxer Who Ruled the Ring in Italy, Dies at 87

Celebrated as much for his charisma as his boxing skill, he was a 1960 gold medalist in Rome, where he overshadowed a young Muhammad Ali.

It’s Time for Outdoor Potatoes

In the form of this lemon potato salad with mint, a five-star Melissa Clark classic.

Israeli Airstrike Kills at Least 7 of a Doctor’s Children, Gaza Officials Say

Two more children were missing, and the doctor’s husband and one other child were injured in the strike on Friday, the officials said. Israel said it was checking if it had harmed “uninvolved civilians.”

Severe Storms Threaten the Southern Plains and Southeast

There was an enhanced risk for severe thunderstorms in parts of Texas on Monday, forecasters said. They warned of hail larger than two inches in diameter and damaging winds.

Seeing a Tide of Fascism: Flee or Fight?

Readers respond to a video about three Yale professors who are leaving for Canada. Also: A West Point book ban; cooperation on the environment.

The Trump Administration Is Trying to Unravel One of Our Greatest National Accomplishments

The Trump administration is trying to unravel one of our greatest national achievements.

A Fringe Movement

We explain the ideology behind a recent attack.

How the Ravages of Age Are Ravaging the Democratic Party

Democrats need to figure out how to elevate new voices.

Why Is This Supreme Court Handing Trump More and More Power?

The Supreme Court bears a heavy dose of responsibility for plunging the legal world into chaos.

Knicks vs. Hicks: Let Us Praise Old-Fashioned Contempt

Society’s antagonisms can find a graceful outlet on the hardwood.

Bruce Springsteen Will Never Surrender to Donald Trump

Trump’s anger at Springsteen is driven by their two opposing visions of the American dream.

Wordle Review No. 1,437

Scroll down for hints and conversation about the puzzle for Monday, May 26, 2025.

The Real Value of Pope Leo’s Americanness

The experience of Catholics in the United States has now become the default condition of the faith worldwide.

Connections Companion No. 715

Scroll down for hints and conversation about the puzzle for Monday, May 26, 2025.

Russia Bombards Ukraine With One of Largest Air Assaults of the War

The attack involved nearly 370 missiles and drones, according to the Ukrainian Air Force. At least 12 people were killed.

In the Shadow of a Tainted Election, Maduro Asks Venezuelans to Vote Again

Some in the opposition say the only way to protest is to abstain. Others say doing so will let the government “say they won without resistance.”

These Plants Protect Larvae From Wildfires

Growths on plants formed by parasitic weevils help their offspring hunker down on a Brazilian savanna and outlast the flames.

As Trumps Monetize Presidency, Profits Outstrip Protests

The president and his family have monetized the White House more than any other occupant, normalizing activities that once would have provoked heavy blowback and official investigations.

5 Years After George Floyd’s Murder, the Backlash Takes Hold

The Black Lives Matter movement, kicked into high gear after Mr. Floyd’s murder on May 25, 2020, has given way to the politics of “white grievance” championed by President Trump.

A ‘Mission: Impossible’ Fan Favorite Returns 3 Decades Later. Even He’s Surprised.

Rolf Saxon thought he was being pranked when the director of the new film contacted him for a role that actually expanded during production.

How Donald Trump Has Remade America’s Political Landscape

The steady march to the right across a vast number of counties reveals the extent of the nation's transformation in the Trump era, and the seriousness of the Democrats' problems.

Some Sneaky Fees Can No Longer Hide. But Watch Out for Others.

Resort fees, cleaning fees, service fees: Those charges now must be disclosed upfront. But the fight against “junk fees” is far from over.

Is There a Good Way for Religious Garments to Be Discarded?

Celestial Recycling is helping answer that very question for members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

The Counties Where Trump Made Gains

We look at “triple-trending counties,” where either the Republicans or the Democrats gained vote share in all of the last three presidential elections. Shane Goldmacher, a national political correspondent for The New York Times, shows that President Trump has gained ground as the country’s political geography has realigned.

How Sex and Religion Collided in 1980s Culture

Madonna, Scorsese, Warhol and “Piss Christ” play roles in Paul Elie’s maybe-too-comprehensive look at how divisive expressions of faith came to the fore.

Six Months Later, Democrats Are Still Searching for the Path Forward

The party’s standing is startlingly low after a defeat that felt like a cultural rejection. What comes next?

These Founding Fathers Were Frenemies. Maybe We Can Learn Something.

Can the fraught relationship between Thomas Jefferson and John Adams help heal our own hyper-polarized politics? Monticello is betting yes.

Venezuela Is Holding an Election. For Another Country’s Land.

In Sunday’s election, President Nicolás Maduro has called to elect a governor of Essequibo — a region that actually belongs to neighboring Guyana.

At Amazon, Some Coders Say Their Jobs Have Begun to Resemble Warehouse Work

Pushed to use artificial intelligence, software developers at the e-commerce giant say they must work faster and have less time to think. Others welcome the shift.

1 Writing Class, 35 Years, 113 Deals, 95 Books

For three decades at Columbia Journalism School, Sam Freedman has encouraged students to try long-form narratives. His brand of tough love has paid dividends.

Where Have All My Deep Male Friendships Gone?

I have many guy friends. Why don’t we hang out more?

Trump’s Warming Toward Syria Complicates Israel’s Military Strategy

Since President Trump’s embrace of the new Syrian leader, Israeli airstrikes on the country have subsided.

Trump Allies Look to Benefit From Pro Bono Promises by Elite Law Firms

Veterans, in particular, are seeking free legal work from firms that cut deals with the White House like Skadden, Kirkland & Ellis and Paul Weiss.

Selfies From the Front: Inside the ‘V.I.P.’ Brigade for Ambitious Russian Officials

After a stint with a drone unit led by a member of Parliament, Russian officials return to work, and promotions, garlanded as war veterans. Most soldiers are stuck in indefinite deployments.

Stories for When Real Life Feels Like a Dream (or Nightmare)

In a new collection, Etgar Keret offers tales of humanity in the strangest of circumstances.

Divorcing? There’s a Coach for That.

Divorce coaches are supporting their clients through breakups — offering emotional support, logistical help and strategies for reducing stress and making clearheaded decisions.

The Essential Terry Pratchett

The prolific fantasy author, best known for his Discworld series, infused his writing with empathy and humor. Here’s where to start.

The Greatest Sports Photo Ever Made Turns 60

When Muhammad Ali knocked down Sonny Liston on May 25, 1965, a 22-year-old photographer named Neil Leifer was ringside. Decades later, the image he captured still has our attention.

After Childbirth Put Me in a Coma, I Couldn’t Remember My Faith

Life-threatening complications changed how I prayed and everything I believed.

​North Korea Makes Arrests Over Failed Ship Launch That Angered Kim Jong-un

Three shipyard officials were arrested, including the chief engineer, state media said. The North Korean leader was watching as the launch of a navy destroyer went wrong.

A Tom Cruise le gusta mucho (mucho) el cine

Una de las mayores estrellas de la industria también es su evangelista más entusiasta. Espera que le salga bien en la octava película de “Misión imposible”.

Trump ignora las advertencias económicas y pasa de los recortes fiscales a los aranceles

Hasta ahora, la política económica del presidente de EE. UU. está sacudiendo los mercados, las empresas y a los consumidores.

Mi esposo tuvo una aventura y me divorcié de él. ¿Deben saber nuestros hijos por qué?

Mis amigos creen que nuestros hijos deberían saber la verdad.

Sinkholes, Bane of Today’s Drivers, Offer Peek Into a Lost Mining Past

A part of Interstate 80 in New Jersey passes near and over abandoned iron mines, remnants of a thriving ore-and-mineral industry that began before the American Revolution.

When a Press Pass Fails to Protect

A Times reporter was struck by a rubber bullet while covering protests in Quebec in 2001.

‘When I Got to the Class, the Tall Man Who Was Filling In Glanced at Me’

A reunion of teacher and student in Riverdale, a deli order faux pas and more reader tales of New York City in this week’s Metropolitan Diary.

A Punk-Rock Past Comes With Unwanted Baggage for a N.Y. Politician

Justin Brannan, a city comptroller candidate, expressed remorse for decades-old messages where he appeared to use the Columbine shootings to promote his band.

What a Reporter Learned From Over 100 Wild Roommate Tales

The Metro section recently asked New Yorkers to share their roommate stories. Tales of maggots, emergency bathtub bunking and lifelong friendships ensued.

Spelling Bee Forum

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Qatari Push to Dominate Another Sport, Table Tennis, Draws Scrutiny

A wealthy Qatari businessman’s campaign to lead the sport’s global body is being investigated. One of his critics was detained and interrogated in Doha.

Zombies Are Better Than the Alternative

When I think about the zombie apocalypse on “The Last of Us,” I am not thinking about the possibly apocalyptic things that are really taking place in 2025.

Inside a Trump Family Project in Vietnam

As President Trump blurs the lines between politics and business — and threatens steep tariffs on trade partners — governments feel compelled to favor Trump-related projects. Damien Cave, Vietnam bureau chief for The New York Times, and Katrin Bennhold, a senior writer on the international desk, discuss how this dynamic has played out in Vietnam, at the groundbreaking of a fast-tracked $1.5 billion Trump golf complex.

Why Vietnam Ignored Its Own Laws to Fast-Track a Trump Family Golf Complex

As President Trump blurs the lines between politics and business — and threatens steep tariffs on trade partners — governments feel compelled to favor Trump-related projects.

The Beaches Are Open in New York City. So Are the Lifeguard Chairs.

Beach season began Saturday with 280 lifeguards, well short of what the city needs, amid a yearslong staffing shortage. But more will come by summer’s peak.

Susan Brownmiller, Who Reshaped Views About Rape, Dies at 90

Her book “Against Our Will” argued that rape was a crime of power and violence, not passion; it led to laws that made it easier to prosecute rapists.

U.S. Man Who Lived Abroad With Family’s Nanny Is Charged in Wife’s Murder

A man who appeared to be a grieving husband after he found his wife fatally shot at their Georgia business in 2006 was arrested this week and charged in her killing, officials said.

Travel Bug

Dylan Schiff’s puzzle might be highly theoretical, but its mind-bending nature is real.

Iranian Movie Shot in Secret Wins Palme d’Or at Cannes Film Festival

The film, “Un Simple Accident,” was directed by Jafar Panahi, a longtime festival favorite. The award capped a contest that was widely seen as the strongest in years.

New Gaza Aid Plan, Bypassing U.N. and Billed as Neutral, Originated in Israel

Foreign contractors are set to carry out a contentious new food aid system in Gaza, displacing experienced aid agencies like the United Nations. It was conceived and largely developed by Israelis as a way to undermine Hamas.

A Veteran Vintage Dealer Tries On Manhattan

Tommy Dorr, the owner of Mothfood, has been in the business for more than two decades. But it wasn’t until this month that he brought the shop to his most discerning shoppers: New Yorkers.

Trump Gives Commencement Address at West Point, Stressing a New Era

The president said the graduating cadets would enter a service no longer subject to “absurd ideological experiments” or “nation-building crusades.”

El gobierno de Israel lideró la campaña del país para intentar ganar Eurovisión

En un momento en que los artistas israelíes se ven rechazados en los escenarios mundiales por las acciones de su país en Gaza, Eurovisión parece haber cobrado importancia para el gobierno de Israel.

1 Dead After Explosion on Barge Near Manhattan Sewage Plant

The victim, who worked at the plant, was transporting raw sewage on the boat when part of it exploded on Saturday, the Fire Department said. The cause is under investigation.

Frank Moore, a Top Aide to Jimmy Carter, Is Dead at 89

After serving as chief of staff when Carter was governor of Georgia, he followed him to Washington, where both men encountered a hostile political establishment.

U.S. Lifts Some Sanctions on Syria, Fulfilling a Trump Pledge

President Trump had promised to lift sanctions during his trip to the Middle East, where he met with President Ahmed al-Shara of Syria.

Michael Roemer, Maker of Acclaimed but Little-Seen Films, Dies at 97

His “Nothing but a Man” and “The Plot Against Harry” drew critical praise but never found an audience. He said he took “a certain pride in not having been a success.”

Crypto Investor Charged With Kidnapping and Torturing Man for Weeks

The investor, 37-year-old John Woeltz, and another man abused their victim for three weeks in a Manhattan townhouse as they tried to get his Bitcoin password, prosecutors say.

One Thing Still Unites Republicans

The Republican tax and benefit cuts are two sides of the same coin.

What Do You Win When You Work at the Carnival?

In “The Sparkle,” a carnival worker dreams of leaving what he knows behind to follow his passion. What is there for him on the other side?

‘Economical, Adaptable and Endlessly Forgiving’

Would that every dish could be as kind — and delicious and riffable and filling — as this chickpea fatteh.

The Sparkle

A carnival worker dreams of leaving what he knows behind to follow his passion. What is there for him on the other side?

Cómo dejar de juzgar tanto a los demás

Haz esto cuando sientas la tentación de criticar al otro.

Power Outage in Cannes During Film Festival Is Sabotage, Officials Say

An arson attack and damage to a transmission tower cut off power in the area, the authorities said. The festival’s closing ceremony on Saturday is scheduled to proceed normally.

2 Novels of America at Particular, Peculiar Moments

Florida in the early 1960s; California in the mid-1980s.

Hamburg Stabbing Attack Victims Are in Stable Condition, Police Say

The police said they believed the violence, which injured 18 people during Friday’s evening rush hour, was not politically motivated.

Dance$ With Emolument$

Trump, selling the presidency to the highest bidders.

Trump Is Immensely Vulnerable

Critics should focus on his economic failures, corruption and manipulation and get their own houses in order.

A Brain-Dead Woman Is Being Kept on Machines to Gestate a Fetus. It Was Inevitable.

Abortion laws did not consider what happens if a woman dies while her fetus has a heartbeat.

Give Yourself a Break, Tom Cruise. Give Us All a Break.

It’s hard to suspend disbelief watching a movie when you’re thinking about how much Tiger Balm went into its making.

The Way You Build Muscle Is the Way You Build a Life

Our muscles, ourselves.

What Is ‘Dying With Dignity’?

Readers respond to a doctor’s essay about the drawbacks of medical-aid-in-dying measures.

The Man of the Moment Is 3,000 Years Old

We could never really be sure who he was. Maybe that was the point.

Working Out

Reorganizing your week just might make it possible to reorient your relationship with time.

Canada’s Central Banker on Economic Turmoil and Diversifying Trade

We spoke with Tiff Macklem, the governor of the Bank of Canada, after a meeting of top economic policymakers in Alberta.

Connections Companion No. 714

Scroll down for hints and conversation about the puzzle for Sunday, May 25, 2025.

Wordle Review No. 1,436

Scroll down for hints and conversation about the puzzle for Sunday, May 25, 2025.

Russia and Ukraine Exchange Air Assaults Amid Major Prisoner Swap

The hourslong raids, involving hundreds of drones, were a reminder that any diplomatic resolution to the conflict remains far off.

Pivoting From Tax Cuts to Tariffs, Trump Ignores Economic Warning Signs

The president’s economic policy approach is so far rattling markets, businesses and consumers.

Documents Show E.P.A. Wants to Erase Greenhouse Gas Limits on Power Plants

The agency plans to argue that carbon emissions from power plants do not contribute “significantly” to climate change. Scientists disagree.

Inside United’s Command Center at Newark Airport

Amid dire conditions at the airport, an airline operations crew has had to figure out how to get more than 600 flights a day to take off and land without incident.

Can a Man Call Another Man to Say Goodnight?

A social media trend has men surprising their friends with a call before bed. The results have been surprising.

¿Cómo era posible que no amara a mi bebé?

Lo que ocurre cuando la maternidad no es como esperabas.

Universities See Trump’s Harvard Move as a Threat to Them, Too

College officials fear that President Trump may use international enrollment as leverage to demand changes on campuses elsewhere.

Scarlett Johansson revela su nuevo papel: cineasta

La estrella supo que quería dirigir “Eleanor the Great” desde el instante en que el proyecto pasó frente a sus ojos. “El guion me encontró en el momento oportuno”.

How the Right Has Reshaped the Narrative Around George Floyd

After George Floyd was killed, people from the right and left agreed that the act was unconscionable. Now, some conservatives are calling for the police officer responsible to be pardoned.

We Tracked Police Killings 5 Years After George Floyd

Killings by the police didn’t go down after George Floyd’s death and the protests that followed — they went up. Steven Rich, a data reporter, explains his findings and what may have contributed to the increase.

Since George Floyd’s Murder, Police Killings Keep Rising, Not Falling

The number of people killed by the police has risen every year since the murder of Mr. Floyd by a Minneapolis officer in 2020.

A Blouse Gets Entangled in a Political Tussle in Eastern Europe

Nationalists in Romania have adopted an item of clothing traditionally worn by villagers, particularly women. Liberals say it’s an appropriation of a cultural identity that belongs to everyone.

City Beekeepers: The Dos and Don’ts of Maintaining an Urban Hive

It’s perfectly legal to keep registered honeybee hives in the city, but they can’t become a nuisance to the neighbors.

Two Decades After Her Death, Celia Cruz Lives On for Her Fans

Whether minted on a U.S. coin, captured as a bobblehead or painted in a new Miami mural, the late “Queen of Salsa” continues to draw attention to her musical legacy 100 years after her birth.

Fetterman, Often Absent From Senate, Says He Has Been Shamed Into Returning

The first-term Pennsylvania Democrat said his openness about his mental health issues has been “weaponized” against him, prompting him to start showing up for votes and hearings he considers useless.

At 98, the ‘Coroner to the Stars’ Is Getting One Last Act

Thomas Noguchi, the former chief medical examiner in Los Angeles, is featured in the Tony-nominated Broadway musical “Dead Outlaw” and in a new documentary about his life.

Retirees, Get Ready to Need Long-Term Care. Here’s What to Know.

Demand and costs for care are rising at the same time that a labor shortage threatens to worsen. How can you plan for this need now?

What We Know About ‘The Paper,’ the Upcoming ‘Office’ Spinoff

It takes place at a small newspaper in Toledo, Ohio, and at least one original cast member will return from the hit NBC sitcom.

15 Unforgettable Looks at Cannes

Three-dimensional gowns, thigh-high men’s boots, adult-size bibs and more.

5 Podcasts That Revisit the Past Through Oral Histories

These compelling shows dig into momentous political and cultural moments through the voices of the people who were there.

Separated as Toddlers, Raised on Opposite Sides of the World

In her entrancing, disturbing “Daughters of the Bamboo Grove,” Barbara Demick traces the wildly divergent paths of twins born in China under the one-child rule.

In the Midst of War, a Tale of Hot Dogs

Nathan’s Famous has found a foothold in Ukraine, a hot dog-loving country.

Conversations With Emotionally Stunted Friends

Abandoned by both her mother and a really bad ex, the 25-year-old narrator of “Gingko Season” avoids her own traumas by focusing on grand historical ones.

A Rom-Com Heroine Wonders, What Is the Price of Love?

In the novel “Consider Yourself Kissed,” a wife and mother faces many of the same hurdles in 2016 that women did decades ago.

‘We Must Start Dreaming Again’: An Angolan Writer Sees Magic in Everyday Life

In his latest novel, “The Living and the Rest,” José Eduardo Agualusa takes readers to a literary festival in Africa where novelists’ characters come to life.

A 20-Minute Workout You Can Do on the Go

If you want to fit in some exercise on your next vacation, try these no-equipment moves.

Daniel Sunjata on the Photo With Michael Jordan He Treasures

“Every time I look at it, it makes me feel like I touched greatness and maybe a little rubbed off,” the “High Potential” actor said about picture day with the Chicago Bulls.

La peligrosa obsesión de Trump con el canal de Panamá

Al presionar al presidente panameño para obtener concesiones, Trump debilita a un aliado clave de Estados Unidos

¿Quiénes asistieron a la criptocena de Trump?

La cena, en la que Trump pronunció un discurso, fue un momento extraordinario en el que el presidente aprovechó su posición para ganar dinero: para su criptoempresa y para su club de golf de Virginia, que organizó el evento.

¿Por qué los poderosos de Silicon Valley están tan obsesionados con los hobbits?

Los poderosos de la tecnología y la extrema derecha mundial están aprendiendo todas las lecciones equivocadas de “El señor de los anillos”.

Nuevos estudios descartan indicios de vida en un planeta lejano

En abril, los astrónomos dijeron que habían detectado una posible señal de vida en el exoplaneta K2-18b. Ahora, tres análisis independientes descartan las pruebas.

Drivers Who Run Red Lights Get Tickets. E-Bike Riders Get Court Dates.

Some worry that New York City’s crackdown on unsafe cyclists leaves them facing greater consequences than drivers, even though cars cause more fatalities.

Cuando cayó la Unión Soviética, ¿la KGB dejó un regalo para los espías actuales en Brasil?

Investigadores sospechan que agentes de la KGB, que trabajaron en Brasil al final de la Unión Soviética, presentaron actas de nacimiento de recién nacidos ficticios para que una futura generación de espías las reclamara algún día.

How Sarita Choudhury Spends Her Sundays

The “And Just Like That …” star lifts her spirits by grabbing coffee with friends, then escapes the world for an hour with acupuncture.

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Plastic Spoons, Umbrellas, Violins: A Guide to What Americans Buy From China

The things the U.S. imports a lot, the things it doesn’t and everything in between.

Judge Orders Trump Officials to Seek Return of Guatemalan Man to U.S.

Judge Brian Murphy criticized the government for errors in the case and said the man, who feared persecution if he was deported, was likely to show “his removal lacked any semblance of due process.”

Europe’s Been Negotiating by the Book, but Trump’s Tearing It Up

The Trump administration sees tariff talks as a chance to pressure a rival into concessions. E.U. officials have acted as though they were dealing with an ally.

Quote of the Day: Prowling Neighbor a City Thought It Shed

Quotation of the Day for Saturday, May 24, 2025.

Hong Kong’s Famous Bamboo Scaffolding Hangs On (for Now)

Metal has begun to replace this distinctive latticework, which is seen on towers across the city. Daisy Pak, a rare female bamboo master, takes pride in the ancient craft.

Israel’s Campaign to Win Eurovision Went All the Way to the Top

Government social media accounts and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu joined a campaign to encourage people to vote for Israel’s entrant.

How China Stands in the Way of a U.S.-Vietnam Trade Deal

Among dozens of countries that were hit with steep tariffs, Vietnam was among the most publicly willing to meet the demands of the Trump administration. But China is a sticking point.

Trump’s E.U. Tariff Threat Could Cause Economic Damage Beyond Europe

A 50 percent tax on European imports would hit the continent hard, hurt the U.S. economy and slow growth globally.

Corrections: May 24, 2025

Corrections that appeared in print on Saturday, May 24, 2025.

Send Flying

Gene Louise de Vera’s latest puzzle is packed with adventure.

Army Report Links Pentagon Equipment Glitch to Aborted Landings at D.C. Airport

The diversion of two commercial flights on May 1 has raised new questions about equipment and safety in some of Washington’s busiest airspace.

Senators Visit Canada, Seeking a Reset Amid Trump’s Provocations

Democrats and one Republican made the trip, seeking to stabilize the U.S.-Canada relationship after President Trump imposed tariffs on Canada and suggested it should become the 51st state.

U.S. Sues Four New Jersey Cities Over ‘Sanctuary’ Policies

Justice Department lawyers say in a lawsuit that Newark, Jersey City, Hoboken and Paterson are shielding illegal immigrants from lawful prosecution.

Trump Seeks Extensive Student Data in Pressure Campaign to Control Harvard

Harvard and the federal government are locked in a battle that boils down to turning over records on international students. But Harvard says it is also about the First Amendment.