Jack Smith Calls the Justice Dept. ‘Corrupted’ by Trump and His Allies
At a private event in Washington last month, Mr. Smith, the former special counsel, accused Justice Department leaders of targeting people for prosecution to please and impress the president.
Trump’s Indiana Victory Shows His Enduring Grip on Core Republican Supporters
Low approval ratings? MAGA divisions? The president was able to turn out party loyalists in an Indiana primary to help him oust Republican state lawmakers who had crossed him.
Air-Conditioning Is in Short Supply as Asia Swelters
From classrooms to crowded buses, people across South and Southeast Asia are adjusting to life with less cooling — or none at all — as the war in Iran drives an energy crunch.
Meditating or Rebooting? A Robot Buddhist Monk Comes to Korea.
Gabi, the newest monk at a temple in Seoul, vowed to not overcharge as it seeks enlightenment.
Iran War Looms Over Vance as He Visits Iowa
The vice president, a skeptic of the war, made his first visit of the cycle to the state that will kick off the 2028 nominating process.
U.S. Troops in Middle East Wait for the Next Big Moment
The U.S. military is essentially on standby as officials give contradictory signals about the status of the Iran war effort.
The New El Niño Might Make 2027 the Hottest Year on Record
The El Niño brewing this year might make 2027 the hottest year on record.
Ted Turner, Creator of CNN and the 24-Hour News Cycle, Dies at 87
As one of the most important figures in media history, he oversaw a vast cable empire of news, sports and entertainment channels.
New Study Shows Risks of Amazon Deforestation. And Rewards of Protection.
Researchers examined the combined effects of tree loss and global warming in an effort to better understand how and when an ecosystem collapse could unfold.
How the Fight Over Israel Is Playing Out Inside MAGA
The war in Iran has added to a tectonic shift in public opinion — a bipartisan swing away from Israel. Some on the far-right are fighting to keep President Trump’s movement aligned with the Jewish state.
A Landslide in Alaska Set Off a Tsunami. There May Be More to Come.
Scientists say as glaciers retreat in a warming climate, landslide-generated tsunamis are likely to become more frequent.
The Longevity Secrets Helping Athletes Blow Past the Limits of Age
With cutting-edge sports medicine and sci-fi gadgetry, more and more athletes are figuring out how to extend their careers.
My Father Wrote Letters to the Cuban Government. Here Is Mine.
Please do not take the fact that I am writing this letter to you as a defense of U.S. policy toward Cuba, much less a call for American intervention.
French Literature Is in an Uproar
Changes at a famous French publishing house tell us a lot about the world we live in now.
Oil Falls and Stocks Gain as Trump Changes Course in Strait of Hormuz
Oil prices fell and stocks rose after President Trump’s about-face to pause the U.S. operation to escort commercial ships through the Strait of Hormuz
Illinois State Police to Investigate Fatal ICE Shooting
Officials said they were examining the shooting of Silverio Villegas-Gonzalez last summer during a Chicago-area crackdown on illegal immigration.
Japan’s Takaichi Pitches Strength and Stability in Visits to Australia and Vietnam
Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi is attempting to raise Japan’s profile at a time when China’s clout is rising and doubts about the United States are spreading.
Suspect in National Mall Shooting Expressed Hostility Toward White House, Authorities Say
Michael Marx, a 45-year-old Texan, is accused of shooting at Secret Service agents by the Washington Monument on Monday.
Takeaways From Indiana Primary Elections 2026: Trump Gets Payback
The president helped unseat most of the state lawmakers he targeted after they rebuffed his call to draw new House maps to help Republicans.
In Indiana Primary Elections, Most Trump-Backed Challengers Beat Incumbents
President Trump endorsed primary opponents against seven Republican lawmakers who opposed his redistricting push. At least five of the Trump-backed candidates have won their races.
