Republicans Shrug at Epstein Birthday Sketch Apparently Signed by Trump
The Republican response to the release of a suggestive note to Jeffrey Epstein apparently signed by President Trump followed a familiar pattern of deflection.
For Nepal’s Protesters, Wealthy ‘Nepo Kids’ Are a Source of Outrage
Videos and photos purporting to show the privileged lifestyles of children of the elite have fueled anger among young people.
Supreme Court Agrees to Review Trump’s Sprawling Tariffs
The justices moved quickly to schedule oral argument to consider the legality of the president’s signature economic initiative.
A Phony Trump Check and a ‘Depreciated’ Woman in Epstein’s Birthday Book
A photo in Jeffrey Epstein’s birthday book shows the disgraced financier holding a novelty check with a signature of “DJ TRUMP.” It includes a woman who dated both men in the 1990s.
Apple Introduces iPhone 17, iPhone Air and Updated AirPods at Annual Event
The Silicon Valley giant also introduced updates to its traditional smartphones, as well as its AirPods and Apple Watch.
Curtis Sliwa Vows to Stay in Mayor’s Race, Despite Push to Clear Field
Business leaders who hope Mr. Sliwa, the Republican nominee for New York City mayor, will suspend his campaign may find themselves disappointed: “No, no, no. A thousand times no,” he said.
Supreme Court Lets Trump Block Foreign Aid for Now
Acting on his own, the chief justice issued an “administrative stay” pausing a trial judge’s ruling while the full court considers the matter.
Elizabeth Tsurkov, Princeton Student, Is Released From Iraq, Trump Says
Israel and Iraq confirmed the release of Elizabeth Tsurkov, a Russian-Israeli graduate student at Princeton who was kidnapped in Iraq in 2023 by the militant group Kataib Hezbollah.
What Travelers Need to Know About the Upcoming Strike in France
The planned shutdown, which will affect transit in and beyond Paris, dovetails with the tube strike in London.
Gesture Politics Won’t Help Palestinians
But diaspora Jews will pay an ugly price.
Takeaways From RFK Jr.’s Childhood Health Report
A report from the commission led by Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is soft on pesticides, pledges to define ultraprocessed foods and promised an “infertility training center.”
RFK Jr. Releases Childhood Health Report
The report, which follows a draft leaked last month, demonstrates both the ambitions and limits of Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s “Make America Healthy Again” agenda.
California Man Killed 2 Men He Met on Dating App, Authorities Say
Prosecutors said Rockim Prowell, 34, also stole their cars and tried to kill a third man. He was being held without bail.
Can Trump Deflate the Epstein Birthday-Book Scandal?
Even compelling debunkings don’t eliminate the mystery.
U.S. Deportation Sent Asylum Seeker Back Into China’s Grip
A Chinese man crossed dangerous jungles to enter the United States, in a failed bid for asylum. After being deported home in 2023, he faced a choice: stay or try to leave again?
James Talarico Joins Senate Campaign in Texas
State Representative James Talarico, who is studying to become a Presbyterian pastor, has sparred with Fox News hosts and bantered with Joe Rogan. Now he wants Senator John Cornyn’s seat.
12th Grade Reading Skills Hit a New Low
High school seniors had the worst reading scores since 1992 on a national test, a loss probably related to increases in screen time and the pandemic. Their math scores fell as well.
France’s Government Has Collapsed. What Comes Next?
President Emmanuel Macron is expected to appoint a new prime minister, rejecting calls for elections or his resignation.
Is America Ready for Japanese-Style 7-Elevens?
Stephen Dacus, head of the chain’s parent company, aims to export its success in Japan, with signature offerings like fresh prepared food.
Why 7-Eleven and Convenience Stores in Japan Are So Special
Convenience stores are a fixture of Japanese life, and 7-Eleven is the country’s dominant chain. They are a place to shop, pay bills and gather during disasters.
