An Actor, a Bookseller and a Chef Walk Into a Voting Booth
We asked scores of well-known New Yorkers from a broad spectrum of the city to give us their ranked-choice ballots for mayor. Here’s what some told us.
How the Attacks on Iran Are Part of a Much Bigger Global Struggle
Putin and the ayatollahs want the same kind of world.
Dangerous Heat Wave Expands Over Central and Eastern United States
A multiday heat wave is bringing high temperatures and health risks from the Midwest to the Northeast, prompting warnings and emergency measures.
Palm Beach, Never Richer, Is a Draw for Young MAGA. Locals Aren’t Pleased.
Donald Trump’s presidency has turned this Florida island into the nightlife headquarters of MAGA, but the town’s old guard — much of it Republican — doesn’t love the new vibe.
As Tariffs Make Weddings Costlier, David’s Bridal Tries to Adapt
Most wedding dresses are made in China, so tariffs are a new worry for brides. At David’s Bridal, the largest seller of gowns in the United States, its chief executive, Kelly Cook, is trying to do something about it.
‘An Existential Threat’: Food Banks Brace for Fallout From Trump Cuts
New York City food banks aren’t sure how they will survive the administration’s funding cuts, which could also affect the programs they turn to for help.
Far-Right Party Tries to Expand Its Appeal in Germany’s West
To reach voters outside its Eastern heartlands, the AfD is putting a new gloss on its anti-immigrant message — while sticking with its agenda.
Europe Is Finally Ready to Spend More on Defense. The Hard Part Is How.
After a yearslong debate over NATO spending, European nations are poised to commit more funds to deter Russia. Now the region must decide how to unify its fragmented manufacturing.
With Military Strike His Predecessors Avoided, Trump Takes a Huge Gamble
President Trump is betting the United States can repel whatever retaliation Iran orders, and that it has destroyed the regime’s chances of reconstituting its nuclear program.
Mahmoud Khalil Returns to New York After Months in Detention
The Trump administration remains committed to deporting Mr. Khalil, a Columbia graduate and leading figure in the pro-Palestinian protest movement.
Midwest Cities Bake as Heat Wave Blankets the Central U.S.
St. Louis, Chicago and Des Moines were among the cities that saw heat indexes hit triple digits on Saturday, with the East Coast bracing for similar conditions by Monday.
4 Missing After Medical Helicopter Crashes in Quebec Lake
The helicopter was carrying four crew members and a patient when it crashed on Friday night, officials said.
Senate Official Rejects Food Aid Cuts Proposed by Republicans in Megabill
The ruling by the parliamentarian sent G.O.P. lawmakers back to the drawing board to cover the costs of President Trump’s domestic policy bill.
In Final Push for Mayor, Lander Appears With 2 Cuomo Accusers
The campaign event by Brad Lander, the New York City comptroller running for mayor, came as Andrew Cuomo, the front-runner, appeared with the mother of a murder victim.
Nathan Silver, Who Chronicled a Vanished New York, Dies at 89
An architect, he wrote in his book “Lost New York” about the many buildings that were destroyed before passage of the city’s landmarks preservation law.
At Least 3 Dead in Tornadoes in North Dakota, Officials Say
The deaths came after a series of large and long-lasting storms moved through North Dakota and Minnesota Friday night.
Walmart Tries to Shed a Stodgy Vibe to Battle Digital-Native Rivals
The retailing giant is spending billions to attract workers to a new headquarters and woo shoppers with drone delivery and a broader range of items (like Louis Vuitton handbags).
Windy Conditions Fan Forsyth Fire in Utah
The Forsyth fire in Utah threatened a small community in the state’s southwest corner. Farther west, the Conner fire burned rapidly near Lake Tahoe.
Study Suggests Weight-Loss Pill is as Effective as Ozempic
The drugs in development include a pill that a new trial suggests is about as effective as Ozempic.
Why Israel Had to Act
The Oct. 7 Hamas attack on Israel showed the need for Israel to pre-empt threats against it rather than react defensively.
