How the Heat Is Upending Plans for America’s 250th Birthday
Parades in Washington and Philadelphia were canceled, and the Great American State Fair on the National Mall closed for several hours.
Trump Pardons Violators of the Clean Air Act and a Major Donor
The president used his clemency power to further undermine environmental laws and to help a political supporter who pleaded guilty in a fraud involving Jack Abramoff.
Why Did Adam Sandler Officiate Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s Wedding?
The actor played a special — and surprising to some — role in the Swift-Kelce nuptials.
With Its Celebrity Guests, Taylor Swift’s Wedding Rivals the Met Gala
Top-secret celebrity guest lists! No cell phones! Big fashion moments! S.U.V.s galore! New York usually gets only one party like this a year.
Putin Visits Battlefield and Vows to Take More of Ukraine
The Russian leader denounced Ukraine’s “imaginary achievements” on the battlefield of late, calling its leaders “play actors.”
Taylor Swift Wears Dior Dress by Jonathan Anderson for MSG Wedding
The pop star said “I do” to a gown designed by Jonathan Anderson, the French house’s creative director.
Trump Targets Not Just Georgia’s Vote, but Also Trust in Elections
The president has sent 260 F.B.I. analysts to Georgia, repeating his baseless claims of fraud in 2020. But critics say the intention is to undermine overall confidence in the electoral process.
Parents Will Be Able to Enroll Newborns in Trump Accounts at the Hospital
The Social Security Administration will introduce a process to sign up babies for the investment program at the same time they are registered for a Social Security number.
Once the Centerpiece of Celebration, a Faded Declaration Recedes
Sunlight and abuse have taken a toll on the document, encased in bulletproof glass. But the Trump administration “hasn’t put much emphasis on it,” a former archivist notes.
As Heat Suffocates Washington DC, Calls to Emergency Medical Services Climb
Near 100-degree temperatures were expected to continue as medical workers prepared for more heat-related illnesses during celebrations of the nation’s 250th anniversary.
Making a Cake for America’s 250th Birthday
In her quest to mark the nation’s 250th with a unifying dessert, Grace Pak had to navigate the pitfalls of a polarized Washington.
At the L.A. Warehouse Fire, First It Was the Smoke. Now It’s the Smell.
Rotting food — millions of pounds of it — remains in an L.A. cold-storage facility damaged in a fire. Residents say the cleanup hasn’t been fast enough.
This Pathetic Groveling Is No Way to Rebuild a Party
The Democrats’ constant solicitations for cash do not make their supporters feel like they are on a winning team.
Burger vs. Bratwurst: A Climate Guide to Your July 4 Cookout
Beef is far worse for greenhouse gas emissions compared with other meat.
The Hottest Stock Markets Lead to the Biggest Losses
Investor enthusiasm culminated in some of the worst cases of wealth destruction in the last 100 years, a long-running study shows.
On Eve of Taylor Swift’s Wedding, Rehearsal Dinner Kicks Off Weekend of Events
The event for about 100 guests at Madison Square Garden kicked off a weekend of celebration for the pop star and the athlete, as celebrities arrived in town and reinforcements were delivered.
Many Children Don’t Have ‘Trump Accounts.’ Some Are Missing Out on $1,000.
More than six million have been signed up for the investment accounts, which open for contributions July 4, but there are barriers to uptake.
Mamdani Is a Taylor Swift Fan. Here Are His Top 12 Songs.
Ahead of Taylor Swift’s wedding celebration in Manhattan, Mayor Zohran Mamdani revealed that he is a bigger fan of her music than previously known.
As Ukraine War Escalates, Witkoff and Kushner Are Focused on Iran
Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner are pivotal players at a moment when the posts of U.S. ambassador to Moscow and Kyiv are both vacant.
Trump’s Huge Windfall Has Few Known Global Precedents
President Trump’s earnings in office are at a level once unimaginable for any leader of a liberal democracy, particularly a sitting American president.
