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Meta Deal Reversal Deepens Split Between China and Silicon Valley
Beijing’s insistence that Meta unwind its deal with a Chinese A.I. start-up escalates the geopolitical fight over advanced tech.
How the Voting Rights Act Helped Latinos in California
The federal law had been a “game changer” for Latino voters, but Wednesday’s ruling could weaken Asian Americans’ political power in the state.
‘Excruciating and Agonizing’: A New Reality for Jewish Democrats
With Israel increasingly unpopular and antisemitism on the rise, Jewish politicians find themselves more and more under attack.
Can I Skip My Niece’s Graduation to Avoid the Politics?
A reader wants to be a supportive aunt at the Naval Academy commencement, but the prospect of political speeches has her gritting her teeth.
An Age of Political Violence?
We look into whether the U.S. is in a new era of violent extremism.
A.I. Helps Online Ad Businesses Boom
Google and Meta are enjoying a digital ad boom, as artificial intelligence automates marketing and drives record sales.
Scientists Unveil ‘Long Lost’ Map for Smell
The odor receptors in the nose are not distributed at random but organized in a precise spatial pattern, two new studies reveal.
A.I. Bots Told Scientists How to Make Biological Weapons
Scientists shared transcripts with The Times in which chatbots described how to assemble deadly pathogens and unleash them in public spaces.
TOPPERS honors military community theater productions, performers
WIESBADEN, Germany – Fifteen plays, musicals, family shows and the volunteers who made them happen were honored at the 65th annual Tournament of Plays (...
A City Hall Reporter Reveals Where the Scoops Come From
Sally Goldenberg covers New York City politics and government for The Times, attending to a network of sources more than 20 years in the making.
Texas report finds rising mental health struggles among teen girls, few getting help
A new report is raising concerns about the mental health of teen girls across Texas, with experts warning that many are struggling in silence—and not getting the support they need. Research from the Girl Scouts of the USA and the Girl Scouts of Northeast Texas highlights a troubling trend: nearly 3 in 5 teen girls say they feel persistently sad or hopeless. Despite that, only a small percentage are receiving professional help.
The E.P.A.’s Lost Science
The agency’s prestigious research office is being dismantled by the Trump administration, a plan to dam the Bering Strait and more climate news.
Could At-Home Brain Stimulation Reduce Psychiatry’s Reliance on S.S.R.I.s?
A headset recently approved by the Food and Drug Administration uses a weak electric current to shock the brain. Some researchers hope it could challenge the current pill-centric paradigm.
Meet the Hack Law Professor Trying to Destroy the Fourteenth Amendment
You might not know his name, but you’ll certainly hate what he’s trying to do to our country.
After Another Attempt on Trump’s Life, Is Political Violence on the Rise in the U.S.?
A conversation with Sean Westwood, a professor at Dartmouth who tracks political violence and Americans’ perceptions of it.
Military Quietly Accelerates Boat Strikes, Deploying More Aircraft
The military has increased the number of secret fixed-wing attack aircraft and armed MQ-9 Reaper drones, according to two people familiar with the matter.
Opinion | Assassination Attempts Have Unforeseen Political Consequences
Assassination attempts against sitting presidents have tended to compound their political problems and isolate them from the public.
Stressed out teen? Sleep and sports may be the cure
It seems like everyone is a little stressed out these days — and not even children in their “carefree” teen years are immune.In fact, the changes that adolescents go through during that time of their life make them particularly susceptible to stress.
Opinion | Political Campaigns Have No Idea What’s About to Hit Them
Social media helped put Trump over the top. What’s A.I. going to do to us?
Republicans Brace for Brutal Midterms as Trump’s Popularity Slips
The elections are still six months off, and some within the G.O.P. say there is still time to right the ship.
Internet Restrictions Spur Russians to Openly Question Putin’s Moves
From beauty influencers to the token political opposition, Russians are openly questioning President Vladimir V. Putin’s moves to hamstring access.
Opinion | Political Violence Isn’t Just Evil. It’s Counterproductive.
Each act of political violence further frays our threadbare social fabric, laying the foundation for authoritarianism.
Investigators Seeking Attacker’s Motive Comb Through an Archive of Posts
Federal authorities are looking into whether Cole Tomas Allen posted on Bluesky as “coldforce,” who wrote and promoted liberal views that did not stand out on the left-leaning platform.
U.S. Government Will Stop Paying for Test Strips to Detect Deadly Drugs
In a letter to states and other grant recipients, the Trump administration says the strips encourage drug use.
Billionaires Are Dominating California Politics, From Governor’s Race to Wealth Tax Proposal
Between Sergey Brin and Tom Steyer, ultrawealthy people are trying to guide the state’s direction.
How a 2019 media blitz 'dramatically' shaped teen vaping habits
If it seems like fewer teens are vaping, new data backs that up and researchers say 2019 marked a turning point.
Facebook Has a Health Scam Problem
A new report found hundreds of thousands of scam ads for medical products, some of which were illegal or had been deemed dangerous.
Can Spending More Improve Your Health and Prolong Your Life?
The desire to live longer and healthier lives has spawned a growth in services and supplements. So what works best?
How the Trump Administration Ended Independent Science at E.P.A.
The agency’s prestigious research office spent decades doing scientific work insulated from political pressure. Now it’s being dismantled.
Sergey Brin Moves to the Right, With a ‘MAGA Girlfriend’ by His Side
After once backing liberal causes, the Google co-founder has praised President Trump, donated to Republicans and spent $57 million to try to block a California billionaire tax.
Thanks to GLP-1s, Obesity Experts Are Trying to Understand ‘Food Noise’
Before the rise of GLP-1s, obesity experts didn’t study the internal buzz that compels people to eat. Now that food noise is being switched off, they want to understand it.
Cellular Rejuvenation Has the Potential to Reverse Aging
A new therapy has the potential to cure hundreds of diseases — and even reverse aging.
China Will Require Meta to Unwind Acquisition of AI Start-Up Manus
The impact of the ruling was not immediately clear, but it could send a chilling signal to Chinese tech founders seeking to team up with foreign companies.
Even Before the Gunfire. Many Guests Bore the Scars of Political Violence
Gunfire at a press gala on Saturday underscored the ever growing club of political figures whose lives have been upended by violence.
Grievance Propelled Gala Attack Suspect Across Country, Authorities Say
A man who has worked as a tutor and graduated from the California Institute of Technology is being held by authorities in connection with the armed attack at the White House correspondents’ dinner.
For the Modern C.E.O., It’s All About Being ‘Resilient’
The ability to stay calm and lead through any kind of shock is the new normal for corporate executives.
Muted Reaction as Oil and Stock Markets Reopen
Oil prices rose and stocks fell after President Trump called off a trip to Pakistan by two U.S. negotiators for peace talks with Iran.
Dinner, Interrupted: Over Brunch, Journalists Reflect on a Chaotic Night
Moving to a new venue, or the East Wing? Plans for the White House Correspondents’ Association dinner are fluid following Saturday’s shocking events.
Gala Shooting Suspect Was Targeting Trump Administration Officials, Writings Reveal
A man being held in connection with the attack wrote a note indicating potential targets and grievances, authorities say.
Security at Correspondents’ Dinner Worked as Intended, Experts Say
Officials pointed to the fact that the suspect never made it into the hotel ballroom, where President Trump and hundreds of journalists were gathered for the White House correspondents’ dinner.
Most Guests Ducked for Cover. This Man Munched on His Burrata Salad.
Michael Glantz, a top agent at Creative Artists Agency, calmly ate his appetizer during the commotion at the White House correspondents’ dinner. He had his reasons.
Officer loses gun at entertainment center, teen shoots it thinking it was a prop: police
An officer allegedly lost his gun at an entertainment center, leading to a teen girl shooting it under the belief it was a prop.
Officer loses gun at entertainment center, teen shoots it thinking it was a prop: police
An officer allegedly lost his gun at an entertainment center, leading to a teen girl shooting it under the belief it was a prop.
Officer loses gun at entertainment center, teen shoots it thinking it was a prop: police
An officer allegedly lost his gun at an entertainment center, leading to a teen girl shooting it under the belief it was a prop.
For Oz Pearlman, a Correspondents’ Dinner Not Even He Could Have Predicted
The mentalist was the featured entertainer at the White House Correspondents’ dinner. He was in the middle of a trick when gunshots rang out.
Trump Praises WHCA President Weijia Jiang After Shooting at Dinner
Weijia Jiang, a CBS correspondent, had been sitting next to the president at the White House Correspondents’ Association dinner when shots rang out. Soon afterward, she was reporting on the attack.
Student-directed play showcased in youth mental health event
Concord High School students write and direct a play to highlight the mental health struggles faced by teenage girls.
Business owners react to Camp North End curfew after multiple ‘teen takeovers’
'Teen takeovers' were the driving factor behind the decision
Islamabad Reopens After U.S.-Iran Talks Fail to Materialize
Officials had locked the city down, anticipating talks between U.S. and Iranian delegations. But they didn’t happen. “What did I close my business for?” one business owner asked.
Highlands students selected to script animated film for mental health awareness
Highlands students were among a limited number of teens selected to help script and score an upcoming animated film that focuses on mental health issues and delivers a message of inclusion and resilience. “Finding Alice in Wonderland” is produced by educational animation company Wonder Media and supported by The Grable
What We Know About the Shooting at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner
A gunman carrying multiple weapons attempted to break into the dinner that President Trump was attending. Police have taken a suspect into custody.
Video: Skyrocketing Health Insurance Forces Americans to Scramble for Care
Older people who are medically high risk, but too young for Medicare are facing unaffordable health insurance premiums after federal health care credits lapsed earlier this year. Now that the grace period has expired, some Americans are struggling to get the care they need.
Chevy Humphrey Is Running Experiments at the Griffin Science Museum in Chicago
Chevy Humphrey explains why the scientific method matters in business.
Chevy Humphrey Is Running Experiments at the Griffin Science Museum in Chicago
Chevy Humphrey explains why the scientific method matters in business.
How Do You Measure A.I. Firms’ Gargantuan Energy Plans? In ‘Bragawatts.’
One way for a company to stand out — or to intimidate the competition — is to boast, often without evidence, about how much power it has access to.
Faces of the cycle: Travra Zanders
Travra Zanders went from honors student to inmate as he struggled with mental health issues in his teenage years. Now 45, he’s trying to rebuild his life as a free man after years of coping with schizophrenia behind bars.
Trump Describes His Mind-Set After Shooting at White House Correspondents’ Dinner
Very little was clear about what had happened at the Washington Hilton on Saturday night. But the president wanted to talk about it.
Again, a Gunman Got Perilously Close to Trump
After two previous assassination attempts, the effort by an armed man to storm the White House Correspondents’ Association dinner is sure to raise questions about security and political violence.
Gunman Was Tackled by Law Enforcement Near Correspondents’ Dinner Security Checkpoint
The gunman did not make it inside the hotel ballroom where President Trump, top officials and hundreds of journalists had gathered for dinner.
Trump Fires Board Members of Group That Oversees U.S. Science Funding
The dismissals from an independent board that oversees the National Science Foundation marked the president’s latest assault on scientific research organizations.
In California, a Voter ID Proposal Is Set to Appear on the Ballot in November
A Republican-backed initiative has cleared the signature threshold for the election. Critics say the proposal could make it harder for people to vote.
Trump to Dine With Reporters He’s Been Roasting All Week
President Trump has boycotted the White House Correspondents’ Association dinner in previous years.
Mental health summit addresses Atlanta's youth violence
The Broken Crayons Still Color Youth Safety & Mental Health Summit is bringing together students and community leaders for a powerful day focused on youth mental health, grief recovery, and community safety. We hear from a mentor about resources available to students and why events like this are so important, especially in light of recent teen takeovers.
Meet a Berks woman helping teens understand business
Christine Kreisher directs Emerging Entrepreneurs Leadership Academy, a summer program for high school students aspiring to start their own business.
In Wine Country, Sales Are Down and Fraud is Rampant
The industry’s murky supply chain has long attracted scammers and con artists. In the words of one expert, “Wine and fraud go hand in hand.”
Opinion | The Political Defeats of Elon Musk
His political malpractice will loom large in the history of Trump 2.0.
Trump Seeks to Abolish Iran’s Atomic Stockpile, a Problem He Helped Create
President Trump withdrew from the Obama-era nuclear accord in 2018, saying it was the worst deal ever. But Iran responded with an enrichment spree that haunts the negotiations to this day.
Tennessee Passed a Slate of Immigration Bills. Here’s What They Do.
The Republican supermajority in the Tennessee General Assembly approved a series of immigrations bills, crafted in coordination with the White House.
AIDS Creeps Back in Parts of Zambia, a Year After U.S. Cuts to H.I.V. Assistance
A once-robust H.I.V. treatment and prevention system, credited with saving hundreds of thousands of lives, has begun to crumble.
If On Shoes Are for Everyone, Are They Still Ons?
The company finds itself at a critical juncture that others have botched: How does it stay a brand for serious athletes while keeping up its breakneck growth?
Rubio’s Absence From Iran Talks Highlights Stay-at-Home Role
President Trump has outsourced much of his diplomacy to others, while Mr. Rubio focuses on his second job as national security adviser.
Teen of the Week: DeAngelo builds relationships through sports and family
PARKERSBURG – For Leonardo “Leo” DeAngelo, it is about building relationships whether it is through playing sports or working at his family’s restaurant as he prepares for a future in sales. However, it is the connection to his family that remains the strongest. The 18-year-old senior at Parkersburg Catholic High School has been on Catholic’s […]
Warren County teen accused of stealing $25,000 in merchandise from golf business
A 17-year-old in Warren County remains in juvenile detention after being accused of breaking into a Lebanon driving range four times and stealing tens of thousands of dollars in merchandise.
The ‘Lasting Damage’ of Pirro’s Investigation of the Federal Reserve and Powell
The Trump administration’s attacks on the Federal Reserve have rattled confidence in the central bank’s ability to operate independently before a leadership transition.
Republicans’ Likely Strategy as Midterms Near: Negative Campaigning
Republicans are likely to fall back on a tried-and-tested strategy for the midterms: Going negative.
Video: Why Are Politicians Dropping So Many F-Bombs?
Times reporters had a hunch that politicians were using the F-word more than ever. So they analyzed the data and found an interesting trend: Democrats are swearing far more than Republicans. Our reporter Kellen Browning breaks down why.
988 hotline linked to thousands of fewer youth suicide deaths since launch, study finds
Nearly 4,400 fewer U.S. teens and young adults died by suicide than projected in the first two-and-a-half years of the 988 mental health crisis hotline, a sign the program is working even as it faces long-term funding challenges.
Trump Says He Dislikes Prediction Markets. His Family Invests in Them.
The White House has warned staff not to wager on government decisions, but his family’s involvement with these firms undermines the president’s message.
Trump Administration Approves Firing Squad Executions for Death Penalty
The Justice Department also reauthorized the use of a death penalty drug, and will seek to shorten the length of some legal appeals.
As Trump Officials Pushed Health Savings Accounts, RFK Jr. Aide Ran Wellness Company Poised to Benefit
Calley Means remained president of a company that relied on health savings accounts last year as the Trump administration developed policies to expand them.
Golden Blob, a Mystery From the Deep Sea, Is Identified
The strange, shiny discovery, retrieved from the ocean near Alaska in 2023, turned out to be part of an anemone, scientists said.
Could an Earthly Fungus Contaminate Mars? NASA May Have Found One Hardy Enough.
Researchers identified a species that can survive radiation, extreme heat and simulated Martian soil, posing a new challenge for protocols intended to keep the red planet pristine.
A New Worry for Republicans: Latino Catholics Offended by Trump
In 2024, the president made significant inroads with Hispanics. But in a competitive Arizona congressional district, voters now express dismay at his feud with the pope.
How Elon Musk Used SpaceX to Benefit Himself and His Businesses
The rocket maker has been a useful financial tool for Mr. Musk, providing the billionaire with loans and aiding his struggling companies, a Times examination found.
How Elon Musk Used SpaceX to Benefit Himself and His Businesses
The rocket maker has been a useful financial tool for Mr. Musk, providing the billionaire with loans and aiding his struggling companies, a Times examination found.
Opinion | I’m One of Cuba’s Political Prisoners. When Will I Go Free?
Nearly five years in Cuban prison have taught me that the government won’t loosen its hold on power.
Trump Reposts Anti-Immigrant Tirade Calling China and India ‘Hellhole’ Places
The president touched off a furor with his post sharing a podcast episode in which the host referred to China and India as “hellhole” places.
Trump Says Israel and Lebanon Agree to Extend Cease-Fire by Three Weeks
The president made the announcement after he hosted a meeting at the White House of Israeli and Lebanese diplomats.
How the Iran War Is Morphing Into a Volatile Standoff in the Strait of Hormuz
The conflict has morphed into a volatile standoff in the Strait of Hormuz, as the economic costs mount and President Trump faces a political backlash at home.
Trump Talks on Sending Afghans to Congo Draw Bipartisan Ire
Lawmakers in both parties said President Trump should continue allowing Afghans who worked alongside American troops to settle safely in the United States.
What You Need to Know About the Health Risks of Marijuana
Studies show the drug can exacerbate anxiety and teen use poses risks for developing brains.
A Second Chance at the World Cup? Italy Fans Say, ‘No, Thanks’
A Trump official proposed that the Italian team take Iran’s spot at the World Cup this summer. The supporters didn’t appreciate the pity invite.
The ‘Make America Healthy Again’ Movement Is Cooling on Trump and Republicans
Vaccine skeptics, ‘organic moms’ and environmental activists came together toelect President Trump. Butsome voters are disillusioned and might not turn out again.
House Republicans Ask ActBlue C.E.O., Regina Wallace-Jones, to Testify
The request is a significant escalation of G.O.P. pressure on the liberal fund-raising organization over its vetting of donations.
Candidates for California Governor Debate: 5 Takeaways
The nonpartisan primary remains volatile after the departure of Eric Swalwell. A televised debate featured six leading candidates, but produced few fireworks.
Senate Plunges Into Vote Marathon as G.O.P. Advances ICE Funding Boost
Republicans pressed to pass a budget plan with a $70 billion increase for immigration enforcement. But first, in an overnight session, they beat back Democratic proposals aimed at lowering costs.
Combative, Defensive and Occasionally Contrite, Kennedy Walks a Fine Line
In four days of congressional testimony, the health secretary sought to please the White House and his MAHA base at the same time.
U.S. Settles Carter Page Wiretap Lawsuit for $1.25 Million
F.B.I. applications to surveil Mr. Page, a 2016 Trump campaign adviser, during the investigation into Russia’s interference in the election had myriad errors and omissions, an inspector general found.