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For a Mere $2 Million, You Could Own Three Books That Unlocked the Universe
At Sotheby’s, a feast of rare science books includes volumes from Copernicus, Galileo and Newton that together revolutionized human understanding of the cosmos.
Houthi Attacks on Saudi Arabia Put In Doubt Kingdom’s Sports and Business Events
The Iran-backed group’s attacks have disrupted sports tournaments and threatened business events that the kingdom has long used to attract investment and raise its profile.
Battle Over the Pierre Ends in Defeat for the Buyer Pushed by Lutnick
Motasem Khashoggi, who hails from a prominent Saudi family, missed a Tuesday deadline to deliver a $100 million deposit to purchase the Manhattan landmark.
In Michigan Senate Race, Ocasio-Cortez Joins El-Sayed on Trail in Trump Country
Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez campaigned with Dr. Abdul El-Sayed in a swath of Michigan including areas won by President Trump, making a progressive pitch in a key Senate race.
Obama Defends Rep. Ilhan Omar Amid Trump Administration Inquiry
Federal agents searched Ms. Omar’s Washington home last week and issued subpoenas to some family members in search of evidence of fraud in immigration paperwork.
France Protests Show Europe’s Shift Away From Centrist Politics
Europe’s centrist parties are losing ground among young people and workers, who are increasingly tempted by populist promises of radical change.
Powerful Virginia Lawmaker Indicted Over Marijuana Business
L. Louise Lucas, a Democrat from Portsmouth, was the focus of F.B.I. searches earlier this year.
Graham Breaks With Trump Over Russia Sanctions Law Her Brother Championed
Senator Darline Graham, appointed to fill the Senate seat of her late brother, Lindsey, gently disagreed with the president’s decision to exempt Russia from the sanctions legislation.
How Elon Musk’s Money Is Shaping Republicans’ Midterms Strategy
A quarter-billion dollars to help Republicans hold Congress.
Vance’s Talarico Attacks Show His Penchant for Personal Broadsides
At a rally in Texas, the vice president suggested the Democratic Senate nominee is gay, a comment criticized as homophobic.
Trump Administration Restricts Drone Activity Along U.S.-Mexico Border
The new restrictions ban unauthorized drone flights within a nautical mile of the southern border, up to 400 feet in the air.
France’s Avoids a Debt Downgrade From Moody’s, but Is Given a Warning
Moody’s held the country’s credit rating steady amid political uncertainty and a rise in borrowing costs that have worsened France’s debt situation.
Attack Ad Featuring Candidate’s Mother Turns Ohio Governor’s Race Even Uglier
A Republican ad features Amy Acton’s estranged mother calling her daughter a liar. The two have not spoken since Dr. Acton’s mother backed her husband after his arrest on rape charges.
Netflix Scrambles to Rewrite Its Narrative With Layoffs and a Sudden Firing
Despite strong revenues and profits, the streaming service cut 1,000 jobs and jettisoned its chief content officer. Drops in the stock price and viewer engagement are to blame.
Katie Zacharia Makes Bumpy Debut as Trump’s New Press Secretary
Ms. Zacharia spent eight minutes reading from a script, called on only three reporters and made an awkward slip-up.
Chris Pappas Could Make History in New Hampshire’s Senate Race
Chris Pappas, the Democratic nominee in New Hampshire, would be the first openly gay man in the Senate. On the campaign trail, he doesn’t dwell on it.
U.S. Floats Lifeline to Russia: Allowing More Gas Sales to Europe
The Trump administration is pitching the idea as part of a peace deal with Ukraine, but Europe is wary and critics say Russia would be strengthened.
Susan Collins Says Rival’s ‘Oh, Shut Up’ Comment Reflects How He Treats Women
Ms. Collins, a Republican running in a crucial race, called the debate remark by her opponent, Troy Jackson, “very telling.” Mr. Jackson has defended his comment, and his campaign said Ms. Collins had run a campaign based on personal attacks.
A Reporter Who Saw Covid Coming Has Died
Helen Branswell recognized the threat of the pandemic ahead of the vast majority of journalists and even medical experts. She was 69.
Exposome Signature: A multi‑system view of human adaptation to spaceflight
Spaceflight is extremely challenging for both body and mind. Astronauts experience a combination of stressors – microgravity, radiation, confinement, isolation, circadian disruption and environmental changes – that can trigger physiological responses resembling those seen on Earth in chronic diseases and accelerated aging. One characteristic effect is low‑grade inflammation (LGI), a subtle and persistent activation of the immune system.
Supreme Court Again Sides With Republicans in Political TV Ad Fight
The Trump administration had filed an emergency application asking the justices to intervene in a long-running dispute over political ad rates.
Midterm Election Ad Spending Topped $10 Billion, and It’s Still Rising
The campaign is set to be more expensive than the 2024 presidential election cycle, and has already exceeded the ad total booked by the N.F.L. last season.
Is Citizens United to blame for everything?
Plus: The justices’ book deals mean the court can’t rule on cases involving a media conglomerate.
A Former Rome Reporter on the Pope’s Health and Legacy
For a former Rome bureau chief, Pope Leo’s lung cancer diagnosis prompted pressing questions about life and legacy.
Senators Urge Trump to Reverse Diesel Deal With Putin
A bipartisan group of 12 senators called on the president to drop his decision to ease sanctions on Russia’s exports of diesel fuel, saying the deal would help Moscow continue the war in Ukraine.
Karen Bass Climbed L.A.’s Political Ladder. Then a Fire Changed Everything.
The mayor of Los Angeles, who has never lost an election, is now in the fight of her political life.
C.D.C. Ignored Request From States to Validate a New Measles Test
The agency replied two months later, saying it had “competing priorities,” officials from a coalition of Western states said.
Germophobe Primates Want to Avoid Getting Sick, Too
Some monkeys become significantly more cautious about food sources that appear contaminated after experiencing deadly outbreaks of disease.
U.N.C. Strikes Trump Deal to Keep Federal Funding
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill will not pay any financial penalties but agreed to abide by the Trump administration’s views on diversity and other matters.
United’s C.E.O. Says It Should Cost More Not to Sit in the Middle Seat
Scott Kirby of United Airlines said that “it’s expensive to fly airplanes” and that airfares may have further to rise.
Lessons From a New Widow on the Life After
As people think about living longer, a New York Times writer reflects on the recent death of her husband and what helps life go on.
4 Takeaways From a Voting-Focused ‘No Kings’ Day
Saturday’s gatherings were more subdued than some past events, and many prominent Democrats skipped them.
Uncertainty Over Pope’s Health Fuels Familiar Debate Over Vatican’s Candor
By announcing his lung condition himself, Leo has been more forthcoming than many popes. But mysteries remain, prompting scrutiny of papal statements for hidden meaning.
Farmers, Health Care and Highways: 5 Takeaways from the Kansas Senate Debate
The Republican incumbent, Roger Marshall, is facing a surprisingly tough challenge from the Democratic nominee, Adam Hamilton.
Serbian Election Underscores the Region’s Long Political Limbo
Aleksandar Vucic, Serbia’s dominant political figure since 2012, may extend his grip, using the Balkans’ unresolved nationalist resentments.
Opinion | Elon Musk Is Beyond the Pale
How is it possible that he is still part of the Republican mainstream?
Justice Dept. Issues Subpoenas in Ilhan Omar Investigation
After years of investigation, the Justice Department appears to be intensifying a criminal inquiry into the immigration history of Ilhan Omar, a Minnesota Democrat, and her family.
How the Decline of Western NY Defined Kathy Hochul’s Politics
Gov. Kathy Hochul’s vision for New York has been largely shaped by her upbringing in a failing western New York town and her family’s move up from a trailer park to affluence.
Key Trump Health Adviser Resigns Ahead of Midterm Elections
Calley Means, who helped unite Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and President Trump, pushed food reforms but grew frustrated with stalled progress on the MAHA agenda.
Supreme Court to Hear New Case on Race and School Admissions
The court’s decision to review an admissions policy for selective middle school programs in Maryland follows its rejection of affirmative action in higher education.
Video: Ramaswamy Backs Controversial Ohio Political Ad After Backlash
An ad from Vivek Ramaswamy, the Republican candidate for Ohio governer, shows the mother of the Democratic candidate, Amy Acton, calling her estranged daughter a liar.
Trump Approval Hits New Low Two Weeks Before Midterms, Poll Finds
Likely voters favored Democratic candidates over Republicans by 11 percentage points in their congressional district, a New York Times/Siena poll found.
MAGA Inc. Unleashes Millions to Turn Out Republicans At the Polls
MAGA Inc. is now flooding the social media platforms with targeted ads as it seeks to turn out Republicans amid the president’s historically low approval ratings.
A Reporter Who Saw Covid Coming Has Died
Helen Branswell recognized the threat of the pandemic ahead of the vast majority of journalists and even medical experts. She was 69.
Employers Shift Rising Health Care Costs Onto Millions of Workers
New surveys show that increases in premiums and deductibles are forcing people to forgo treatments or doctor’s visits while budgets are strained by higher food and gas prices.
Michigan Senate Candidates Make Dueling Pitches to Business Leaders in Detroit
Mike Rogers and Dr. Abdul El-Sayed, the candidates in the tight race, defended their economic policies at the Detroit Economic Club.
In Midterm Campaign’s Final Stretch, Trump Can’t Stop Praising Men’s Bodies
As he stumps for midterm candidates, the president has been especially eager to talk about the physical appearance of some men.
Corey Lewandowski Always Found His Way Back to Trump. Until Now.
The Justice Department has opened an inquiry into Mr. Lewandowski. President Trump has not jumped to his defense.
In India, the Scion of a Political Dynasty Tries to Seize His Moment
Rahul Gandhi is the descendant of three prime ministers. A surge of protests could give him a springboard to take on the nation’s current leader.
SpaceX Swings to a Profit, Even as A.I. Spending Soars
Elon Musk’s rocket company also said its revenue had more than doubled, driven by its Starlink internet satellite service and artificial intelligence products.
Trump Endorses Netanyahu as Best U.S. Partner in Tight Israeli Election
The president praised the embattled prime minister for his endurance, saying any other candidate would be the “wrong Leader.”
China’s Exports Soar, Putting Its Trade Surplus on Track for a Record
China’s exports grew last month at the fastest pace in almost any month since the end of the global financial crisis.
Pete Ricketts’s Wealth Puts Class at the Center of Nebraska’s Senate Race
In a year when the wealth of the rich soared while workers lost ground to inflation, class has become political, especially in the Nebraska Senate race.
At a Last-Hope Health Clinic, Desperation, Kindness and Fear for What’s Next
These doctors and community health workers are a safety net for patients losing coverage as premiums soar and Medicaid cuts mount, even as their clinic struggles to stay afloat.
Can Cereal Be Healthy? Big Companies Are Trying.
As more Americans turn away from the snap, crackle and sugar, the industry is trying to capitalize on our current obsession with wellness.
Trump Asked Musk to Reverse Limits on Ukraine’s Military Internet Use
The call from the president about the Starshield network came after officials in Ukraine reported that they found new limits on the use of military drones in their war against Russia.
Five Science Fiction Movies to Stream Now
In this month’s picks, alien encounters, sinister deepfakes, fantastical time loops and postapocalyptic woe.
How Two Colorado House Candidates Are Thinking About AI
In Colorado, two millennial candidates are thinking about A.I.
Trump’s Push for Deals With Russia Powers His Frustration With Ukraine
The series of recent steps by the president that seem to favor Vladimir Putin reflect his intensifying desire to normalize the relationship with Moscow even if it means further undercutting Ukraine.
Bernie Sanders Gives $1 Million to Bolster El-Sayed and Counter AIPAC in Michigan
The transfer came day after the news that the pro-Israel lobby was planning to contribute as much as $9 million to defeat the Democratic nominee for Senate.
Trump Says Renovations on Disputed DC Golf Course Will Begin Immediately
A federal judge has ordered tree cutting halted at the city course as she considers a lawsuit over the legality of the administration’s plans.
Melania Trump Announces White House Women’s Health Initiative
The effort comes as Republicans are struggling to win over female voters two weeks before the midterm elections.
DOJ Charges 28 California Residents With Voting-Related Crimes Amid Trump’s Voter Fraud Push
The effort by the Trump administration comes as it wages a broader fight with California officials over voter rolls.
Trump Advisers Give Fees Earned for Aiding Srpska to His Library
The donations from James Blair and Chris LaCivita were revealed after the president expressed pique over their consulting work for Republika Srpska.
Russia Appears to Step Up Efforts to Influence U.S. Voters
One campaign has created social media posts focusing on U.S. support for Israel to sow discord ahead of the midterm elections.
Senators Demand Investigation Into Ukraine Satellite Disruption
Republicans joined Democrats in calling on the Pentagon’s inspector general to look into whether the Trump administration was responsible for the interruption.
2028 Presidential ‘Shadow Primary’ Descends on the Midterm Elections
The schedule is especially packed in New Hampshire, an early presidential nominating state where there is a competitive Senate race Democrats are flocking to this month.
Key Trump Health Adviser Resigns Ahead of Midterm Elections
Calley Means, who helped unite Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and President Trump, pushed food reforms but grew frustrated with stalled progress on the MAHA agenda.
James Talarico Raises Quarterly Record of $64 Million in Texas Senate Race Against Ken Paxton
The amount is the most that a Senate candidate has ever raised during that period, his campaign said, eclipsing his opponent in Texas, Ken Paxton.
How a Legal Backlash Against Big Tech Is Forcing Big Changes
A series of lawsuits has created a new de facto regulatory regime as courts order companies like Meta and Google to change their business practices — and pay up.
Trump Returns to Dalton for a Rescue Mission in Georgia
Plus, Katie Zacharia’s ouster, A.O.C. on the trail, and another tense debate in Maine.
Can Real Estate Out-Organize Tenants in New York? This Group Will Try.
A new organization, Built for New York, plans to raise money to mobilize voters in the real estate industry, which has endured several political losses in recent years.
Katie Zacharia Is Trump’s New Press Secretary. But Is She a Lawyer?
Katie Zacharia told The New York Times that the confusion over her legal credentials was the result of one big misunderstanding.
Ahead of Midterms, Justice Kagan Says Rulings Have Intensified Polarization
The justice said during a discussion that recent Supreme Court decisions on voting rights, gerrymandering and campaign finance have deepened America’s divides.
Trump Ally, Paolo Zampolli, Leaves State Department
Paolo Zampolli, a close friend and ally of President Trump’s, gained attention when his ex-wife was detained by ICE after his request.
How U.S. Support to Ukraine Has Evolved Under Trump
President Trump’s latest push to end the war in Ukraine has raised questions about the future of U.S. support.
Inside the Plague Research Labs at the Heart of a Russian Mystery
A Russian researcher, who died from an unknown illness, worked at a remote anti-plague facility. Few foreigners have visited these labs, which dot the former Soviet states, and are shrouded in secrecy.
They Created a Cell That’s Almost Alive. What to Do With It Now?
SpudCells may one day produce new medicines and materials. But first scientists have to improve them — and make sure they aren’t misused.
Trump Administration Sues California Over Voter Rolls
The lawsuit is seeking to block the state temporarily from counting mail ballots of voters it claims are likely noncitizens, opening a new front in the administration’s legal fights with election officials.
At 90, Steve Reich Remains in Good Creative Health
New York, Reich’s hometown, still has a lot of love for him, with a staged show at the Park Avenue Armory and a birthday concert at Carnegie Hall.
Appeals Court Questions Justice Dept. Claim that Trump Owns White House Records
A three-judge panel appeared unconvinced by claims that a federal law requiring the president to preserve and hand over his presidential papers was unconstitutional.
Justice Dept. Moves to Block Certification of Alaska Senate Race Results if Republican Loses
The Justice Department, in a highly unusual court filing, argued that confusion over candidates with similar names could taint the election result.
Houthi Attacks on Saudi Arabia Put In Doubt Kingdom’s Sports and Business Events
The Iran-backed group’s attacks have disrupted sports tournaments and threatened business events that the kingdom has long used to attract investment and raise its profile.
Justice Dept. Opens Inquiry Into Corey Lewandowski
The details of the inquiry remain unclear, but it is one of the rare instances in which a Trump ally or appointee has been investigated for potential wrongdoing during the president’s second term.
Midwest Emmys honor Sanford Health storytelling
Sanford Health News has earned another Upper Midwest Emmy, and this is the first win for multimedia journalist Jason Anschutz.
Ocasio-Cortez Transfers $1 Million to Help El-Sayed in Michigan Senate Race
The transfer represents an unusually large amount for a House member to give to a Senate race.
Congressional Staff Open Letters Containing Suspicious Substances
The incidents, the first of which was reported on Thursday, came as election officials have reported a growing number of threats directed at them.
Melania Trump Announces White House Women’s Health Initiative
The effort comes as Republicans are struggling to win over female voters two weeks before the midterm elections.
A Strong Poll for Democrats, With Some Warning Signs
The party will be happy with the House outlook, but dismayed by some other findings.
Bernie Sanders Visits Florida to Campaign With Angie Nixon
Senator Bernie Sanders of Vermont has made a point of investing in Republican-leaning states. He rallied in Tampa for Ms. Nixon, the underdog Democratic nominee for Florida Senate.
For an Experiment in Political Affirmative Action, Look to Taiwan
The island adopted quotas for women running for public office decades before other countries. The upshot? Today, few of them need quotas to get elected.
$137 Million in A.I.-Generated Ads Flood the Midterms
Republicans have used A.I.-generated content more often than Democrats, ranging from subtle enhancements to convincing deepfakes.
Republicans Barely Mention Trump in Political Ads Ahead of the Midterms
Only a small fraction of recent G.O.P. broadcast and streaming ads mention the president, according to a Times analysis of ad data.
Under U.S. Watch, Venezuela Grapples With Tensions Over Democracy
President Trump says Venezuela is not ready for elections, and he focuses instead on its oil. But Secretary of State Marco Rubio is nudging talks between opposing politicians.
Bleached Coral Rebounded After Touching Healthy Coral, Study Finds
After sick corals were placed in direct contact with healthy ones of the same genetic make-up, they recovered at “incredible” speed, scientists found.
If Democrats Win Congress, Could the G.O.P. Refuse to Seat Them?
A changing of the congressional guard in January could leave room for meddling, though most legal scholars doubt it would happen.
Trump Says He’ll Decide Who Gets Rewards From Fraud Whistle-Blower Program
President Trump’s announcement raised concerns that he would use the program seeking information on fraud for political purposes.
Most of Ken Paxton’s Money Can Be Traced to One Man: Elon Musk
The world’s richest person, who has become the biggest known midterm donor, gave $158 million to a group that quickly spent that much to help Mr. Paxton’s Senate bid in Texas.
5 Takeaways From the Senate Debate in Maine
The race’s fourth and final debate centered around whether Senator Susan Collins, the Republican incumbent, was as independent as she claimed to be from President Trump.
Katie Zacharia, Trump’s New Press Secretary, Is Ousted After 5 Days
Ms. Zacharia was shadowed by questions about how she had presented her legal career and handled her first press briefing.