Backers of Aviation Safety Bill Cite Recent Near Miss to Make Their Case
2/24/2026 9:52 AM Open Story
The legislation’s advocates say a close call between two private planes near Teterboro, N.J., on Feb. 13 underscores the need for more collision prevention technology.
Mexico Is Caught Between Trump and the Cartels
2/24/2026 10:21 AM Open Story
President Trump has demanded President Claudia Sheinbaum confront the cartels. The killing of El Mencho suggests it might be working — but could come at a cost.
What to Know About the Cartels Operating in Mexico
2/24/2026 10:49 AM Open Story
Other criminal groups in Mexico may try to take advantage of the death of Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes, also known as El Mencho, who ran the Jalisco New Generation Cartel.
Is It Safe to Travel to Mexico Right Now, Given the Cartel Violence?
2/24/2026 11:19 AM Open Story
A wave of unrest after the killing of a cartel leader has rattled tourists in Mexico, prompting travelers to reconsider their plans. Here’s what to know.
Trump to Address a Complacent Congress Badly Split Over His Agenda
2/24/2026 8:27 AM Open Story
President Trump will speak to a legislative body that has ceded much of its power to him but has recently pushed back gently, and where partisan divides are deeper than ever ahead of the midterm elections.
Trump Leans on Congress to Address His False Claims of Voter Fraud
2/24/2026 10:50 AM Open Story
The State of the Union gives the president a high-profile chance to issue a call to action on election security legislation he has pressured Republicans to ram through over Democratic opposition.
Trump, Bruised and Unpopular, Turns to State of the Union for a Reset
2/24/2026 6:42 AM Open Story
Reeling from a major Supreme Court setback and falling approval ratings, the president seeks to reclaim the narrative ahead of the midterms.
Spanberger Will Stress Affordability in Democratic Response to Trump’s State of the Union
2/24/2026 10:11 AM Open Story
Abigail Spanberger, the newly elected governor of Virginia, was chosen to deliver her party’s response to President Trump’s State of the Union address.
Russia Remade Its Economy for War, but It’s Come at a Huge Cost
2/24/2026 8:19 AM Open Story
About half of the country’s federal budget goes toward the fight in Ukraine, money that does little to support its long-term development.
These Ukrainians Don’t Want to Be Traded to Russia for Peace
2/24/2026 10:34 AM Open Story
Four years into the war, a major sticking point in talks is control of the eastern Donetsk region. Residents could face an agonizing choice if Ukraine gives up the territory.
Ukraine Battlefield Dead Could Reach 500,000 in Fifth Year, Estimates Suggest
2/24/2026 10:43 AM Open Story
Russia has lost as many as 325,000 troops, according to some estimates, with more than 200,000 deaths verified by researchers.
Trump’s New Tariffs Could Face Legal Challenges
2/24/2026 11:27 AM Open Story
Critics are questioning the legality of the provision President Trump has used to replace his previous slate of tariffs, raising the prospect of yet another legal battle.
Trump’s Tariffs Are Adding Steel Mill Jobs, and Crushing American Factories
2/24/2026 8:57 AM Open Story
Tariffs unaffected by President Trump’s Supreme Court loss are adding costs for many U.S. manufacturers that use steel, limiting exports and jeopardizing jobs.
15 States Sue H.H.S. Over Revisions to Vaccine Schedule
2/24/2026 11:00 AM Open Story
Federal health officials have pared back the number of shots recommended for children. The states, led by Democrats, say the changes were not based on science.
The Looming Taiwan Chip Disaster That Silicon Valley Has Long Ignored
2/24/2026 9:02 AM Open Story
If China invades Taiwan and cuts off its chip exports to American companies, the tech industry and the U.S. economy would be crippled.
Racing to Catch Up With Nvidia, AMD Signs Chips-for-Stock Deal With Meta
2/24/2026 11:13 AM Open Story
The multibillion-dollar deal is AMD’s latest move to catch up to Nvidia in the lucrative world of selling artificial intelligence chips.
A Blizzard With Record Snowfall Slams the Northeast and Leaves NYC Snarled
2/24/2026 10:41 AM Open Story
The worst of the storm had passed by Tuesday, but about a quarter million customers in Massachusetts were still without electricity.
Snowball Fight in New York Turns Chaotic After Police Arrive
2/24/2026 11:39 AM Open Story
Police Commissioner Jessica Tisch said officers had been attacked at a snowball fight at Washington Square Park during Monday’s blizzard.
What the Snowstorm Looked Like Across the Northeast
2/23/2026 6:25 PM Open Story
Record-breaking amounts of snow fell in many parts of the region, blanketing the area with snow in the second large storm of the year.
How Jeffrey Epstein Ingratiated Himself With Top Microsoft Executives
2/24/2026 8:26 AM Open Story
For more than two decades, the convicted sex offender developed a network at the tech giant, making him privy to succession discussions and other business.
How the Flood Fractured the Tightknit Camp Mystic Community
2/24/2026 7:25 AM Open Story
Camp Mystic has been the foundation of an invisible network of status and power in Texas. Now that social web is beginning to fray.
Trump Officials Seek to ‘Reimagine’ Unemployment Benefits, Targeting Fraud
2/24/2026 8:23 AM Open Story
Federal officials are subjecting some states to higher scrutiny in an antifraud campaign, as the president rails against California and states led by Democrats.
Homeownership Is Out of Reach for Many Americans, Despite a Buyer’s Market
2/23/2026 2:02 AM Open Story
A growing split between low-to-middle-income families and wealthy households is changing who has access to homeownership now.
Home Depot Says Homeowners Are Weary From Economic Pressures
2/24/2026 11:20 AM Open Story
The retailer said same-store sales were nearly flat as homeowners shied away from big-ticket projects amid worries about housing costs and the job market.
Louvre Director Resigns, Months After Crown Jewels Were Stolen in Heist
2/24/2026 10:40 AM Open Story
Laurence des Cars’s departure is the latest setback for the world’s largest museum. Her tenure was marred by labor strikes, water leaks and security lapses that led to the heist in October.
Iranians Brace for War as Trump Considers Targeted Strikes
2/24/2026 8:17 AM Open Story
Stores are well stocked, and there have been no reports of shortages of food and other essentials, but many Iranians are in limbo as they wait to see whether U.S. forces will attack.
Trump Says General Caine Sees Easy Victory if U.S. Attacks Iran
2/24/2026 9:33 AM Open Story
The remarks differ from what Gen. Dan Caine, the chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, is said to have told the president in high-level White House meetings.
After Being Shoved in Front of a Train, He Has Returned to the Subway
2/24/2026 9:57 AM Open Story
Joseph Lynskey was determined to overcome his fear and reclaim his life as a New Yorker who enjoys the city in full. On Tuesday, he filed a lawsuit against the city and the M.T.A.
Gustavo Dudamel’s Long Goodbye to L.A., and Long Hello to New York
2/24/2026 6:01 AM Open Story
As the conductor prepares to leave the Los Angeles Philharmonic for the New York Philharmonic, he says, “I am in two waters.”
Trump’s New Tariffs Are Illegal Too
2/24/2026 9:24 AM Open Story
Just another attempt to ignore the law and dare the courts to step in.
America Has an Edge Over China. Why Won’t We Use It?
2/24/2026 10:21 AM Open Story
American manufacturing prowess won’t be restored without bringing new technologies to the factory floor.
Your Tariff Questions
2/24/2026 4:12 AM Open Story
We’re addressing some of your concerns about President Trump’s tariff regime.
Is A.I. Changing the Way You Teach Writing? Tell Us.
2/23/2026 2:56 PM Open Story
We want to hear from high school teachers and college professors who assign writing.
Germany’s Leader Heads to China and Walks a Tightrope Between Xi and Trump
2/24/2026 9:53 AM Open Story
Chancellor Friedrich Merz’s trip will test his ability to address tensions between the countries, at a time of strain between Europe and Washington.
Two Missouri Deputies Are Killed After Traffic Stop in Christian County
2/24/2026 9:56 AM Open Story
The suspect, who had been charged with receiving stolen property, was killed after fleeing into the woods, said the sheriff’s office in Christian County, which is south of Springfield.
Supreme Court Sides With Couple in Case Involving Baby Food Sold at Whole Foods
2/24/2026 7:21 AM Open Story
The court agreed to revive a lawsuit by a Texas couple who claimed that tainted baby food purchased at Whole Foods had sickened their young son.
Robert Carradine, Actor Who Played the Father in ‘Lizzie McGuire,’ Dies at 71
2/24/2026 7:39 AM Open Story
A member of a renowned acting dynasty, he also earned fame for his role in “Revenge of the Nerds.” His family said he struggled with bipolar disorder.