U.S. to Withdraw 5,000 Troops From Germany, Pentagon Says
5/1/2026 5:51 PM Open Story
Officials announced the decision after President Trump expressed annoyance with the German chancellor’s remarks about the Iran war.
How Germany Misjudged Trump’s Anger on Iran
5/2/2026 12:12 AM Open Story
After Chancellor Friedrich Merz upset President Trump with criticism of the war, he offered no public sign he believed Mr. Trump’s threats to pull troops were serious.
Spirit Airlines, a Pioneer of Low-Fare Flights, Shuts Down
5/1/2026 11:51 PM Open Story
Spirit once upended the industry by offering very low fares but was in its second bankruptcy in two years after years of struggle.
Spirit Airlines is Shutting Down. Here’s What to Do if You’re Scheduled to Fly.
5/2/2026 12:59 AM Open Story
After two stints in bankruptcy, the low-cost airline shut down early Saturday. Here’s what travelers should know about rebooking and refunds.
Federal Appeals Court Temporarily Halts Abortion Pill Access by Mail
5/1/2026 6:16 PM Open Story
The court order, in a lawsuit by the state of Louisiana, pauses a Food and Drug Administration regulation that greatly expanded access to the abortion pill mifepristone.
Obamacare Enrollment Drops Sharply as Costs Rise
5/1/2026 12:15 PM Open Story
Americans can’t afford the higher health insurance premiums that resulted from Congress’s refusal to extend federal tax credits.
F.D.A. Grants Early Access to Promising Drug for Pancreatic Cancer
5/1/2026 2:28 PM Open Story
Patients with one of the deadliest cancers have been pleading for an unapproved treatment that may prolong their lives.
Eric Swalwell Was Proficient in Social Media. So Were His Accusers.
5/1/2026 4:01 PM Open Story
Eric Swalwell used social media to boost his image and meet women, accusers said. Some of those same women used apps and influencers to join forces years later.
How Running Shoes Have Evolved, From Ancient Greece to a Record-Breaking Marathon Time
5/1/2026 9:35 AM Open Story
The race to near-weightlessness has been a driving force of innovation in running sneakers and helped lead to records shattering at the London Marathon.
Bard College’s President, Leon Botstein, Will Retire After Epstein Revelations
5/1/2026 4:45 PM Open Story
The president, Leon Botstein, who had run Bard for 50 years, faced scrutiny over his connections to Jeffrey Epstein.
Authorities Share New Video of Suspect in White House Correspondents’ Dinner Shooting
5/1/2026 11:58 AM Open Story
The F.B.I. and prosecutors shared an annotated video showing the suspect sprinting through a checkpoint and raising a gun. A frame-by-frame analysis suggests that he may have fired.
N.I.H. Reinstates Employee Put on Leave After Criticizing Trump Research Cuts
5/1/2026 4:43 PM Open Story
Jenna Norton had filed a whistle-blower complaint claiming that the agency leadership had retaliated against her.
Kennedy Consulted With Scandal P.R. Firm While Seeking Cabinet Nomination
5/1/2026 7:17 PM Open Story
An associate of the firm, which has been accused of running a smear campaign against the actress Blake Lively, promised to suppress negative stories about Robert F. Kennedy Jr., records show.
Federal Judge Blocks Plan to End Deportation Protections for Yemenis
5/1/2026 5:34 PM Open Story
A Supreme Court court decision involving similar deportation protections for Haitians and Syrians could have implications for Yemeni migrants.
Trump Threatens Higher Tariffs on European Cars
5/1/2026 12:36 PM Open Story
President Trump said that the European Union was not upholding its part of a trade agreement and that he would increase tariffs next week.
Stocks and Oil Prices Sent Conflicting Signals in April Amid Havoc of Iran War
5/1/2026 1:11 PM Open Story
The S&P 500 notched five weeks of gains for the first time in roughly 18 months. In April, it rose more than 10 percent, its best month since November 2020.
Voters Sue Over Louisiana Governor’s Move to Delay Primary
5/1/2026 3:20 PM Open Story
Legal challenges are mounting over the decision to suspend the state’s May House primary after a Supreme Court ruling found that the congressional map was unconstitutional.
Florida Redistricts in Republicans’ Favor
5/1/2026 8:43 AM Open Story
Our politics reporter Nick Corasaniti explains how Florida redrew its congressional district maps to create four more Republican-leaning House seats.
Southern States Move to Redistrict Under Weakened Voting Rights Act
5/1/2026 3:52 PM Open Story
Republican-led legislatures in Tennessee and Alabama will reconvene in the coming days. Unlike in Tennessee, however, a new map in Alabama will require Supreme Court action.
Trump Endorses Andy Barr for Senate as Musk-Backed Candidate Exits Race
5/1/2026 6:15 PM Open Story
The candidate in Kentucky, Nate Morris, said he would be joining the Trump administration. He met with the president a day before his announcement.
Georgia Governor Sets Date for Special Election to Fill David Scott’s House Seat
5/1/2026 5:05 PM Open Story
The winner will serve out the rest of Representative David Scott’s seat in Congress after the longtime lawmaker’s death last month.
Mexican Governor Accused by U.S. of Aiding Drug Cartel Steps Down
5/1/2026 11:13 PM Open Story
U.S. prosecutors accused Rubén Rocha Moya of protecting the powerful Sinaloa Cartel in exchange for bribes and political support, setting off a national scandal.
6 Common Medications That May Decrease Dementia Risk
4/22/2026 5:30 AM Open Story
Some vaccines, along with heart medications and other drugs, appear to have a protective benefit.
4 Medications That May Increase Dementia Risk
4/22/2026 2:00 AM Open Story
Experts have flagged several over-the-counter and prescription medications.
This Is What’s Behind Trump’s Relentlessness
5/1/2026 9:12 AM Open Story
“Animal spirits” and American presidents.
He Signed Away His Right to Sue by Subscribing to Disney+
5/1/2026 11:24 AM Open Story
Thanks to a series of Supreme Court decisions, nearly 80 percent of Fortune 500 companies can — and do — use forced arbitration with consumers or workers.
FEMA Disaster Aid is Flowing Slowly In Trump’s Second Term
5/1/2026 11:12 AM Open Story
During President Trump’s second term, the disaster declarations that unlock money are taking longer than in the past. Blue states wait the longest and they hear ‘no’ more often.
Mother Runs for Office in India After Daughter Was Raped and Killed
4/29/2026 10:57 PM Open Story
Ratna Debnath is a candidate for Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s party, which is campaigning on women’s safety in an Indian state election.
Cornell President’s Car Bumps Into Students After Confrontation Over Gaza
5/1/2026 5:49 PM Open Story
After a debate over the war, students say the university president hit them with his vehicle. He says he was the victim in the incident.
On May Day Cuba’s Communist Leaders Deliver a Defiant Tone to the U.S.
5/1/2026 2:13 PM Open Story
In front of the American Embassy in Havana, the Cuban government held its annual International Worker’s Day celebration as the United States sought to end the communist ruling system.