Beneath King Charles’s Jokes and Decorum, Some Subtle Rebuttals to Trump
4/28/2026 7:45 PM Open Story
King Charles III gently pushed back against President Trump’s attacks on Britain and NATO, and he spoke of the importance of checks and balances.
See the Menu for the British Royal State Dinner
4/28/2026 6:11 PM Open Story
Spring-herbed ravioli and Dover sole meunière are among the dishes at the dinner honoring King Charles III of Britain and Queen Camilla.
Full Guest List for Trump’s State Dinner With Charles and Camilla
4/28/2026 6:31 PM Open Story
Six members of the Supreme Court were invited to the dinner, alongside top administration officials, billionaires and Republican lawmakers.
DOJ Secures New James Comey Indictment Over Alleged Threat Against Trump
4/28/2026 5:08 PM Open Story
The new case stems from a social media post showing seashells on a North Carolina beach that the Trump administration characterized as a threat against the president.
FCC Orders a Review of ABC’s Licenses Amid Feud Between Trump and Kimmel
4/28/2026 2:45 PM Open Story
The agency said the review was related to the network’s diversity and inclusion policies. But it came amid a fight between the president and the network’s late night host, Jimmy Kimmel.
What to Know About the Kimmel vs. Trump Feud
4/28/2026 12:05 PM Open Story
The president and first lady took exception to a joke. Jimmy Kimmel defended it.
OpenAI Trial Starts With Two Very Different Tales of a Company’s Early Years
4/28/2026 4:45 PM Open Story
In the trial’s first day of testimony, Elon Musk said greed led co-founder Sam Altman to pull the A.I. lab away from its nonprofit roots. OpenAI says that’s nonsense.
Amid Iran War and Tensions with Neighbors, U.A.E. Goes Its Own Way
4/28/2026 3:12 PM Open Story
The United Arab Emirates’ decision to leave OPEC has rocked the region, underscoring how the country, at odds with Saudi Arabia, is increasingly charting its own course.
Britain Summons Iran’s Ambassador Over Message to Iranians in U.K.
4/28/2026 2:35 PM Open Story
Iran’s embassy in London posted a message on social media inviting Iranians living in Britain to register for a ‘Sacrifice for the Homeland’ campaign.
Gallows Humor Provides Respite From Mideast Wars
4/28/2026 9:01 PM Open Story
Arab digital creators on social media are turning out edgy material to cope with the conflicts and bring levity to a pain that often feels too raw.
Trump’s Face Will Appear on Limited-Edition U.S. Passports, State Dept. Says
4/28/2026 1:53 PM Open Story
The department said it planned to release “a limited number of specially designed” U.S. passports that feature a picture of the president to commemorate the country’s 250th anniversary in July.
Former Fauci Adviser Indicted on Covid-Related Charges
4/28/2026 4:46 PM Open Story
Prosecutors accused Dr. David Morens, a former adviser to Dr. Anthony S. Fauci, of hiding records related to the onset of the pandemic.
White House Urges House to Quickly Fund D.H.S.
4/28/2026 6:48 PM Open Story
The call amounted to a rebuke of Speaker Mike Johnson, who has delayed action on a homeland security spending bill and suggested this week that it needed changes.
Kennedy Center Works to Make the Case That Repairs Are Urgent
4/28/2026 1:42 PM Open Story
In Washington and in federal court, the center is arguing that its planned two-year closure is crucial. Critics say it’s a result of declining attendance and fleeing artists.
Global Deforestation Slows, W.R.I. Report Finds. But Wildfires Are Taking a Toll.
4/28/2026 9:01 PM Open Story
In 2025, the world razed less forest than any other year in the last decade. The bad news: global warming is making wildfires more frequent and intense.
Trump Tests the Limits of His Most Faithful Supporters
4/28/2026 10:09 AM Open Story
The president’s rhetoric on religion, along with hard-line immigration policies and the U.S. war in Iran, has splintered a coalition of Christian voters who returned him to the White House.
Democrats Pitch ‘New Affordability,’ Looking to Widen Midterm Appeal
4/28/2026 2:00 PM Open Story
Progressives who expect their party to take control of Congress are putting forth a slate of bills aimed at helping lower costs for Americans, financed by tax increases on the wealthy.
The War in Iran Has Americans Rethinking Their Summer Travel Plans
4/28/2026 11:10 AM Open Story
Faced with geopolitical instability, economic uncertainty and rising airfares, many travelers are changing destinations or canceling their trips entirely.
Could At-Home Brain Stimulation Reduce Psychiatry’s Reliance on S.S.R.I.s?
4/28/2026 3:02 PM Open Story
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.
Supreme Court Appears Skeptical of Falun Gong Lawsuit Against Cisco
4/28/2026 12:05 PM Open Story
The court’s decision could have broader implications for lawsuits seeking to hold companies liable for international human rights abuses.
Offbeat Obituaries Celebrate Loss With Levity (and Brutal Honesty)
4/28/2026 12:45 PM Open Story
Irreverent tributes filled with unvarnished truths and funny anecdotes, which run counter to more somber traditional obituaries, have gained attention for “how alive they feel,” a researcher said.
The Banality of Evil, Again
4/28/2026 2:00 PM Open Story
The distinguishing feature of Cole Tomas Allen’s manifesto is its insipidity.
Dirk Kempthorne, Former Idaho Governor and Interior Secretary, Dies at 74
4/28/2026 6:53 PM Open Story
A Republican, Mr. Kempthorne rose to prominence as the mayor of Boise in the late 1980s and early ’90s, as the city became a haven for outdoor enthusiasts.
Oakland’s Airport Can Use ‘San Francisco’ in Its Name Under Settlement
4/28/2026 7:06 PM Open Story
The agreement ends a two-year dispute between the Bay Area cities over the smaller airport’s rebranding.
Mamdani’s Candidate Concedes in High-Profile Council Race in Manhattan
4/28/2026 9:31 PM Open Story
The City Council special election pitting Lindsey Boylan, backed by Mayor Zohran Mamdani, against Carl Wilson, a community activist, was not officially called. But Ms. Boylan conceded.
‘Dances With Wolves’ Actor Is Sentenced to Life in Prison
4/28/2026 2:13 PM Open Story
Nathan Chasing Horse had been convicted of charges including the sexual assault of women and girls and the possession of child sexual abuse imagery.