With Iran Setting Limits, Strait of Hormuz Remains Thorny Politically
4/10/2026 3:14 AM Open Story
Even after a cease-fire, Iran is keeping a chokehold on traffic, forcing countries to cut deals that could put them at odds with the U.S.
The Mass Purge of Immigration Judges, and Melania Trump’s Surprise Epstein Remarks
4/10/2026 4:08 AM Open Story
Plus, your Friday news quiz.
A Record Jump in U.S. Gasoline Prices Is Squeezing Consumers
4/10/2026 7:04 AM Open Story
The cost at the pump made its biggest monthly percentage increase in decades amid lingering tensions over the war in Iran.
Soaring Fuel Prices Squeeze China’s Frugal Truckers
4/10/2026 2:01 AM Open Story
Many long-haul truckers in China have a tight budget and live frugally on the road, sleeping and cooking in their vehicles. Now, the pain at the pump is forcing some drivers to rethink their lives.
Iran War Drives Deeper Oil Shock Than Prices Reveal
4/10/2026 6:39 AM Open Story
The war with Iran is preventing huge amounts of oil from flowing out of the Persian Gulf, but the prices that many people track don’t fully capture the scale of the disruption.
Why Investing in Wind and Solar to Avoid Gas Shocks Hasn’t Added Up for Some
4/10/2026 8:13 AM Open Story
Renewable energy is cheaper to run than fossil fuels, especially with war choking oil supply. But it hasn’t turned out that way for some European countries, and the reason is complex.
Tracking 7 of Mamdani’s Biggest Campaign Promises
4/10/2026 12:00 AM Open Story
Zohran Mamdani based his successful campaign for mayor of New York City on several central pledges. Here’s an early look on where those stand.
Melania Trump Says She Was Not Associated With Jeffrey Epstein
4/9/2026 4:03 PM Open Story
Responding to what she said were smears, the first lady said she never had knowledge of Jeffrey Epstein’s abuse and was not a victim of his. She called for a congressional hearing for his victims.
How Airlines Turned First-Class Seats From Freebies to a Profit Engine
4/10/2026 2:00 AM Open Story
Airlines used to give away most of their nicest seats, but they have increasingly found ways to persuade people to pay a lot for them.
To Fill Air Traffic Controller Shortage, F.A.A. Turns to Gamers
4/10/2026 8:25 AM Open Story
Avid players of video games have emerged as a target demographic for recruiters at a range of federal agencies, including the military and the Department of Homeland Security.
TSA Lines Are Shorter. The World Cup and a Lengthy Shutdown Could Change That.
4/10/2026 2:02 AM Open Story
Security lines are shorter, but the shutdown continues and pay is unresolved. With the World Cup around the corner, T.S.A. agents are tempering their expectations.
Trump’s Changes Lock Some Employers Out of H-1B Visa Program
4/10/2026 2:02 AM Open Story
Since imposing a $100,000 fee on new visas in September, the Trump administration has upended the skilled worker program.
Trump Administration Returns to Court for Yet Another Tariff Lawsuit
4/10/2026 2:02 AM Open Story
States and small businesses challenged the 10 percent tax on many imports that President Trump imposed after the Supreme Court struck down a previous slate of tariffs.
Masked Men in San Francisco Offer Cash for Signatures on Ballot Initiatives
4/10/2026 2:02 AM Open Story
California’s ballot initiative wars are so lucrative that signature gatherers are offering cash and pizza for names on a petition. The exchange is illegal, and state officials say they are investigating.
Democrats Eying 2028 Presidential Runs Court Black Voters
4/10/2026 8:15 AM Open Story
At a convention in New York, possible candidates for the Democratic presidential primary are making overtures to a vital constituency.
Where Mail Voting Began, Worries Spread Over Trump’s Attacks
4/10/2026 2:01 AM Open Story
In the Pacific Northwest, mail-in ballots have been the norm for decades, but President Trump’s war on such voting has turned a point of regional pride into another partisan battle line.
State Judges Turn to Guns in New Era of Judicial Threats
4/10/2026 2:00 AM Open Story
A Times examination reveals thousands of threats against state judges, in addition to assaults and fatal attacks. Judges say local law enforcement agencies often can’t offer adequate protection.
How and When to Watch NASA’s Artemis II Splash Down in Pacific Ocean
4/10/2026 5:00 AM Open Story
Here’s what you need to know about Artemis II and the splashdown of the Orion capsule.
‘Death of a Salesman,’ With Nathan Lane and Laurie Metcalf, Is Perfect for Our Time
4/9/2026 7:00 PM Open Story
Arthur Miller’s classic tragedy returns to Broadway, starring Nathan Lane and Laurie Metcalf. Yet again, it is a triumph.
‘Euphoria’ Creator Sam Levinson Talks Tragedy, the Internet and the End of the Show
4/8/2026 2:01 AM Open Story
Ahead of the Season 3 premiere on Sunday, the show’s creator discussed his reputation, the loss of Angus Cloud and the soul-searching that followed.
‘Euphoria’ Is Back. Here’s What to Know.
4/10/2026 2:02 AM Open Story
The third season of the scandalous drama premieres on Sunday, more than four years after the end of Season 2. Fuzzy on the details? We can help.
Trump Is Turning America Into a Psychotic State
4/10/2026 7:42 AM Open Story
What are the implications if the administration of the world’s most powerful country is chaotic in its thinking and not reliably in touch with reality?
Why Republicans Will Not Run Away From Trump
4/10/2026 2:02 AM Open Story
Without Trump on the midterms ballot, how will his party fare?
You Can’t Use This A.I.
4/10/2026 3:59 AM Open Story
Claude Mythos Preview is dangerous, Anthropic said. We explain the risks.
Jimmy Kimmel Salutes Melania’s White House Surprise
4/9/2026 10:35 PM Open Story
The first lady addressed her relationship with Jeffrey Epstein in a prepared statement that the talk show host called “better than her movie.”
See You in Pyongyang: Russia Pushes Its People to Embrace North Korea
4/10/2026 2:05 AM Open Story
Through art, food, tourism and academics, an increasingly isolated Moscow is seeking to cement lasting ties with Pyongyang.
Bob Law, Trailblazing Talk-Radio Host, Dies at 86
4/10/2026 8:12 AM Open Story
His wee-hours show “Night Talk” was a nationally syndicated stalwart, examining tough issues and spotlighting Black cultural and political stars.
BuzzBallz, High-Alcohol Mixed Cocktails, Are Taking Over Gen Z
4/10/2026 2:00 AM Open Story
BuzzBallz, a brand of pre-mixed cocktail in colorful orbs, are all the rage. Experts worry they are a magnet for underage drinkers.
Many Venezuelans Want to Go Home. But They Can’t Get Passports.
4/10/2026 2:00 AM Open Story
The U.S. has made it impossible for them to stay legally, and their own country makes it difficult for them to return.