Lebanon Emerges as Weak Link in U.S.-Iran Deal to End War
6/19/2026 3:31 PM Open Story
The conflict between Israel and Hezbollah, once seen as a secondary front to the American-Israeli war on Iran, has become one of the main obstacles to ending it.
Disability Groups Fear RFK Jr.’s New Special Education Role
6/20/2026 6:35 AM Open Story
Alienated by Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s claims about autism, advocates for disabled students are sounding the alarm about the Trump administration's shifting special education programs to his department.
The Reflecting Pool Appears to Be Rejecting Its Makeover
6/20/2026 6:29 AM Open Story
As National Park Service crews try to clean the algae that turned the water bright green, another problem has developed: The “American flag blue” coating is coming off.
‘A Literal Coverup’: What Is the Kennedy Center Hiding Behind Those Tarps?
6/19/2026 6:52 PM Open Story
The arts center says it pulled President Trump’s name from the building front. But the result remains hidden by tarps, prompting questions and speculation.
Democratic Socialists Took City Hall. Now They’re Aiming at Congress.
6/20/2026 12:00 AM Open Story
After propelling Zohran Mamdani to become mayor of New York City, the Democratic Socialists of America are trying to take down incumbents in the House and the State Legislature.
Arizona Democrat’s Tough Past Fuels Pitch for a Key House Seat
6/20/2026 2:01 AM Open Story
JoAnna Mendoza, a Democrat challenging Representative Juan Ciscomani in a tossup district, is leaning into her painful and unique life story to appeal to voters.
Trump Shifts Stance in South Carolina After Losses in Governor’s Races
6/19/2026 3:03 PM Open Story
On Friday the president made the unusual move of endorsing both candidates in the Republican runoff for South Carolina governor, after initially supporting one of them.
Trump Called Iván Cepeda a ‘Radical Left Marxist.’ Can He Be Colombia’s President?
6/20/2026 2:00 AM Open Story
Iván Cepeda was caught off guard by a right-wing outsider and anti-leftist anger. He tells The Times he is not giving up.
Abelardo De La Espriella, Right-Wing Outsider, Could Be Colombia’s Next President
6/20/2026 7:22 AM Open Story
President Trump endorsed Abelardo De La Espriella, the conservative presidential candidate in Sunday’s election who has strong U.S. ties.
Memo by Rubio Approved Detention of Immigrant Who Criticized Trump Ally
6/19/2026 6:57 PM Open Story
Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Beto Coral’s criticism of a presidential candidate in his home country of Colombia undermined U.S. foreign policy.
Danny McBride Thinks Men Learned All the Wrong Lessons From Movies
6/20/2026 5:27 AM Open Story
The writer and actor, known for his profane comedic antiheroes, likes to find universal truths in human flaws.
Creature From the Green Lagoon
6/20/2026 4:00 AM Open Story
Trump’s slimy, stinky swamp within the swamp.
Will the Real JD Vance Please Stand Up?
6/20/2026 4:00 AM Open Story
Three Opinion writers share their views on “Communion,” the vice president’s new book.
Game Change
6/20/2026 3:21 AM Open Story
New York City’s temporary transformation by the Knicks’ resurgence offers a glimpse of a kinder, more connected world.
After Andy Burnham’s Win, the UK Is Set to Test How Far Charisma Can Shift Electoral Dynamics
6/20/2026 4:36 AM Open Story
The governing Labour Party may oust Prime Minister Keir Starmer in favor of the more popular Andy Burnham — who will still face all the same challenges.