Kevin Warsh Has a Tough Job Ahead. It’s Not the First Time.
1/31/2026 4:50 AM Open Story
Mr. Warsh is known as a consensus builder, skills he will need if he is to head the Federal Reserve when President Trump is demanding rock-bottom rates.
A Hawkish Kevin Warsh at the Fed Could Haunt Bessent
1/31/2026 2:02 AM Open Story
The Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent tried to avoid providing President Trump with a clear recommendation to lead the central bank.
For Hassett, Loyalty to Trump Became a Liability in Fed Race
1/31/2026 2:00 AM Open Story
Kevin A. Hassett had been seen as the front-runner in the Fed race, but his deep ties to the president raised questions about his independence.
Sell America Is the New Trade on Wall Street
1/31/2026 5:26 AM Open Story
Investors are increasingly souring on the United States, as illustrated by the declining dollar, the stalled stock market and rising government borrowing costs.
ICE Expands Power of Agents to Arrest People Without Warrants
1/30/2026 6:53 PM Open Story
An internal memo changed the standard from whether people are unlikely to show up for hearings to whether they could leave the scene.
Politicians Are Calling the Protests in Minnesota an Insurgency
1/31/2026 2:02 AM Open Story
The term, used to describe war, poses dangers when applied to American political unrest.
How Fear of ICE Upended Life in One Minnesota School District
1/31/2026 2:02 AM Open Story
In Fridley, a Minneapolis suburb, school officials are driving nervous teachers and buying families groceries. At dismissal, the superintendent patrols for federal agents.
Spending Deal Leaves Government in Shutdown Limbo for the Weekend
1/31/2026 6:13 AM Open Story
The House still must clear the legislation for President Trump’s signature, but is not expected to return to Washington to do so before Monday.
How Europe Is Moving to Reduce Dependence on Trump
1/30/2026 9:01 PM Open Story
Since President Trump made threats about Greenland, the continent’s leaders have debated the rapid deterioration of U.S. ties in policy papers and at dinner.
U.S. Allies Are Drawing Closer to China, but on Beijing’s Terms
1/30/2026 9:01 PM Open Story
As Washington unsettles its partners, Beijing is reaping diplomatic gains, without backing down on human rights, trade or security.
Usha Vance’s Pregnancy Becomes a Talking Point
1/31/2026 2:01 AM Open Story
The announcement that the second family is expecting a fourth child has turned Ms. Vance into a symbol of success for proponents of conservative family values.
Release of Three Million Epstein Pages Falls Short, Survivors Say
1/30/2026 6:08 PM Open Story
Todd Blanche, the deputy attorney general, told reporters on Friday that “there’s a hunger or a thirst for information that I do not think will be satisfied by the review of these documents.”
Here’s What to Know About the Millions of Pages of Epstein Documents
1/30/2026 4:20 PM Open Story
Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche signaled that this would be the last major release of files related to Jeffrey Epstein.
Catherine O’Hara Was Always a Delight
1/30/2026 4:39 PM Open Story
The Emmy-winning actress was especially adept at playing women who had been cast off but maintained an inflated sense of self, always with a great comedic payoff.
They’re Stepping Up on ‘The Pitt’
1/29/2026 2:02 AM Open Story
Four actors discuss the evolution of their young clinician characters on “The Pitt.” In Season 2 they are a little older, a little wiser and still soaked in fake blood.
Trump Could Interfere With the Midterm Elections. Here’s How to Help.
1/31/2026 4:00 AM Open Story
The sanctity of the 2026 vote is indeed under threat.
ICE Took Their Classmate. They Started Writing Letters.
1/31/2026 5:26 AM Open Story
Letters from students living in fear.
Good Company
1/31/2026 3:55 AM Open Story
Let’s talk about the new and old shows we’ll be watching this winter.
Drilling Through the Thwaites Glacier for Clues to Its Melting
1/30/2026 9:59 AM Open Story
A team hopes to place instruments in the waters beneath the colossal Thwaites Glacier, with the help of a drill that uses hot water to punch through ice.
Deadly Israeli Strikes in Gaza, as Rafah Border Is Set to Reopen
1/31/2026 5:22 AM Open Story
A local health official said at least 26 people had been killed in the attacks, which the Israeli military said had targeted Hamas commanders. The opening of the border was seen as progress in the cease-fire.
Russia’s Oil Revenue Is Plummeting
1/31/2026 2:02 AM Open Story
The new reality has forced the Kremlin to raise taxes and increase debt, and hovers over peace talks with Ukraine.
Energy Bills Have Soared Recently. How Can States Bring Costs Down?
1/31/2026 2:00 AM Open Story
Energy experts said that governors and legislatures have tools to keep electricity prices from rising further, and might even be able to lower them.
The Latest Way to Create an Isolated Retreat: Buy a Whole Village
1/31/2026 5:00 AM Open Story
Wealthy buyers and tourism entrepreneurs are acquiring abandoned European villages — school, church and bar included.