Prosecutors Examined Firm With Tie to Judge in Trump Hush Money Trial
8/15/2026 12:26 PM Open Story
The U.S. attorney in Chicago subpoenaed a fund-raising firm that had been co-owned by the daughter of Judge Juan Merchan, who conducted the trial that led to Donald Trump’s felony conviction.
Canadian Petition to Expel U.S. Ambassador Pete Hoekstra Takes Off
8/15/2026 11:15 AM Open Story
Mr. Hoekstra has been President Trump’s faithful messenger in Canada amid a historic low in relations. More than 170,000 Canadians want him gone.
How The New York Times Reported on Trump’s Air Force One Ruse in Turkey
8/14/2026 12:20 PM Open Story
President Trump’s Air Force One subterfuge duped potential adversaries — and the press. Here’s what happened.
Democrats Make South Carolina the First Contest in 2028 Presidential Primary Calendar
8/15/2026 11:27 AM Open Story
The party’s membership finalized the new order for the first six states to winnow the candidate field, pushing back Iowa and New Hampshire.
Sherrod Brown Seeks Senate Comeback in Ohio, Hoping His Populist Pitch Still Resonates
8/15/2026 12:40 PM Open Story
At 73, Sherrod Brown is mounting a comeback bid in Ohio. He is one of the Democrats his party is counting on to retake control of the Senate.
As China Pushes to Expand in Asia, Trump Focuses on Iran
8/15/2026 2:01 AM Open Story
Asian allies are beginning to wonder whether the United States would or could defend them in a war.
Iran Says Qatar Captured Its Pilots Months Ago, a Claim Qatar Rejects
8/15/2026 12:36 PM Open Story
Iran said the airmen have been held since March 2 when their fighter jets were shot down. The Qatari government denies detaining any Iranian pilots.
Israeli Strikes in Lebanon Kill 11, Health Officials Say
8/15/2026 9:09 AM Open Story
The Lebanese health ministry said children were among those killed. The Israeli prime minister’s office said Hezbollah had struck first, injuring three Israeli soldiers.
Professor’s Death Leaves Behind Hard Questions for Cambridge on Race and Hiring
8/15/2026 10:31 AM Open Story
Jason Arday, the school’s youngest Black professor, was found dead on Friday. The school ignored a series of warnings about his life story and his work.
An Island Used to Storms Readies for One of the Strongest in Decades
8/15/2026 12:32 PM Open Story
Storms regularly sweep across Hawaii, but actual hurricanes are rare. As Lala approached, propane, ice and Oreos were among the priorities.
The Last Hurricane to Hit Hawaii Became a Movie Star
8/15/2026 12:39 PM Open Story
Hurricane Iniki devastated Kauai, causing at least seven deaths and $1.8 billion in damage. It also got a cameo in a Spielberg movie.
What Is Happening at the Border in Big Bend National Park?
8/15/2026 6:06 AM Open Story
Over the objections of environmentalists, local sheriffs and some state leaders, the Trump administration appears to be moving ahead with border infrastructure in one of Texas’ most beloved parks.
The Charming, Amusing, Surprisingly Low-Confidence Matthew Rhys
8/15/2026 5:33 AM Open Story
The “Widow’s Bay” star on his two Emmy nominations, his penchant for going dark and his wobbly self-esteem.
Republicans Are Trying to Hide These Health Care Cuts
8/15/2026 4:31 AM Open Story
Republicans are taking deliberate steps to make health care less affordable.
How Are the Democrats’ Midterm Dreams Shaping Up?
8/15/2026 7:58 AM Open Story
Democratic divisions, polling misses and Ocasio-Cortez’s egg freezing: the week in politics.
Central Synagogue Attack Rattles Jewish New Yorkers
8/15/2026 12:47 PM Open Story
The police said a man on Friday night struck a congregant at the prominent Upper East Side synagogue, as Jews in the city contend with threats, fears and internal divides.