With Midterms Coming Up, G.O.P. Is Bogged Down in Congress
4/22/2026 1:07 PM Open Story
Republican majorities are at odds on big issues as the Senate resorts to extraordinary measures to pass homeland security funding over a Democratic blockade.
As Democrats Outraise Republican Candidates, the G.O.P. Has This $600 Million Edge
4/22/2026 11:10 AM Open Story
Even as the party faces a worrisome political environment and its candidates are outraised by Democratic ones, powerful Republican groups and super PACs have built a colossal advantage.
California’s Governor Candidates to Meet in First Major Debate After Swalwell
4/22/2026 11:07 AM Open Story
Six candidates for governor will face off Wednesday night in a race that has been upended by Eric Swalwell’s sudden departure.
Iran Again Tightens Its Grip on Shipping in the Strait of Hormuz
4/22/2026 1:21 PM Open Story
Traffic in the strait has all but halted as Iran renews its attacks, striking two vessels on Wednesday. More than 300 ships linked to Iran have passed through the strait since the war began.
How the War Powers Act Could Pressure Trump to End the Iran War
4/22/2026 11:32 AM Open Story
A decades-old law allows the president to wage war without congressional approval for 60 days, then limits his options for continuing. President Trump may seek to get around it.
F.B.I. Said to Have Investigated Times Reporter After Article on Patel’s Girlfriend
4/22/2026 1:15 PM Open Story
The bureau said it is not pursuing a case, but the scrutiny is an example of the Trump administration weighing whether to criminalize routine news gathering.
A $440,000 Breast Reduction: How Doctors Cashed In on the No Surprises Act and Arbitration
4/22/2026 6:24 AM Open Story
A law meant to end surprise medical billing accidentally created a multibillion-dollar industry that is making doctors richer.
A Capitol Police Officer, Bogus Accusations and a Jan. 6 Conspiracy Theory
4/22/2026 10:03 AM Open Story
Shauni Kerkhoff was wrongfully implicated in the notorious Capitol Hill pipe-bomb case. Can she ever fully move on?
Kevin Warsh, Trump’s Fed Pick, Has Tough Task Shedding ‘Sock Puppet’ Label
4/22/2026 7:47 AM Open Story
Kevin M. Warsh, at his confirmation hearing to lead the Federal Reserve, sought to dispel doubts that he would yield to President Trump’s demand for lower rates.
Pace of N.I.H. Funding Slows Further in Trump’s Second Year
4/22/2026 11:42 AM Open Story
The agency has approved far fewer new grants than it did in years past. A renewed effort to screen for disfavored terms and a loss of personnel are contributing.
Anthropic’s New Mythos A.I. Model Sets Off Global Alarms
4/22/2026 12:48 PM Open Story
Mythos has triggered emergency responses from central banks and intelligence agencies globally, as Anthropic decides who has access to the powerful model.
Leaked Code for Anthropic’s Claude Code Tests Copyright Challenges in A.I. Era
4/22/2026 7:37 AM Open Story
Artificial intelligence tools are making it faster than ever to reproduce creative work. Does copyright even matter anymore?
D4vd Murder Case: Celeste Rivas Hernandez’s Cause of Death Is Revealed
4/22/2026 1:19 PM Open Story
The Los Angeles police sought to keep the findings secret for months as they investigated the singer D4vd, who was charged this week with the murder of the teenager.
Who Are D4vd and Celeste Rivas Hernandez?
4/20/2026 4:39 PM Open Story
The musician known for creating the anthem for Fortnite was charged with murder after her remains were found in his car, officials said.
How the Southern Poverty Law Center Drew the Ire of Conservatives
4/22/2026 11:51 AM Open Story
Before the Justice Department filed charges against it, the group had faced scandal and critiques from both the left and the right.
2 Are Dead After ‘Chemical Emergency’ at a West Virginia Plant
4/22/2026 1:28 PM Open Story
As many as 30 others were treated at a hospital and at the scene after a “chemical release” of hydrogen sulfide at a plant in Nitro, W.Va., the authorities said.
‘Free Births’ Are a New Pregnancy Trend. Critics Warn About Serious Risks.
4/22/2026 1:08 PM Open Story
Promoters of free birthing reject any type of medical intervention during pregnancy or delivery. The movement has been trending on social media, but critics warn it poses serious risks.
Supreme Court Rejects Oil Company Argument in Fight Over Great Lakes Pipeline
4/22/2026 8:34 AM Open Story
The justices sided with Michigan officials, who have raised environmental alarms and pushed to decommission an aging section of the pipeline.
Supreme Court Finds Soldier Injured in Suicide Bombing Can Sue
4/22/2026 7:42 AM Open Story
An American soldier was injured in a 2016 suicide bombing in Afghanistan. The justices cleared the way for the soldier to proceed with a lawsuit against a military contractor.
Aftershocks from ‘The Shadow Papers’
4/21/2026 1:56 PM Open Story
Publication of a trove of confidential Supreme Court memos ignited debates in the legal academy.
College Where Charlie Kirk Was Killed Revokes Graduation Speaker’s Invite
4/22/2026 8:15 AM Open Story
Utah Valley University was thrilled that Sharon McMahon, a best-selling author, would speak at its graduation. And then her old posts resurfaced.
Aging in Place: How Technology Might Help You Grow Old at Home
4/22/2026 11:50 AM Open Story
The budding field is turning dreams into reality for older adults who are eager to age in place, filling caregiving gaps and easing minds as America ages rapidly.
There’s Another Reason Gen Z Can’t Find Work
4/22/2026 11:28 AM Open Story
It’s not just because of A.I. This started 40 years ago.
‘The Rich Don’t Play by the Rules. So Why Should I?’
4/22/2026 8:00 AM Open Story
Why petty theft might be the new political protest.
Rep. David Scott, Longtime Georgia Lawmaker, Dies at 80
4/22/2026 1:30 PM Open Story
The former Georgia state lawmaker was an advocate for issues that affected Black communities. He drew attention for his refusal to exit politics amid health problems.
Man Accused of Killing 3 in Spree Near Atlanta Dies in Jail
4/22/2026 12:31 PM Open Story
Olaolukitan Adon Abel, a 26-year-old Navy veteran, had been charged with killing a man and two women in a series of attacks across suburban Atlanta.
Wildfires in Georgia Destroy Homes and Set Off Evacuations
4/22/2026 12:52 PM Open Story
The fires are also causing poor air quality, expected to last into at least Thursday, for a corner of the Southeast.
Former Employee Sues MrBeast’s Company Over Harassment Claims
4/22/2026 11:58 AM Open Story
The former employee of the YouTube star’s production company said in a federal lawsuit that she had experienced sexual harassment and pregnancy discrimination. Beast Industries denies all of the claims.