Long Overlooked, Caspian Sea Provides Strategic Trade Route for Iran
5/9/2026 2:01 AM Open Story
The landlocked body of water has taken on new significance, with Russia shipping military and commercial goods to bolster Tehran’s ability to withstand the U.S. assault.
Deadly Israeli Strikes Erode Cease-Fire in Lebanon
5/9/2026 10:37 AM Open Story
Fighting between Israel and Hezbollah has shown little sign of abating, with Hezbollah also continuing to attack Israeli troops, and both sides accusing the other of violating a U.S.-brokered truce.
Strait of Hormuz Remains Effectively Blocked After Naval Skirmishes
5/9/2026 2:43 PM Open Story
The U.S. Navy’s blockade continued to intercept ships trying to leave or enter Iranian ports, while fear of Iranian attacks kept other ships from attempting passage through the narrows.
How Republicans Gained an Edge on the Midterm House Map Over 10 Days
5/9/2026 2:02 AM Open Story
Republicans are charging ahead in the nation’s redistricting race, and showing new bullishness after months of growing midterm fears.
Redistricting Ruling in Virginia Adds to Gov. Abigail Spanberger’s Headaches
5/9/2026 5:20 PM Open Story
Gov. Abigail Spanberger had initially been skeptical of the push for new maps, but as the state’s leading Democrat she had a political stake in its fate.
How Minority Districts Fueled the G.O.P.’s Southern Ascendancy in Congress
5/9/2026 2:02 AM Open Story
The “majority-minority” House districts struck down by the Supreme Court last week sent a surge of Black and Hispanic lawmakers to Congress. They also opened opportunities for the G.O.P.
Republicans Are Building an Advantage in Redistricting. How Much Is It Worth?
5/9/2026 6:32 AM Open Story
Where things stands in the race for House control after recent court rulings.
How ‘The View’ Landed at the Center of a Free Speech Battle
5/9/2026 8:01 AM Open Story
The Trump administration’s focus on the show is testament to the enduring influence of an old-fashioned broadcast TV program started 29 years ago.
Which Trump Tariffs Are in Place, in the Works or Ruled Illegal
5/9/2026 2:02 AM Open Story
The president has reworked his tariffs repeatedly — sometimes because they have been declared illegal — with more updates still to come.
Passengers on Hantavirus Cruise Ship Will Disembark in Tenerife and Return to Home Countries
5/9/2026 5:38 PM Open Story
The cruise ship will arrive on the island of Tenerife, part of the Canary Islands of Spain, officials said. All of the passengers will then be evacuated to their home countries.
Hantavirus Vaccines and Treatments Are in the Pipeline
5/9/2026 6:41 AM Open Story
But it has been hard to attract interest in medical interventions for viruses that have not been considered a top public health priority, scientists say.
Speak, Yuppie
5/6/2026 4:56 PM Open Story
The young urban professionals of the 1980s changed our cities, our politics and our meritocratic work lives.
My Ted Talk
5/9/2026 8:30 AM Open Story
Captain Courageous cut a cool swath, in contrast to today’s creepy oligarchs.
Red Card or Black Card? The Conscription Lottery in Thailand.
5/9/2026 9:01 PM Open Story
The draft, which is mandatory for men, is a deeply divisive issue in the country. But volunteer enlistments have soared amid a surge in nationalism and a sluggish economy.
Kristin Smart Search Ends Without Recovery of Remains at California Property
5/9/2026 5:44 PM Open Story
A new lead brought investigators back to a property just south of San Luis Obispo, Calif., tied to the family of the man convicted of killing her 30 years ago.
Hiker Killed by Bear at Glacier National Park, Officials Say
5/9/2026 3:25 PM Open Story
The man was found with injuries “consistent with those sustained by a bear encounter” three days after leaving for a hike, the National Park Service said.
Frontier Jet Hits Person on Runway During Takeoff at Denver Airport
5/9/2026 1:40 PM Open Story
The plane reported an engine fire and aborted its takeoff. The people on board were safely evacuated.