Trump’s Defense Department Sees Growing Espionage Threat From Israel
6/6/2026 9:41 AM Open Story
The Defense Department has increased the counterintelligence threat assessment to its highest level, and Israel is believed to have eavesdropped on American negotiations with Iran.
Israeli Strike Kills 3 Lebanese Soldiers, Days After Truce Was Signed
6/6/2026 6:49 AM Open Story
Israel invaded Lebanon and occupied parts of the country to fight Hezbollah, an Iran-backed armed group, but its military offensive has drawn in others.
Infant Killed as Israeli Military Fires on Car in West Bank, Palestinian Officials Say
6/6/2026 2:00 PM Open Story
Israel’s military said a soldier opened fire after Israeli troops “perceived a vehicle accelerating toward them.” The baby’s grandmother, who was in the car, disputed that account.
As Trump Pushes Deportations, a Skyrocketing Caseload Strains Immigration Courts
6/6/2026 2:00 AM Open Story
A federal surge has more than doubled caseloads within some immigration courts nationwide. Lawyers say the tactic is causing errors and confusion.
Kennedy Center Loses Case Against Musician Who Canceled Over Trump Naming Dispute
6/6/2026 3:26 PM Open Story
A federal judge sided with jazz performer Chuck Redd, who canceled a 2025 holiday concert after President Trump’s name was added to the building.
U.S. Job Market Pushes Past Shocks and Strains
6/5/2026 12:53 PM Open Story
Employers added 172,000 jobs in May, adding to a vigorous pace of hiring in recent months. But wage growth is not keeping up with higher prices and consumers remain pessimistic.
The Bidens Return With New Book and South Dakota Speech Targeting Trump
6/6/2026 9:15 AM Open Story
The re-emergence of the former first family has been fraught for some Democrats who just want to move on.
A.I. Companies Don’t Know What to Do With Alex Bores
6/6/2026 12:00 AM Open Story
Outside groups have spent roughly $12 million to support or oppose Mr. Bores’s campaign for a House seat in Manhattan, elevating his name in a crowded race.
What Are Democrats’ Best Senate Pickup Opportunities?
6/5/2026 7:11 AM Open Story
We’ve grouped six battleground states by some of the factors that shape how likely it is for the party to flip each Senate seat.
Deluged With Mail Ballots, California Takes Its Time Counting Votes Again
6/6/2026 2:02 AM Open Story
Experts say speeding up the count in California would take more resources, but also scaling back rules that expand voting access.
New York City’s Most Patient Soccer Fans Are Ready for the Party
6/6/2026 6:45 AM Open Story
Uzbekistan is new to the World Cup. Norway and Haiti haven’t been there in decades. For expat communities all over the city, the wait is nearly over.
Screwworm Flies Add to Cattle Ranchers’ Woes
6/6/2026 10:35 AM Open Story
Some Texans fear “the nightmares and the horrors” of a potential screwworm outbreak. Elsewhere, not enough grass to feed cattle sends them to market earlier.
Raphael Warnock Says the Supreme Court Has Done ‘Violence’ to Democracy
6/6/2026 2:15 AM Open Story
The Democrat from Georgia on what he sees as the moral issues of our time.
17 Arrested, 1 Officer Injured in N.Y.C. Celebrations of Knicks’ Game 2 Win
6/6/2026 1:02 PM Open Story
The police took dozens of people into custody this week after N.B.A. finals watch parties in Midtown Manhattan grew unruly.
Norma Jeane’s Still Got It!
6/6/2026 4:00 AM Open Story
Some continue to like it hot.
Marco Rubio: Florida Centrist, Tea Party Darling, MAGA Warrior, President?
6/3/2026 2:21 PM Open Story
The secret to the secretary of state’s success.
Ukraine Strikes St. Petersburg in Long-Range Drone Attack
6/6/2026 3:01 PM Open Story
It was the second such attack in days and came just hours after President Vladimir V. Putin spoke at an economic forum in the city.