An Angry Trump Struggles to Understand Iran’s Defiant Leaders
8/4/2026 12:20 PM Open Story
Iran’s leaders have perplexed several American presidents, perhaps none more than President Trump.
Strait of Hormuz Deal With Iran Possible Soon, Bessent Says
8/4/2026 10:57 AM Open Story
Qatar said that draft language of a deal was being circulated, while Secretary of State Marco Rubio expressed optimism about the talks but added that nothing was final yet.
Stocks Rally as Investors Grow Hopeful About a Hormuz Deal
8/4/2026 12:21 PM Open Story
The price of oil fell sharply on hopes that talks were progressing on reopening the Strait of Hormuz.
Parts of Trump’s New White House Helipad Disassembled, Photos Show
8/4/2026 12:08 PM Open Story
Last week, construction workers had begun to decorate the new South Lawn helipad with a giant presidential seal. By Tuesday, the design was gone.
Max Miller Shrugs Off Trump’s Warning and Pushes Ahead in Ohio
8/4/2026 12:00 PM Open Story
Republicans hoped a shove from President Trump would persuade the embattled congressman to drop his re-election bid in the face of abuse allegations. It hasn’t happened.
How Well Is the Progressive Left Actually Doing?
8/4/2026 9:47 AM Open Story
Its wins have been largely confined to highly educated and heavily Democratic parts of urban America. But two races could change that.
Ronald Lauder, a Billionaire G.O.P. Backer, Closes His Wallet
8/4/2026 9:12 AM Open Story
Ronald S. Lauder, a major funder of conservative political causes, has not given a single dollar this year to Republicans in his home state, and his super PAC has gone idle.
Warsh Wanted ‘Regime Change.’ Markets Are Demanding a Reset.
8/4/2026 8:11 AM Open Story
After his latest appearance set off a bout of volatility, Kevin M. Warsh, the chairman of the Federal Reserve, is under pressure to clear up mixed signals about his commitment to getting inflation down.
U.S. Trade Deficit Dips in June Along With ‘World Cup Effect’
8/4/2026 8:49 AM Open Story
Imports and exports both declined, retreating from a busy month in May, data from the Commerce Department showed.
Stressed? Overwhelmed? Have You Tried Being Jack Johnson Instead?
8/4/2026 8:00 AM Open Story
His frozen-in-time anthems, odes to going with the flow, are the soundtrack to a summer of “hopecore.”
Uber’s Strategy for Fighting Sexual Assault Suits: ‘What Were You Wearing?’
8/4/2026 7:34 AM Open Story
The ride-hailing giant promised to handle legal claims “in a way that is best for the survivor.” Its lawyers are pursuing a far more aggressive strategy.
Pacific Palisades Shopping Center Set to Reopen Following Palisades Fire
8/4/2026 12:21 PM Open Story
Rick Caruso, the billionaire real estate developer and former Los Angeles mayoral candidate, is reviving a property still surrounded by burned-out lots.
Using a Gun to Defend Yourself? The Right to Kill Is Growing.
8/3/2026 2:00 AM Open Story
States are pushing to pass laws sanctioning more reasons to use lethal violence in self-defense, a distinctly American tradition.
After Midtown Building Buckles, Violations Are Found at Many Other Sites
8/4/2026 12:32 PM Open Story
After two steel beams buckled at a Manhattan high-rise last month, city officials conducted inspections at dozens of construction sites across the city. None of the violations posed a danger to the public, the city said.
The New York City Parking Sticker of Shame Is Back
8/4/2026 12:21 PM Open Story
After 14 years, the city has returned to slapping bright stickers on cars that do not move for street sweepers.
How the Mohegan Tribe Lost a Billion-Dollar Casino in South Korea
8/4/2026 4:17 AM Open Story
Inspire Entertainment Resort — an alternative to Macau, the world’s gambling capital — was supposed to be a “transformational” project for the Native American tribe.
Ariana Grande and the Debate Over Health, Privacy and Celebrity
8/4/2026 9:01 AM Open Story
The pop star has long pushed back on comments about her weight loss, urging fans to be “gentler.” As her fame reached new heights, so did the scrutiny.
An Invasive Mosquito Is Spreading With Alarming Speed, Threatening Africa’s Cities
8/4/2026 8:37 AM Open Story
The malaria-carrying mosquito is resistant to all insecticides. Scientists are scrambling to find ways to blunt the risk.
Yes, the Show Has Drawn Raves. But Some of the Objects Are Not Real.
8/4/2026 2:03 AM Open Story
When the New York Historical realized that sunlight in its new wing would potentially damage some items on display, it scrambled to reproduce or remove them.
What Do Dictators Fear Most? Just Ask Nicaragua.
8/3/2026 10:00 PM Open Story
Nicaragua shows what happens when even dictators fear a rigged election.
The Suicide Crisis in Wyoming
8/4/2026 10:53 AM Open Story
Wyoming has one of the highest suicide rates in the nation.
Man Arrested on Suspicion of Arson in Spokane Wildfire
8/4/2026 9:39 AM Open Story
Aaron Farinacci, 37, was arrested after a witness reported seeing him kneeling near the ignition site, officials said. Winds were forecast to increase Friday and Saturday, bringing a return to extremely critical fire weather.