Trump’s Complaint About Israeli Strike on Gas Field Exposes Divergent Strategies
3/19/2026 5:39 PM Open Story
President Trump said he told Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of Israel he disapproved of the attack, which sent energy markets reeling. But Israeli officials said the Americans were informed beforehand.
Trump Says He Won’t Send Troops to Iran But Leaves Wiggle Room
3/19/2026 7:51 PM Open Story
The president was cagey about his plans for Iran. He confirmed the Pentagon was seeking $200 billion to support a protracted war effort while also claiming it would be over soon.
Trump Jokes About Pearl Harbor in Meeting With Japan’s Prime Minister
3/19/2026 4:44 PM Open Story
Breaking a taboo, President Trump needled Japan’s prime minister about the World War II attack, as she widened her eyes and appeared to take a deep breath in the Oval Office.
Using Charm and Restraint, Japan’s Leader Mostly Avoids Trump’s Wrath
3/19/2026 9:01 PM Open Story
During her first visit to the White House, Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi drew praise from President Trump. But the war in the Middle East will test their relationship.
How Japan Reacted to Trump’s Pearl Harbor Joke
3/19/2026 9:42 PM Open Story
Some people criticized President Trump’s decision to invoke a painful chapter of history. Others worried it might harm U.S.-Japan relations.
F.C.C. Approves Nexstar’s Acquisition of a Local TV Rival
3/19/2026 8:04 PM Open Story
The $6.2 billion deal consolidates 265 stations in 44 states and Washington.
Cesar Chavez Avenue May Soon Be Gone. Yet to Be Confronted: His Legacy.
3/19/2026 3:12 PM Open Story
After the revelations of sex abuse, the public is left to make sense of the labor leader’s work and life.
What to Know About the Sexual Abuse Allegations Against Cesar Chavez
3/19/2026 6:45 PM Open Story
The accusations of assault have rattled communities across the country that have revered the labor icon for decades.
A Gift From Trump to the Supreme Court
3/19/2026 9:01 AM Open Story
In a caustic critique of the court issued on social media late Sunday night, the president inadvertently buttressed its independence.
How Did Flea Make a Jazz Album? Practice, Practice, Practice.
3/19/2026 2:00 AM Open Story
The Red Hot Chili Peppers bassist returned to the trumpet, for a new record featuring Nick Cave, Thom Yorke and a core cast of contemporary jazz luminaries.
Judge Rules That R.F.K. Jr. Overstepped on Transgender Care
3/19/2026 6:15 PM Open Story
The ruling provides temporary relief for 21 states seeking to stop the Trump administration from ending federal funding to hospitals that provide gender-transition care.
Horror Novel ‘Shy Girl’ Canceled Over Suspected A.I. Use
3/19/2026 8:20 PM Open Story
Its publisher, Hachette, will not release the novel in the United States and will discontinue its U.K. edition, citing its commitment to “original creative expression and storytelling.”
Jeff Bezos in Talks to Raise $100 Billion Fund to Transform Companies With A.I.
3/19/2026 4:48 PM Open Story
The new fund would operate alongside the Amazon founder’s A.I. start-up, Project Prometheus.
‘Bachelorette’ Season With Taylor Frankie Paul Canceled After Assault Video
3/19/2026 6:17 PM Open Story
Taylor Frankie Paul, who was set to star in the TV show, had pleaded guilty to aggravated assault after an encounter with her partner in 2023.
The Long Farewell to Mark Zuckerberg’s Metaverse
3/19/2026 8:29 AM Open Story
Meta announced changes that effectively leave Mr. Zuckerberg’s vision of an immersive digital world based in virtual reality only on life support.
Can Military Excellence Save Us From Trump’s Incompetence?
3/19/2026 10:50 AM Open Story
It should never have come to this.
Trump Is Putting His Stamp on the World
3/19/2026 10:41 AM Open Story
Be careful what you wish for.
Late Night Pans Trump’s Pearl Harbor Joke
3/19/2026 11:18 PM Open Story
“Let me tell you: There is no doubt in my mind that everything he knows about Pearl Harbor begins and ends with a movie starring Ben Affleck,” Jimmy Kimmel said.
Alaska Airlines and FedEx Planes Narrowly Avoid Each Other at Newark Airport
3/19/2026 7:16 PM Open Story
The National Transportation Safety Board said that it was investigating a “close call” that happened as the planes were landing on Tuesday evening.
Nashville Reporter Released From ICE Custody
3/19/2026 7:02 PM Open Story
Estefany Maria Rodriguez Florez, who works for a Spanish-language outlet, was released on bond in a case that has raised concerns about press freedom.
Is Russian Fuel Headed for Cuba, Testing the U.S. Blockade?
3/19/2026 4:45 PM Open Story
A Russian oil tanker is being closely tracked to see if it will challenge the Trump administration’s blockade on Cuba.
Body of Missing University of Alabama Student Is Found Dead in Spain, Police Say
3/19/2026 3:54 PM Open Story
James Gracey, 20, a student at the University of Alabama, disappeared during a visit to a beachfront nightclub in Barcelona. His body was found on Thursday, the police said.