A Frustrated Congress Pushes the Pentagon to Produce Its Boat Strike Orders
12/8/2025 2:19 PM Open Story
In a sign of bipartisan frustration with the Defense Department, the final defense policy bill aims to compel the Pentagon to share execute orders and video documentation.
Trump Plans $12 Billion Bailout to Aid Farmers Hit by Tariffs
12/8/2025 1:36 PM Open Story
The federal aid comes after China boycotted American farm products in retaliation for U.S. tariffs.
FBI Agents Sue Patel After Being Fired Over Kneeling at George Floyd Protest
12/8/2025 12:35 PM Open Story
A five-year-old photo of agents kneeling at a D.C. protest after George Floyd’s killing led to the firing of about 16 agents.
Supreme Court Seems Poised to Give Trump More Power to Fire Independent Officials
12/8/2025 2:13 PM Open Story
A ruling in the president’s favor in the case, which deals with his attempt to remove a member of the Federal Trade Commission, would be a major expansion of presidential authority.
Who Is Andrew Ferguson, the FTC Chairman Who Tilted the Agency to Trump?
12/8/2025 1:23 PM Open Story
Andrew Ferguson has used the Federal Trade Commission’s consumer protection mandate to investigate issues important to President Trump and his base.
Planes, Trade and Nuclear Energy: Supreme Court Weighs Fate of Independent Regulators
12/8/2025 11:11 AM Open Story
The court heard arguments Monday in a case that could determine the independence of agencies like the National Transportation Safety Board and the Nuclear Regulatory Commission.
Trump Criticizes Zelensky as Ukraine Peace Talks Drag On With European Leaders
12/8/2025 1:12 PM Open Story
Despite pressure from the Trump administration, Mr. Zelensky, after meeting with European leaders who vowed continued support in the war, said Ukraine’s position on territory had not changed.
The U.S. Gave Mexico a List of Russian Spies. Mexico Let Them Stay.
12/8/2025 8:37 AM Open Story
Moscow has ramped up covert operations in Mexico, with spies meeting handlers in its bustling capital and seaside resorts, U.S. officials say.
Trump Stands in the Middle as Netflix and Paramount Vie for a Megadeal
12/8/2025 12:37 PM Open Story
The president has shattered norms by pledging to “be involved” in the regulatory fate of a transaction that could reshape the news and entertainment industries.
Paramount Makes Hostile Bid for Warner Bros. Discovery
12/8/2025 1:18 PM Open Story
The offer to shareholders comes days after Warner Bros. agreed to sell its streaming and studio business to Netflix.
Jared Kushner Is Part of Paramount’s Bid for Warner Bros. Discovery
12/8/2025 11:27 AM Open Story
Mr. Kushner’s private equity fund is one of the many groups helping Paramount mount a hostile bid to buy the group, whose holdings include CNN.
Youth Mental Health Improved When Schools Reopened, Study Finds
12/8/2025 1:00 PM Open Story
With the end of school shutdowns, children’s mental health appointments fell sharply, though other factors may have contributed.
How Japan Built a Rare-Earth Supply Chain Without China
12/8/2025 8:45 AM Open Story
The 15-year effort by Japan is a model for countries now scrambling to reduce their dependence on Beijing’s critical metals.
6 Memorable Moments From the ‘Trump Kennedy Center’ Honors
12/8/2025 8:19 AM Open Story
President Trump expressed his love of “Phantom of the Opera,” got in more digs at Jimmy Kimmel and joked — perhaps — about adding his name to the arts center he has taken over.
At the Kennedy Center Honors, Little Glitz and One Striking Accessory
12/8/2025 9:17 AM Open Story
Melania Trump went minimal, Gloria Gaynor dressed to shine, but the star of the night was the president.
A Data Center Wrapped in a Mystery Comes to the New Mexican Desert
12/7/2025 2:00 AM Open Story
As wealthier areas are pushing back against huge A.I. data centers, speculators are pitching places like Doña Ana County, N.M., on their vision. Local officials are eager for a deal — even if they don’t quite know the terms.
A.I. Videos Have Flooded Social Media. No One Was Ready.
12/8/2025 11:03 AM Open Story
Apps like OpenAI’s Sora are fooling millions of users into thinking A.I. videos are real, even when they include warning labels.
Why Some Doctors Say There Are Cancers That Shouldn’t Be Treated
12/8/2025 12:22 PM Open Story
Statistics show a clear spike in eight cancers in younger people, but that has brought a debate over whether many cases ever needed to be found.
Cancer-Detecting Blood Tests Are on the Rise. Do They Work?
12/2/2025 2:00 AM Open Story
The tests have not been approved by federal regulators, but that hasn’t stopped patients from wanting them — and doctors from worrying.
Jasmine Crockett Enters U.S. Senate Race in Texas, Reshaping Democratic Primary
12/8/2025 1:11 PM Open Story
The announcement by the congresswoman, a rising star in the party, came hours after another prominent candidate, Colin Allred, dropped out.
At a Democratic Governors Event, Hope, Nerves and Buzz for the Midterms and 2028 Election
12/8/2025 9:05 AM Open Story
At an annual event for Democratic governors, optimism about next year overshadowed the search for a long-term vision. As Gretchen Whitmer put it, adding an expletive: “Let’s go!”
Golden Globe Nominations Confirm the Allure of Warner Bros.
12/8/2025 9:45 AM Open Story
The studio’s film “One Battle After Another,” and an HBO show it owns, “The White Lotus,” scored the most nominations for movies and television shows.
Golden Globe 2026 Nominees: Full List Including ‘One Battle After Another’
12/8/2025 12:28 PM Open Story
The movies and TV series competing for the 83rd Golden Globes. The ceremony will air on Jan. 11.
Golden Globes 2026 Snubs and Surprises: ‘Wicked: For Good’ Misses a Major Nomination
12/8/2025 7:01 AM Open Story
Though its stars are up for acting prizes, the film is not in the running for best musical or comedy, only for box office achievement.
States Are Raking In Billions From Slot Machines on Your Phone
12/8/2025 2:00 AM Open Story
Online casinos have proved to be a much stronger source of tax revenue than sports betting apps. They may be coming to a state near you.
The Best New Restaurants in New York in 2025
12/8/2025 2:02 AM Open Story
Here are the new kids on the block our critics loved most this year.
Best New York City Dishes
12/8/2025 8:42 AM Open Story
Bánh cuốn, chicken bastilla and 10 other unforgettable plates from 2025.
Nancy Mace: Why The Republican House Isn’t Working
12/8/2025 12:05 PM Open Story
The system in the House promotes control by party leaders over accountability and achievement.
Syrians Celebrate Anniversary of Bashar al-Assad’s Fall
12/8/2025 11:19 AM Open Story
A year ago, rebels overthrew President Bashar al-Assad, ending decades of dictatorship and civil war. But challenges remain for the new leadership.
7.6-Magnitude Earthquake Near Japan Triggers Tsunami Warning
12/8/2025 1:33 PM Open Story
The quake struck off the coast of Aomori Prefecture, on Japan’s main island, Honshu.
Mamdani Confirms He Will Leave Queens One-Bedroom for Gracie Mansion
12/8/2025 9:22 AM Open Story
Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani and his wife, Rama Duwaji, will move into the official residence in Manhattan sometime after his inauguration.
Collector Surrenders ‘Nude Emperor’ Statue Identified as Looted
12/8/2025 10:03 AM Open Story
The statue and a marble head of a Greek orator seized from the Met Museum were among dozens of items found to have been looted that were handed over to Turkey at a ceremony in Manhattan.