U.S. Intelligence Shows Iran Retains Substantial Missile Capabilities
5/12/2026 4:01 PM Open Story
Secret new assessments say Iran has operational access to 30 of its 33 missile sites along the Strait of Hormuz, suggesting that its military remains far stronger than President Trump has asserted.
Battle Over the Strait of Hormuz Leaves Safe Passage a Gamble
5/12/2026 5:50 PM Open Story
Vessels are traveling without transmitting critical information meant to keep the waters safe, maritime intelligence experts say.
Trump and Xi Enter China Summit Distracted by Iran War
5/12/2026 12:30 PM Open Story
The war in Iran has cast a shadow of uncertainty on both superpowers, dimming early hopes that they could begin to address the larger issues that have frayed their relationship.
Hegseth to Accompany Trump on Trip to China
5/12/2026 10:02 AM Open Story
Defense secretaries have previously traveled with presidents on overseas trips, to provide advice and represent the U.S. military.
Justice Dept. Officials Consider Settling Trump Suit Against I.R.S.
5/12/2026 6:02 PM Open Story
One of the settlement terms under review is for the I.R.S. to drop any audits of the president, his family members and businesses.
Trump’s ‘Golden Dome’ Missile Defense Plan Could Cost $1.2 Trillion
5/12/2026 7:12 PM Open Story
A report from the Congressional Budget Office said that space-based interceptors, which do not currently exist, would probably consume 60 percent of the total cost.
Cindy Burbank Wins Senate Primary in Nebraska, but Plans to Drop Out to Help Dan Osborn
5/12/2026 8:00 PM Open Story
Cindy Burbank has said she intends to exit the general-election race, clearing the field for Dan Osborn, an independent candidate, to face Senator Pete Ricketts, a Republican.
Nebraska Gov. Jim Pillen to Face Democrat Lynne Walz
5/12/2026 6:07 PM Open Story
Democrats face an uphill fight as they seek to unseat Gov. Jim Pillen, who is running for another term in the solidly Republican state.
Trump Administration to Tap Longtime ICE Official to Lead Agency
5/12/2026 5:09 PM Open Story
David Venturella’s appointment is in line with a push by Markwayne Mullin, the homeland security secretary, to keep his department under the radar and out of headlines.
Dominican Republic Agrees to Take Third-Country Migrants Deported by U.S.
5/12/2026 6:54 PM Open Story
The agreement, which reverses President Luis Abinader’s previous stance, is part of President Trump’s efforts to find governments willing to accept deportees.
A Dying Son, His Detained Parents and a Race to Reunite Before the End
5/12/2026 1:10 PM Open Story
From his hospital bed in Chicago, Kevin Gonzalez had a final wish to see his parents. But they were in immigration detention in Arizona after illegally crossing to see their son.
Florida Plans to Close ‘Alligator Alcatraz,’ Vendors Are Reportedly Told
5/12/2026 6:05 PM Open Story
The Department of Homeland Security has determined the state-run immigration detention facility is too expensive, and some private vendors have struggled to front costs.
Jason Collins, First Active N.B.A. Player to Come Out as Gay, Dies at 47
5/12/2026 4:00 PM Open Story
His achievements on the court were eclipsed by an essay he wrote in Sports Illustrated in 2013 in which he declared: “I’m a 34-year-old N.B.A. center. I’m Black and I’m gay.”
How an ‘Impossible’ Idea Led to a Pancreatic Cancer Breakthrough
5/12/2026 7:34 AM Open Story
The new strategy also holds promise for lung and colon tumors. Here’s how scientists discovered it.
P.C.O.S. Has Been Renamed P.M.O.S. Doctors Hope It Will Improve Care for Millions.
5/12/2026 5:58 PM Open Story
The condition has been renamed polyendocrine metabolic ovarian syndrome, or P.M.O.S., to better reflect its wide-ranging health effects.
Israeli Report Finds That Sexual Violence by Hamas Was Widespread
5/12/2026 3:29 PM Open Story
A two-year investigation by a team of researchers in Israel concluded that sexual violence by Hamas and its allies was widespread during and after the Oct. 7, 2023, attack.
Hantavirus Outbreak Is Resurrecting Covid-Era Misinformation Tactics
5/12/2026 2:03 PM Open Story
Experts say A.I. tools have made it even easier for influencers and others to spread false messages online.
How a Hantavirus Cruise Passenger Is Spending His Quarantine in Nebraska
5/12/2026 5:15 PM Open Story
Jake Rosmarin, a travel influencer from Boston, is one of 15 passengers from the virus-stricken cruise ship who are being monitored at the National Quarantine Unit in Nebraska.
Should You Worry About Hantavirus?
5/12/2026 2:38 PM Open Story
Here’s what to know about the virus, how it spreads and the risk to the general public.
Why Your Life Is Now on Subscriptions
5/12/2026 12:58 PM Open Story
As companies look to build cash flow and loyalty, everything from heated car seats to earthworm deliveries can become a recurring charge on your credit card.
YouTube Plays Matchmaker for Sponsors and Stars
5/12/2026 2:03 AM Open Story
The company is trying to help streaming influencers, who are increasingly being wooed by competitors like Netflix and TikTok.
Storming Scientology Buildings: TikTok Trend or Hate Crime?
5/12/2026 2:14 PM Open Story
The police in Los Angeles, New York, Sydney and elsewhere are responding to incidents related to a TikTok trend involving running through Scientology churches.
How Mamdani and Hochul Are Solving New York City’s Budget Crisis
5/12/2026 2:15 PM Open Story
A generous influx of state resources from Gov. Kathy Hochul and a new tax on luxury second homes will help Mayor Zohran Mamdani balance a $125 billion budget.
Oregon Prepares for a Challenging Summer of Water Shortages and High Fire Risk
5/12/2026 12:10 PM Open Story
After a warm winter that brought more rain than snow, the state’s snowpack was the lowest it has ever been.
Our Favorite Moments From This Year’s Tony-Nominated Broadway Shows
5/12/2026 9:33 AM Open Story
Here are some of the brilliant moments our writers can’t shake from this year’s batch of Tony-nominated productions.
China Is Much Weaker Than It Seems. That’s the Problem.
5/12/2026 11:44 AM Open Story
History shows there is no more productive national asset than freedom.
NATO, Please Help. Trump Has No Strategy for Iran.
5/12/2026 5:39 PM Open Story
NATO should overcome its distaste for President Trump and sends its navies to help open up the Strait of Hormuz.
U.S. and Mexican Officials Deny C.I.A. Had Lethal Role in Mexico Operation
5/12/2026 6:56 PM Open Story
The denials came after a CNN report claimed the C.I.A. had been involved in the assassination of a cartel member inside Mexico earlier this year.
In San Francisco, the Tents of Homeless People Are Disappearing
5/12/2026 6:42 PM Open Story
Mayor Daniel Lurie and city leaders have enforced bans on camping and moved people off sidewalks to reduce visible homelessness. Critics say too many homeless people are housed in jail.