Putin Nears a Prize: Restoring Ties With the U.S. While Giving Up Nothing
10/22/2026 4:11 AM Open Story
Russia has sought to separate the war in Ukraine from potential business deals and diplomacy with the United States. Its efforts now appear to be working.
New U.S.-Israeli Plans to Attack Iran, and Trump’s Whistle-Blower Rewards Program
10/22/2026 3:02 AM Open Story
Plus, America’s newest national park.
James Talarico’s Texas House Record: Partisan Fights, Bipartisan Laws
10/22/2026 2:00 AM Open Story
He described himself as a progressive fighter. Now, he is seeking Republican votes.
Just How Much Are Young Voters Backing Democrats Now? See the Shift.
10/22/2026 2:01 AM Open Story
In the new Times/Siena poll, 70 percent of young voters identified as Democrats or leaned that way — a jump from just two years ago.
Judge Restricts D.H.S. Field Operations Aimed at Unearthing Voter Fraud
10/21/2026 7:41 PM Open Story
The ruling largely blocked homeland security agents from carrying out field interviews in nine states, including California, as part of a sprawling effort to find noncitizens registered to vote.
MAGA Bingo and Questions of Loyalty: 5 Michigan Senate Debate Takeaways
10/22/2026 1:03 AM Open Story
Abdul El-Sayed accused Mike Rogers of being overly devoted to President Trump. Mr. Rogers accused Dr. El-Sayed of not enough loyalty to the country. It was still more cordial than their last debate.
U.S. and Israel Draw Up Plans for Renewed Strikes on Iran After Elections
10/21/2026 5:58 PM Open Story
Renewed hostilities might not be any more successful than the war’s first phase, and President Trump has repeatedly canceled plans for a return to major combat.
Strike on Saudi Airport Kills 2 as U.S. Tells Some Diplomats to Leave
10/22/2026 4:10 AM Open Story
For weeks, the Iran-backed Houthis have been attacking the kingdom’s aviation and energy sectors.
Employers Shift Rising Health Care Costs Onto Millions of Workers
10/22/2026 2:03 AM Open Story
New surveys show that increases in premiums and deductibles are forcing people to forgo treatments or doctor’s visits while budgets are strained by higher food and gas prices.
In San Francisco, a Family Earning $325,000 Qualifies for Government Aid
10/21/2026 6:08 AM Open Story
With the A.I. boom driving up prices, the city is subsidizing child care for households with high incomes. Even with the help, families say they are struggling.
Student Protests Mushroom Across Europe, Exposing Bleak Views of the Future
10/21/2026 2:05 PM Open Story
Since high school students began protesting in France in September, they’ve been joined by young demonstrators in at least seven other European countries.
Looted Goods From French Stores Appear on Resale Sites After Riots
10/21/2026 9:00 PM Open Story
Officials in France are pressing online platforms like eBay and Vinted to remove items that were stolen during public disturbances over the weekend.
METRO with Sarah Koenig: Episode 2
10/22/2026 4:05 AM Open Story
In New York’s diamond district, there’s a war on: real vs. fake. It’s hard to know which side is which.
METRO with Sarah Koenig: Episode 1
10/22/2026 4:03 AM Open Story
Sarah Koenig goes on a whirlwind tour of New York City to find out what New Yorkers are worrying about.
Google Eyes Large ‘Virtual Power Plant’ for Data Centers
10/22/2026 4:30 AM Open Story
The tech giant is funding one of the nation’s largest “virtual power plants,” which would pay homes and businesses to adjust their energy use when grids are strained.
How the A.I. Boom Is Driving Up Sales of Gray Paint
10/22/2026 2:02 AM Open Story
Tech companies are painting data centers with gray coatings on top of gray concrete and steel to resist fire, rust and static electricity. That has made data centers a fast-growing market for paint makers.
Global Rush to Fix PHP Security Flaw Leaves Some Websites Offline
10/22/2026 4:48 AM Open Story
Governments and businesses in Kenya, the Netherlands and elsewhere were scrambling to prevent hackers from exploiting a vulnerability in PHP, a widely used programming language.
Higher, Faster, Gnarlier: Have Roller Coasters Become Too Extreme?
10/22/2026 4:07 AM Open Story
A coaster dares riders to be daring, with steep drops, high speeds and improbably tight curves. But safety has become a concern again after a man was thrown from his seat and died in Georgia.
After Six Flags Roller Coaster Death, Critics Call for Federal Oversight
10/19/2026 11:29 AM Open Story
Regulation of amusement parks is left to the states, and deaths are rare. But some say stronger rules are needed.
‘A Golden Age of Science’ Brought to You by the White House
10/22/2026 4:03 AM Open Story
The Trump administration’s plan to supercharge scientific discovery.
A Shifting Standard
10/22/2026 4:01 AM Open Story
We look at how Title IX keeps changing.
Late Night: Trump Can’t Stop Talking About Jon Husted’s Rear End
10/21/2026 11:44 PM Open Story
“Honestly, it’s nice to see that Trump can make men just as uncomfortable as women,” Jimmy Fallon said.
How Mark Zuckerberg Pushed Meta to Shield Him From California’s Proposed Wealth Tax
10/21/2026 6:21 PM Open Story
The billionaire told Meta’s board that he planned to list his Silicon Valley home for sale. The company remade its stock structure to help him pay the tax if voters pass it.