Nvidia Chief, Jensen Huang, Is Seen as Target of Chinese Spy Plot
10/29/2026 12:27 PM Open Story
A Chinese businesswoman who had a close relationship with Jensen Huang was found to be passing intelligence to Beijing. President Trump was briefed and took no action.
Third-Party Spoilers, Long Fueled by Both Parties, Could Matter This Year
10/29/2026 9:00 AM Open Story
The other Dan Sullivan in Alaska has drawn the most attention, but both parties are quietly trying to use little-known candidates in other battlegrounds to siphon votes, too.
The Red States That Could Decide the Senate
10/29/2026 7:58 AM Open Story
Democrats need to flip four Republican-held Senate seats to regain the majority, but some of their targets are in states President Trump won by double digits in 2024. Our election data reporter Evan Reynolds explains just how difficult that might be.
Four Scenarios for How the Midterms Could Go
10/29/2026 10:48 AM Open Story
Expectations are cresting for Democrats, and some kind of wave seems likely, but so much will depend on a few close Senate races.
Trump and His Aides Helped Bolsonaro Flee Brazil and Enter U.S.
10/29/2026 11:53 AM Open Story
President Trump ensured Flávio Bolsonaro, who lost a presidential election in Brazil and faces multiple criminal investigations there, could enter the United States, U.S. officials said.
Why Miami Is a Destination for Latin America’s Political Exiles
10/29/2026 12:13 PM Open Story
The city’s Hispanic majority, news media reach and air links to Latin America have made it an ideal base for politicians escaping their home countries.
Patrick Stewart, Captain Picard on ‘Star Trek: The Next Generation,’ Dies
10/29/2026 1:06 PM Open Story
The British actor was 86. He achieved pop-culture stardom as Capt. Jean-Luc Picard on “Star Trek: The Next Generation.”
7 Memorable Patrick Stewart Performances
10/29/2026 1:12 PM Open Story
The actor’s long and varied career included Shakespearean roles, “Star Trek: The Next Generation,” comedy and a stint in the Marvel Universe.
Taryn Simon Fills Guggenheim With Evidence in ‘Father Country I Do Love You’
10/29/2026 11:37 AM Open Story
The photographer Taryn Simon spent a decade channeling an F.B.I. agent’s life into pictures. Is it good art? Does it matter?
U.S. GDP Increased 3.4% in Third Quarter
10/29/2026 8:58 AM Open Story
The economy grew 3.4 percent in the third quarter, the fastest pace in a year. Strong spending and growth contrast with the poor marks many voters are giving the economy.
Ilhan Omar Investigation Involves New Scrutiny of Long-Disputed Marriage
10/29/2026 5:30 AM Open Story
Several current and former law enforcement officials said an Obama-era investigation found some evidence that Ms. Omar had entered into a sham marriage with a man suspected of being her brother.
Spain Crash Investigators Focus on Train Traffic Controllers’ Role
10/29/2026 12:10 PM Open Story
After the country’s second major rail disaster in a year, Spaniards were confronting questions about the safety of their once-vaunted rail system.
I Can Hear Everything
10/29/2026 10:00 AM Open Story
The world can be tough to navigate with one working ear. Even now with two, I still face challenges.
Deport Immigrants? Oh Yes. But Not This Guy.
10/29/2026 11:03 AM Open Story
Suddenly, empathy isn’t so toxic.
Why Are We Having Less Sex? Ask a Pornographer.
10/29/2026 6:39 AM Open Story
Erika Lust wants to excite you.
U.S. Expels Cuban Diplomat After Fiery Showdown at United Nations
10/29/2026 11:37 AM Open Story
Tensions have risen between the United States and Cuba as the Trump administration tries to force the island’s Communist government to make drastic changes.