Entering War’s Third Week, Trump Faces Stark Choices

(Sun, 15 Mar 2026 22:25:53 +0000)

As the conflict with Iran expands and intensifies, President Trump’s options — to fight on, or to move toward declaring victory and pulling back — both carry deeply problematic consequences.

Intrigue, Power Plays and Rivalries: Inside the Rise of Mojtaba Khamenei

(Mon, 16 Mar 2026 09:01:52 +0000)

The weeklong fight over Iran’s next leader pitted the Revolutionary Guards against moderates. The generals won, but only over spirited resistance.

Oil Tops $106 a Barrel as Worries Persist About Global Supplies

(Mon, 16 Mar 2026 11:06:00 +0000)

As the broader war in the Middle East begins its third week, worries over the fallout of crippled energy supplies continue to roil markets.

Trump Asks for Help With Strait of Hormuz, and Israeli Forces Kill Family in West Bank

(Mon, 16 Mar 2026 10:03:28 +0000)

Plus, highlights from the Oscars.

Trump’s Effort to Target Rivals Stall as Judges Cut Short Basic Investigative Steps

(Mon, 16 Mar 2026 11:05:36 +0000)

A ruling Friday that derailed an investigation into the Federal Reserve chair at an exceptionally early stage showed the limits of President Trump’s campaign of legal retribution.

What Do Africans Think of Trump’s Travel Ban List?

(Mon, 16 Mar 2026 09:01:04 +0000)

The restrictions on half the continent have been called racist and unfair. “We don’t come to the United States because we’re running away,” one N.B.A. fan said.

Confidential Report Calls for Sweeping Changes to Track Covid Vaccine Harms

(Sun, 15 Mar 2026 23:56:35 +0000)

A federal work group says Covid vaccine injuries deserve urgent attention, even as Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. shifts away from talking about vaccine policy.

Kennedy Center Board to Vote Monday on Trump’s Proposed Closure

(Mon, 16 Mar 2026 02:33:10 +0000)

The planned vote to close the center for renovations was listed on an agenda circulated to the center’s board of trustees on Sunday, less than a day before the meeting.

One of Epstein’s Levers of Power: Access to Elite Private Schools

(Mon, 16 Mar 2026 07:00:28 +0000)

Jeffrey Epstein used his money and influence in the world of elite private schools to assist friends and acquaintances.

The Epstein Files: A Timeline

(Mon, 16 Mar 2026 07:00:28 +0000)

What began as a sex-trafficking investigation in Florida has gone on to spawn conspiracy theories and tarnish the legacies of influential people.

In Illinois, Krishnamoorthi’s Indian American Heritage Shapes Bid

(Mon, 16 Mar 2026 09:02:06 +0000)

On Tuesday, Representative Raja Krishnamoorthi is looking to take a major step toward becoming only the second Indian American elected to the Senate.

In Illinois, Clashes Over AIPAC Erupt As House Campaign Closes

(Mon, 16 Mar 2026 02:25:10 +0000)

In a Democratic primary, accusations are flying that allies of a hard-line pro-Israel group are trying to divide progressives, exploiting a broader rift in the party.

Best and Worst Moments From the 2026 Oscars

(Mon, 16 Mar 2026 09:02:32 +0000)

There was a lot to take in, from Michael B. Jordan’s thrilling win to the perplexing “bum drum.”

Unforgettable Oscars Looks 2026: Bumblebee Brooches, Jewel-Tone Gowns and More

(Mon, 16 Mar 2026 03:18:52 +0000)

Jewel-tone gowns, bumblebee brooches, overalls and more.

Vanity Fair Oscars After-Party: See the Red Carpet Looks

(Mon, 16 Mar 2026 09:06:58 +0000)

The magazine’s new editor slashed the guest list in hopes of increasing the event’s starriness per capita. Here’s what those who made the cut wore to party at LACMA.

Professors Are Changing What They Teach, Even Far from Trump’s Gaze

(Mon, 16 Mar 2026 09:00:07 +0000)

Harvard is the White House’s biggest target, but professors all over the country have been censoring themselves, avoiding provocative topics and rewriting grants.

Republican Officials Fuel Vitriol Against Muslims and Islamic School in Alabama

(Mon, 16 Mar 2026 09:00:46 +0000)

A local campaign against the small school reflects growing Islamophobia in conservative enclaves in America and among G.O.P. officials.

Behind Mamdani’s Smile, a Politician Who Can Be a Ruthless Operator

(Mon, 16 Mar 2026 07:00:08 +0000)

Mayor Zohran Mamdani, while charming in public, has thrown sharp elbows in private as he pushes his political brand and agenda among fellow Democrats.

Poverty in New York City Inched Higher in 2024 for Third Year in a Row

(Mon, 16 Mar 2026 07:00:41 +0000)

The cost of basics like housing and food rose, while incomes and other resources, like public benefits, did not keep up.

Lululemon Scrambles to Revive Yoga Pants Empire Amid Fight With Founder

(Mon, 16 Mar 2026 09:00:19 +0000)

The interim chief executives are trying to rejuvenate sales as the founder, Chip Wilson, engages in a proxy battle for the boardroom.

Quartz Countertop Makers Want Immunity Against Legal Claims from Sick Stone Cutters

(Mon, 16 Mar 2026 09:00:13 +0000)

Workers are filing lawsuits against the countertop industry as cases of silicosis, a deadly lung disease, rise.

What to Know About the Extreme Heat Forecast in Los Angeles, San Francisco and Phoenix

(Mon, 16 Mar 2026 09:30:05 +0000)

Meteorologists are not mincing words in their forecasts for record-high temperatures in California and the desert Southwest.

Severe Storms Push Tornado Threat to the East on Monday

(Mon, 16 Mar 2026 10:22:38 +0000)

More than 12 million people are at risk from damaging winds and strong tornadoes, including in Washington, D.C.

In Ski Towns, a Bad Snow Year Is Worsening Wildfire Fears

(Sun, 15 Mar 2026 09:00:18 +0000)

A record-breaking snow drought has residents worried about much more than slushy slopes.

Overlooked No More: Eleanor Abbott, the Creator of Candy Land

(Fri, 13 Mar 2026 21:43:31 +0000)

She invented the game nearly 80 years ago to distract children who were suffering in the hospital during a polio outbreak.

Tracing the Sweet Origins of Candy Land and Its Creator

(Fri, 13 Mar 2026 20:00:10 +0000)

The writers of an Overlooked obituary about the game’s creator recount how they stumbled upon her and then proceeded to reconstruct her life.

Dubai Was Not Built for War

(Mon, 16 Mar 2026 09:01:32 +0000)

The global city under fire.

‘One Battle After Another Was Totally Meh’: 3 Opinion Writers Size Up the Oscars

(Mon, 16 Mar 2026 05:39:35 +0000)

What did the academy get right? Wrong? What was just weird? Three culture fans discuss Hollywood’s biggest night.

Your Iran Questions

(Mon, 16 Mar 2026 10:37:26 +0000)

We’re answering some of your questions about the war.

Rising Prices and High Interest Rates Are Making Car Ownership Feel Impossible

(Mon, 16 Mar 2026 09:00:22 +0000)

Rising vehicle prices, auto loan interest rates, and insurance and maintenance costs are making it harder for people to buy or keep cars.

Pope to Make a (Virtual) Visit for the United States’ 250th Birthday

(Mon, 16 Mar 2026 10:00:19 +0000)

After declining an invitation from President Trump, Pope Leo XIV will make a virtual appearance on July 3 at the National Constitution Center to accept its Liberty Medal.

Desperation in Cuba Ignites Unusual Acts of Defiance

(Sun, 15 Mar 2026 22:48:52 +0000)

A protest in the city of Morón in central Cuba culminated in fiery vandalism at the local Communist Party headquarters.

Pakistani-Afghan War Takes Heavy Toll on Civilians

(Mon, 16 Mar 2026 07:09:51 +0000)

Pakistani airstrikes have killed at least 75 civilians and displaced 115,000 in Afghanistan, with both sides vowing escalation and no talks in sight.