Trump Pauses All Asylum Applications, and China’s Fast-Food Brands Make a Play for the U.S.

(Mon, 01 Dec 2025 11:08:59 +0000)

Plus, how young is too young for a smartphone?

Many Fighting Climate Change Worry They Are Losing the Information War

(Mon, 01 Dec 2025 13:27:02 +0000)

Shifting politics, intensive lobbying and surging disinformation online have undermined international efforts to respond to the threat.

Appeals Court Says Alina Habba, Former Trump Lawyer, Is Serving Unlawfully as U.S. Attorney

(Mon, 01 Dec 2025 14:50:41 +0000)

The judges wrote that the Trump Administration appeared to have become frustrated by legal and political barriers that have prevented its preferred U.S. attorneys from leading federal prosecutors’ offices.

Despite Supreme Court Wins, Elite D.O.J. Unit Has Seen Mass Turnover

(Mon, 01 Dec 2025 10:01:48 +0000)

Even with an exodus of lawyers, the Office of the Solicitor General has had remarkable success. But fiery rhetoric and close White House ties have raised concerns.

In Georgia, the Fight Over 2020 Election Results Looms Over 2026 Midterms

(Mon, 01 Dec 2025 14:43:29 +0000)

Several officials who were involved in the fight over the election outcome are seeking higher office.

With Judge's Ruling, a New Tool for Charging Crime in D.C.

(Mon, 01 Dec 2025 10:02:14 +0000)

The U.S. attorney’s office says it may use local grand juries for serious federal crime in Washington “when appropriate” after a judge signed off on the unusual procedure.

Hong Kong Contractors Used Unsafe Netting at Fire Site, Officials Say

(Mon, 01 Dec 2025 15:14:41 +0000)

Investigators say contractors wrapped the buildings in substandard scaffolding netting and then sought to hide it from inspectors. The toll from the fire rose to 151.

Trump-Endorsed Candidate and Sportscaster Lead Honduran Presidential Race

(Mon, 01 Dec 2025 14:39:29 +0000)

Electoral authorities said partial results showed the two conservative candidates were virtually tied — and far ahead of the governing left-wing party.

Lawmakers Suggest Follow-Up Boat Strike Could Be a War Crime

(Mon, 01 Dec 2025 02:34:54 +0000)

Top Republicans have joined Democrats in demanding answers about the escalating military campaign the Trump administration says is aimed at targeting drug traffickers.

People Are Ordering Smaller Pizzas and Fewer Toppings. What Does That Tell Us?

(Mon, 01 Dec 2025 15:06:56 +0000)

Sales are softening at big chains and independent shops aren’t selling as many extras. Competition, diet trends and consumer anxiety may all be playing a part.

Get Ready, America: Here Come China’s Food and Drink Chains

(Mon, 01 Dec 2025 07:09:51 +0000)

China’s fast-food and beverage brands have an opportunity to expand in the United States and escape cutthroat competition at home.

For Some U.K. Businesses, Trump’s Tariffs Are a Price Worth Paying

(Mon, 01 Dec 2025 05:01:05 +0000)

Some British business owners are determined to keep their access to American consumers, but they are facing trade-offs.

The Transgender Cancer Patient and What She Heard on Tape

(Mon, 01 Dec 2025 14:13:06 +0000)

Jennifer Capasso had endured multiple tumors. She wondered what might be said during her next cancer surgery. So, she hit record on her phone.

Netanyahu’s Pardon Request Borrows From Trump’s Playbook

(Mon, 01 Dec 2025 14:20:22 +0000)

In many ways, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s request mimics how President Trump has assailed his perceived enemies and attacked legal proceedings against him.

The Netanyahu Corruption Trial, Explained

(Sun, 30 Nov 2025 18:28:29 +0000)

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu asked Israel’s president to pardon him preemptively, before any verdicts were reached in his corruption cases. Here’s what to know about his trial.

Sri Lanka Declares ‘Largest’ Disaster as Cyclone Death Toll Rises to 355

(Mon, 01 Dec 2025 15:17:34 +0000)

The country’s president said the nationwide flooding after the storm hit last week was the most challenging natural disaster in the island nation’s history.

Floods in Indonesia, Sri Lanka, Thailand and Vietnam Have Killed Over 1,200. Here’s What to Know.

(Mon, 01 Dec 2025 14:10:54 +0000)

Hundreds more were still missing and millions have been displaced in the rain-drenched region, with Sri Lanka and Indonesia hit particularly hard.

Inside the Bird-Flu Vaccine Trial for Monk Seals

(Mon, 01 Dec 2025 10:30:13 +0000)

After the virus returned to Hawaii this fall, testing the shots in the endangered seal species became urgent.

Outdoor Concerts? Uncovered Hair? Shimmying in Public? Is This Iran?

(Mon, 01 Dec 2025 10:01:35 +0000)

Young people across Iran have been leading a dramatic change in social mores in recent months. “We have a fearless young generation that is breaking taboos.”

What Jamaica Wants After Deadly Hurricane? Visit Us, Island Says.

(Mon, 01 Dec 2025 10:02:29 +0000)

Tourism accounts for nearly a third of Jamaica’s economy, so officials are rushing to reopen dozens of hotels in time to salvage the vital winter travel season.

Having a Cellphone at Younger Than 12 Could Carry Health Risks, Study Says

(Mon, 01 Dec 2025 05:01:02 +0000)

Researchers found higher rates of depression, poor sleep and obesity among tweens who had early access to a cellphone.

Our 2025 Cookie Week Recipes Are Here

(Mon, 01 Dec 2025 10:00:26 +0000)

This year’s Cookie Week recipes are inspired by the flavors of treats we love, like mint chocolate chip ice cream, Vietnamese coffee and gingery Dark ’n’ Stormy cocktails.

This Is the Story of How the Democrats Blew It on Gaza

(Mon, 01 Dec 2025 10:00:53 +0000)

It may be tempting to memory hole what happened in Gaza. That would only compound the mistake of ignoring, or rationalizing, an intolerable reality.

Why Hepatitis B Vaccine Changes Would be Devastating

(Mon, 01 Dec 2025 14:48:04 +0000)

Changes to the vaccine recommendation could be disastrous.

Your Drone Questions

(Mon, 01 Dec 2025 12:10:06 +0000)

We asked readers of The Morning for their questions about drones. Today, Times journalists answer.

Winter Storm Expected to Slam Northeast U.S. With Heavy Snow

(Mon, 01 Dec 2025 12:35:24 +0000)

Forecasters expected the storm to track up the Eastern Seaboard Monday night into Tuesday, leaving as much as a foot of snow in parts of the Northeast United States.

Supreme Court to Hear Copyright Battle Over Online Music Piracy

(Mon, 01 Dec 2025 10:02:43 +0000)

At issue is whether internet providers can be held liable for repeated copyright infringements of users, with potentially billions of dollars on the line.

What to Know About Luigi Mangione’s Court Hearing This Week

(Mon, 01 Dec 2025 08:00:11 +0000)

Lawyers for Mr. Mangione, accused of killing a health insurance executive in Manhattan, will ask a judge to throw out evidence gathered when he was arrested in Pennsylvania.

Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs Had a Camera Follow Him. 50 Cent Has the Footage.

(Mon, 01 Dec 2025 14:17:23 +0000)

The mogul’s spokesman said he was “deeply concerned” that video shot days before Mr. Combs’s 2024 arrest appears in a new documentary series produced by his rival.