How the Cole Disaster Drove the U.S. to Develop New Warship Defenses

(Tue, 21 Apr 2026 09:01:30 +0000)

The Navy destroyers enforcing a blockade of Iranian ports carry weapons fielded after an American warship was attacked and nearly sunk more than 25 years ago.

Strait of Hormuz May Not Return to Normal, Whether It’s Open or Closed

(Tue, 21 Apr 2026 14:50:31 +0000)

The energy industry is planning for a future where the choke point on Iran’s southern coast is a lot less important.

Europe Wanted a Say on the Iran War, but It’s Still on the Sidelines

(Tue, 21 Apr 2026 14:32:04 +0000)

A British-French plan to secure the Strait of Hormuz would give the continent a role. But Tehran and Washington are still calling the shots.

Labor Secretary Resigns Amid Scandals, and F.B.I. Director Sues Over Drinking Claims

(Tue, 21 Apr 2026 10:00:11 +0000)

Plus, what to know about Apple’s next C.E.O.

Lori Chavez-DeRemer, Trump’s Labor Secretary, Steps Down Amid Internal Investigation

(Tue, 21 Apr 2026 11:43:34 +0000)

Lori Chavez-DeRemer was facing multiple scandals and an internal inquiry into charges of misconduct.

Trump Dismisses a Merger While Seeking Suitors for Spirit Airlines

(Tue, 21 Apr 2026 14:28:36 +0000)

As he rejected the idea of a merger of United Airlines and American Airlines, President Trump said someone, including possibly the federal government, should buy or help Spirit.

Virginia Redistricting Referendum: What to Watch

(Tue, 21 Apr 2026 12:57:15 +0000)

Republicans have built a small advantage from the gerrymandering clash so far, but Virginia voters could change that.

Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger Stressed Pragmatism, But Politics Hound Her

(Tue, 21 Apr 2026 14:16:14 +0000)

Gov. Abigail Spanberger of Virginia has emphasized practical governance as her brand, but the political fight over redistricting has dominated her term so far.

Democrat Betty Yee Leaves the California Governor’s Race

(Tue, 21 Apr 2026 01:22:15 +0000)

Xavier Becerra, who once struggled to gain traction, has found growing support after Eric Swalwell left the race amid sexual harassment allegations.

A Wish List for the Man Replacing Tim Cook as Apple’s C.E.O.

(Tue, 21 Apr 2026 09:03:32 +0000)

John Ternus, an Apple veteran who runs hardware engineering, will take over an extraordinarily profitable company in need of new ideas.

How Apple Became a $4 Trillion Company Under Tim Cook

(Tue, 21 Apr 2026 09:03:38 +0000)

If the Steve Jobs era was defined by technological innovation, the Tim Cook period was one of exceptional financial growth.

What to Expect in Apple’s New Era

(Tue, 21 Apr 2026 12:00:42 +0000)

Tim Cook’s replacement as chief executive, John Ternus, knows hardware engineering. Can he be a product visionary and a global diplomat?

A Year After U.S.A.I.D.’s Death, Fired Workers Find Few Jobs and Much Loss

(Tue, 21 Apr 2026 14:10:24 +0000)

People have plowed through savings, cashed out retirement funds and moved in with relatives. Former U.S.A.I.D. workers estimate that less than half have found full-time work.

‘Donnyland’? Ukraine Proposes Renaming Part of the Donbas in Trump’s Honor

(Tue, 21 Apr 2026 13:55:08 +0000)

The proposal reflects a global reality in which governments appeal to President Trump’s vanity in order to get American might on their side.

Even Without Internet Access, Prisoners Are Trying to Benefit From A.I.

(Tue, 21 Apr 2026 14:19:02 +0000)

Most prisons forbid online access. But inmates are finding ways to ask chatbots questions anyway.

What Happens When A.I. Runs a Store in San Francisco?

(Tue, 21 Apr 2026 14:26:06 +0000)

Andon Market in San Francisco is billed as the first retail boutique run by an artificial intelligence agent. So far, the inventory seems random, and there are too many candles.

2 Americans Killed in Mexico Crash Were C.I.A. Members

(Tue, 21 Apr 2026 14:13:25 +0000)

The two Americans were killed on Sunday when their vehicle crashed while returning from an operation led by Mexico’s armed forces to dismantle drug labs in Chihuahua state.

What’s in a Name? For These Snails, Legal Protection

(Tue, 21 Apr 2026 07:00:14 +0000)

Scientists are debating the classification of threatened mollusks that an Indigenous community relies on for their way of life.

‘Wagyu’ Used to Guarantee Quality Beef. What Are You Paying for Today?

(Tue, 21 Apr 2026 09:01:39 +0000)

Behind the scenes, competing forces battle for the reputation of prestige meat.

My Child Died of Measles

(Tue, 21 Apr 2026 14:00:01 +0000)

If more people had gotten the vaccine, she might still be here.

The Sam Altman Attack Was Wrong. It Also Says Something Important About Silicon Valley.

(Tue, 21 Apr 2026 15:00:06 +0000)

The attack against Sam Altman reflects how badly Silicon Valley needs to address the societal consequences of its products.

Pain at the Pump

(Tue, 21 Apr 2026 11:16:15 +0000)

We look at the changes in gas prices.

Jimmy Kimmel Refers to Kash Patel’s Job in the Past Tense

(Tue, 21 Apr 2026 07:06:35 +0000)

The late night host called him “our soon-to-be former F.B.I. director” after publication of an article in The Atlantic alleging excessive drinking and unexplained absences.

Japan to Sell More Weapons Abroad, Breaking With Postwar Pacifism

(Tue, 21 Apr 2026 06:03:47 +0000)

Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi reversed limits on arms exports as Japan faces rising threats from China and unpredictability from its main ally, the United States.

Louisiana Killer’s Threats to Himself and Others Hinted at Future Violence

(Tue, 21 Apr 2026 00:20:53 +0000)

Shamar Elkins had been suffering severe mental health problems, his family said. His deadly rampage, which killed eight children, has profoundly scarred a community facing rising domestic violence.

F.A.A. Investigates Close Call Between Southwest Planes in Nashville

(Tue, 21 Apr 2026 13:51:44 +0000)

An aborted landing at Nashville International Airport on Saturday put one of the planes on a potential collision course with another plane taking off.

Harvey Weinstein’s Third Trial on Rape Charge Opens in Manhattan

(Tue, 21 Apr 2026 09:02:49 +0000)

Harvey Weinstein is accused of raping an actress in a Manhattan hotel more than a decade ago. After an overturned conviction and a hung jury, he will face the charge once again.