Congressional Republicans Begin to Look Beyond Trump

(Thu, 20 Nov 2025 22:08:31 +0000)

Election defeats earlier this month and the approach of 2026 have G.O.P. lawmakers cautiously asserting themselves.

Trump Calling Reporter ‘Piggy’ Was ‘Frankness,’ White House Says

(Thu, 20 Nov 2025 21:13:40 +0000)

Karoline Leavitt, the White House press secretary, addressed for the first time a schoolyard insult that President Trump lobbed at a Bloomberg News reporter last week.

Coast Guard Says Swastika and Noose Displays Are No Longer Hate Incidents

(Fri, 21 Nov 2025 04:11:19 +0000)

A new servicewide policy recasts swastikas and nooses as “politically divisive,” revises harassment provisions and deletes protections for transgender troops.

The A.I. Boom Has Found Another Gear. Why Can’t People Shake Their Worries?

(Fri, 21 Nov 2025 01:34:50 +0000)

It is a time of superlatives in the tech industry, with historic profits, stock prices and deal prices. It’s enough to make some people very nervous.

Anxiety Over A.I. Spending Returns to Global Markets

(Fri, 21 Nov 2025 02:58:34 +0000)

A sharp reversal in Asian stocks, after a rally fueled by Nvidia’s strong earnings, underscores how fears of an A.I. bubble are driving broad market swings.

Job Gains Disguise Weakness Beyond Service Industries

(Thu, 20 Nov 2025 19:38:44 +0000)

The unemployment rate rose in September as more people looked for jobs, according to data delayed by the government shutdown.

U.S. Manufacturers to Benefit as GE Appliances Shifts Production

(Thu, 20 Nov 2025 21:07:13 +0000)

The company, now owned by a Chinese conglomerate, is investing $150 million in 19 American suppliers across 10 states.

Zelensky Says Ukraine Ready to ‘Honestly’ Engage With U.S. Peace Plan

(Fri, 21 Nov 2025 01:18:45 +0000)

The proposal, which the White House confirmed on Thursday without providing details, echoes many long-held Russian demands.

U.S. Ran a War Game on Ousting Maduro. Venezuela Fell Into Chaos.

(Thu, 20 Nov 2025 19:17:59 +0000)

An official U.S. government exercise during President Trump’s first term forecast turmoil and potential violence in a post-Maduro Venezuela.

Trump and Mamdani Are Meeting for the First Time. Will They Play Nice?

(Fri, 21 Nov 2025 04:44:00 +0000)

Zohran Mamdani, the mayor-elect of New York City, will go to the White House on Friday. The stakes are high for the city.

Frida Kahlo Portrait Sells for $55 Million, Setting Her Auction Record

(Fri, 21 Nov 2025 01:54:18 +0000)

The surrealistic self-portrait was made in 1940, a turbulent year in the Mexican artist’s life as her health and marriage deteriorated.

Cheney Remembered for Transforming National Security and Standing Against Trump

(Fri, 21 Nov 2025 03:43:28 +0000)

As the former vice president was honored at Washington National Cathedral on Thursday, many eyes were focused on who came — and who did not.

Miss Hall’s Students Accused a Teacher of Sexual Abuse, But Prosecutors Won’t Charge Him

(Thu, 20 Nov 2025 17:42:06 +0000)

Despite evidence of sexual abuse by a Massachusetts teacher, prosecutors said no criminal conduct occurred. Now survivors are trying to change consent laws they say “offered cover” to their abuser.

Trump Elevates Once-Fringe Meme Makers to the Mainstream

(Thu, 20 Nov 2025 18:40:55 +0000)

Right-wing users have tapped A.I. tools to promote President Trump’s agenda. He took notice.

Netflix, Comcast and Paramount Submit Warner Bros. Discovery Bids

(Thu, 20 Nov 2025 23:03:48 +0000)

The outcome of the sale could alter the trajectory of the entertainment business.

After 167 Years in New York, a Priceless Coin Collection Heads to Toledo

(Thu, 20 Nov 2025 16:03:27 +0000)

The doubloons, dollars and denarii of the American Numismatic Society will leave their overlooked home in Manhattan for a more welcoming headquarters on the campus of the Toledo Museum of Art.

Trump’s National Guard Blunder

(Fri, 21 Nov 2025 01:39:27 +0000)

A brief history of the National Guard in Washington.

No, Mr. President, We Cannot ‘Leave It at That’

(Wed, 19 Nov 2025 22:02:19 +0000)

Working with imperfect partners does not mean that the United States should cover up and lie about their misdeeds.

Hiring Increased, but So Did the Unemployment Rate

(Thu, 20 Nov 2025 22:30:16 +0000)

Also, bear attacks are disrupting life in rural Japan. Here’s the latest at the end of Thursday.

Do You Use A.I. for College Application Advice?

(Wed, 19 Nov 2025 19:38:24 +0000)

We want to hear about it.

Thanksgiving Weather Forecast: How to Plan Your Travel

(Thu, 20 Nov 2025 21:07:37 +0000)

We can’t help you cook the turkey, but we can help you plan when to hit the road.

‘The Age of Disclosure,’ Documentary About U.F.O.s, Gets a Congressional Audience

(Thu, 20 Nov 2025 23:01:17 +0000)

“The Age of Disclosure,” a documentary featuring government and military officials, was screened for a bipartisan group of members of the House of Representatives.

Missouri Judge Who Wore Elvis Wig in Court Agrees to Resign

(Thu, 20 Nov 2025 23:13:46 +0000)

Judge Matthew E.P. Thornhill also talked about politics and played Elvis songs in court, a judicial commission said.