Supreme Court Seems Poised to Give Trump More Power to Fire Independent Officials

(Mon, 08 Dec 2025 21:12:48 +0000)

A ruling in the president’s favor in the case, which deals with his attempt to remove a member of the Federal Trade Commission, would be a major expansion of presidential authority.

Who Is Andrew Ferguson, the FTC Chairman Who Tilted the Agency to Trump?

(Mon, 08 Dec 2025 21:23:47 +0000)

Andrew Ferguson has used the Federal Trade Commission’s consumer protection mandate to investigate issues important to President Trump and his base.

Planes, Trade and Nuclear Energy: Supreme Court Weighs Fate of Independent Regulators

(Mon, 08 Dec 2025 19:11:13 +0000)

The court heard arguments Monday in a case that could determine the independence of agencies like the National Transportation Safety Board and the Nuclear Regulatory Commission.

Trump Plans $12 Billion Bailout to Aid Farmers Hit by Tariffs

(Mon, 08 Dec 2025 21:36:46 +0000)

The federal aid comes after China boycotted American farm products in retaliation for U.S. tariffs.

Obamacare Users Will Be Asked to Pay More for Plans That Cover Less

(Mon, 08 Dec 2025 16:27:01 +0000)

People who have health insurance under the Affordable Care Act will face higher deductibles and higher premiums.

FBI Agents Sue Patel After Being Fired Over Kneeling at George Floyd Protest

(Mon, 08 Dec 2025 20:35:40 +0000)

A five-year-old photo of agents kneeling at a D.C. protest after George Floyd’s killing led to the firing of about 16 agents.

Trump Stands in the Middle as Netflix and Paramount Vie for a Megadeal

(Mon, 08 Dec 2025 20:37:33 +0000)

The president has shattered norms by pledging to “be involved” in the regulatory fate of a transaction that could reshape the news and entertainment industries.

Paramount Makes Hostile Bid for Warner Bros. Discovery

(Mon, 08 Dec 2025 21:18:03 +0000)

The offer to shareholders comes days after Warner Bros. agreed to sell its streaming and studio business to Netflix.

Jared Kushner Is Part of Paramount’s Bid for Warner Bros. Discovery

(Mon, 08 Dec 2025 19:27:40 +0000)

Mr. Kushner’s private equity fund is one of the many groups helping Paramount mount a hostile bid to buy the group, whose holdings include CNN.

The U.S. Gave Mexico a List of Russian Spies. Mexico Let Them Stay.

(Mon, 08 Dec 2025 16:37:28 +0000)

Moscow has ramped up covert operations in Mexico, with spies meeting handlers in its bustling capital and seaside resorts, U.S. officials say.

Trump Criticizes Zelensky as Ukraine Peace Talks Drag On With European Leaders

(Mon, 08 Dec 2025 21:12:43 +0000)

Despite pressure from the Trump administration, Mr. Zelensky, after meeting with European leaders who vowed continued support in the war, said Ukraine’s position on territory had not changed.

How Japan Built a Rare-Earth Supply Chain Without China

(Mon, 08 Dec 2025 16:45:10 +0000)

The 15-year effort by Japan is a model for countries now scrambling to reduce their dependence on Beijing’s critical metals.

6 Memorable Moments From the ‘Trump Kennedy Center’ Honors

(Mon, 08 Dec 2025 16:19:17 +0000)

President Trump expressed his love of “Phantom of the Opera,” got in more digs at Jimmy Kimmel and joked — perhaps — about adding his name to the arts center he has taken over.

At the Kennedy Center Honors, Little Glitz and One Striking Accessory

(Mon, 08 Dec 2025 17:17:08 +0000)

Melania Trump went minimal, Gloria Gaynor dressed to shine, but the star of the night was the president.

A Data Center Wrapped in a Mystery Comes to the New Mexican Desert

(Sun, 07 Dec 2025 10:00:27 +0000)

As wealthier areas are pushing back against huge A.I. data centers, speculators are pitching places like Doña Ana County, N.M., on their vision. Local officials are eager for a deal — even if they don’t quite know the terms.

A.I. Videos Have Flooded Social Media. No One Was Ready.

(Mon, 08 Dec 2025 19:03:40 +0000)

Apps like OpenAI’s Sora are fooling millions of users into thinking A.I. videos are real, even when they include warning labels.

Why Some Doctors Say There Are Cancers That Shouldn’t Be Treated

(Mon, 08 Dec 2025 20:22:29 +0000)

Statistics show a clear spike in eight cancers in younger people, but that has brought a debate over whether many cases ever needed to be found.

Cancer-Detecting Blood Tests Are on the Rise. Do They Work?

(Tue, 02 Dec 2025 10:00:25 +0000)

The tests have not been approved by federal regulators, but that hasn’t stopped patients from wanting them — and doctors from worrying.

At a Democratic Governors Event, Hope, Nerves and Buzz for the Midterms and 2028 Election

(Mon, 08 Dec 2025 17:05:31 +0000)

At an annual event for Democratic governors, optimism about next year overshadowed the search for a long-term vision. As Gretchen Whitmer put it, adding an expletive: “Let’s go!”

Jasmine Crockett Enters U.S. Senate Race in Texas, Reshaping Democratic Primary

(Mon, 08 Dec 2025 21:11:48 +0000)

The announcement by the congresswoman, a rising star in the party, came hours after another prominent candidate, Colin Allred, dropped out.

Golden Globe Nominations Confirm the Allure of Warner Bros.

(Mon, 08 Dec 2025 17:45:01 +0000)

The studio’s film “One Battle After Another,” and an HBO show it owns, “The White Lotus,” scored the most nominations for movies and television shows.

Golden Globe 2026 Nominees: Full List Including ‘One Battle After Another’

(Mon, 08 Dec 2025 20:28:55 +0000)

The movies and TV series competing for the 83rd Golden Globes. The ceremony will air on Jan. 11.

Golden Globes 2026 Snubs and Surprises: ‘Wicked: For Good’ Misses a Major Nomination

(Mon, 08 Dec 2025 15:01:58 +0000)

Though its stars are up for acting prizes, the film is not in the running for best musical or comedy, only for box office achievement.

States Are Raking In Billions From Slot Machines on Your Phone

(Mon, 08 Dec 2025 10:00:35 +0000)

Online casinos have proved to be a much stronger source of tax revenue than sports betting apps. They may be coming to a state near you.

The Best New Restaurants in New York in 2025

(Mon, 08 Dec 2025 10:02:37 +0000)

Here are the new kids on the block our critics loved most this year.

Best New York City Dishes

(Mon, 08 Dec 2025 16:42:19 +0000)

Bánh cuốn, chicken bastilla and 10 other unforgettable plates from 2025.

Nancy Mace: Why The Republican House Isn’t Working

(Mon, 08 Dec 2025 20:05:22 +0000)

The system in the House promotes control by party leaders over accountability and achievement.

Syrians Celebrate Anniversary of Bashar al-Assad’s Fall

(Mon, 08 Dec 2025 19:19:31 +0000)

A year ago, rebels overthrew President Bashar al-Assad, ending decades of dictatorship and civil war. But challenges remain for the new leadership.

7.6-Magnitude Earthquake Near Japan Triggers Tsunami Warning

(Mon, 08 Dec 2025 21:33:37 +0000)

The quake struck off the coast of Aomori Prefecture, on Japan’s main island, Honshu.

Mamdani Confirms He Will Leave Queens One-Bedroom for Gracie Mansion

(Mon, 08 Dec 2025 17:22:43 +0000)

Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani and his wife, Rama Duwaji, will move into the official residence in Manhattan sometime after his inauguration.

Collector Surrenders ‘Nude Emperor’ Statue Identified as Looted

(Mon, 08 Dec 2025 18:03:40 +0000)

The statue and a marble head of a Greek orator seized from the Met Museum were among dozens of items found to have been looted that were handed over to Turkey at a ceremony in Manhattan.