Over the weekend, Waymo’s self-driving cars came to a halt at intersections when an hourslong power outage in San Francisco knocked out traffic signals.

‘Le Jardin Féerique’

Esa-Pekka Salonen leading the Berlin Philharmonic in “Ma Mère l’Oye,” recorded for the orchestra’s Digital Concert Hall.

Fondant Sweet Potatoes With Honey Butter and Halvah

With its savory sesame flavor and candy sweetness, the halvah crumbles on top of these fondant sweet potatoes elevate this dish to a chic, grown-up version of sweet potato casserole.

Need Advice on Gift-Giving? We Asked an Expert for Tips.

Giving thoughtful gifts is a skill that some find easier than others. We asked a luxury gift concierge for her advice.

Duchess Potatoes

Prized for its presentation, this fancy French potato dish, Duchess potatoes, dates back to the 1700s, when it was created — and given its aristocratic name — to help elevate the reputation of the humble tuber in France, where it had yet to be widely embraced by home cooks.

Creamy Doenjang Pasta

This pasta recipe leans into the funky, salty flavor of doenjang, a Korean soybean paste whose pungency is an absolute pleasure.

Video camera footage from a Ukrainian National Guard ground drone in August.

Retrofitted Roombas created a sparkling scene in “Puff Out,” an installation at the Asian Art Museum’s “Rave into the Future: Art in Motion” exhibit.

Mozart’s Violin played in New York City

The violinist Lun Li, playing a 261-year-old violin that belonged to Mozart.

Shrimp Fra Diavolo

This rich, spicy tomato sauce is traditionally studded with lobster, but this version becomes easier and less expensive with shrimp.

The Puff Out installation containing Roomba’s cleaning glitter at the Asian Art Museum’s “Rave into the Future: Art in Motion” exhibit in San Francisco, Calif., October 1, 2025. Jason Henry for The New York Times

Newsom Assails Trump’s U.N. Speech

Gov. Gavin Newsom of California called President Trump’s comments “an embarrassment.”

Fired Speechwriter From First Trump Term Appointed to Lead the Institute of Peace

In 2018, the White House fired Darren Beattie for attending a gathering of white supremacists. Mr. Beattie will head the institute while keeping his senior State Department position.

Liah Yoo, content creator and founder of KraveBeauty, talked to her followers about how the threat of tariffs has made it hard for business owners to plan ahead.

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Police Car Is Seen Leaving the Scene of Fatal Crash in Video

Video surveillance footage obtained from the Metropolitan Transportation Authority shows the incident in Upper Manhattan in April.

From above, the cardinals’ section on one side of the coffin made for a brilliant red rectangle opposite the black rectangle of dignitaries in suits.

The wave off Tung Lung Chau is a short and quick one that breaks on a rock, known as a slab.

Henry Hurren surfing a wave off Tung Lung Chau, Hong Kong, in February.

Voters Wait in Line for Hours to Cast Ballot in Pennsylvania

Young people stood in line at a polling site near Lehigh University in Bethlehem, Pa., for several hours on Tuesday.

The New York Times recorded Mr. Ibrahim’s answers to Ms. Loomer. He said he was opposed to honor killings and discrimination against gay people. Those parts of the interview were cut from the version posted to X.

What’s the Best ‘Wheel of Fortune’ Strategy?

For 40 years, contestants on “Wheel of Fortune,” the TV game show staple, have hoped to reach the final puzzle, called the bonus round. A correct guess can mean a new car, $40,000 or even $1 million.

What Are Your Favorite Holiday Memories?

Tell us about them.

Viktoria Druzenko

Viktoria Druzenko, 44, a Bucha native, in the apartment in the Ramat Rachel neighborhood of Jerusalem where she her husband, her three daughters, and the family dog have settled.

The Wall of Silence

Videography by Dorie Hagler; video editing by David Snider; audio and additional reporting by Elyse Blennerhassett.

The Second Act of the Vaccine Resistance

Lawsuits will inevitably follow federal mandates to vaccinate — and they may come from surprising quarters.

Salad, Any Way You Like It

We’ve got something for you, whether it’s corn, beans or noodles you fancy.

Bake Something!

This weekend, give a new baking project a go: One-bowl carrot cake or no-knead bread are perfect options.

Spring Is Coming

Asparagus tarts and stir-fries are on the horizon.

This Sugar Cookie Bar Is Worth the Hype

And 19 other eye-catching recipes to save immediately.

A Capitol Police officer who was seriously injured Wednesday remains on life support.

When the Pandemic Ends, Don’t Put Off Any More Adventures

The future of travel will involve fewer selfies from Icelandic spas.

33 Recipes Our Food Staff Cooked on Repeat in 2020

All the dishes we cooked over and over again.

18 Five-Ingredient Thanksgiving Recipes

Keep the holiday grocery list short.

Our 21 Favorite Thanksgiving Recipes

Try recommendations from members of The New York Times Food department.

If Summer Were a Meatball

Make Melissa Clark’s recipe, or any of the most popular recipes of the week.

All Hail This Vegetarian Curry

Swedish almond cake, crispy Parmesan roast chicken, and more recipes.

Our 25 Most Popular Vegetarian Recipes of 2019

Via Carota’s insalata verde, vegetarian mushroom shawarma pitas and more recipes.

Our 25 Most Popular Christmas Cookies

Chocolate chip, magic cookie bars and more.

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Do you have a story idea, a question for our newsroom or feedback on our coverage? Let us know.

Have You Experienced a Petty Crime in London? Tell Us Your Story

As the city’s level of violent crime rises, help us understand how the London police are responding to minor property crimes.

Stormy Daniels Told to Pay Trump’s Legal Fees After Defamation Suit

A federal judge ruled that President Trump had not defamed the pornographic film actress on Twitter last spring.

Corrections: December 7, 2016

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