Trump Says Epstein ‘Stole’ Underage Victim from Mar-a-Lago Spa

President Trump acknowledged that Jeffrey Epstein recruited one of his victims, Virginia Giuffre, from Mar-a-Lago, and distanced himself from the allegations: “By the way, she had no complaints about us.”

Trump Says Gaza Will Get More Aid, but Israel Will Distribute It

The president has in recent days acknowledged there is “starvation” in Gaza, a break with Israeli officials who have faced deep criticism over the humanitarian crisis there.

Republicans Unveil Aviation Safety Bill Before D.C. Crash Hearings

The legislation, led by Senator Ted Cruz, the Republican chairman of a panel that oversees air travel, has a number of high-profile supporters — but no Democrats, yet.

Trump Trade Deals Threaten Canada’s Vital Auto Industry

Recent pacts with Britain, Europe and Japan mean that autos exported from those countries and regions face lower U.S. tariffs than Canadian vehicles do.

Wednesday Briefing: The U.K. May Recognize a Palestinian State

Plus, the Booker Prize nominees.

‘Critical’ Is a Powerful and Unflinching Hospital Docuseries

The six-part British documentary is gory, unsparing and captures beautifully the fragility and vulnerability of life.

You Can’t Quit America

U.S. power is too big to escape or isolate or ignore.

Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease Is Spreading Again This Summer

Here’s what to know about symptoms and treatment of the infection.

The Trump Presidency Takes a Better Turn

If Trump’s opponents want to be effective, we have to come to grips with realities that have so far eluded us.

Starbucks’s Global Same-Store Sales Slip for the Sixth Consecutive Quarter

The C.E.O., Brian Niccol, said the coffee chain’s turnaround is in progress, and sales in China increased for first time in more than a year.

Ghislaine Maxwell Lawyer Says She Will Only Testify for Immunity or Clemency

In a letter to Congress, the lawyer for Jeffrey Epstein’s convicted co-conspirator says clemency would allow her to talk to lawmakers.

Empleados de Unicef estuvieron retenidos como rehenes 3 semanas en Haití

Las bandas haitianas secuestran cada vez más personas y las retienen para pedir rescate con el fin de financiar otras actividades delictivas, según los expertos.

Why Airdrops in Gaza Are Seen as a Risky Last Resort

Parachuting aid is expensive and inefficient, experts say, noting that at least five people in Gaza were killed in airdrop accidents last year.

Dos lluvias de estrellas llegarán a su pico esta semana

Las Delta Acuáridas del Sur y las Alfa Capricornidas no son las mejores lluvias del verano, pero alcanzan su máximo en la misma noche.

Watch ‘The Fantastic Four’ Make Pizza (Without Superpowers)

Pedro Pascal, Vanessa Kirby, Ebon Moss-Bachrach, and Joseph Quinn stopped by The New York Times Kitchen Studio for a chat.

Top Generals Nominated for New Positions Must Now Meet With Trump

The move is a departure from past practice and has raised worries that it could lead to the politicization of the military’s top ranks.

A World of Misery, From 200 Miles Up

Amid warnings of famine in Gaza, a satellite captures an image of hundreds Palestinians converging on an aid convoy.

St. Paul Hobbled by Cyberattack, Prompting National Guard Response

Gov. Tim Walz of Minnesota activated the National Guard to help the city of St. Paul address a cyberattack that was detected last Friday.

Putin está obsesionado con algo que no puede tener

Toda la carrera política del líder de Rusia ha sido una búsqueda de legitimidad, pero eso es imposible sin Occidente.

U.K. Could Recognize Palestinian Statehood in September

Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced that he would recognize the state of Palestine in September if Israel does not agree to a cease-fire with Hamas.

Slain Officer is Remembered for Devotion to His Family and Mosque

Officer Islam donated thousands of dollars to help establish a local mosque in his largely Bangladeshi neighborhood in the Bronx, according to a friend of his.

La boda de Eve Jobs es la cumbre del lujo silencioso

Los reportes de que la hija menor de Steve Jobs y Laurene Powell Jobs se casó en la campiña inglesa consolidó aún más a los Cotswolds como lugar de moda para las bodas fastuosas.

The gunman’s claim that he had C.T.E. could take months to verify.

In Violent Attack, Gunman Brings Issue of C.T.E. to N.F.L.’s Door

Shane Tamura never played in the league, but the police believe he was seeking vengeance over the handling of head injuries in football.

We Just Updated Our Washington, D.C. Dining Guide

Inventive spots for Mexican and Japanese American cuisine join the list, and we bid a fond farewell to a D.C. favorite closing at the end of year.

How the E.U. Wooed Trump With Flashy but Flimsy Numbers

The Trump administration has been talking up provisions of its deal with the European Union that would secure hundreds of billions of dollars in investments.

Top Lawyer for National Security Agency Is Fired

A far-right conspiracy theorist had amplified criticism of the lawyer and her previous work.

NASA’s Next Mission Will Launch From India. Here’s How to Watch.

A new Earth-observing satellite, built by NASA and India’s space agency, will be sent into orbit on Wednesday.

Marjorie Taylor Greene califica de ‘genocidio’ la crisis de Gaza

Es la primera congresista republicana que utiliza este término para describir la terrible situación humanitaria.

Five Under-the-Radar European Beach Hotels

The usual hot spots are teeming with tourists this summer. Here are some unexpected alternatives — in Spain, Greece, France, Italy and England — where you can pair some serenity with your sea views.

Trump Urges the U.K. to Drill More Oil, Criticizing Its Energy Policy

President Trump said the North Sea was a “treasure chest,” but its high taxes were driving away oil producers.

Do Certain Tattoos Constitute ‘Stolen Valor’?

A ruling on a dispute over a potentially misleading tattoo.

Houthis in Yemen Confirm in Video They Are Holding 11 Mariners Hostage

The video was the first confirmation of the number of hostages, who had been sailing through the Red Sea on a ship attacked by the Houthis on July 7.

Space Out With 11 Far-Out Songs

Muse about the universe to a playlist stocked with Björk, Sufjan Stevens, Frank Sinatra and more.

How Netanyahu Played Trump for a Fool in Gaza

This is the first Israeli-Palestinian war where the worst leaders on both sides are calling all the shots.

Aland Etienne Was a Devoted Father and ‘Beloved’ Security Officer

Mr. Etienne, 46, whose family is from Haiti, was working a shift in the building at 345 Park Avenue when a gunman burst into the lobby.

UNICEF Employees Held Hostage for 3 Weeks in Haiti

Haitian gangs are increasingly abducting people and holding them for ransom to raise funds for other criminal activity, experts say.

U.S. and China Fail to Reach Immediate Deal to Prolong Trade Truce

After a “constructive” round of talks ahead of an Aug. 12 deadline, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said, “Nothing is agreed until we speak with President Trump.”

Mayoral Candidates Navigate a Mass Shooting That Has Rattled New York

Zohran Mamdani, the Democratic nominee for mayor, was in Uganda when the shooting took place, while the incumbent mayor, Eric Adams, sought to project an image of crisis manager.

Educación impulsada por IA: fundada en Texas y pronto en una escuela cerca de ti

En una escuela de Texas, los alumnos dedican solo dos horas diarias al estudio, dirigidos por herramientas de inteligencia artificial.

Slain Blackstone Executive Was a Mentor to Women and a Leader at Work

Wesley LePatner, a senior executive at Blackstone, was among the four victims of a gunman who opened fire on Monday in a Park Avenue office tower.

Morton Mintz, Muckraking Crusader for Consumers, Dies at 103

As a longtime Washington Post reporter and an author of 10 books, he held corporate America accountable for safe pharmaceuticals and cars.

Shooting in Midtown Was New York’s Deadliest in 25 Years

The last killing of such a scale in the city was during a fast-food restaurant robbery in Queens in 2000. Mass murders of strangers are rare.

Two Psychiatrists: A Closer Look at Empathy

Readers respond to a Critic’s Notebook about the debate over empathy. Also: The notion that President Trump’s image could be added to Mount Rushmore.

Do You Work With ICE? We Want to Hear From You.

To help us report upcoming stories about immigration enforcement under the Trump administration, we’d like to hear about the experiences of employees of ICE and other agencies.

Ozempic Maker’s Stock Plunges 20% After Profit Warning

Novo Nordisk slashed its financial forecasts as it struggled to fight off competition in the United States. It also named a new chief executive, who highlighted the “urgency” of the moment.

Pottery Finds a New Audience Among Fashionable Men

Men's wear stores around the country have cleared shelf space for teacups and handmade ceramics so image-conscious men can invest in their home space.

Scottish Leader Talks Gaza, Tariffs and Ukraine in Meeting With Trump

After opening a new golf course at his Aberdeenshire resort, President Trump was scheduled to fly back to the United States.

Gary Karr, Virtuoso Who Elevated the Double-Bass, Dies at 83

He made the cumbersome bass soar, sing and leap, and became one of few bassists in history to successfully pursue a career outside an orchestra.

Flatter, Defer, Nudge: Europe’s Playbook for Trump Yields Some Results

A tactic of deference and praise, along with a studied attempt to avoid any public blowups, coaxed President Trump into changes on key issues like Gaza and Ukraine.

The Libertine Team Goes Full Francophile at Chateau Royale

Bartolo channels Madrid, Hōp pops up in Red Hook with Cambodian food and more restaurant news.

Trump’s E.U. Trade Deal Comes With Impossible Energy Promises

The European Union pledged to buy billions of dollars’ worth of energy resources from the United States. Experts say that’s unrealistic and could hurt Europe’s climate goals.

Has A.I. Become Part of Your Life?

Tell us about how you’re using artificial intelligence.

Kennedy Announces Plan to Restrict Some Kratom Products

Federal officials said a psychoactive ingredient in kratom had been refined and added to supplements that could quickly become addictive.

Power Loss Snarls Subway Traffic in New York City

The electrical outage at West 4th Street led to numerous subway delays and cancellations on a sweltering hot day.

Gwyneth Paltrow ayuda a darle la vuelta a la infamia de Astronomer

La empresa tecnológica que protagonizó un escándalo la semana pasada publicó una respuesta irónica. Dio en el blanco.

In Game-Changing Climate Rollback, E.P.A. Aims to Kill a Bedrock Scientific Finding

The proposal is President Trump’s most consequential step yet to derail federal climate efforts and appears to represent a shift toward outright denial of the scientific consensus.

China Sees Gaps in U.S. Defenses, Ousted National Security Official Says

Gen. Timothy D. Haugh, the former head of both the National Security Agency and Cyber Command, gave his first interview since he was fired.

Police Investigators Dissect Recent Movements of Manhattan Gunman

The New York Police Department tracked his travel from Nevada to Manhattan as well as his spending in recent years.

U.K. Will Recognize a Palestinian State in September, Barring Israel-Hamas Cease-Fire

Prime Minister Keir Starmer said his government would act unless there was a truce, citing the “intolerable” humanitarian crisis in Gaza.

‘Come With Me, Chuck E.’: Mouse Arrested on Credit Card Fraud Charges

At a Tallahassee, Fla., Chuck E. Cheese location, a police officer told children: “Chuck E.’s busy right now.”

Slain Officer Was in Program That Let Uniformed Officers Work as Guards

The Paid Detail Unit allows businesses that can afford it to pay for extra police protection.

Un hombre mata a tiros a un policía y a otras 3 personas en un edificio de Manhattan

El pistolero, armado con un fusil de asalto, entró en el vestíbulo y mató a un agente de policía y a otras dos personas. Acabó con la vida de otra persona en el piso 33 antes de disparar contra sí mismo.

Israeli Settler Arrested Over Killing of Palestinian Activist in West Bank

Awdah Hathaleen, whose work was featured in the Oscar-winning documentary “No Other Land,” was shot dead. The suspect had been subject to U.S. sanctions, but President Trump lifted them.

Justice Dept. Seeks Censure of Judge, Widening Fight With Judiciary

A complaint said Judge James E. Boasberg, who has clashed with the Trump administration over deportation plans, made “improper public comments” about President Trump in a closed-door judicial conference.

Hypergamy? David Geffen’s Divorce Gives New Meaning to an Old Term

A lawsuit against David Geffen mentions a website where hypergamy — dating above your station — is celebrated. But the word carries darker intonations.

These Companies Avoided Clean-Air Rules. It Took a Single Email.

Sites including at least 15 coal plants sought exemptions from environmental rules using a new Trump administration system to fast-track requests, documents show.

The Best Way to Have Peaches for Dinner

Melissa Clark pairs the sweet summer fruit with roasted chicken thighs, basil and ginger for an unforgettable weeknight meal.

New York’s mayoral candidates share concern and condolences.

‘I Was a Small, Sticky God of Summer’: The Week 6 Winner of Our Summer Reading Contest

Joel Raj, 17, writes about a messy peach dessert by Yotam Ottolenghi that called him back to the “chin-dribbling freedom” of his childhood.

¿Quién paga los aranceles estadounidenses y adónde va el dinero?

El presidente Trump pretende aumentar los ingresos federales imponiendo gravámenes a las mercancías procedentes de países extranjeros. He aquí cómo funciona el proceso.

Israeli Far-Right Minister Promotes Plan for Jewish Resettlement in Gaza

Bezalel Smotrich described Gaza as an ‘inseparable part’ of Israel, even as the Netherlands announced a ban on him and another hard line Israeli minister.

Marjorie Taylor Greene Is First Republican Lawmaker to Call Gaza Crisis a ‘Genocide’

Ms. Greene is the first Republican in Congress to use the term to describe the dire humanitarian situation in Gaza, two years after she led the push to censure a Democrat for speaking out against conditions there.

Lo que sabemos sobre el tiroteo en Manhattan

Un hombre armado abrió fuego en un edificio de oficinas antes de dispararse a sí mismo con consecuencias fatales. Cuatro personas murieron, entre ellas un agente de policía fuera de servicio.

Boeing Reports Strongest Revenue in 6 Years

Although the aerospace company lost money in the second quarter, it built and sold more planes as it recovered from quality crises and a workers strike.

Former Football Players With C.T.E. Have Turned to Violence

The gunman in the Manhattan office shooting said in a note that he believed he had C.T.E., a degenerative disease linked by studies to repeated hits to the head.

I.M.F. Raises Global Growth Outlook as U.S. Eases Some Tariffs

The International Monetary Fund warned that trade tension continued to be a risk for the global economy.

Booker Prize Nominees Include Novels by Kiran Desai, Katie Kitamura and Susan Choi

The 13 titles nominated for the prestigious British literary award also include books by David Szalay, Maria Reva and Claire Adam.

Suited for Summer in Crisp Linen

A smartly dressed golf instructor said that the sport has influenced his style.

Sean Combs, Awaiting Sentencing, Asks Judge to Release Him From Jail

Lawyers for the music mogul, who is to be sentenced in October on prostitution charges, filed court papers saying he would sign a $50 million bond.

Are Cracks Appearing in Trump’s Antitrust Approach?

Two top officials are reportedly out of a job, amid reported disagreements within the Justice Department over how it regulates deals.

Park Avenue Gunman’s Note Referred to the N.F.L. and Brain Disease

The police said the man accused of the killings referred to chronic traumatic encephalopathy, which is caused by physical trauma, and asked that his brain be studied.

Kremlin Offers Little Reaction to Trump’s Shorter Deadline for Peace in Ukraine

Mr. Trump said on Monday that he would give Russia about 10 to 12 days to end the war before implementing a new round of penalties against Moscow. The Kremlin offered little reaction.

UnitedHealth’s Profits Fall as Costs of Care Continue to Rise

In the latest quarter, higher costs were felt across the company’s vast health operations.

Union Pacific to Buy Norfolk Southern in $85 Billion Railroad Deal

The merger would create the United States’ first coast-to-coast rail network, spanning 50,000 miles and 43 states.

India Says It Killed 3 Militants Behind Spring Terrorist Attack in Kashmir

The government has faced criticism for being slow to catch the shooters who slaughtered 26 civilians and started clashes between India and Pakistan.

Your Questions About Education

Our reporters address reader submissions.

Russian Strike on Prison Kills 16, Ukraine Says

The attack, just hours after President Trump gave the Kremlin a new deadline to work toward ending the war, was part of a wave across the country, the authorities said.

Un vistazo al sistema de donaciones de órganos

Una conversación sobre los donantes de órganos en EE. UU. Además: el debate sobre unas estatuas de Castro y el Che Guevara en México y más para el comienzo de la semana.

Europe Caves to Trump on Tariffs

Both sides hailed a new trade agreement as the biggest ever. But it will come at a cost to the European Union.

Wordle Review No. 1,502

Scroll down for hints and conversation about the puzzle for Wednesday, July 30, 2025.

Connections Companion No. 780

Scroll down for hints and conversation about the puzzle for Wednesday, July 30, 2025.

Gunman Storms Manhattan Skyscraper, and Harvard Considers Potential $500 Million Deal

Plus, when the peanut M&M was in trouble.

Strands Sidekick No. 514

Scroll down for hints and conversation about the puzzle for Wednesday, July 30, 2025.

Europe Made Major Trade Concessions to Trump. How Did That Happen?

Some European politicians are dismayed that the European Union did not drive a harder bargain, but facing the threat of a damaging trade war, officials say they had little choice.

Here’s the latest.

North Korea Says Kim’s Relations With Trump ‘Not Bad,’ but Stands Firm on Nukes

The country appeared to signal an openness to talks, but said it must be recognized as a nuclear power and would not discuss abandoning its arsenal.

Deadly Flooding Inundates Beijing

Severe rains caused flooding and landslides in Beijing and surrounding areas, leaving homes destroyed as mass evacuations were underway.

One Place Where Trump Is Definitely Winning

The president’s family stands to make hundreds of millions of dollars from its cryptocurrency ventures.

How to Do a Perfect Plank

Build strength with this classic core exercise.

Trump Is Winning His Trade War. What Will That Mean for the Economy?

The president’s vision for reshaping global trade is falling into place, but he is embarking on an experiment that economists say could still produce damaging results.

Designing ‘The Fantastic Four: First Steps’

A Manhattan with a retrofuturist sensibility is among the intriguing visual aspects of the film. We talk with its designers to get the details.

Powell Under Siege as Fed Plans to Stand Pat on Rate Cuts

Jerome H. Powell, the Federal Reserve chair, is facing relentless attacks from the president, a lively campaign to replace him and divisions in his own ranks over when to cut interest rates.

Why Is a Mid-Tier Restaurant Chain Selling Cowboy Boots?

As casual dining faces major headwinds, Chili’s is tapping into a Texas boot maker’s fashion credibility, hoping viral marketing can help it find a new audience.

Trump Is Discovering the Downside of a Justice Department With No Credibility

The president’s problem is that he needs to draw from the same well he has poisoned.

Class and Identity in Hilton Head: The Gullah v. Wealthy Landowners

A legal fight over access to burial grounds has pitted the Gullah Geechee against wealthy landowners around Hilton Head Island.

Watch Twin Meteor Showers Reach Their Simultaneous Peak in Summer Skies

The Southern Delta Aquarids and Alpha Capricornids are not the best showers of the summer, but they reach their peak on the same night.

‘African American’ Is Awkward. It’s Time to Use ‘Black.’

The linguist John McWhorter on how language around racial identity is evolving.

In Brooklyn, a Palatial House on the Market for $25 Million

The over-the-top limestone building in Bay Ridge, built on a lot once owned by the keyboardist for Blondie, might be fit for a king, with its abundance of marble and gold.

Was Elvis Presley’s Manager the Colonel a Villain? It’s Complicated.

The music historian Peter Guralnick’s new book, which draws on documents Tom Parker left behind, paints a different picture of an infamous industry figure.

This L.A. Taqueria Makes Magic With Smoke and Salsa

At Taquería Frontera, the art of Tijuana-style tacos is on full display.

Lina Khan: A Secret to Zohran Mamdani’s Success

Democrats need to win back America’s small businesses.

Confiscated Corals Get a New Life at the Aquarium

The corals were seized at Kennedy Airport. Most survived and are being nurtured by marine specialists.

Forget Black Friday: Economic Anxiety Is Leading to ‘Christmas in July’

People are starting their holiday shopping earlier this year, using summer sales from retailers like Amazon and Walmart to save time and money.

There’s a Name for What Trump Is Doing. Juan Crow.

The rights conferred to all by the Constitution are now subject to a sliding scale of extralegal violability depending on race, ethnicity or assumed immigration status.

What to Know About Medical Insurance When Traveling Abroad

For most Americans planning international trips, this is the kind of travel insurance that’s a must.

A Playful Story Collection Unbound From Realism or Form

Ed Park brings his wit and wisdom to 16 genre-bending tales.

The Book That Can Inspire Both a Pope and a Politician

What can a fifth-century text by St. Augustine tell us about the priorities of the two most powerful American Catholics?

The Red Soles Have Returned With a Vengeance

Despite the crippling effects of sky-high stilettos, a new generation of fans can’t stay out of Christian Louboutin heels.

No One Ever Said My Name Right. Nikola Jokić and Luka Dončić Fixed That.

The N.B.A. is a boon to all of us with ”unpronounceable” monikers.

We Love Our Dogs and Cats. But Are They Bad for the Environment?

Some pets have wide-ranging effects on the planet. Here’s how to lessen them.

I Left a Plastic Water Bottle in a Hot Car. Is It Safe to Drink?

Experts explain some of the potential risks.

A Novel About a Friendship So Fierce, It Feels Like Worship

Devotion is the overwhelming concern of this book about two friends making their way in the art scene in 1990s New York City.

Some Kenyan Runners See Doping as a Path to Glory, and to Basic Sustenance

Officials acknowledge that Kenya has a doping problem, but many athletes who are seeking an edge also want a way out of poverty.

Istanbul’s Museum Moment

Traveling between these five new and newly reopened museums is both a plunge into the city’s rich history and an exploration of its 21st-century creative scene.

Ozzy Osbourne Funeral Procession to Be Held in His Hometown on Wednesday, City Says

Fans will be able to pay their respects as a hearse carrying the heavy metal star’s body travels through Birmingham, England, ahead of a private funeral.

Cease-Fire in Deadly Thailand-Cambodia Conflict Gets Armies’ Backing

The talks between commanders on both sides were seen as a crucial test of whether the cease-fire deal reached on Monday would result in a lasting peace.

India and Trump Still Don’t Have a Tariff Deal: Here’s Why That Matters

The stakes are high, with the United States and India counting on each other as indispensable partners in their competition with China.

Jimmy Fallon Ridicules Trump’s Choice Words About Epstein Island

The president said he “never had the privilege” of visiting Jeffrey Epstein’s island. Fallon’s take: “Trump’s staff was like, ‘A simple no would’ve been fine.’ ”

El ICE se llevó a la mitad del personal de esta empresa. ¿Qué harán ahora?

La producción de Glenn Valley Foods se desplomó casi un 70 por ciento en unas semanas. La mayor parte de los trabajadores había desaparecido después de que el ICE llegara.

¿Qué tan saludable es el maíz dulce?

El maíz suele tener mala fama en lo que se refiere a la salud. Los expertos nos dicen sus beneficios y te compartimos algunas recetas para disfrutarlo este verano.

El país donde el 76% de los coches vendidos son eléctricos

Las subvenciones, la hidroelectricidad y un vecino que es una potencia manufacturera están haciendo que los coches eléctricos lleguen a Nepal más rápido que a casi ningún otro lugar.

A Podcast for the Questions Rarely Asked

Wesley Morris seeks to talk with writers, critics and others about their personal passions that are not necessarily related to their day jobs.

Spelling Bee Forum

Feeling stuck on today’s puzzle? We can help.

Gunman Opens Fire in New York Skyscraper

Police and paramedics rushed to 345 Park Avenue in Midtown Manhattan, where a man armed with a rifle fatally shot four people and critically wounded another.

The First Soda in Space: When NASA Got Caught Up in the Cola Wars

In the summer of 1985, NASA, the Reagan White House and seven talented astronauts were wrangled into an orbital battle over soft-drink supremacy.

Gunman Fatally Shoots Officer and 3 Others in Midtown Manhattan Office Tower

The gunman, armed with an assault rifle, walked into the lobby and killed a police officer and two others. He killed another person on the 33rd floor before turning his gun on himself.

Palabra del día: ‘mystify’

Esta palabra ha aparecido en seis artículos en NYTimes.com en el último año. ¿Puedes usarla en una frase?

Word of the Day: mystify

This word has appeared in six articles on NYTimes.com in the past year. Can you use it in a sentence?

Apple Is Shutting a Store in China, Its First Closure in the Country

The move speaks to slowing spending by consumers and Apple’s continuing struggles in China, its second-largest market.

In Slain Officer’s Bronx Community, Neighbors and Police Officers Mourn

Didarul Islam had a hard-won house, a job that brought respect and the esteem of his neighbors. “He said serve the community and you’ll do fine,” a friend said.

What We Know About the Shooting in Midtown Manhattan

Four people were killed, including an off-duty New York City police officer, when a gunman opened fire in an office tower before fatally shooting himself, officials said.

Putin Is Obsessed With Something He Can’t Get

The legitimacy he seeks is impossible without recognition from the West.

Tuesday Briefing: Trump Said There’s ‘Real Starvation’ in Gaza

Also, a deadly shooting in Midtown Manhattan.

Park Avenue Gunman Drove Cross- Country Before the Attack, Police Said

The police said that he had a history of mental illness documented in Nevada and that it was unclear why he targeted the building.

Los últimos soldados de un ejército imperial tienen una advertencia para los jóvenes

Cuando se cumplen 80 años del final de la Segunda Guerra Mundial solo quedan unos pocos veteranos de la guerra en Japón. “Nunca mueran por el emperador ni por la patria”, dijo uno de ellos.

Quote of the Day: France Assails Trade Bargain as ‘Dark Day’

Quotation of the Day for Tuesday, July 29, 2025.

Finland’s Short, Precious Summers Are Plagued by Goose Poop

Finns trying to enjoy beaches and parks during their all-too-brief summers have been vexed by legions of geese — and their droppings. The smelly mess has resisted even the most innovative solutions.

Starmer Is Edging Closer to Recognizing Palestinian Statehood, U.K. Officials Say

Two government officials said Britain was actively weighing the recognition of a Palestinian state, in a shift driven by public pressure over starvation in Gaza.

States Sue Trump Administration Over Efforts to Get Food Stamp Data

The lawsuit argues that the federal government’s demand was an attempt to obtain sensitive personal information for use outside the food stamp program.

Dozens of Licensed Weed Shops Were Placed Too Close to Schools

State regulators said that a misreading of the law that legalized cannabis in New York allowed some shops to open in unsuitable locations. Those businesses may be uprooted now.

Site of Midtown Shooting Is Owned by Rudin Management and Houses N.F.L. and Blackstone

The building occupies an entire block and has its own ZIP code. It’s owned by Rudin, one of the oldest real estate firms in New York City.

Watch Live: Mayor Adams Gives Update on Midtown Shooting

New York officials give a press conference at Weill Cornell Medicine in Manhattan.

Think Out Loud

Peter Gorman’s Tuesday puzzle takes us on an adventure.

Trump dice que rechazó la invitación de Epstein para visitar su isla: ‘Nunca tuve el privilegio de ir’

Los comentarios son parte de los esfuerzos del presidente Trump por distraer, negar y desviar la atención de su larga relación con Jeffrey Epstein.

Ryne Sandberg, Hall of Fame Second Baseman for the Cubs, Dies at 65

Both a skilled fielder and a fearsome power hitter, he entered the national sports spotlight with two memorable home runs in a nationally televised 1984 game.

Chaos Overtakes a Midtown Block as the Work Day Comes to a Close

An area where New Yorkers come to do business is spooked by a burst of violence.

Corrections: July 29, 2025

Corrections that appeared in print on Tuesday, July 29, 2025.

A Dinner Run Is Punctuated by a Fusillade

Darin Laing was heading to dinner when gunfire broke out and smoke poured from the lobby of 345 Park Avenue.

Take a Ride on New York City’s Future Train Line

The Interborough Express, a new rail line that would link Brooklyn and Queens, could change the face of the city.

Álvaro Uribe es declarado culpable de fraude procesal y soborno en actuación penal

Una jueza dictó el lunes el fallo contra el exmandatario colombiano, acusado de sobornar a exparamilitares para que se retractaran de testimonios que lo perjudicaban.

Villagers Trapped as Heavy Rains in Beijing Leave Nearly 40 Dead

The rains set off flooding and landslides, forcing tens of thousands of people to flee their homes in the capital and neighboring Hebei Province.

Ex-President Álvaro Uribe of Colombia Is Convicted of Bribery

Mr. Uribe, a towering figure in Colombian politics, was accused of trying to bribe a former paramilitary to retract testimony damaging to him.

Trump Says He Declined Epstein’s Invitation to Visit His Island: ‘I Never Had the Privilege of Going’

The comments came as part of the president’s efforts to distract, deny and deflect from his long-running relationship with Jeffrey Epstein.

Here’s the latest.

The gunman was dead, the police said, and the office building was in lockdown Monday evening.

N.J. Criminal Cases Screech to a Halt as Habba’s Authority Is Challenged

Federal court hearings, grand jury proceedings and plea deals were abruptly canceled in New Jersey over questions about whether Alina Habba, the acting U.S. attorney, was legally appointed.

Francia critica el acuerdo comercial de la UE con Trump

Algunos miembros del gabinete francés han expresado una enérgica desaprobación del acuerdo con Estados Unidos. El primer ministro dijo que era “un día oscuro”.

Study May Undercut Idea That Cash Payments to Poor Families Help Child Development

Rigorous new research appears to show that monthly checks intended to help disadvantaged children did little for their well-being, adding a new element to a dispute over expanded government aid.

The Upside of Suing Trump

After Big Law backed off from challenging the government, smaller firms have stepped up their efforts.

Vance Embraces Role of Loyal Trump Warrior, Shifting Away From Past Stances

The vice president has defended the administration’s handling of U.S. military engagement abroad and the Epstein files, even when those positions put him at odds with the right wing.

3 Out of 5 Liver Cancer Cases Are Preventable, Study Finds

Without efforts to address some causes, including alcohol use and metabolic issues, the researchers warn that cases could nearly double by 2050.

New Trump Administration Guidelines Stress Workplace Religious Freedoms

The guidance protects employees and supervisors seeking to recruit fellow federal workers to their religion. The Clinton White House issued similar guidelines in 1997, though with more caveats.

In Fight for House, New York May Follow Texas in Redrawing Maps

Democrats in three states are now considering moves to counter a push by Texas Republicans to redraw their state’s maps.

Trump Said ‘We Have to Get the Kids Fed’ in Gaza

Also, screwworm emerges as a threat to U.S. cows. Here’s the latest at the end of Monday.

Tariffs on Medicines From Europe Stand to Cost Drugmakers Billions

Many pharmaceutical products made in Europe will face a 15 percent tariff, pinching manufacturers and potentially leading to higher drug prices.

Trump acusó a Obama de traición. Esto no se puede ignorar

El historial de comentarios intempestivos del presidente de Estados Unidos le ha dado una especie de inmunidad perversa: cuanto más escandalosa es una declaración, con más rapidez suele ser descartada.

Harvard Is Said to Be Open to Spending Up to $500 Million to Resolve Trump Dispute

The sum sought by the government is more than twice as much as the $200 million fine that Columbia University said it would pay when it settled its clash with the White House last week.

Gwyneth Paltrow Helps Turn Astronomer’s Infamy on Its Head

The technology company that was at the center of a scandal last week released a tongue-in-cheek response. It landed.

John Saladino, ‘Sensualist’ Designer With a Love of Ruins, Dies at 86

A renowned interior designer, he created instantly recognizable rooms using lush fabrics, oversize antiques and imperfectly plastered walls that convey a sense of age.

Why We Almost Got a MAGA-Branded Instant Pot

Instant Brands announced a new line of pots emblazoned with the slogan “Make America Great Again.” David Fahrenthold explains what’s behind this decision and explores the link between this brand and others that have created Trump-related products.

Tracking Tropical Storm Keli

See the likely path and wind arrival times for Keli

Tuesday Briefing: Trump Said There’s ‘Real Starvation’ in Gaza

Also, Thailand and Cambodia agreed to stop fighting.

Veteran C.I.A. Official to Retire After Losing Out on London Job

Tom Sylvester had been set to be the agency’s top liaison to Britain, America’s most important intelligence partner and the agency’s most prestigious overseas posting.

Eve Jobs’s Wedding in the Cotswolds Is Peak Quiet Luxury

Eve Jobs, the youngest daughter of Steve Jobs and Laurene Powell Jobs, reportedly married in the English countryside, further cementing the Cotswolds as a hot spot for lavish weddings.

Project 2025 Architect Is Challenging Lindsey Graham for Senate

Paul Dans will run in the South Carolina primary highlighting the work of Project 2025, a conservative blueprint that President Trump has employed during his second term.

Mamdani Has Done Something Special. Progressives Need Black Voters to Make It Last.

The progressive left has often struggled to win over older Black voters. There are ways to fix this.

La UE acepta un acuerdo comercial con EE. UU. para contar con Trump en otros frentes

Es probable que el pacto no haga mucho por el crecimiento económico de ninguna de las partes, pero evita nuevas fisuras en otras cuestiones de política exterior.

Who Pays for U.S. Tariffs, and Where Does the Money Go?

President Trump is seeking to raise federal revenue by imposing levies on goods from foreign nations. Here’s how the process works.

Kennedy Intends to Overhaul Federal Compensation for Vaccine Injuries

The program, created by Congress, allows people who believe they were injured by vaccines to apply for financial compensation.

The Short-Lived Plan to Produce a Trump-Themed Instant Pot

As its private-equity owner fought antitrust allegations, the countertop cooker suddenly embraced the president’s politics, trying the new playbook of lobbying through flattery.

She’s Known for Eccentric Baby Names. Meet Aquaman.

The internet personality Trisha Paytas has her followers clinging to every baby name reveal. Is it just another form of viral clickbait?

Pro-Ukrainian Hackers Claim Cyberattack as Aeroflot Grounds Flights

The hack may have been part of a campaign to disrupt the sense of normalcy Russians have mostly enjoyed since the start of the war.

Trámites migratorios en EE. UU.: vienen cambios en las visas H1B y los exámenes de ciudadanía

En una entrevista con The New York Times, el nuevo director del Servicio de Ciudadanía e Inmigración de EE. UU. dijo que el examen para adquirir la nacionalidad era demasiado fácil.

Faculty Support of George Mason’s President Draws Federal Investigation

The Faculty Senate at George Mason University in Virginia adopted a resolution supporting the school’s president and his work related to diversity. The Justice Department says it will investigate.

For Trump, Starvation in Gaza Tests His Foreign Policy Approach

President Trump will have to decide whether America intends to take a leading role in confronting one of the biggest humanitarian catastrophes of the 21st century.

2 Children in Sailing Program Die After Barge Hits Boat Off Miami Beach

Six people were thrown into the water in the accident, including three other children and a camp counselor, the authorities said.

Healthy Lifestyle Can Help People at Risk for Dementia, Study Finds

The study found that a combination of exercise, healthy diet and other behaviors led to cognitive benefits. How much intense guidance is required was unclear, experts said.

Brother of Oasis Band Members Is Charged With Rape in Britain

Paul Gallagher, the older brother of Liam and Noel Gallagher, was also accused of making death threats, the authorities said.

Trump Says Rupert Murdoch Should Be Deposed Within 15 Days in Suit Over Epstein Article

The president’s legal team argued in a legal filing that discovery process for the media mogul should be expedited because of his age and health.

Thomas Sayers Ellis, Poet of ‘Percussive Prosody,’ Dies at 61

A verbal gymnast on and off the page (as well as a musician and photographer), he was a founder of the Dark Room Collective, a community of writers, and fostered a boom in Black poetry.

Wallis Annenberg, Arts and Wildlife Philanthropist, Dies at 86

She put millions from her foundation into projects in California, like a performing arts center in Beverly Hills and a wildlife crossing over the busy 101 freeway.

Judge Indefinitely Blocks Withholding of Medicaid Funds to Planned Parenthood

A federal judge in Boston ruled that a provision in President Trump’s policy bill targeting the organization most likely amounted to retaliation.

Gunman Shoots 6 at Reno Casino Resort, Killing 3, Police Say

The police shot the gunman after he fired at them during the attack at the Grand Sierra Resort and Casino, the authorities said. Two of his victims remained in critical condition.

In Break With Israel, Trump Says Children in Gaza ‘Look Very Hungry’

During talks in Scotland with Prime Minister Keir Starmer of Britain, President Trump disagreed with Israel’s claim that there is no starvation in Gaza.

Para Trump, el acuerdo comercial con la UE era muy necesario

Después de alardear mucho en materia de comercio, el gobierno de EE. UU. necesitaba una gran victoria. Parece que acaba de conseguir una.

Think Rhymed British Verse Is Old-Fashioned? Try Wendy Cope.

An English national treasure collects a career’s worth of poems in a new book.

¿Eres impuntual? La culpa podría ser de tu ‘personalidad horaria’

Algunas personas son puntuales, otras flexibles. La razón, según los expertos, es que nos relacionamos con el reloj de formas diferentes.

‘Total Failure’: Israel’s Return to War Heaped Ruin on Gaza and Did Little for Israelis

Israel ended a truce in Gaza in March, hoping to break Hamas. The move has heightened suffering for Palestinians but achieved few, if any, Israeli goals.

Erasing History in Our National Parks

Readers object to an executive order sanitizing troubling aspects of U.S. history. Also: “Dangerously irresponsible” policies; a home-schooling lag.

Extreme Heat Persists in the Southeast on Tuesday

More than 11 million people across southern Georgia and most of Florida were under a rare “extreme” heat warning.

Delta Pilot Is Arrested on Child Sex Abuse Charges After Flight, U.S. Says

The pilot was led away while the crew and passengers remained on board a jet after it landed in San Francisco on Saturday, according to eyewitness reports.

Qué es el ‘mankeeping’ y por qué tiene cansadas a las mujeres

A medida que los círculos sociales masculinos se reducen, ellas dicen que tienen que satisfacer más necesidades sociales y emocionales de sus parejas.

Review: At 93, John Williams Unveils His First Piano Concerto

Williams is best known for his grandly symphonic, Oscar-winning film scores. But his latest concert work is quieter, and more haunting.

Durbin Demands Tapes of Ghislaine Maxwell Interviews

The top Democrat on the Senate Judiciary Committee also pressed the Justice Department for a promise that Ms. Maxwell will not be pardoned for her cooperation in matters related to the Jeffrey Epstein files.

Sunny With a Chance of Meatballs

My skillet meatballs with peaches, lime and basil are speedy, satisfying and so summery.

Do You Know These Books That Predicted Current Technology?

Try this short quiz to test your knowledge of once-futuristic literary creations have become everyday reality now in 2025.

Trump Gives Russia Less Than Two Weeks to End Its War in Ukraine

President Trump said he had decided to shorten a 50-day deadline he had given Russia to end the conflict or face punishing new sanctions.

Los moteles del amor se preparan para los huéspedes de la COP30 en Brasil

La ciudad de Belém, sede de la 30.ª Conferencia de la ONU sobre el Cambio Climático, tiene escasez de habitaciones de hotel. Estos establecimientos ofrecen una solución.

Where Is the Economy Going? A ‘Monster Week’ of News Could Help Decide.

This week will bring a flood of economic data, as well as major policy decisions on trade and interest rates.

The Quintessential Urban Design of ‘Sesame Street’

Over its several decades, the show’s setting has always been both realistic and idealistic. And it has evolved, much like the New York City streets that inspired it.

Manhunt Underway in Arkansas After Couple Are Killed in State Park

The couple were hiking with their two daughters on Saturday when they were attacked, according to the police, who asked for help in searching for the killer.

Tracking Hurricane Iona

See the likely path and wind arrival times for Iona

France Criticizes E.U.’s Trade Deal With Trump

Some French cabinet members have aired their sharp disapproval of the agreement with the United States. The prime minister called it “a dark day.”

Citizen Scientists Are Accelerating Ecology Research, Study Suggests

Thousands of scientific papers have used data collected by users of the platform iNaturalist, according to new research.

European Carmakers Welcome, and Worry About, U.S. Tariff Deal

German auto companies embraced greater clarity but warned that even the lower rate of tariffs agreed between Brussels and Washington would still hurt.

Making Sense of the E.U. Trade Deal

Questions, critiques and discrepancies are hanging over the framework agreement, but investors seem to view it as a win all the same.

In a First, Leading Israeli Rights Groups Accuse Israel of Gaza Genocide

Israel says it is fighting against Hamas, not Palestinians as a group. But two of Israel’s best-known rights groups — long critical of Israeli policy — now say they disagree.

Despite Bombing, Some Remain at Thailand-Cambodia Border

Hundreds of thousands of civilians have fled the Thailand-Cambodia border area where violence has erupted. However, a few have chosen to not evacuate.

Shaolin ‘C.E.O. Monk’ Is Accused of Embezzlement and Affairs With Women

China’s famed Shaolin Temple said its celebrity abbot, Shi Yongxin, was under investigation over misuse of funds and “improper relations” with women.

Severe Storms, and a Possible Derecho, Threaten the Northern Plains

The most intense storms, with wind gusts potentially exceeding 75 m.p.h., were forecast for central and eastern South Dakota, southwestern Minnesota and northern Iowa.

Sovereignty Is Having a Moment

We explain why leaders are talking so much about independence.

Trump and the E.U. Have a Blueprint for a Giant Trade Deal. Is it Good for Europe?

Both sides hailed the agreement as the biggest ever. But it will come at a cost to the European Union, and many details have yet to be nailed down.

‘Revenge Is Not a Policy’: Israelis Voice Dissent Against the War in Gaza

After a long silence, prominent Israelis and activists are increasingly raising alarms about potential war crimes being carried out by the government.

Faded Froot Loops and Dull Doritos: Is Big Food Losing the War on Dyes?

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has used peer pressure to persuade food makers to remove synthetic dyes.

Outrage Grows Over Starvation in Gaza, and a Mysterious Pentagon Budget Line

Plus, a very D.I.Y. act of defiance.

Wordle Review No. 1,501

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Connections Companion No. 779

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Strands Sidekick No. 513

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Heavy Rain Likely Caused Deadly German Train Derailment, Investigators Say

Television news footage showed bent tracks and piles of mud at the scene of the accident near the town of Riedlingen in southern Germany. Three people were killed and 41 injured.

Nevada Democrats Spot an Opportunity in a Vulnerable G.O.P. Governor

The state attorney general, Aaron Ford, is seen as Democrats’ best bet to oust Gov. Joe Lombardo. Mr. Lombardo doesn’t plan on going down easy.

Los osos invadían las granjas en Montana. Luego llegaron unos perros formidables

Recientemente, los osos grizzli se han aficionado a la buena comida que se encuentra alrededor de los graneros de las llanuras de Montana. Eso es un gran problema tanto para los humanos como para los osos.

El costo de renovar el avión que Catar le donó a Trump es confidencial

Incluso para los estándares de Washington, las técnicas utilizadas para ocultar cuánto costará el proyecto favorito del presidente Trump son ingeniosas.

C.D.C. Ties 85 Cases of THC-Related Symptoms to Wisconsin Restaurant

The restaurant mistakenly used oil infused with THC, a psychoactive ingredient found in many cannabis products, in food preparation last year, the C.D.C. said.

Democrats Plan $20 Million Fund to Target Texas Republicans for Redistricting

At President Trump’s urging, Texas is trying to squeeze up to five Democrats out of office to pad Republicans’ slim majority in the House.

November 2026 Is Everything

For America to survive Trump, Democrats must prevail in the midterms.

Seattle Couple Adds a Slice of Argentina to Their Backyard

The homeowners bought adjacent land to build an outdoor dining space detached from their home for hosting barbecues for friends and neighbors

The Economy Still Isn’t What These 11 Latino Trump Voters Had in Mind

The group discusses the president’s second term so far, focusing on issues such as the economy and immigration.

How Can I Be Sure My Clothes Aren’t Made in a Sweatshop?

As more luxury brands are exposed for manufacturing pipelines involving exploitative labor conditions, our critic offers tips for finding ethically made clothes.

‘Chief of War,’ and 7 More Shows to Watch on TV This Week

This new series starring Jason Momoa comes to Apple TV+ along with several documentary features.

$2.6 Million Homes in California

A midcentury modern in Los Angeles, a house with ocean views in Bolinas and a split-level in Santa Cruz

Florida’s New Cultural Warrior Is the Man Behind ‘Alligator Alcatraz’

James Uthmeier, the new attorney general, has followed an aggressive playbook similar to that of Gov. Ron DeSantis. “The guy’s got a future,” President Trump said.

Avian Flu Wiped Out Poultry. Now the Screwworm Is Coming for Beef.

The parasitic fly that attacks warm-blooded animals was eliminated from the United States in the 1960s, but it’s creeping toward the Texas-Mexico border.

An Era of Authenticity (or Something Like It)

Celebrities are being praised for openly discussing plastic surgery and Photoshop. Are they raging against a machine they created?

Doctors Have Lost Their Mount Olympus of Medicine

Federal public health institutions were revered by the medical community. That’s rapidly changing.

Fear of ICE Jolts a Maine Beach Town

Wells, like many U.S. tourist spots that rely on foreign labor, is fearful of immigration raids. The local police department’s agreement to collaborate with federal agents only adds to the anxiety.

The Supreme Court Owes the Country Explanations for Its Big Decisions

When the court fails to make rulings clear, confusion can set in, and the justices’ credibility can suffer.

The Bull Market for Economists Is Over. It’s an Ominous Sign for the Economy.

Earning a Ph.D. in economics has long been a reliable path to affluence and prestige. Not anymore.

How New York Schools Will Crack Down on Cellphones

Phones will have to be stored while students are in school. And that doesn’t mean they can be placed in backpacks.

Our Troops Deserve Better Than Moldy Barracks

The American military is suffering from systemic challenges in a critical component of warfighting success: personnel readiness.

Russia Counters Ukrainian Drones by Turning Off Russians’ Mobile Internet

The same data networks that enable phone apps and web surfing help drones navigate, so officials are imposing daily, patchwork shutdowns. The actions can be very disruptive to daily life.

The Southwest City That Turned Itself Into an Essential Art Outpost

At Site Santa Fe, 71 artists were inspired by Southwestern figures, from healers and novelists to Navajo code talkers. Here’s a guide to the highlights.

Moomins Enter the Cuteness Pantheon, With Help From Gen Z

Like Snoopy and Miffy, these adorable creatures have been rediscovered by members of a younger generation.

The Timeless Torches Are Dance Warriors. We Need Them.

The dance team of the New York Liberty, in its 20th year, makes space for dancers who are 40 and over. Their message? Dance! Live a full life.

Thinking Is Becoming a Luxury Good

That’s bad news for our democracies.

UnitedHealth Grew to Be a Leviathan. Then Came the Backlash.

The conglomerate was viewed as one of the most successful companies in America, but patients are enraged and investors have lost faith in its business model.

Why Women Are Weary of the Emotional Labor of ‘Mankeeping’

As male social circles shrink, female partners say they have to meet more social and emotional needs.

The Unnerving Future of A.I.-Fueled Video Games

Game designers have used artificial intelligence since the 1980s. But digital characters demonstrating self-awareness is a far cry from the ghosts chasing Pac-Man.

The Urban Design of Sesame Street

In the 1960s, the children’s television show Sesame Street was being conceived at the same time that the urban design book “The Death and Life of Great American Cities” by Jane Jacobs was exploding in popularity. Anna Kodé, a reporter for The New York Times, explains how some of the urban design principles outlined in the book show up throughout the show.

Trump and Starmer Meet in Scotland to Discuss Trade, Ukraine and Gaza

President Trump and Prime Minister Keir Starmer of Britain were set to visit two Trump golf courses, the day after a U.S.-E.U. trade deal.

Europe Accepts a Trump Trade Deal With Other Worries in Mind

The framework agreement will likely not do much for economic growth on either side. But it avoids new fissures on other foreign policy issues, particularly the war in Ukraine.

How Parenting Changed After Etan Patz

Did the shocking disappearance of a 6-year-old in 1979 forever alter how Americans raised children? Or were there other reasons for parents to be anxious?

U.S. Opens Antitrust Investigation Into NewYork-Presbyterian

The Justice Department scrutiny of one of New York’s leading health systems could lead to more spirited competition among hospitals — and slow rising prices.

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Shooting at Popular Bangkok Market Leaves Several People Dead

The gunman killed five people at Or Tor Kor market, which is popular with tourists, before dying by suicide, the authorities said.

See Trump’s New Tariffs on Every Country

The president is set to raise taxes on imports arriving from many countries, including Canada and Mexico. That’s on top of the tariffs that the White House has already announced on specific products, including foreign cars.

​North Korea Rejects New South Korean Leader’s Peace Overtures

In its first comment on President Lee Jae Myung of South Korea, North Korea dismissed a call for dialogue, dampening hopes of a new chapter in relations.

Palabra del día: ‘lagniappe’

Esta palabra ha aparecido en cuatro artículos en NYTimes.com en el último año. ¿Puedes usarla en una frase?

Word of the Day: lagniappe

This word has appeared in four articles on NYTimes.com in the past year. Can you use it in a sentence?

What We Talk About When We Talk About the Right of Return

My Palestinian mother-in-law has been displaced since 1948.

Thailand and Cambodia Agree to Halt Fighting That Has Killed Dozens

U.S.-backed talks to end the border war, in which militaries have killed dozens of people and displaced hundreds of thousands, began on Monday in Malaysia.

Monday Briefing: Ukraine’s Other War

Plus, a U.S.-E.U. trade deal.

Quote of the Day: One Man’s Reading List of 3,599 Books Can Now Be Seen by All

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No Corrections: July 28, 2025

No corrections appeared in print on Monday, July 28, 2025.

Last Soldiers of an Imperial Army Have a Warning for Young Generations

As the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II approaches, only a few veterans of Japan’s brutal war remain. “Never die for Emperor or country,” one advised.

Thai-Cambodian Conflict Tears at Remnants of a Once-Proud Empire

People on both sides of the border share a cultural heritage much older than modern nation-states, dating back to the ancient Khmer civilization.

U.S. and China Meet as Trade Truce Nears Expiration

Top American and Chinese officials are meeting for two days of talks in Stockholm as the Trump administration tries to complete trade deals.

The Country Where 76% of Cars Sold Are Electric

Subsidies, hydroelectricity and a manufacturing powerhouse neighbor are moving the cars into Nepal faster than almost anywhere else.

Passengers Evacuate Burning Plane in Denver

Passengers rushed out of an American Airlines plane after the pilot ordered them to evacuate because of a fire. The flight was headed to Miami from Denver International Airport.

For Trump, E.U. Trade Deal was Badly Needed

After a lot of big talk on trade, the Trump administration needed a big win. It appears to have just gotten one.

Allure of the Mean Friend

Popular bullies exist in business, politics, everywhere. How do they stay so popular?

Michael Ochs, Top Collector of Rock ’n’ Roll Photos, Dies at 82

He surveyed the trash of record companies, haggled with aging photographers and scoured estate sales, building an archive widely seen as unmatched.

News Organizations Urge Israel to Let Reporters and Aid Into Gaza

Saying that journalists in the territory, like many Gazans, are facing starvation, the groups urged Israel to allow more food in.

England’s Lionesses Take ‘Football Home’ With Gripping Euro Win

By edging out Spain in a penalty shootout in the European championship final, England’s women’s team cemented its position as the standard-bearer for English soccer.

Constellation Part

Brian Callahan sees things differently.

U.S. and Europe Reach Preliminary Trade Deal With 15% Tariffs

The deal, which would set a 15 percent tariff on most E.U. goods, averted what could have become a painful trade war with the United States’ biggest source of imports.

Aid Trickles Into Parts of Gaza as Israel Pauses Some Military Activity

Israel’s move comes amid growing international pressure over the dire conditions and hunger crisis in the Gaza Strip.

Dozens Are Killed by ISIS-Linked Rebels at a Church in Congo

The attack raised questions about diplomatic efforts to end the conflict in the Central African country.

Monday Briefing: Ukraine’s Other War

Also, a U.S.-E.U. trade deal.

Leaders of Parallel Government Named in War-Torn Sudan

The move by a paramilitary-led coalition may make it even harder for the African country to hold together.

5 errores monetarios que sabotean el ahorro para tu jubilación

Incluso a las personas con planes de jubilación patrocinados por sus empresas les sigue resultando difícil ahorrar para el futuro cuando se enfrentan a los deseos del presente.

Man Faces Terrorism Charge in Mass Stabbing at a Michigan Walmart

The authorities on Sunday said that a motive for the attack, which left 11 people injured, remained unknown. Citizens, including one who was armed, helped to apprehend the suspect, officials said.

El efecto Labubu: más personajes adorables en las películas

En un éxito tras otro, las criaturas encantadoras —tan caóticas y apachurrables como el popular accesorio— han satisfecho la necesidad de los cinéfilos de evadir la dura realidad.

Passenger Train Derails in Germany, Killing at Least 3

Officials had no immediate explanation for the accident, which occurred near the southern city of Ulm.

Leyó (al menos) 3599 libros a lo largo de su vida. Ahora cualquiera puede ver su lista

Dan Pelzer comenzó a anotar los libros que leía en 1962. Tras su muerte a los 92 años, su familia hizo pública su lista de libros leídos, con la esperanza de motivar a los lectores de todo el mundo.

Passengers Evacuate Smoky Plane on Emergency Chute at Denver Airport

A small fire in the brake system just ahead of the jet’s takeoff prompted the evacuation of 173 passengers and six crew members, the authorities said.

U.S. Reaches Preliminary Trade Deal With Europe

The United States and the European Union agreed to a 15 percent base tariff after weeks of negotiations, which were among the Trump administration’s most difficult discussions.

Massie Criticizes Johnson on Recess as He Tries to Force Epstein Files Vote

“I don’t know why it should be politically painful to be transparent,” Representative Thomas Massie, a Kentucky Republican, said on Sunday, referring to comments by Speaker Mike Johnson.

With Bombs Whizzing in Air, Thousands Flee Thailand-Cambodia Border

The conflict is one of the deadliest clashes ever between the two countries. Thirty-four people have died, and over 165,000 have been displaced.

Ziad Rahbani, Composer Who Defined a Tragic Era in Lebanon, Dies at 69

A son of Lebanese musical icons, Mr. Rahbani became one himself, with satirical critiques of his country’s dysfunction that melded Arab and Western music.

3 Dead After Small Plane Crashes Off California Coast, Coast Guard Says

The plane took off from San Carlos Airport on Saturday night and crashed into the Pacific Ocean on the southwestern edge of Monterey Bay.

Joan Anderson, Unsung Heroine of Hula Hoop History, Dies at 101

Because of a deal made on a handshake in a parking lot, she was long left out of a famous toy’s story. When she was 94, a documentary changed that.

Tom Lehrer, Musical Satirist With a Dark Streak, Dies at 97

A mathematician by training, he acquired a devoted following with songs that set sardonic lyrics to music that was often maddeningly cheerful.

5 Podcasts That Illustrate the Ungraspable Nature of Justice

How a stew of racism, law enforcement misconduct and bureaucratic incompetence led to wrongful convictions on both sides of the Atlantic.

Raymond Saunders, Painter Who Rejected Racial Pigeonholes, Dies at 90

Widely admired if long underrecognized for his collage-based art, he died only days after the closing of his first retrospective at a major museum, in his native Pittsburgh.

Eric Kim’s Five-Star Gochujang-Glazed Eggplant

“The sauce was amazing. I love, love, love the eggplant, it melts in your mouth. But I would eat that sauce on cardboard.”

William J. Rutter, Biotech Pioneer of Gene-Based Medicine, Dies at 97

His company, the Chiron Corporation, contributed important scientific discoveries toward treatments for H.I.V., hepatitis B, diabetes and more.

Dozens of Wildfires Burn in Greece and Turkey as Temperatures Soar

Firefighters are battling several blazes, with officials warning that extreme heat will pose a risk of more in the coming days.

Being Creative With A.I., for Better or Worse

Readers respond to a guest essay by Meghan O’Rourke about artificial intelligence. Also: Port and privacy; the G.O.P. vs. NPR.

The Raw Power of Repentance

“The Bear” asks the question, how do we live together when someone always seems to be going too far?

The Protein Boom

Protein is remaking the food economy. How much do you really need?

Israel Says It Has Paused Some Military Activity in Gaza as Anger Grows Over Hunger

Operations in parts of the enclave were put on hold to allow more aid. It was unclear if the move would relieve the hunger crisis, amid rising deaths from starvation.

Trump meets with the European Union’s top official.

José Andrés: The World Cannot Stand By With Gaza on the Brink of Famine

Israel is responsible for the basic survival of civilians in Gaza.

The Elite Panic at the Heart of Liberal Attacks on Mamdani

Mamdani’s detractors don’t care about his race; they care about clawing back a century of civil rights gains.

You May Not Be Trump’s Target This Time, but You Could Be Next

Trump’s actions against civil society harm us all.

‘1984’ Hasn’t Changed, but America Has

Some of the same titles and authors the C.I.A. sent east during the Cold War, including “1984,” are now deemed objectionable across the United States.

Wordle Review No. 1,500

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Connections Companion No. 778

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Strands Sidekick No. 512

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Denver Pastor and Wife Face Charges in ‘God-Inspired’ Cryptocurrency Scheme

The pastor, Eligio Regalado, and his wife, Kaitlyn Regalado, spent more than $1 million of investor funds on home renovations, plane tickets and au pair services, prosecutors said.

No Meals, Fainting Nurses, Dwindling Baby Formula: Starvation Haunts Gaza Hospitals

After Israeli restrictions on aid, hunger has risen across Gaza. Doctors and nurses, struggling to find food themselves, lack the resources to stem the surge.

Quizá nunca veas esta versión de ‘Los Cuatro Fantásticos’

El primer intento de hacer una película sobre los superhéroes fue un asunto de bajísimo presupuesto que se rodó, se abandonó y se olvidó casi por completo en la década de 1990.

What Will It Cost to Renovate the ‘Free’ Air Force One? Don’t Ask.

To hide the cost of renovating the plane Qatar donated to President Trump, the Air Force appears to have tucked it inside an over-budget, behind-schedule nuclear modernization program.

¿Cuántos pasos necesitas realmente dar al día?

Una nueva investigación sugiere que los beneficios de caminar podrían requerir menos de los 10.000 pasos que tanto se aconsejan.

‘The Fantastic Four: First Steps’ Breaks a Box Office Curse

The movie, the fifth effort to adapt the comic characters for the big screen, was expected to collect about $218 million worldwide in its first weekend.

Germany’s Far-Right Party May Be Banned. Its Voters Fear Being Left Voiceless.

Supporters of the Alternative for Germany say they might quit voting if the party is outlawed. Some opponents are against such a move, too.

Di 58 paseos en el año que cumplí 58

Con amigos nuevos y viejos, descubrí lo que realmente valoro, paso a paso.

Ralph Lauren’s Vintage Man of Mystery

At 71, Doug Bihlmaier has become a style hero to fashion-savvy social media creators.

Italian Flag Colors Were Removed From a Street. Residents Rebelled.

Newton, Mass., replaced a street’s red, white and green centerline with standard yellow stripes, citing traffic safety concerns, weeks before an annual Italian American festival.

In Smithsonian Role, John Roberts Encounters History, Pandas and Trump

Chief Justice John G. Roberts Jr., who serves as the institution’s chancellor, has always emphasized procedure and avoided politics. This moment could make that more difficult.

The Protein Bar Arms Race

The David bar’s breakout success is proof that, in our culture of optimization, one macronutrient is king. But can the protein craze last?

ICE Took Half Their Work Force. What Do They Do Now?

Glenn Valley Foods tried to verify every hire through a federal system. After a raid, the company is wondering how it can keep going.

A Designer Was Ready for India’s Fashion Moment

As the “big guys” dabble in Indian looks, Kartik Kumra is in it for the long haul. And stars like Kendrick Lamar and Stephen Curry are wearing his designs.

The Housing Market Is Frozen. Zillow’s C.E.O. Knows You’re Still Scrolling.

Through boom and bust, Jeremy Wacksman says people keep coming to the listings site to “gawk” and “dream.”

A.I.-Driven Education: Founded in Texas and Coming to a School Near You

At Austin’s Alpha School, students spend just two hours a day on academics, led by artificial intelligence tools. New Alpha schools are set to open in about a dozen cities this fall.

The Far Right in Germany Wants to Soften Its Image, Not Its Policies

The Alternative for Germany, or AfD, has adopted a code of conduct for its members, without changing its positions on immigration and other issues.

Inside a Gathering of America’s Growing Home-School Movement

The pandemic supercharged interest. Now, a cultural and political emphasis on women staying at home is continuing to fuel growth.

A Wealthy French Family and Generations of Heartache

“Misery of Love,” by the French virtuoso cartoonist Yvan Alagbé, is a subtle masterpiece of family psychodrama.

5 Money Mistakes That Can Make the Road to Retirement Even Longer

Even people with employer-sponsored retirement plans still find it difficult to save for the future when faced with present-day desires.

Israel Intercepts Gaza-Bound Ship of Activists and Aid

It was at least the third vessel blocked this year while challenging Israel’s naval blockade and seeking to deliver supplies by sea to a population facing rising starvation.

Smoke From Canadian Wildfires Wafts Over New York City

Officials warned young children and those with respiratory illnesses to take precautions. For weeks, smoke from Canadian wildfires has been drifting across the border.

Reseña de ‘Happy Gilmore 2’: otra vez en el ‘green’

La secuela de Netflix de la exitosa película de Adam Sandler de 1996 recupera brevemente la cálida tontería de la original, antes de convertirse en un perezoso sueño febril de cameos.

Macron reconoce un Estado palestino. ¿Pero con qué fin?

El presidente francés, expresando su obligación moral de abordar el sufrimiento en Gaza, dejó claro que había perdido la paciencia con Estados Unidos e Israel. La cuestión es qué efecto tendrá.

¿Puedes hacer el Nicki Minaj?

Inspirándose en un antiguo video de rap, los usuarios de las redes sociales se desafían unos a otros a adoptar una postura similar a la de un pretzel en lugares cada vez más precarios.

Mamdani’s Message Is Already Playing Outside New York City

Zohran Mamdani’s mayoral primary victory in New York follows wins by other big-city progressives. Are voters more open to backing progressive stances?

Dance Poles and Leopard-Print Walls: Love Motels Ready Rooms for Climate Summit

The Brazilian city of Belém, host to the 30th U.N. Climate Change Conference, is short on hotel rooms. Love motels are offering a solution.

‘Like Many New Yorkers, I’m Quietly Curious About My Neighbors’

Respecting a Brooklyn resident’s routine, chatting up a drummer and more reader tales of New York City in this week’s Metropolitan Diary.

How We Chose the Best Movies of the 21st Century

With faith, trust and a little bit of help from more than 500 actors, directors and other creative professionals.

Spelling Bee Forum

Feeling stuck on today’s puzzle? We can help.

If I Don’t Post About My Vacation, Did It Even Happen?

I know that craving the high of posting, of all those comments and hearts, is lame, but leaving is really hard.

Quote of the Day: Jack McAuliffe, Who Brewed a Craft Beer Revolution, Dies at 80

Quote of the Day for Sunday, July 27, 2025

Corrections: July 27, 2025

No corrections appeared in print on Sunday, July 27, 2025.

At Trump’s Urging, Thailand and Cambodia to Meet for Cease-Fire Talks

After calls by President Trump, the leaders of Cambodia and Thailand are set to meet in Malaysia on Monday to discuss a halt to the fighting.

Right-Wing Influencers Say Ghislaine Maxwell Is Key to Unlocking Epstein Case

Some conservative influencers have celebrated the move to approach the longtime associate of Jeffrey Epstein, but it comes with risks.

Illinois Man Convicted in Killing of Palestinian American Boy Dies in Custody

Joseph Czuba, who was convicted of killing 6-year-old Wadee Alfayoumi in 2023, died two months after a judge sentenced him to 53 years in prison. He was 73.

11 People Are Injured in Knife Attack at a Michigan Walmart, Officials Say

One person was in custody after what the authorities said was a random attack at a store near Traverse City, Mich.

Amid Growing Fury Over Gaza, Israel Says It Is Easing Aid Restrictions

As starvation rises in Gaza, prompting global outrage, Israel’s military said it would restart airborne aid delivery there and make land deliveries less dangerous.

Arranged Marriages

John Kugelman’s latest crossword creation belongs in a museum.

Seven Charged in Child Abuse Ring Run From an Alabama Bunker, Officials Say

A sheriff called it the worst child abuse case he’d seen in his 33-year career. Victims as young as 3 are now in state care and getting medical, emotional and psychological support.

E.U. Cuts Aid to Ukraine Over Corruption Concerns

The $1.7 billion reduction capped a tough week for President Volodymyr Zelensky as he deals with Ukraine’s governance issues.

Infection From Brain-Eating Amoeba Kills Boy in South Carolina

A lawyer for the family of 12-year-old Jaysen Carr said he died on July 18 after contracting a deadly infectious amoeba while swimming in a reservoir.

Protesters Take to the Streets in Scotland as Trump Golfs

Demonstrators held signs criticizing President Trump on a range of issues, from his stances on immigration and Gaza, and his ties to the sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.

No hay pruebas de que Hamás robara regularmente ayuda de la ONU, según oficiales israelíes

Israel lleva mucho tiempo restringiendo o bloqueando completamente la ayuda a Gaza con el argumento de que Hamás la roba para utilizarla como arma de control sobre la población.

La ropa no podía contener a Hulk Hogan

Su look era jocoso, pero no era ninguna broma.

Cómo la frenética búsqueda de los archivos de Epstein consumió al Departamento de Justicia

Había un único objetivo en mente: encontrar algo —lo que fuera— que pudiera hacerse público para satisfacer a los partidarios del presidente Trump.

New York Is Planning a Train Line to Connect Its Transit Deserts. We Walked All 14 Miles of It.

New York Is Planning a Train Line to Connect Its Transit Deserts. We Walked All 14 Miles of It.

Dry Taps, Empty Lakes, Shuttered Cities: A Water Crisis Batters Iran

After a five-year drought and decades of mismanagement, Tehran is at risk of running out of water in several weeks, the government warned.

A Golfing Trump Is Greeted by Protesters in Scotland

The president was criticized by demonstrators on a range of issues, from his stance on immigration and Gaza to his ties to the sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.

What to Know About the Hack at Tea, an App Where Women Share Red Flags About Men

A data breach exposed photos and ID cards of women who signed up for a fast-growing app for women to share details of men they might date.

23 Classic, Memorable, Must-Make Salads

The best salads of all time, if you will.

This Test Tells You More About Your Heart Attack Risk

Coronary artery calcium scans can offer a more precise estimate of a patient’s chances for major cardiac events. Some cardiologists say it remains underused.

James Leprino, ‘Willy Wonka of Cheese’ Who Revolutionized Pizza, Dies at 87

He turned a small family grocery store into a mozzarella empire, producing most of the cheese for American pizza chains like Domino’s, Papa Johns and Pizza Hut.

A Price Just for You, Specifically

“Surveillance pricing” — adjusted to what an individual customer is likely to pay — drew inquiries from the Biden administration. Now companies may feel emboldened to lean in.

Investors See Few Alternatives to U.S. Treasuries. Could Europe Make One?

As President Trump’s chaotic economic policies provoke questions about U.S. stability, a proposal for European countries to issue joint debt has drawn attention.

2 Novels for Double Lives

An unhappy housewife; an underground radical.

CBS: Caving. Bowing. Scraping.

Don’t take on satirists — they always get the last laugh.

¿Hasta qué punto deben preocuparte las garrapatas?

He aquí algunos consejos sobre cómo evaluar el riesgo.

If Only My Father Could Choose to Deny the Holocaust Ever Happened

While too many of those who should remember the Holocaust choose not to, my father can’t stop reliving what he went through.

What the Democratic Party Still Doesn’t Get About Deportations

“The Opinions” round table discusses President Trump’s immigration policies and the emerging resistance to it.

What Iranians Lost When Israel Bombed Its Most Notorious Prison

Israel’s attack has shattered something deep within the Iranian people.

New York Is Planning a Train Line to Connect Its Transit Deserts. We Walked All 14 Miles of It.

What would light-rail service change about the space that keeps us apart?

How Israel’s War Became Unjust

Even a righteous cause needs a plan to limit suffering and a reasonable path toward peace.

Why Are Young Men Still Struggling?

Responses to the columnist David French’s conversation with the clinical psychologist Jordan Peterson.

Trump Isn’t Getting Rid of Chaos at the Border. He’s Redistributing It.

The “Opinions” round table discusses the president’s immigration policies and the emerging resistance to it.

Little Victories

We tend to confine our parties to milestones and cultural events, but there are countless micro-occasions worthy of commemorating.

La remoción de unas estatuas de Fidel Castro y el Che Guevara desata indignación en Ciudad de México

Fueron instaladas a finales de 2017 por Ricardo Monreal, entonces jefe delegacional y actual político clave del partido Morena. Una alcaldesa local las retiró, lo que provocó protestas y la condena de las más altas instancias del gobierno mexicano.

Should I Blow the Whistle in a Hiring Process Biased in My Favor?

Is it right to accept a job when I know the company discriminated against another candidate?

Connections Companion No. 777

Scroll down for hints and conversation about the puzzle for Sunday, July 27, 2025.

A Grim Anniversary in Canada’s Fight Against Guns

Firearms smuggled in from the United States are flooding Canada’s streets, but the topic is largely absent from border security discussions amid the U.S. trade war.

Strands Sidekick No. 511

Scroll down for hints and conversation about the puzzle for Sunday, July 27, 2025.

Wordle Review No. 1,499

Scroll down for hints and conversation about the puzzle for Sunday, July 27, 2025.

No Proof Hamas Routinely Stole U.N. Aid, Israeli Military Officials Say

Israel has long restricted aid to Gaza on the argument that Hamas steals it to use as a weapon of control over the population. On Saturday, the Israeli military announced new airdrops of aid.

Robert Reich Thinks the Baby Boomers Blew It

The former U.S. Labor Secretary on how complacency and corporate ties created a “bully in chief.”

In Russia, Corruption Cases Follow Battlefield Failures

Officials in three of the five Russian regions bordering Ukraine have been accused of embezzling funds for border defenses.

Competing Conspiracy Theories Consume Trump’s Washington

President Trump is trying to divert attention from the Epstein conspiracy theory with a new-and-improved one about Barack Obama and treason.

Mapping How Mamdani’s Ranked-Choice Strategy Beat Cuomo

New data provides the clearest picture yet of how Zohran Mamdani pulled off his primary election upset.

La inteligencia artificial me hizo más humana

Tras recibir un diagnóstico inesperado, me aislé de mis seres queridos, pero un chatbot me mostró el camino de regreso.

What Hulk Hogan Left Behind

For journalists, his legacy is altogether unimpressive.

A Clash Over a Promotion Puts Hegseth at Odds With His Generals

Suspicions about leaks and a mistrust of senior military officers have defined much of the defense secretary’s first six months on the job.

How Hulk Hogan Leg-Dropped the Digital Media Industry

His lawsuit over a leaked sex tape bankrupted Gawker Media — and helped inspire the American right’s ongoing war on the press.

Can My Boss Bring His ‘Situationship’ to Hang Out All Day at the Office?

Plus, what to do when someone’s taking a leisurely lunch in the pumping room.

Tehran Is at Risk of Running Out of Water Within Weeks

After a five-year drought and decades of mismanagement, a water crisis is battering Iran.

Removal of Castro and Guevara Statues Ignites Outcry in Mexico

The Cuban Revolution leaders joined forces in Mexico in 1955. A local mayor removed a memorial to them, drawing protests and condemnation from Mexico’s highest office.

He Read (at Least) 3,599 Books in His Lifetime. Now Anyone Can See His List.

After Dan Pelzer died this month at 92, his children uploaded the handwritten reading list to what-dan-read.com, hoping to inspire readers everywhere.

Saving for College Once Felt Essential. Some Parents Are Rethinking Their Plans.

Generations of parents have opened 529 plans to save for their children’s educations. Now some are reconsidering the value of college and looking into other options.

Want to Study Welding or Prepare for the Bar Exam? You Can Now Use a 529 Plan.

President Trump’s new policy law has broadened the uses of plans that were once primarily for saving for college. “They’ve become education savings accounts,” one expert said.

This Democrat Wants Cognitive Standards in Congress. Her Colleagues Disagree.

Representative Marie Gluesenkamp Perez says age-related cognitive decline among elected officials is a major issue for voters.

A Kennedy Toils in Mississippi, Tracing His Grandfather’s Path

Joe Kennedy III, the grandson of Senator Robert F. Kennedy, says there is work to do in red states. He also has a few things to say about his uncle, Robert F. Kennedy Jr.

Plastic Turf Fields Are Taking Over America

The debate over whether to install turf over grass fields has become a referendum on sports, health, the environment and the use of scarce public resources.

Can Sitting on My Fire Escape Result in Fines to My Landlord?

A violation will not likely be issued, but fire escapes must remain clear of obstructions and can be dangerous.

Big Freedia on the Gospel Music That Lifts Her Up

The New Orleans musician known for party-starting rapping chats about healing through song, and the TV, movies and boots that keep her stomping ahead.

The Rise of the Reality Star D.J.

In search of a new side hustle, numerous stars of reality television have branched out into music. Do they know what they’re doing?

Houston’s Astrodome Was a Vision of the Future. It’s Past Its Prime.

Once a wonder of the world, the storied but moldering stadium has long been part of life in Houston. Is it worth saving?

Harvard’s Powerful Leader Faces Intense Scrutiny in Trump Fight

As Harvard and the government negotiate to end a conflict with billions of dollars on the line, some ask whether Penny Pritzker, the head of the school’s governing board, should step down.

This Classical Pianist Has Reached the Mountaintop. No, Really.

The classical pianist Hunter Noack has embarked on an unusual journey, to take his music to natural landscapes well beyond the concert halls.

A Harrowing Tale of War, Told in One Long, Urgent Sentence

Daniel Kraus’s “Angel Down” follows a World War I private who encounters a celestial being on the battlefield.

Pumping Iron Is Their Secret to Aging Well

Greysteel, a gym outside Detroit, teaches barbell lifting for older people. Some are well into their 80s and 90s.

Drivers vs. Cyclists: A Battle for the Streets in Canada’s Largest City

Cyclists in Toronto are resisting a law that would have the city rip out miles of bike lanes, setting back efforts toward safer streets.

Coming Soon: Your Beautiful, Successful, Confident Life

For some believers in manifestation, vision boards have become a little like movie trailers, as brought to you by A.I.

Trump Says He Expects Quick Cease-Fire Between Thailand and Cambodia

President Trump said he had intervened to help stop the deadly strife, now in its third day, after it extended to provinces about 200 miles south of where clashes began.

Maddie, una sabueso que asombró en las redes por su gran equilibro, muere a los 14 años

Se le fotografió erguida y con aire imperturbable sobre vallas, coches, señales de tráfico y neumáticos, lo que le granjeó 1,2 millones de seguidores en Instagram.

El mundo tiene demasiado acero, pero nadie quiere dejar de fabricarlo

La producción de acero siempre ha ocupado un lugar destacado como símbolo de poder económico y prestigio, y constituye el tejido de la vida moderna.

How Midge Purce, the Soccer Star, Spends Her Day Training

Ms. Purce, a Gotham F.C. forward, begins her day with “Game of Thrones,” then hits the gym with her teammates and makes time for a little dress up.

A Judge Gave a One-Word Answer. It Torpedoed the Etan Patz Case.

After an appeals court overturned a conviction, prosecutors must decide whether to retry a man in the notorious 1979 child killing for a third time.

The Hidden Victims of New York’s Worsening Housing Crisis

Thousands of people don’t have stable housing, sleeping on floors and couches and packed into too-small bedrooms. But they are not considered to be homeless.

Spelling Bee Forum

Feeling stuck on today’s puzzle? We can help.

Trump’s Trip to Scotland Echoes an Earlier Visit, When He Applauded Brexit

Before his 2016 election, President Trump correctly predicted that the forces animating Brexit would go beyond the United Kingdom. But now most Britons say Brexit was a mistake.

Corrections: July 26, 2025

Corrections that appeared in print on Saturday, July 26, 2025.

Quote of the Day: Still Strange, Meme Stocks Are Back

Quotation of the Day for Saturday, July 26, 2025.

Venezuelan Youth Baseball Team, Denied Visas, Is Left Out of Tournament in U.S.

The team had apparently been swept up in the severe travel restrictions that President Trump has placed on more than a dozen countries.

‘Billy Joel: And So It Goes’: 5 Takeaways From the Film’s Conclusion

The HBO documentary about the singer and songwriter wrapped with a deep exploration of his tabloid troubles, creative process and decision to return to live performance.

Exploit Over Time

Adam Levav blinds us with science in a neat Saturday debut.

Las 36 que contraatacaron

Un grupo de mujeres mayas achís se unieron para llevar a juicio a sus agresores por crímenes contra la humanidad.

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.

Chuck Mangione, virtuoso del fliscorno y el jazz, muere a los 84 años

Con su característico sombrero de fieltro, logró gran popularidad y 14 nominaciones a los Grammy, ganando el premio en dos ocasiones, al tiempo que escalaba las listas de Billboard en los años 70 y 80.

Taiwan Recall Campaign Fizzles, in a Setback to Its President

An unprecedented vote to remove lawmakers from office could have handed President Lai Ching-te more power by ousting opponents. It didn’t.

2 Crew Members Are Hurt as Southwest Plane Plunges Abruptly After Takeoff

The sudden maneuver was made during a Friday flight out of California after two collision safety alerts sounded in the cockpit, causing the pilots to take evasive action, the airline said.

House Republicans Begin Uphill Effort to Sell Tax Law to Voters

With lawmakers out of Washington for a five-week summer recess, a field hearing in a swing state gave G.O.P. lawmakers a controlled environment for pitching a measure that polls show is unpopular.

Ocasio-Cortez Must Pay Another $2,700 for Met Gala Dress

Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez made a splash in 2021 with her “Tax the Rich” dress. Then the House Ethics Committee opened an investigation.

Un congresista republicano y uno demócrata se reunirán con Sheinbaum en México

La visita de los representantes Don Bacon, por Nebraska, y Ro Khanna, por California, tiene como objetivo calmar las tensiones propiciadas por el presidente Trump en materia de comercio y migración.

Federal Judge Dismisses Trump Administration’s Challenge of Illinois Sanctuary Measures

The Justice Department had sued the leaders of Illinois, Chicago and Cook County over policies that limit cooperation with federal immigration officials.

Mother Arrested in Connection With Deaths of Newborn Twins in the Bronx

Stephanie Castillo, the mother of the infant boys, according to a law enforcement official, was charged with murder. The twins were found behind an apartment building in 2020.

Election Officials Allege Possible Voter Fraud in Republican Primary

The New York City Board of Elections asked prosecutors to investigate potential ballot stuffing in a City Council race in southern Brooklyn.

Judge Demands Answers About Deal to Return MS-13 Gang Leaders to El Salvador

Federal prosecutors are seeking to drop narco-terrorism charges against a man they have alleged is one of the gang’s leaders.

Bipartisan Pair of House Members to Meet With Sheinbaum in Mexico

The visit by Representatives Don Bacon of Nebraska and Ro Khanna of California is aimed at tamping down tensions stoked by President Trump on trade and immigration.

After Ghislaine Maxwell Interview, Concerns Mount Over Possibility of Pardon

President Trump, asked whether he would consider pardoning her, said, “I’m allowed to do it, but it’s something I haven’t thought about.”

The White House Will Release $5.5 Billion for Schools

Also, scientists are trying to save the Great Barrier Reef with man-made clouds. Here’s the latest at the end of Friday.

Why Zelensky Backtracked on His Controversial Law

Facing growing pressure amid nationwide protests, President Volodymyr Zelensky of Ukraine backtracked on controversial legislation that would have weakened the country’s independent anticorruption institutions. Katrin Bennhold, a senior writer, and Marc Santora, an international news editor for The New York Times, explain the events that led to the reversal.

Nepal set import duties on electric vehicles much lower than those for gas-powered cars to bring the purchase cost down.

Rex White, Hailed as One of NASCAR’s Greatest Drivers, Dies at 95

He dealt with the aftereffects of polio to become a prolific winner in the Grand National Series (now the NASCAR Cup) in the 1950s and ’60s.

Ethics Panel Rebukes Congressman for Wife’s Stock Trade in Firm He Helped

The panel rebuked Representative Mike Kelly, Republican of Pennsylvania, for failing to prevent the appearance of self-dealing and then stonewalling its efforts to investigate.

Couple Whose Home Was Bursting With Illegal Sex Pills Are Sentenced

Eduard Yusupov and Diana Fuzailov sold supplements through their company, Love Potion Inc., that they claimed were natural. The authorities needed tractor-trailers to remove all of the pills.

New Reports on Russian Interference Don’t Show What Trump Says They Do

The administration’s claims are overblown, but newly declassified information provides some messy details about a January 2017 intelligence assessment of Moscow’s election interference.

Trump Administration Plans Changes to Skilled Worker Visas and Citizenship Tests

In an interview with The New York Times, the new director of U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services said the test to become a U.S. citizen was too easy.

Stream These 10 TV Shows and Movies Before They Leave Netflix in August

A lot of great titles are leaving for U.S. subscribers next month. See them while you can.

Outrage After Alabama 3-Year-Old Dies in Hot Car While in State’s Care

The boy, who was in foster care, was being transported between a supervised visit and day care, his aunt said. State lawmakers said they were seeking answers and the police were investigating.

White House Will Release $5.5 Billion for Schools, After Surprise Delay

The Trump administration had faced growing pressure from within his own party to release the money.

Project Veritas Withdraws Lawsuit Against The New York Times

The conservative group accused The Times of defamation over an article published in 2020.

Patrick Ryan, ‘Terror Priest’ Who Aided the I.R.A., Is Dead at 94

He funneled cash and weapons to the Irish Republican Army from Libya, and was involved in bombings that targeted Margaret Thatcher and others, killing scores of people.

The Senate, Once Insulated From Trump, Has Remade Itself in His Image

The president has had a consequential impact on the Republican membership of the Senate as resistors are replaced by devotees. Most incumbents, even those not inclined to, have fallen in line.

Controversial Interior Department Aide From DOGE to Leave Agency

Tyler Hassen, a former oil executive who had spent time on Elon Musk’s cost-cutting team, faced criticism because he had been given broad authority to make changes at the department.

9-Year-Old Girl Dies in Wave Pool at Hersheypark in Pennsylvania

Lifeguards noticed that the girl was in distress and tried to rescue her, according to the park, which said that the pool remained closed on Friday.

Behind Trump’s War With Powell: A Battering Ram With 3 Million Followers

The director of the Federal Housing Finance Agency has made the removal of the Fed chair his personal mission.

Flashback: Your Weekly History Quiz, July 26, 2025

Can you sort 8 historical events?

EE. UU. y México acuerdan detener el vertido de aguas residuales al río Tijuana

Las aguas residuales vertidas en el río que pasa por México y llega a California desbordan con frecuencia las plantas de tratamiento de ambos países. El problema ha empeorado en los últimos años.

‘Happy Gilmore 2’ Review: Back on the Green

A Netflix sequel to Adam Sandler’s hit 1996 film briefly recaptures the warm silliness of the original, before devolving into a lazy fever dream of cameos.

Gary Smith, TV Producer Who Put a Spotlight on Stars, Dies at 90

A multiple Emmy winner, he helped create sophisticated shows for the likes of Barbra Streisand, Elvis Presley, Mikhail Baryshnikov, Ben Vereen, Burt Bacharach and Bette Midler.

In London, the National Ballet of Japan Steps Onto the World Stage

Led by the former Royal Ballet principal Miyako Yoshida, the company made its British debut with “Giselle,” showing itself the equal of major international troupes.

Justice Dept. Officials File Suit, Saying They Were Dismissed Unlawfully

The lawsuit argues that employees who were fired for political reasons have no recourse, after President Trump neutralized a board that handles federal labor disputes.

Robert W. Fuller, Who Championed Dignity Over ‘Rankism,’ Dies at 88

He identified as a “citizen diplomat” and preached mutual respect because, he explained, “everybody is a somebody.”

Cleo Laine, Grammy-Winning Jazz Singer With a Broadway Turn, Dies at 97

A Briton with a smoky voice, she recorded albums across six decades, toured the world and acted in “Edwin Drood.”

Under Siege From Trump and Musk, a Top Liberal Group Falls Into Crisis

Scrambling to pay legal fees, Media Matters has dialed back its criticism, trimmed its staff and contemplated closing entirely.

Cómo un M&M detonó la búsqueda del maní perfecto

Con financiación del gigante de las golosinas Mars, unos científicos de la Universidad de Georgia están diseñando genéticamente un maní que pueda prosperar en un clima cambiante.

He Placated Regulators to Buy Paramount. But Can He Fix the Business?

Paramount’s cable business has cratered. The news division is in turmoil. A.I. is coming for movies. And those are just the obvious challenges facing David Ellison as he takes control.

Citing New Rules, Meta Says It Will End Political Ads in E.U.

Meta said political advertising would end in October, citing a forthcoming E.U. regulation that it said presented “unworkable requirements.”

U.S. and Mexico Sign Deal to Stop Sewage Release Into Tijuana River

The agreement addresses a longstanding problem that has sickened people in both countries.

¿Cae mejor el pan de Europa?

Si has notado que ciertos productos de panadería son más tolerables en el extranjero, puede que no todo esté en tu cabeza.

U.S. Conducts Rare Raid in Syria, Killing a Senior Islamic State Leader

The military gave few details on the ground operation, but counterterrorism raids have typically involved helicopter-borne Special Operations commandos.

Israel to Allow Humanitarian Airdrops Over Gaza

Jordan and the United Arab Emirates were expected to begin airdrops in the coming days, but experts warned that the bulk of necessary aid could come only by land.

Un nuevo campo de golf y viejos rencores esperan a Trump en Escocia

Muchos escoceses se niegan a hacer las paces con Trump o con sus complejos de golf, incluso después de que el mandatario profundizó su inversión en la tierra donde nació su madre.

Macron Recognizes a Palestinian State. But to What End?

The French president, expressing a moral obligation to address suffering in Gaza, made clear he had lost patience with the United States and Israel. The question is what effect he will have.

An Art Hub Surrounded by Fjords and Forests

Four insiders share their favorite things in Trondheim, Norway, including a waterfront sauna, a hidden beach hotel and a world-class orchestra.

Make Better Burgers

Kenji López-Alt shares four smart tricks and three new recipes for smash burgers, diner-style burgers and backyard burgers.

Five International Movies to Stream Now

Intriguing dramas in rural settings dominate this month’s picks.

Shame and Humiliation at a Coldplay Show

Readers respond to an essay about the exposure of an affair at a Coldplay concert. Also: Black and proud; stories of illness.

Always Late? Blame Your Time Personality.

Some people are punctual, others flexible. The reason, experts say, is that we relate to the clock in different ways.

Watch Joaquin Phoenix and Pedro Pascal Fight to Katy Perry in ‘Eddington’

The writer and director Ari Aster narrates a sequence that features Perry’s pop song “Firework.”

‘Eddington’ | Anatomy of a Scene

The writer and director Ari Aster narrates a sequence from his film featuring Joaquin Phoenix and Pedro Pascal.