Thursday Briefing: A Judge’s Pushback Against Trump

Plus, a look at the Grand Egyptian Museum.

South Korea Hopes Shipbuilding Will Give It an Edge in Trade Talks

As it faces the possibility of a 25 percent tariff on its exports, South Korea has taken notice of President Trump’s stated goal to revive U.S. shipbuilding.

Europe Seeks a Direct Line to Trump, Skeptical That Aides Speak for Him

Despite Europe’s size, economic might and longstanding alliances with Washington, Trump officials have made clear it is not a priority, European officials say.

China Wants Countries to Unite Against Trump, but Is Met With Wariness

Beijing is using a mix of carrots and sticks to try to prevent other countries from siding with the United States in isolating China.

Quote of the Day: It Challenged Autocrats. Trump Wants to Silence It.

Quotation of the Day for Thursday, April 17, 2025.

I.R.S. Is Said to Be Considering Whether to Revoke Harvard’s Tax-Exempt Status

The move would be a major escalation of the Trump administration’s attempts to choke off federal money and support for the leading research university.

Review: Caryl Churchill Times Four Makes an Infinity of Worlds

“Glass. Kill. What If If Only. Imp,” a new collection of one-acts by the great British playwright, is a cause for celebration, wonderment and grief.

Bit of Ballet Wear

Ilan and Shimon Kolkowitz give us good advice as they make their New York Times Crossword debut.

Power Outage in Puerto Rico Leaves Train Passengers Stranded

The passengers had to evacuate onto the overpass where their train lost power. More than 1.4 million customers on the island lost power.

A Columbia Activist Sought Middle Ground on Gaza. The U.S. Detained Him.

Mohsen Mahdawi was arrested at a citizenship interview in Vermont. He had spent a decade trying to understand the conflict that shaped his life, his supporters say.

Trump Names Interim U.S. Attorney for Manhattan, Bypassing Schumer

Senator Chuck Schumer had said he would block the permanent appointment of Jay Clayton, the president’s choice to head one of the nation’s most prestigious prosecutor’s offices.

Mother of Woman Killed by Immigrant Speaks at White House Briefing

The appearance by Patty Morin came as a federal judge threatened the Trump administration with a contempt-of-court investigation over its deportation flights to El Salvador.

3 Drown After Boat Crash During Fishing Tournament in Alabama

The men were thrown overboard when two boats collided in Lewis Smith Lake on Wednesday morning, the authorities said.

Un senador por Maryland no logra reunirse con un inmigrante deportado por error a El Salvador

Aunque la Corte Suprema ordenó al gobierno estadounidense que facilite el regreso de Kilmar Armando Abrego Garcia, hasta ahora tanto las autoridades estadounidenses como las salvadoreñas se han negado a hacerlo.

Here’s what happened on Wednesday.

What Is Happening With Fyre Festival 2?

After weeks of confusion, the organizers of the event have scrapped its location once again.

Trump Administration Halts Building of Giant Wind Farm Off N.Y. Coast

Gov. Kathy Hochul quickly responded that she would “fight this decision every step of the way.”

Space Travel and Tuberculosis Research Are Hit by Trump’s Harvard Cuts

Researchers who have lost funds warned of long-term repercussions, but several said their school should still refuse to comply with the federal government.

Trump Waved Off Israeli Strike After Divisions Emerged in His Administration

Israel developed plans for attacking Iranian nuclear facilities that would have required U.S. assistance. But some administration officials had doubts.

School Shooting Suspect Slipped Past Security via Unsecured Door, Police Say

Five students were wounded in the shooting at Wilmer-Hutchins High School in Dallas, the second one there in just over a year, the authorities said.

Trump’s Threats Force Institutions to Choose: Cut a Deal or Fight Back

In a hint of a shift in strategy, some of the country’s most powerful institutions have started choosing to resist.

Iran Says Shifting U.S. Messages on Nuclear Talks Are ‘Not Helpful’

But Iran’s foreign minister said Tehran planned to participate “calmly and coolly” in the negotiations. Both sides will meet in Rome on Saturday for a second round, Iran’s Foreign Ministry said.

Astronomers Detect a Possible Signature of Life on a Distant Planet

Further studies are needed to determine whether K2-18b, which orbits a star 120 light-years away, is inhabited, or even habitable.

Trump Is Relying More on Tattoos to Identify Gang Members. Experts Say That’s Unreliable.

The administration appears to be using little more than body art to deport people that it says are members of Tren de Aragua, a move that critics say ignores decades of protocol.

Michelle Trachtenberg, ‘Buffy’ Actress, Died From Complications of Diabetes

The New York City medical examiner’s office determined the cause and manner of her death after reviewing toxicology test results, a spokeswoman said.

By Redefining ‘Harm,’ Agencies Aim to End Longstanding Wildlife Protections

Trump officials have proposed changing a decades-old interpretation of a key word in the Endangered Species Act, which would make it much easier to log, build or drill for oil.

The Next Phase of DOGE

A new “gold card” visa reveals how Elon Musk’s group has seemingly expanded its functional power.

Tim Mohr, Berlin D.J. Turned Award-Winning Translator, Dies at 55

An American who had lived abroad, he sought out books by up-and-coming German writers, while ghostwriting memoirs for rock stars like Paul Stanley.

L.A.’s Schools Chief Knows What It’s Like to Be Undocumented

A visit by federal agents to two elementary schools drew an angry, impassioned response from the superintendent, Alberto Carvalho, a Portuguese immigrant.

Climate Change Is Stressing the World’s Blood Supplies

Extreme weather disasters, increasing as the planet warms, can curb blood donations while increasing demand, a new analysis found.

3 People Believed to Have Drowned in Missouri River

The three, an 11-year-old girl and two 18-year-olds, went into the water after fishing on Tuesday evening, fire officials in Nebraska said.

A Bridal Collection From Rihanna Teases Fans Yet Again

Savage x Fenty’s new collection is the latest entry on a list of times the singer and her partner, ASAP Rocky, have alluded to being engaged.

Leading Nutrition Scientist Departs N.I.H., Citing Censorship

Kevin Hall said his work on ultraprocessed foods has been “hobbled” under the Trump administration. Scientists have been raising such concerns for months.

Countries Agree on Treaty Aimed at Preventing Global Health Crises

The World Health Organization finally reached a compromise on a pandemic treaty after three years of talks. The United States withdrew from negotiations after President Trump took office.

A senator says a Salvadoran official cited U.S. payment as the reason for not releasing a wrongly deported man.

The White House has said it is paying El Salvador $6 million to hold its detainees. It has not said whether that sum covers the cost of holding the deported Salvadoran.

A Judge Threatened to Hold Trump Officials in Contempt

Also, Americans are being cut off from cheaper obesity drugs. Here’s the latest at the end of Wednesday.

Adams’s Legal Debt Rises to $3 Million as Donors Fade Away

The federal charges against Mayor Eric Adams were dropped. Now he owes millions in legal expenses and must navigate a complex relationship with President Trump.

Finding 314 Things the Government Might Know About You

Two reporters spent over a month compiling and analyzing information about the reams of data the U.S. government collects about Americans.

Ex-N.Y.P.D. Detective Gets 18 Months for Stalking Man on China’s Behalf

Michael McMahon was convicted in 2023 of acting as an unregistered foreign agent, stalking and conspiracy. His case was among several in Brooklyn linked to Chinese repression.

Thursday Briefing: A Judge’s Pushback Against Trump

Plus, a look at the Grand Egyptian Museum.

It’s Time to Protect America From America’s President

Trump’s authoritarian actions are vandalizing the American project.

Ontario Premier Orders Review of Major Toronto Waterfront Lease

Doug Ford said he had asked his government to look into the contract that granted a 95-year lease to a European wellness company after a New York Times investigation into the deal.

The A.P. Says White House Is Defying Court Order to Restore Its Access

The wire service on Wednesday accused The White House of continuing to bar its reporters from the press pool despite a judge’s order that called the restriction a violation of the First Amendment.

Por qué Harvard decidió luchar contra Trump

El gobierno de EE. UU. congelará más de 2000 millones de dólares en fondos federales porque Harvard se negó a cumplir una lista de exigencias. Las autoridades de la universidad consideraron que valía la pena el riesgo.

Kennedy Calls Autism ‘Preventable,’ Drawing Ire From Researchers

The health secretary said he would prioritize studies into environmental causes while harshly discounting other factors scientists say are likely contributing to rising rates of the condition.

Facing Confirmation Fight, Trump-Allied Prosecutor Hires ‘Smashmouth Politician’

Ed Martin, the interim U.S. attorney in Washington criticized for using his office to target President Trump’s critics, has enlisted the longtime Trump ally Michael R. Caputo as an adviser.

Adams Cancels Preschool Cuts as Child Care Emerges as Election Issue

Mayor Eric Adams reversed $167 million in cuts to preschool programs, as some of his rivals in the competitive New York City mayor’s race criticize him for doing too little to help families.

Andrew A. Beveridge, Who Found the Unexpected in Census Data, Dies at 79

With his own research group and as a professor at Queens College, he plumbed raw data for often-surprising insights about the way the country was changing.

Trump Administration Directs Judges to Deny Asylum Without Hearings

A directive from the Justice Department, which says the move is intended to reduce a backlog in immigration court, would result in rapid deportation orders in many cases.

Trump Administration Announces Lawsuit Against Maine

Attorney General Pam Bondi announced the Trump administration’s plan to sue Maine over policies that allow some transgender athletes to compete in women’s sports.

Russia Arrests Former Governor of Ukraine-Occupied Region

Aleksei B. Smirnov, together with his deputy and other accomplices, was accused of embezzling money earmarked for building defenses that failed to prevent a Ukrainian attack in Kursk.

It’s Not Hard to Imagine a Chinese-Led Global Economy

It has simmering problems of its own, but China is ready to take center stage.

In Grueling Ranger Competition, Gender Proves No Obstacle

A female Army Ranger, in a first, competed in one of the military’s toughest tests of physical fitness. She bested many of her opponents.

El equipo de Musk prepara un sistema para vender una ‘visa dorada’ para EE. UU.

El proyecto representa una especie de cambio en la misión de la iniciativa de Elon Musk, que pasa de reducir los costos del gobierno a un nuevo objetivo de generar ingresos.

‘Massive Blackout’ Leaves All of Puerto Rico Without Power

It was not immediately clear why every generating plant on the island went offline Wednesday. Puerto Rico has a history of problems with its electricity supply.

Trump Official Scrutinizes N.Y.’s Attorney General Over Real Estate

The head of a U.S. housing agency told prosecutors that Letitia James appeared to have falsified real estate records, a move that could be the start of an investigation of a key Trump adversary.

The Mine Is American. The Minerals Are China’s.

A Brazilian rare earths mine backed by American investors illustrates China’s grip over the strategic minerals that underpin the modern economy.

How We Can Help Stop Reckless Drivers From Killing Pedestrians

New York’s red-light and speed camera data tell us something urgent: A minority of bad drivers persistently engage in aberrant behavior. There’s a fix.

Expresidente de Perú y ex primera dama son condenados a prisión. Ella huye del país

El exmandatario Ollanta Humala y su esposa, Nadine Heredia, fueron condenados el martes a 15 años de prisión por lavado de activos. Brasil le concedió asilo diplomático a ella, según las autoridades.

Songs for Situationships, Movies for the Middle Seat and More: The Winners of Our ‘My List’ Contest

Entertain and inform yourself with these teen-curated lists that suggest TV, film, books, music, art and dance to enjoy — or to avoid.

Two-Student Team Stuns the Competition at U.S. Constitution Contest

Matthew Meyers and Colin Williams of Oregon won first place at the national U.S. Constitution Team competition. Then came the recount that threatened to unravel their achievement.

Read Judge Boasberg’s Ruling

A federal judge in Washington said the Trump administration had shown a “willful disregard” for his order to halt deportations under the Alien Enemies Act.

Weather Service Prepares for ‘Degraded Operations’ Amid Trump Cuts

An internal document describes how severe shortages of meteorologists and other staff members could affect forecasts and other operations.

Stefanik, a Trump Ally, Might Run Against Gov. Hochul Next Year

Representative Elise Stefanik, a six-term congresswoman, has talked with Republicans about a 2026 bid for governor of New York.

Sanders and Ocasio-Cortez Electrify Democrats Who Want to Fight Trump

Bernie Sanders and his apparent heir, Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, have drawn enormous crowds on their “Fighting Oligarchy” tour, energizing a beaten-down Democratic Party.

U.S. Pastor Kidnapped in South Africa Is Rescued After Police Shootout

Three suspects were killed as the police moved in on a safe house where the pastor from Tennessee was being held.

Seth Rogen’s Trump Jokes Are Edited Out of Awards Broadcast

While presenting an award at the Breakthrough Prize ceremony this month, Mr. Rogen said President Trump had “single-handedly destroyed all of American science.”

Man Upset With Girlfriend When He Sent Bomb Threat to a Cruise Gets 8 Months

The Michigan man emailed to say “someone might have a bomb” when his girlfriend went on a Caribbean cruise with her family, leaving him to care for their pets, according to court filings.

OpenAI Unveils Technology That Can ‘Reason’ With Images

The company also introduced a new tool that helps computer programmers use chatbots when writing code.

Washington Takes Aim at DeepSeek and Its American Chip Supplier, Nvidia

China’s success in artificial intelligence has the Trump administration and lawmakers weighing rules and investigations to slow Beijing’s progress in the industry.

Peru’s Former First Lady Flees as She and Ex-President Are Sentenced to Prison

Former President Ollanta Humala and his wife, Nadine Heredia, were sentenced on Tuesday to 15 years in prison for money laundering. Brazil granted her diplomatic asylum, officials said.

2 Guards Charged With Murder in Beating Death of Prisoner in New York

In all, 10 officers were charged in connection with the vicious beating of Messiah Nantwi, 22, at the Mid-State Correctional Facility, which left him bloodied and unrecognizable.

Fed Chair Lays Out Game Plan in Case of High Inflation and Slower Growth

Jerome H. Powell warned that President Trump’s tariffs could lead to a “challenging scenario” for the central bank.

Doubts About Trump’s Pitch to Jews

Responses to a guest essay by Michael S. Roth, the president of Wesleyan University. Also: Older workers and brain health; cattle and pain.

Matthew Meyers and Colin Williams celebrate advancing to the final round of the We the People: The Citizen and the Constitution National Finals.

Judge Threatens Contempt Proceedings Over Deportation Flights to El Salvador

The move was a remarkable attempt by a jurist to hold the White House accountable for its apparent willingness to flout court orders.

Leo Beenhakker, Winning Soccer Coach Without Borders, Dies at 82

Among many other accomplishments, he led tiny Trinidad and Tobago to the World Cup and Poland to its first appearance in the European championships.

How to Throw Your Own Birthday Party

The chef Karina Garcia of the New York restaurant Cocina Consuelo celebrated by cooking for family and friends, and even making her own cake.

Trump Aides Close State Dept. Office on Foreign Disinformation

Secretary of State Marco Rubio put about 40 employees on leave who had tracked disinformation by China, Russia, Iran and terrorist groups.

Latvia Exits Land Mine Convention Amid Fears of Russian Aggression

The government, along with two other Baltic nations and Poland, agreed last month to quit the 1997 accord that prohibits from using anti-personnel mines. Russia’s invasion of Ukraine was cited as a key reason.

What Harvard Has Set the Stage For

The university’s willingness to stand up to the Trump administration can be a model.

Trump Administration Sues Maine in Standoff Over Transgender Athletes

The lawsuit came just days after the administration threatened to cut off funding to the state’s public schools and lunch programs through grants from the Education and Agriculture Departments.

2 Judges Order Federal Agencies to Unfreeze Climate Money

The rulings are setbacks to Trump’s efforts to halt climate and environmental funding approved under the Biden administration.

Court Scraps $8 Credit Card Late Fee Limit, at Consumer Bureau’s Request

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau switched sides and backed a federal lawsuit by banks and business groups seeking to eliminate a fee cap the bureau set last year.

Is This Show a Big Watch Ad?

“Your Friends & Neighbors” strives to comment on the vacuousness of wealth while simultaneously glorifying the spoils of being really, really rich.

Tiny Love Stories: ‘Young, Headstrong and Wrong’

Modern Love in miniature, featuring reader-submitted stories of no more than 100 words.

‘Government Cheese’ Review: Moving on Up, to the Surreal Side

The comedy, starring David Oyelowo, straddles a border between the pioneering Black sitcoms of the 1970s and dreamy modern dramedies like “Lodge 49.”

Musk’s Team Is Building a System to Sell ‘Gold Card’ Immigrant Visas

The project represents something of a shift in mission for Elon Musk’s initiative, from cutting government costs toward a new goal of generating revenue.

El Tribunal Supremo británico dice que las mujeres trans no son legalmente mujeres

El máximo tribunal del Reino Unido dictaminó que la palabra “mujer” se refiere al sexo biológico según la Ley de Igualdad del país, lo cual representa un golpe para los activistas de los derechos de las personas trans.

Is It Wrong to Remove a Card From Monopoly?

The magazine’s Ethicist columnist on altering board games to teach children ethical behavior.

Palliative Care Doctor Is Charged With Serial Murder of 15 Patients in Germany

The Berlin doctor, who was not named because of privacy laws, is also accused of setting fire to some of the patients’ homes to hide evidence.

El Departamento de Estado de EE. UU. amplía los planes de cerrar embajadas y consulados

Un memorándum describe la reducción de la presencia diplomática estadounidense en todos los continentes.

Man Who Set Fire to Shapiro’s Mansion Cited Treatment of Palestinians, Police Say

The suspect charged in the attack on the Pennsylvania governor’s residence said he was seeking to “stop having my friends killed,” according to a police search warrant.

Las acciones caen ante el repliegue de los inversores tecnológicos

Los mercados bursátiles pierden terreno ante nuevos indicios de que la guerra comercial de Trump podría afectar a algunas de las mayores empresas tecnológicas del mundo.

W.T.O. Projects Sharp Pullback in Global Trade, Citing Trump’s Tariffs

The World Trade Organization warned that tariffs would push down both U.S. exports and imports and that trade wars could put poorer countries at risk.

The Concert Cold War in a Quiet Enclave

Designed to be an idyllic neighborhood more than a century ago, Forest Hills Gardens is now a hub for music — and noise complaints.

At Meta Trial, Sheryl Sandberg Defends Tactics With Rivals

The former chief operating officer took the stand in a landmark antitrust trial accusing Meta of quashing competition through acquisitions.

‘Absolutely Delicious! 6 Stars Would Not Be Enough.’

Readers love this Korean fried chicken recipe, and so do I.

They Sell Party Supplies on Amazon. New Tariffs Threaten Their Future.

An Illinois couple who sell party supplies on Amazon have been frantically trying to understand and adapt to new costs caused by President Trump’s tariffs.

Patients Cut Off From Cheaper Obesity Drugs as the F.D.A. Halts Sales of Copycats

U.S. regulators are trying to shut down the industry for compounded weight-loss drugs, which could result in higher costs or suspend treatment for patients.

Pope Francis Thanks Doctors and Nurses for His Recovery

Although the pontiff has begun meeting with more people, he remains frail and will not lead important Easter events, the Vatican announced.

Will Americans Eat a $100 Tariff on Shein Packages?

The Trump administration’s plan to add steep fees to packages from China will deal a blow to Temu, Shein and some TikTok Shop sellers, worrying American consumers.

Law Firms Made Deals With Trump. Now He Wants More From Them.

To avoid retribution, big firms agreed to provide free legal services for uncontroversial causes. To the White House, that could mean negotiating trade deals — or even defending the president and his allies.

Sudanese Paramilitary Group Declares Parallel Government as 400,000 Flee Offensive

The United Nations said that at least 300 people were killed when the armed group, the Rapid Support Forces, stormed a camp in Darfur.

Maryland Senator Unable to Secure Meeting With Deported Immigrant in El Salvador

Senator Chris Van Hollen, a Democrat, said he had not yet been allowed to see Kilmar Armando Abrego Garcia, a Salvadoran immigrant who was mistakenly deported by the Trump administration and imprisoned.

How China Took Over the World’s Rare Earths Industry

China seized mines and built factories. Japan took note and invested in Australia. But the United States did little despite concerns about control of supplies.

Unions Form Pro Bono Legal Network for Federal Workers Targeted by Trump

Organized labor has taken a leading role in challenging the Trump administration’s downsizing agenda in court. A new service will offer more individualized representation.

Say Goodbye to Your Kid’s Imaginary Friend

We waited too long to make laws around social media. A.I. has similar problems.

How Do I Tell My Old Friend That His New Partner Is a Dud?

A reader is struggling to reconcile a friend’s partner’s fussy diet and aversion to walking with a planned gastronomic tour of Europe.

Inside a New York City Museum: Flirting, Fund-Raising and Fraud

Heather McGowan’s novel “Friends of the Museum” takes place over a single, chaotic day in the lead-up to a Met-inspired costume gala.

Why Europe Is Less Panicked About the Stock Market

Europeans tend to keep more of their money in cash, gaining some protection from the recent market volatility. But President Trump’s tariffs will have an effect, experts said.

Trump says he will attend tariff talks with Japan’s negotiator.

Russia Jails 4 Journalists for Working With Navalny’s Organization

The case highlighted the perils of independent journalism amid an intensified Kremlin crackdown on freedom of expression.

Israel Threatens Further Escalation in Gaza War

The United Nations warned that the humanitarian situation in Gaza was likely at its worst since the conflict began and that the population was again on the brink of famine.

Bukele es una pieza importante en las deportaciones del gobierno de Trump

Los expertos afirman que el presidente Nayib Bukele tiene el poder pero no el interés de devolver a un hombre deportado de Maryland a El Salvador por error.

El Salvador’s Hard-Line Leader Is Linchpin in Trump’s Deportation Plans

Experts say President Nayib Bukele has the power but not the interest to return a man deported from Maryland to El Salvador in error.

California Is Taking Trump to Court to Stop His Tariffs

State officials argue in a lawsuit that the U.S. Constitution expressly gives the authority to impose tariffs to Congress.

The Chipmakers Caught in the Trade War Crossfire

Nvidia and others are the latest casualties of escalating tensions between Washington and Beijing, as analysts press business leaders about the tariffs fallout.

Betsy Arakawa buscó en internet síntomas parecidos a la gripe antes de su fallecimiento

Los registros policiales muestran las búsquedas de Arakawa en Google antes de su muerte. El 10 de febrero buscó ‘¿la covid puede causar mareos?’ y ‘gripe y hemorragias nasales’.

Judges’ Dilemma

Trump administration lawyers are saying some astonishing things in court, creating a conundrum for the judiciary.

Trump Trashed the Iran Nuclear Deal. Will His Be Any Better?

President Trump mocked President Barack Obama’s agreement with Iran, then revoked it. Now he’s trying to negotiate his own.

The Impact of the L.A. Fires Was Felt Far From the Burn Zone, Poll Shows

The new U.C.L.A. survey found that many adults in Los Angeles County had lost jobs or incomes to the fires, or knew someone who had been personally affected by the disaster.

Wordle Review No. 1,398

Scroll down for hints and conversation about the puzzle for Thursday, April 17, 2025.

Deportation Fight Escalates, and America’s New Meth Crisis

Plus, “The Great Moose Migration.”

Connections Companion No. 676

Scroll down for hints and conversation about the puzzle for Thursday, April 17, 2025.

Canada Reschedules Political Debate That Conflicted With a Hockey Game

A big game, but still.

Greg Grandin recupera el humanismo latinoamericano en su nuevo libro de historia

En “America, América”, el historiador muestra cómo, a lo largo de cinco siglos, América del norte y América del sur se han moldeado mutuamente mediante la guerra, la conquista, la competencia y la cooperación.

Así ha evolucionado la metanfetamina y su consumo

Esta droga altamente adictiva, fabricada casi exclusivamente por los cárteles mexicanos, es más peligrosa que nunca. Su consumo se ha disparado en todo EE. UU. A diferencia del fentanilo, no hay medicamentos para revertir rápidamente una sobredosis de metanfetamina.

U.K. Top Court Says Trans Women Are Not Legally Women Under Equality Act

Britain’s Supreme Court ruled that the word “woman” refers to biological sex under the country’s anti-discrimination law, in a blow to trans rights activists.

Do You Like Old Movies?

An Opinion writer argues that younger people are missing out on Hollywood classics like “Singin’ in the Rain” and “Casablanca.” Is his case convincing?

Olivia Munn’s 5 Favorite Places in Tokyo

The actress, who stars in the new Apple TV+ series “Your Friends & Neighbors,” guides a treasure hunt though the city where she spent much of her childhood.

$275,000 Homes in New Jersey, Louisiana and Arkansas

A rowhouse in Bordentown, a cottage in New Orleans and a Craftsman bungalow in Little Rock.

Gen X? More Like Gen Sex.

At 46, Mireille Silcoff divorced her partner of 21 years, and went on to have more sex and better sex than she’d ever had before. She soon realized she wasn’t the only woman her age in the midst of a sexual renaissance.

Its Journalism Challenged Autocrats. Trump Wants to Silence It.

Journalists at Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty who have been imprisoned for their work are dismayed by the effort to close the outlet.

Tariff Confusion Leaves Advertisers ‘Paralyzed’ and ‘Somber’

Hundreds of billions of marketing dollars are in flux as companies struggle to plan. For some sectors, the timing “couldn’t be worse.”

A Bold New History Highlights Latin America’s Humanist Ideals

A new book by the Pulitzer Prize-winning historian Greg Grandin offers a fresh account of the region as an incubator of internationalism and commitment to the common good.

Michael B. Jordan, Ryan Coogler and a Dozen Years of Collaborations

The star and the director of “Sinners” have risen in parallel since first working together over a decade ago. In a joint interview, they explain their connection.

How the White House Press Briefing Is Changing

The Trump administration is considering taking control of the seating in the White House press briefing room from the independent White House Correspondents’ Association. Ashley Wu, a graphics reporter for The New York Times, explains why this matters and notes how questions at the briefings have already started to change.

This Is What Trumponomics Is Really About

Why an effort to reindustrialize America is likely to fail.

Why the White House Started Making Deportation Cartoons

The Trump administration hasn’t yet delivered huge deportation numbers — but it is using the internet to provide regular deportation spectacles.

An Audacious Novelist, Ahead of Her Time, Is Now Getting Her Due

Nettie Jones made a splash in 1984 with her shockingly erotic novel “Fish Tales,” then fell into obscurity. A new edition has put her back in the spotlight.

America, This Is an Old and Brutal Tyranny

Kilmar Armando Abrego Garcia should not be in prison. Especially not in El Salvador.

Por qué un legislador ucraniano busca legalizar la pornografía

Ucrania obtiene ingresos fiscales de los creadores de contenidos pornográficos, pero también amenaza con procesarlos. Un proyecto de ley pretende solucionar lo que muchos consideran una contradicción.

Not Just ‘Rare Earths’: U.S. Gets Many Critical Minerals From China

Beijing’s ban on exporting six valuable minerals highlights America’s reliance on China for many raw materials that Washington has designated “critical.”

I’m a Columbia Professor. Here’s the Really Disheartening Part of This Mess.

Where were these voices when the university was under assault from the Trump administration?

Magical Thinking About a Miracle Mineral

Quick, everyone! Talk about fluoride, not measles!

In Mating Season, a Wild Turkey’s Thoughts Turn to Manhattan

Astoria arrived on the East Side and spent the night on someone’s balcony. She had followed a similar pattern last spring before returning to her regular home on Roosevelt Island.

‘The Voyeurs,’ ‘Cyrano’ and More Streaming Gems

Exciting new riffs on 1990s genre movies are among the highlights of this month’s recommendations on your subscription streaming services.

Italy’s Meloni Heads to D.C. Will Her Relationship With Trump Pay Off for Europe?

The stakes are high as Giorgia Meloni, a conservative who shares some of Mr. Trump’s nationalist ideology, meets with him on Thursday as his trade war has frayed nerves worldwide.

La dependencia de México en el gas natural de EE. UU. es su talón de Aquiles ante Trump

Una interrupción de los envíos de gas natural estadounidense, incluso durante un breve periodo, podría causar mayores estragos económicos que los aranceles en el país, advierten los estrategas de energía.

Faces From a Meth Surge

The devastating stimulant has been hitting Portland, Maine hard, even competing with fentanyl as the street drug of choice. Although a fentanyl overdose can be reversed with Narcan, no medicine can reverse a meth overdose. Nor has any been approved to treat meth addiction.Unlike fentanyl, which sedates users, meth can make people anxious and violent. Its effects can overwhelm not just users but community residents and emergency responders.Here are voices from one troubled neighborhood.

The World’s Most Anticipated Museum Is Finally Open. (Well, Mostly.)

The Grand Egyptian Museum, outside Cairo, has been delayed by revolutions, wars, financial crises and a pandemic. At long last, here’s a look inside.

A Wellness Company With False Claims, Global Aims and a Toronto Island

A Times investigation shows Therme, a European firm, exaggerated its track record in securing a deal with Ontario, and government auditors found that the process had been unfair and opaque.

Mexico’s Achilles’ Heel as It Faces Trump? Reliance on One U.S. Fuel

Mexico’s imports of U.S. natural gas are surging, kindling fears that the Trump administration could weaponize this trade.

A Chicken à la King That’s Actually Fit for a King

The midcentury classic is still relevant — even worth celebrating — today.

Joan Chen: Exacting Artist, Cool Mom

The acclaimed actress and filmmaker is having a career renaissance playing dynamic mother roles in indie films, including in the new version of “The Wedding Banquet.”

‘Now You’re Dead’: Freed Hostage Recounts Captivity in Gaza

Keith Siegel, who spent 484 days as a hostage, described the physical and psychological distress he endured, in an interview with The New York Times.

In Toronto, Waterfront Development Is the End of an Era

Generations of visitors have loved the little island complex called Ontario Place in downtown Toronto. It’s about to change forever.

A Scrappy Pop-Up Restaurant Shuttles From Coast to Coast

Sal’s Place, an under-the-radar spot under a tent in Los Angeles, started on Cape Cod and moves back there every summer.

What’s So Funny About These Albums?

Jordan Firstman, Mae Martin, Cat Cohen and Kyle Mooney have joined a long list of comedians who make music, with songs that are vehicles for bits and earnestness.

Kids, Inc.

A pair of documentaries are calling attention to the dangers of child influencer content. But regulation can be difficult in an industry that blurs the line between work and home.

Where the Precious Things Are: Maurice Sendak’s Art Collection to Be Auctioned

From erotic drawings to Mickey Mouse on a motorcycle, works in the author’s home nurtured his creativity. They’ll star at Christie’s June sales.

He’s in Love With His Best Friend, but Does His Friend Love Him Back?

In Sean Hewitt’s novel, “Open, Heaven,” two isolated boys develop an intense, undefined relationship.

What to Know About Today’s Meth

The highly addictive drug, manufactured almost exclusively by Mexican cartels, is more dangerous than ever. Its use has been surging across the country. Unlike fentanyl, there are no medicines that can swiftly reverse a meth overdose and none approved to treat meth addiction.

I Didn’t Like Lifting Until I Tried These Simple Tricks

My gym routine may not be the best for building muscle, but it’s helped me build a habit.

Tucson, Ariz.: Western Skies and Competitive Home Prices

A city celebrated for its food scene also provides hiking, cycling and stargazing in the natural beauty of the desert.

As Fentanyl Deaths Slow, Meth Comes for Maine

A powerful stimulant that keeps users sleepless for days and can ignite psychosis and violence has been rattling Portland and its safety networks.

Late Night Revels in Harvard’s Rejection of Trump’s Demand

“I don’t usually root for Harvard, because they’re Harvard. They’ve got everything. It’s like rooting for Jeff Bezos to win the lottery,” Ronny Chieng said on “The Daily Show.”

Congresswoman and Allies Endorse 3 Mayoral Candidates to Stop Cuomo

Nydia Velázquez and six other Democrats framed the endorsements of Adrienne Adams, Brad Lander and Zohran Mamdani as a way of electing a “steady hand” to lead New York City.

Fur Coat

Real fur is back in fashion after being taboo for years. Do you think it’s OK to wear?

How a Reporter Stopped Worrying and Learned to Love Steak Fries

A culinary mystery and a change in perspective on the classic dish.

Hunting the Wild Mushrooms of New York City

There are thousands of species of fungus in the city, with names like American dyeball, dingy twiglet and devil’s dipstick. Some even glow in the dark.

Spelling Bee Forum

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

Palabra del día: ‘soporific’

Esta palabra ha aparecido en 14 artículos en NYTimes.com en el último año. ¿Puedes usarla en una frase?

Word of the Day: soporific

This word has appeared in 14 articles on NYTimes.com in the past year. Can you use it in a sentence?

Stocks Fall as Powell Sees Tariff Challenges and Tech Pulls Back

Semiconductor stocks fell after the Trump administration blocked companies from selling certain chips to China without a license.

I Trained at an Amazon Center in Hangzhou. You’d Be Surprised What They Think of Trump.

China’s e-commerce ecosystem illustrates how Trump’s tariffs only strengthen that country’s hand.

Wednesday Briefing: A Trump-Harvard Showdown

Plus, a fight over Van Gogh’s roots.

A U.S.-China Trade War With Students and Tourists as Potential Pawns

With travel warnings and revoked visas, the two superpowers locked in a bruising trade war may make students and tourists their bargaining chips.

Trump Joins Japan Trade Talks, Says ‘Big Progress’ Made

For his first face-to-face talks on tariffs, the president chose Japan, a U.S. ally that decades ago stirred his anger over the unequal balance of trade and his penchant for tariffs.

Schumer Moves to Block Trump Picks for Two Key Prosecutor Positions

An arcane Senate tradition effectively gives senators veto power over nominees for U.S. attorney in their home states, providing Democrats a potential opening to stop President Trump’s picks.

Trump Has Threatened Much Worse, but the 10% Tariffs Will Still Sting

The blanket tariffs, once considered extreme, still threaten to harm world trade and make everything more expensive for businesses and consumers.

Taiwan’s Chip Companies Are Caught in the U.S.-China Tariff War

President Trump has threatened tariffs on Taiwan and the chip industry. China has signaled it will not let the trade war keep it from the technology it needs.

Quote of the Day: Trump Flirts With Defying Court Orders

Quotation of the Day for Wednesday, April 16, 2025.

U.S. Military Says 2 Killed in Vehicle Accident Near Mexico Border

Another service member was seriously wounded, the military said. The cause of the accident is under investigation.

2 Protesters at Marjorie Taylor Greene Town Hall Are Subdued With Stun Guns

Three people, including the two who were subdued with stun guns, were arrested.

China Girds for Economic Stress of Trump’s Tariffs

The economy grew steadily from January through March, but U.S. tariffs pose a risk for China in the coming weeks and months.

Damage, So to Speak

Life may flash before your eyes as you solve Kathy Bloomer’s puzzle.

Why Harvard Decided to Fight Trump

The Trump administration will freeze over $2 billion in federal funds because Harvard refused to comply with a list of demands. Harvard leaders believed saying no was worth the risk.

Hong Kong Suspends Packages to the U.S., Wading Into the Trade War

The move comes before President Trump’s planned imposition of new tariffs on small packages sent to the United States from Hong Kong and China.

Corrections: April 16, 2025

Corrections that appeared in print on Wednesday, April 16, 2025.

A Top Democratic Official Plots to Take Down Party Incumbents

David Hogg, a young liberal activist and now a vice chair of the Democratic National Committee, is leading an effort to unseat the party’s older lawmakers in primaries.

Biden Says Trump Is ‘Breaking Things,’ Including the Safety Net

In Joseph R. Biden Jr.’s first extensive speech since he left office, he accused the Trump administration of “taking a hatchet” to the Social Security Administration.

Here’s what happened on Tuesday.

What to Know as Trump Freezes Federal Funds for Harvard and Other Universities

President Trump is trying to influence which colleges receive federal financial support, a practice that began around the time of World War II.

Wink Martindale, Popular and Durable Game Show Host, Dies at 91

He was involved in more than 20 game shows, most memorably as the host of “Gambit” and “Tic-Tac-Dough” in the 1970s and ’80s.

What Trump’s Meeting With Bukele Means

President Nayib Bukele of El Salvador has found a spot on the global stage by opening the doors of his prison system to President Trump. Zolan Kanno-Youngs, a White House correspondent for The New York Times, explains how Bukele, a self-proclaimed dictator, has gone from a pariah to a partner of Trump.

4 Injured in Dallas School Shooting, Authorities Say

Three students were wounded by gunfire and a fourth also was injured when gunfire erupted at Wilmer-Hutchins High School on Tuesday afternoon, officials said.

Trump picks a Hunter Biden whistle-blower to temporarily lead the I.R.S.

Gary Shapley is a veteran I.R.S. agent who raised concerns that the tax investigation into Hunter Biden was being slow-walked.

Trump Gives Conflicting Signals and Mixed Messages on Iran Nuclear Talks

The Trump administration started with a simple goal: Make Iran dismantle its nuclear and missile programs. Then its top negotiator started softening his tone, and had to retreat.

Trump administration places staff of homelessness agency on leave.

The move accelerates the administration’s push to dismantle the United States Interagency Council on Homelessness.

New York Leaders Agree to Ease Evidence Requirements for Prosecutors

The contentious issue has delayed an already late state budget, with Gov. Kathy Hochul insisting that it be resolved before budget talks could advance.

Nvidia Says U.S. Will Restrict Sales of More of Its A.I. Chips to China

The restrictions are the first major limits the Trump administration has put on semiconductor sales outside the United States, toughening rules created by the Biden administration.

Biden Condemns Trump’s Cuts to Social Security Administration

In his first expansive public comments since leaving the White House, former President Joseph R. Biden Jr. spoke out against the Trump administration’s cuts to the Social Security Administration.

A.C.L.U. Sues Defense Department Schools Over Book Bans

Schools run by the Defense Department removed books and made other changes in response to orders from President Trump and his secretary of defense.

White House Ends a Regular Reporting Slot for Independent Newswires

The move, which affects The Associated Press, Bloomberg News and Reuters, is another effort by the Trump administration to exert more control over the press corps that covers it.

State Dept. Expands Plans for Closing Embassies and Consulates

A departmental memo describes paring back the American diplomatic presence on every continent.

Trump Seeks to Lower Drug Prices Through Medicare and Some Imports

President Trump directed his administration to help states import drugs from Canada. But a proposal to alter a Medicare program to reduce costs could wind up raising prices.

Grassley Draws Jeers From Constituents at Raucous Town Hall

The Iowa Republican was pressed on President Trump’s policies, including the case of a Salvadoran immigrant who his administration has admitted it mistakenly sent to a prison in El Salvador.

Wife of Gene Hackman Asked About Flulike Symptoms Before Their Deaths

Videos, photographs and police reports released by the Santa Fe County Sheriff’s Office in New Mexico offered a look into the days before Betsy Arakawa and Mr. Hackman died.

Top Pentagon Advisers Placed on Leave in Leak Investigation

Two aides to Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth were escorted from the Pentagon on Tuesday, and the chief of staff to the deputy defense secretary was removed on Wednesday.

D.C. Mayor Prepares City for Cuts After Congress Goes on Break

The House of Representatives went on recess without acting on a measure to avert a possible billion-dollar budget cut in Washington, D.C.

I Have Never Been More Afraid for My Country’s Future

Trump’s worldview is stuck in the 1970s, and his whole administration is a cruel farce.

How a Nifty Government Tool Knows About Earthquakes Before You Feel Them

Even a few seconds’ notice gives people time to prepare before the shaking.

Autism Rate Continues to Rise Among Children, C.D.C. Reports

While the agency stressed that increased screening was most likely behind much of the increase, the health secretary, Robert F. Kennedy Jr., called it an “epidemic.”

Inside the Changing White House Briefing Room

The Trump administration has given more time to “new media” and outlets that are more supportive of the president’s policies.

C.I.A. Director’s Messages in Leaked Chat Were Deleted, Agency Says

A watchdog group has said the exchanges on the Signal app were federal records, and sued in an effort to preserve them.

‘Nothing Has Been Done’: Judge Rebukes U.S. Effort to Return Wrongly Deported Man

The judge also said she planned to force Trump officials to reveal what they have done behind the scenes to seek the return of the man, Kilmar Armando Abrego Garcia.

Trump Turned Up the Pressure on Harvard

Also, the I.R.S. is downsizing. Here’s the latest at the end of Tuesday.

A.I. Action Figures Flood Social Media (Accessories Included)

Amid the rush to take part in a recent trend, some artists, concerned about the use of ChatGPT, are hand-drawing their own versions.

Wednesday Briefing: A Trump-Harvard Showdown

Plus, the fight over Van Gogh’s roots.

Judge Blocks Trump From Retaliating Against Another Top Law Firm

It’s the latest setback to the president’s efforts to wield government power to punish law firms. A federal judge called it “a shocking abuse of power.”

This Isn’t the First Time Trump Has Mistakenly Deported Someone

President Trump says he is powerless to retrieve a man who was deported because of an administrative error. But he has done so before.

19 Big Cats Rescued in Spain as Police Raid Animal Smuggling Ring

With a demand for exotic felines on the rise, often driven by social media, endangered and protected populations are under even more threat.

It’s a Mistake to Think the Biggest Problem With Iran Is Nuclear Weapons

An olive branch is easier to accept when it is offered from the tip of a sword.

U.S. Cites Mideast Peace Process to Justify Move to Deport Student

Mohsen Mahdawi, who led Columbia protests, engaged in activities that could threaten attempts to end the war in Gaza, a memo from Secretary of State Marco Rubio said.

Richard L. Armitage, 79, Dies; State Department Official in a Turbulent Era

While serving as Colin Powell’s deputy during the Iraq war, he found himself at the center of a scandal when he leaked a C.I.A. operative’s name.

Our 17 Most Lemony Recipes

Pucker up, buttercup.

Sperm Donors in the Netherlands Fathered More Than 25 Children Each, New Data Reveals

The numbers raise concerns about the risk of genetic anomalies as those children eventually seek partners and give birth.

It Took a Century to Find This Colossal Squid

An expedition spotted a baby of the species in the South Sandwich Islands. This cephalopod can grow to more than 20 feet and has proved elusive in its deep-sea environs.

LeBron James, ASAP Rocky and Everything You Need to Know About the 2025 Met Gala

The co-hosts! The ticket prices! The dress code! A guide to the party of the year.

As the Border Wars Recede, a Park on the Rio Grande Reopens to the Public

Shelby Park in Eagle Pass, Texas, was a backdrop for immigration fights during the Biden administration, but as the battle has moved inland some of the state’s troops have decamped.

Palin Libel Retrial Against The New York Times Begins

In opening statements, lawyers for Sarah Palin and The Times each presented arguments on whether the editorial board had published a statement knowing it was false.

Adams Is Letting ICE Into Rikers. The City Council Is Suing to Stop Him.

A lawsuit argues that an executive order that City Hall issued last week is “part of a corrupt quid pro quo bargain” between Mayor Eric Adams of New York and President Trump.

How Trump Might Unwittingly Cut Emissions From Online Shopping

Fast fashion retailers rely heavily on shipping by air. The president’s tariffs could change that.

Autopsies of Gaza Medics Killed by Israeli Troops Show Some Were Shot in the Head

The New York Times obtained autopsy reports for 14 of the 15 people killed in a March 23 attack on an ambulance and fire truck.

Más de 20.000 empleados del IRS ofrecen su renuncia

El servicio de impuestos tenía unos 100.000 empleados antes de que el presidente Trump asumiera el cargo. Entre renuncias y despidos, se dispone a perder cerca de un tercio de su personal este año.

¿Qué son los metales de tierras raras?

Las nuevas restricciones de China a la exportación de estos metales podrían repercutir en la producción de todo tipo de productos, desde luces LED hasta aviones de combate.

This Therapist Helped Clients Feel Better. It Was A.I.

In the first clinical trial of its kind, an A.I. chatbot eased mental health symptoms among participants. The technology may someday help solve the provider shortage.

In Milan, an Artist’s Surreal ‘Playhouse’ Filled With Weeping Statues

Francesco Vezzoli’s apartment and studio are tributes to his lifelong fascination with the Memphis Group design collective.

House Tour | Francesco Vezzoli

The artist’s apartment and studio in Milan display his large collection of Memphis Group furniture, as well as midcentury vases by the designer and sculptor Giovanni Gariboldi.

Canada conditionally waives retaliatory tariffs on U.S.-made cars and trucks.

Companies that make cars in Canada will be exempted provided they keep up production.

A Tax Day Jam Session

File your 1040 to tunes by Destiny’s Child, Dr. John, Big Tymers and more.

Columbia Vows to Reject Any Trump Deal That Erodes Its Independence

A message from the university’s acting president said that talks with the Trump administration were continuing as the White House is seeking to place the school under judicial oversight.

The ‘Great Moose Migration’ Livestream Captivates Sweden

Moose fans are following the weekslong moose migration, which airs live on the national broadcaster. “This is reality TV at its finest,” a moderator of a zealous Facebook group said.

Nayib Bukele dice que no devolverá a EE. UU. al hombre deportado por error a El Salvador

La reunión en el Despacho Oval entre Donald Trump y el presidente de El Salvador, Nayib Bukele, fue un ejemplo contundente del desafío de Trump a los tribunales federales.

If the Signal Chat Bothered You, Recall Andrew Cuomo’s Talent for Secrecy

Like the Signal chat participants, Cuomo never seemed to think much was wrong with hiding internal government messaging from the public.

Fans of ‘The Great Moose Migration’ Prep for a Weekslong Binge Watch

The popular annual livestream that follows the migration of Sweden’s moose population began on Tuesday.

American Airlines Will Offer Free Wi-Fi on Most Flights Next Year

Starting in January, members of the airline’s AAdvantage loyalty program will have free access to wireless internet on 90 percent of its fleet, the company said.

More Than 20,000 I.R.S. Employees Offer to Resign

The I.R.S. had about 100,000 employees before President Trump took office. Between resignations and layoffs, the I.R.S. is on track to lose about a third of its staff this year.

Jordan Says It Foiled a Plot Against the Kingdom

The country’s main intelligence branch said the plans, apparently years in the making, involved rockets, weapons manufacturing and drones.

La fuerza de Harvard y lo rápido que hemos caído

La emoción por la respuesta de la universidad al gobierno de Trump es una medida de lo bajo, y lo rápido, que han caído nuestras expectativas.

At Trial, Zuckerberg Defends Buying Instagram and WhatsApp

The Meta chief executive testified in a landmark antitrust trial that it was business as usual when he bought rival apps. He denied he was trying to snuff out competitors.

Some Online Scam Victims Can Now Seek Tax Relief on Firmer Ground

The Internal Revenue Service issued a memo last month that said victims of certain impersonation and investment schemes might be eligible for a tax break.

What History Can Teach Us About Breaking Up Giant Companies

For the first time since the late 1990s Microsoft case, federal trials are weighing antitrust breakups, a tactic that harks back to Standard Oil.

Marvin Levy, Oscar-Winning Publicist to Spielberg, Dies at 96

For 42 years, Mr. Levy strategized behind the scenes to promote Steven Spielberg’s movies and ensure that the director was seen as Hollywood’s de facto head of state.

Two Defiant Presidents vs. a Deported Immigrant

Readers discuss the case of the immigrant wrongly deported to El Salvador. Also: Harvard’s battle against President Trump.

In ‘Towards Zero,’ Agatha Christie Gets Steamy

A new three-part TV mini-series streaming on BritBox amps up the themes of forbidden desire and psychological distress in the detective novelist’s 1944 book.

‘#1 Happy Family USA’ Is a Bittersweet Coming-of-Age Sitcom

This animated comedy, cocreated by Ramy Youssef, depicts a Muslim family in New Jersey during the fraught period after Sept. 11, 2001.

Senators Investigate Private Equity Role in Soaring Fire-Truck Costs

Fire departments say prices for new engines have soared and orders are backlogged for years. Two senators are investigating whether investors who have disrupted the industry are the reason.

In Showdowns With the Courts, Trump Is Increasingly Combative

Scholars say that the Trump administration is now flirting with lawless defiance of court orders, a path with an uncertain end.

‘We Don’t Have a Day or Night of Calm’

People in the Ukrainian city struck on Palm Sunday have little hope of a cease-fire.

Lincoln Center Summer Festival to Bring Back Some Classical Music

Summer for the City will feature a dozen productions by the American Modern Opera Company, a Sanskrit epic, a celebration of Brazil and more.

La resistencia de Harvard ante Trump es ‘de trascendental importancia’

El lunes, Harvard rechazó las exigencias del gobierno de Trump en materia de contratación, admisiones y currícula, lo cual ha animado a otras universidades de EE. UU.

Tracking Tropical Cyclone Errol

See the likely path and wind arrival times for Errol.

France Says It Will Expel 12 Algerian Officials as Tensions Rise

The move followed expulsions of French officials by Algeria after an Algerian official was accused of kidnapping an influencer who had been granted political asylum in France.

Trump Threatens Harvard’s Tax Status, Escalating Billion-Dollar Pressure Campaign

Harvard has rejected an effort by the White House to exert more control over its programs. Federal law prohibits the president from telling the I.R.S. to conduct specific tax investigations.

‘We Don’t Have a Day or Night of Calm’

People in the Ukrainian city struck on Palm Sunday have little hope of a cease-fire.

Elsa Honig Fine, 94, Dies; Historian Promoted Black and Female Artists

As the founder of Woman’s Art Journal and the author of influential textbooks, she documented the work of many accomplished artists who had been ignored.

Un activista de Columbia fue detenido por ICE en su cita de ciudadanía

Mohsen Mahdawi, residente legal permanente, vive hace 10 años en Estados Unidos y fue detenido en Vermont. No ha sido acusado de ningún delito.

Why a Tariff-Inflated $2,000 iPhone Is Nothing to Fear

Even if gadget prices surge, we have plenty of cheaper options, like buying last year’s phone model instead of the latest and greatest.

Santa Lives in Rovaniemi, Finland. Some of His Neighbors Are Not Thrilled.

A tourist season that stretches from October to March has been anything but jolly for some residents of the “Official Hometown of Santa Claus.”

After an Earthquake, These Elephants Knew Exactly Whom to Follow: Mom

A video from the San Diego Zoo Safari Park taken during an earthquake put complex elephant herd dynamics on display.

Affordable Dishes That Taste Like a Billion Bucks

Featuring this citrus-soy chicken ramen, which uses charred garlic and onion to add big flavor to a rotisserie chicken-based broth.

Fedora Returns to the West Village for an Encore. Again.

After closing in 2020 following a revival by Gabriel Stulman, it’s now backed by the partners of St. Jardim.

W.N.B.A. Draft Picks Dress to Impress

What 15 players wore to meet fans, their new teammates and — not insignificantly — potential sponsors.

Trump’s Tariff Threat for Imported Medicines Poses Political Risks

Levies on Americans’ daily prescriptions and other medicines could raise costs, spur rationing and lead to shortages of critical drugs.

Hay casos de cáncer en mi familia. ¿Cómo puedo reducir mi riesgo?

Tener antecedentes familiares de la enfermedad puede asustar. He aquí qué hacer al respecto.

149th Annual Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show

149th Annual Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show — Junior Showmanship, Group Judging and Best in Show at Madison Square Garden in New York City

República Dominicana, ‘desbordada de dolor’

Tragedia en una discoteca de Santo Domingo, adiós a un nobel y más para estar al día.

Attackers Target Prisons in France, Burning Vehicles and Firing Shots

The office of France’s counterterrorism prosecutor said it would begin an investigation into the violence. The justice minister blamed drug traffickers.

Stocks Fluctuate as Investors Assess Tariff Scenarios

The Trump administration’s chaotic tariff rollout continues to spur volatility in the markets, but major U.S. stock indexes held a degree of calm relative to recent swings.

Sandstorm Turns Iraq’s Skies Orange and Sends Thousands to Hospitals

Climate experts say such storms are becoming more frequent and severe in the country. This was its worst of the year so far.

Intense Sandstorm in Iraq Grounds Flights and Fills Emergency Rooms

A severe sandstorm swept central and southern Iraq, reducing visibility, halting flights and causing respiratory problems for thousands, according to officials. Experts say such storms are worsening as drought and desertification increase, driven by climate change.

Onstage and Off, Whitney White Is Everywhere This Spring

An actor, musician and writer, White is also now an in-demand stage director. “I am looking, I am hungry, I am searching,” she said.

Elegantly Swaddled in Neutral Shades

An ensemble of soft garments exuded cozy sophistication.

Weekly Student News Quiz: Tariffs, Roof Collapse, 'A Minecraft Movie'

Have you been paying attention to current events recently? See how many of these 10 questions you can get right.

Director of Field Hospital in Southern Gaza Says Israeli Strike Killed a Guard

Israel’s military did not immediately comment on the report, which came two days after it attacked the Ahli Arab Hospital in Gaza City.

Trump’s Give-and-Take Tariff Strategy

The president has watered down some of his trade demands, but that’s created confusion in the markets and has forced his administration to adapt its messaging.

Changing the Rules

We cover a White House plan to slash regulations.

JD Vance Sees ‘Good Chance’ of Trade Deal With Britain

The vice president did not offer details, but his comments may offer British leaders some comfort after the Trump administration imposed tariffs.

Astoria the Celebrity Turkey Returns to Ritzy Midtown Manhattan

Is she seeking excitement? Danger? A date? The birders who look after her just want her to go home.

Wild Turkey Struts in New York

Astoria, a wild turkey, seen living free on Roosevelt Island in New York.

Trapped Abroad: The Man at the Center of a Constitutional Standoff

The case of a man mistakenly deported to a brutal prison in El Salvador is a test for the limits of presidential power — and the rule of law.

Connections Companion No. 675

Scroll down for hints and conversation about the puzzle for Wednesday, April 16, 2025.

Harvard vs. Trump, and Your (Shrinking) Chance of Being Audited

Plus, black market Lego.

Wordle Review No. 1,397

Scroll down for hints and conversation about the puzzle for Wednesday, April 16, 2025.

Palabra del día: ‘invective’

Esta palabra ha aparecido en 64 artículos en NYTimes.com en el último año. ¿Puedes usarla en una frase?

¿Cuánto durará intacto el ‘fin del mundo’?

Las multitudes de turistas con destino a la Antártida han traído prosperidad a Ushuaia, la ciudad más meridional de Argentina, pero el auge también está poniendo presión sobre la población local y afectando al medio ambiente

¿‘Enemigos extranjeros’ o inocentes? Los esfuerzos de Trump para deportar a 238 migrantes

El gobierno de EE. UU. afirma que los venezolanos que envió a prisión a El Salvador son miembros del Tren de Aragua. Una investigación del New York Times encontró pocas pruebas de antecedentes penales o vínculos con la pandilla.

Why Trump Could Lose His Trade War With China

The Times Opinion columnist discusses what he thinks Trump — and American policymakers — misunderstand about China in the escalating trade war.

Inside Trump’s Plan to Deregulate America

The Trump administration wants to get rid of rules that affect health, food, workplace safety, transportation and more. Coral Davenport, a reporter covering energy and environmental policy, explains how the Trump administration plans a set of novel legal strategies to repeal or stop enforcing regulations that have historically taken years to undo, according to people familiar with the plans.

Van Gogh’s Last Painting Poses a Problem for an Idyllic French Village

It was recently determined that the artist painted his final work, “Tree Roots,” in Auvers-sur-Oise. The roots still exist, igniting a fight over their preservation.

Debbie Millman and Roxane Gay on Pink Elephants and Gardening

Enter the L.A. Home They Have Turned Into a Gallery

Tom Friedman Thinks We’re Getting China Dangerously Wrong

The Times Opinion columnist discusses what he thinks Trump — and American policymakers — misunderstand about China in the escalating trade war.

Housewares Retailers Brace for Tariffs

Consumers may be unwilling to pay more for pottery, pillows and the other stuff that makes homes feel homey, leaving home décor store owners worried.

What Is Your Favorite Poem?

In honor of National Poetry Month, tell us about that poem and what it means to you.

What Life Is Like for Sean Combs, Inmate 37452-054

The music mogul has been in the Metropolitan Detention Center for nearly seven months.

A Stunning, Stress-Free Easter Dish Everyone Will Love

A whole fillet of salmon looks and tastes impressive while leaving you time to enjoy the day.

Relaxation and Luxury Meet in a Designer’s Home Studio

Alfredo Paredes showcases an easy lighting upgrade; monochromatic pottery; and a one-of-a-kind ceramic sculpture he got as a boy.

Why Should I Change My Name? He’s the Problem.

If one’s name is a brand, then mine is tarnished.

30 Years Later, a New Look at the Oklahoma City Bombing

A National Geographic docuseries recounts the experiences of those who went through the 1995 attack on the Alfred P. Murrah Federal Building.

Trump’s Tariffs Hurt the Very Thing That Drives the Economy

Even with his 90-day pause, the president’s approach doesn’t encourage companies to invest.

How Museums in Los Angeles Survived the Fires — and Have Prepared for the Quakes

Despite rumors that the Getty Villa had been destroyed by the fires in January, it survived. Officials credit that to their planning and preparations that can serve as models to other institutions.

The Techno-Utopians Who Want to Colonize the Sea

Libertarians have long looked at ocean living as the next frontier. Some wealthy men are testing the waters.

The Harp Needs More Modern Music. That’s Easier Said Than Done.

Expanding my instrument’s repertoire takes months of practicing, experimentation and personal sacrifices. But it has made me believe in possibility.

Inside Trump’s Plan to Halt Hundreds of Regulations

The White House will soon move to rapidly repeal or freeze rules that affect health, food, workplace safety, transportation and more.

This Global Warming Book Is a Token From Another World

“What’s Left,” by Malcolm Harris, arrives at a particularly difficult time to consider anything beyond our immediate turmoil.

‘Alien Enemies’ or Innocent Men? Inside Trump’s Rushed Effort to Deport 238 Migrants

The Trump administration sent them to a prison in El Salvador under a wartime act, calling them members of a Venezuelan gang. But a New York Times investigation found little evidence of criminal backgrounds or links to the gang.

A Danish Art Show Examines Our Awe, and Terror, of the Deep

“Ocean,” now on view on the coast of Denmark, fuses past with present, and art with science to raise urgent questions about our relationship with the sea.

Who Are the Venezuelan Deportees Sent to El Salvador?

Who are the 238 Venezuelans deported by the Trump administration without due process to El Salvador’s maximum-security Terrorism Confinement Center? Julie Turkewitz, a bureau chief for The New York Times, explains what her team’s investigation reveals about the deportees, their criminal records and how they were selected for deportation.

How an Anime Master Perfects the Cool Guy Action Hero

The protagonists in the shows created by Shinichiro Watanabe have smooth style, eclectic moves and a sense of swagger.

Build Homes on Federal Land

Public land is a promising place to build what Western cities need most and mostly don’t allow: homes and apartments for low-wage workers.

The Centuries-Long Struggle to Make English Words Behave

Two new books examine efforts to standardize English orthography and the pronouns at the heart of our culture wars, finding that spelling and usage have never conformed to any rules.

A Scientist Is Paid to Study Maple Syrup. He’s Also Paid to Promote It.

Funded by the maple industry, a researcher has exaggerated his findings to suggest that syrup could help prevent serious diseases.

How Long Will the ‘End of the World’ Stay Wild?

Crowds of tourists bound for Antarctica have brought prosperity to Argentina’s southernmost city, but the boom is also squeezing locals and stressing the environment.

A Novel That Takes On Life’s Greatest Mystery: Our Parents

In “The Imagined Life,” a writer searches his home state and his buried memories for answers about his long-lost father.

Cancer Runs in My Family. How Can I Cut My Risk?

Having a family history of the disease can feel frightening. Here’s what to do about it.

A Personal Ad Saved His Father From the Nazis. That Was Just the Start.

In “I Seek a Kind Person,” Julian Borger tells the riveting story of seven children who escaped wartime Austria thanks to a British newspaper.

La tecnología de esta empresa convierte a los migrantes en ‘presa fácil’ para Trump

Geo Group, una compañía de prisiones que fabrica herramientas digitales de rastreo, se convierte en uno de los grandes ganadores empresariales del gobierno a medida que su tecnología se utiliza cada vez más en las deportaciones.

Late Night Weighs In on Trump’s Perfect Physical

“The doctor said Trump’s BMI is 28,” Jimmy Kimmel said. “Right, and so is his next wife, by the way.”

Spring Break

How would you spend your dream spring vacation?

Harvey Weinstein, Facing New Charge, Returns to Court in New York

The disgraced Hollywood producer will face a new trial for sex crimes in New York after a previous conviction was reversed last year.

Spelling Bee Forum

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

Word of the Day: invective

This word has appeared in 64 articles on NYTimes.com in the past year. Can you use it in a sentence?

Tuesday Briefing: El Salvador Will Not Return Deportee

Plus, remembering Mario Vargas Llosa.

Haiti’s Gangs Have Evolved. The United States Will Pay the Price.

If the Trump administration is serious about making the United States safer and more prosperous, it cannot stop engaging in places like Haiti.

I’m in Denmark’s Parliament. Here’s Why America Has Us So Stunned.

Danes want our partnership with Americans to continue, but we will stand firm on our principles.

Vance Fumbles College Football Championship Trophy

Vice President JD Vance attempted to lift college football’s biggest prize, but dropped the base. Ohio State Buckeyes players secured the trophy.

Airport Was Repeatedly Warned on Bird Strikes Before Deadly South Korea Crash

Operators of the airport where Jeju Air Flight 2216 crashed in December, killing 179, failed to meet both international and South Korean guidelines intended to prevent such strikes.

A Crisis at a British Steel Mill Has Cast a Shadow Over U.K.-China Relations

Britain was edging closer to China, but a dispute at a Chinese-owned steel company in the U.K. may prompt a rethink.

Trump’s Trade War With China Could Be Good for India. But Is It Ready?

While India dreams of becoming a new factory to the world, its manufacturers are struggling to find skilled workers, secure components and overcome red tape.

What Are Rare Earth Metals?

China’s new restrictions on exports of the metals could have an impact on the production of everything from LED lights to fighter jets.

Quote of the Day: CAREER SLAM AT LAST

Quotation of the Day for Tuesday, April 15, 2025.

Review: In ‘John Proctor Is the Villain,’ It’s the Girls vs. the Men

Kimberly Belflower’s play, on Broadway starring Sadie Sink, gives high school students a chance to prosecute a #MeToo case against “The Crucible.”

Missing Rotor Is Recovered From Site of Helicopter Crash in Hudson River

The aircraft was on a sightseeing flight when it suddenly broke apart in midair, its rotor blades falling separately toward the water.

Anatomical Pouch

Per Bykodorov makes his New York Times Crossword debut.

Corrections: April 15, 2025

Corrections that appeared in print on Tuesday, April 15, 2025.

The Vibe Shifts Against the Right

People who once found right-wing ideas scintillating are having second thoughts as they watch Trump put those ideas into practice.

T Mag Culture Issue 2025 Images

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Court Temporarily Blocks Trump’s Shuttering of Migrant Entry Program

The Biden-era program has allowed hundreds of thousands of migrants from Cuba, Nicaragua, Venezuela and Haiti to enter the United States and work legally.

Harvard’s Strength and How Far We’ve Fallen So Quickly

The thrill over its response to the Trump administration is a measure of how low and how fast our expectations have fallen.

Harvard’s Decision to Resist Trump Is ‘of Momentous Significance’

But a fight with the nation’s oldest, richest and most elite university is a battle that President Trump and his powerful aide, Stephen Miller, want to have.

Vance Drops Ohio State’s Championship Trophy During White House Celebration

The vice president, a former senator from Ohio who graduated from Ohio State, joked about the mishap on social media.

Suspect Arrested in Attacks on New Mexico G.O.P. Office and a Tesla Dealer

Jamison Wagner, 40, of Albuquerque, faces up to 40 years in prison if convicted, the authorities said.

Trump’s Dilemma: A Trade War That Threatens Every Other Negotiation With China

President Trump is staking everything on winning by imposing tariffs on China. But the fight threatens to choke off negotiations about other issues like Taiwan, fentanyl, TikTok and more.

El turismo espacial disfrazado de acto feminista

El vuelo exclusivamente femenino de Blue Origin muestra que las mujeres ya pueden disfrutar de los beneficios más extravagantes del capitalismo junto a los hombres ricos.

Trump Administration Memo Proposes Cutting State Department Funding by Nearly Half

The draft plan is part of a process involving the agency and the White House. It would eliminate almost all funding for international organizations that include the United Nations and NATO.

Suspect in Arson at Pennsylvania Governor’s Mansion Had Troubled Past

A man charged with setting fire to the residence of Gov. Josh Shapiro had faced previous charges of assaulting his family. He was arraigned on attempted murder and arson charges on Monday.

No Jail Time for Queens Man Convicted of Spying for China

Shujun Wang worked for a pro-democracy organization while passing information about dissidents to China, prosecutors said. He was sentenced to three years of supervised release.

The Moving Goal Posts in Musk’s DOGE Cuts

Why Elon Musk and his team have struggled to make the spending cuts they promised.

Antoni Gaudí, el ‘arquitecto de Dios’, ahora podría ser santo

El papa Francisco firmó el lunes un decreto que reconoce las ‘virtudes heroicas’ del visionario del siglo XX y lo sitúa en la senda de una posible santidad.

China’s Halt of Critical Minerals Poses Risk for U.S. Military Programs

The Pentagon and defense contractors are heavily reliant on magnets and rare earth minerals mined or processed in China, which has suspended exports of the materials in an escalating trade war.

White House to Ask Congress to Claw Back Funding From NPR and PBS

Trump administration officials want legislators to rescind $1.1 billion for the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, which provides some support for public media.

Democratic lawmakers denounce Trump and El Salvador’s president.

As Trump Makes His Case, He Turns to the Oval Office Set Piece

Once again, the president used the gilded room as a place to flex his executive muscle while recasting the narrative around a consequential policy.

El Salvador Won’t Return Wrongly Deported Man

Also, Harvard said it would not comply with Trump’s demands.

Brad Holland’s Disruptive Vision

His work pushed the boundaries of political cartoons, expanding the possibilities of illustration everywhere.

Columbia Activist Arrested by ICE at His Appointment for Citizenship

Mohsen Mahdawi, a legal permanent resident, has lived in the United States for 10 years and was arrested in Vermont. He has not been charged with a crime.

North Dakota Lawmakers Pass Bill Restricting Library Books Deemed Obscene

The bill, which applies to public and school libraries, is part of a national push by Republicans to crack down on content they consider inappropriate for children.

Salvadoran President Says He Won’t Return Wrongly Deported Man

During a bilateral meeting in the Oval Office, President Trump also said that he was open to sending American citizens convicted of violent crimes to President Nayib Bukele’s prison in El Salvador.

Eating Frog Legs During Charli XCX’s Coachella Set

Outstanding in the Field offers an unexpected festival experience, hosting a four-course dinner as the bands play.

Read the Trump Administration’s Letter to Harvard

A letter sent to Harvard on Friday by the Trump administration demanded that the university make a series of policy changes in order to continue to receive federal funding.

Read Harvard’s Response to the Trump Administration

Harvard University’s lawyers responded on Monday to the Trump Administration’s letter demanding a series of policy changes, saying the demands were unlawful and that Harvard would not comply.

13 Unforgettable Looks at Coachella

Nearly naked gowns, glow-in-the-dark bodices, metal armor and more.

Tuesday Briefing: El Salvador Won’t Return Deportee

Plus, remembering Mario Vargas Llosa.

Questions for The Morning

What’s on your mind?

5 Migrants Feared Dead After Boat Capsizes Off Florida Coast

Four people were rescued on Sunday, two days after the boat capsized off the state’s Atlantic coast, the authorities said.

Easter Desserts Anyone Can Make

Mix up chocolate treats in minutes or build a cake over a few hours with these smart tips.

China Is Taking the Gloves Off. The Luxury Leather Gloves.

Forget, for a moment, what Trump’s tariff war is going to do to our economies. Think of what it will do to our identities.

The Dollar Keeps Falling as Its ‘Safe Haven’ Status Is Questioned

President Trump’s tariff blitz has rattled investors and shaken their faith in one of the most reliable and ubiquitous assets in the world economy.

Antoni Gaudí Was a Venerated Architect. Now He May Become a Saint.

Pope Francis on Monday signed a decree that recognized the 20th-century visionary’s “heroic virtues” and put him on the path to possible sainthood.

Arson Attack on Josh Shapiro Raises Fears About Threats to Politicians

While political violence has not surged overall, a series of high-profile attempts on American leaders have shaken a public already worried about the country’s toxic political environment.

Greene Bought Market Dip Before Trump Paused Tariffs, Profiting From the Rally

The Georgia congresswoman purchased at least tens of thousands of dollars in stock the day before and the day of President Trump’s pause of a sweeping set of tariffs that sent the market soaring.

What to Know About the Mistaken Deportation of a Maryland Man to El Salvador

President Trump’s aides abruptly said the man, Kilmar Armando Abrego Garcia, had been lawfully sent to a prison in El Salvador, contradicting what officials themselves have said in court filings.

China suspende exportaciones clave al agudizarse la guerra comercial

La medida, que afecta a las industrias automovilística, aeroespacial y de semiconductores, forma parte de las represalias de Pekín hacia los aranceles de Trump.

Older People Seeking Care for Cannabis Use at Greater Risk for Dementia, Study Finds

Users needing emergency care or hospitalization were more likely to later develop dementia, researchers reported. That does not prove cannabis was the cause.

Asparagus Dresses Up for This Springy Dinner Party

Drape those stalks with beets, herbs and a little egg, then follow it all up with a luxurious lamb braise and stunning lemon cake.

They Followed the Rules. Now Thousands of Migrants Are Told, ‘Leave.’

The Biden administration allowed 900,000 people to use an app to schedule appointments to cross the border. Emails over the last few days told them to leave or face deportation.

Venezuela

Detainees

Trump Administration Will Freeze $2 Billion After Harvard Refuses Demands

Federal officials said they would freeze the money after Harvard said it would not submit to requests to overhaul hiring and report international students who break rules.

Hay un acusado de provocar un incendio en la mansión del gobernador de Pensilvania

El sospechoso fue acusado de prender fuego a la residencia, lo que obligó a huir al gobernador Josh Shapiro y a su familia. Los investigadores dijeron que encontraron botellas de cerveza con gasolina en la casa.

Mapa: un terremoto de magnitud 5,2 golpea el sur de California

Mira la localización del epicentro del sismo y el área de movimiento.

To Fight Federal Job Cuts, Energy Experts and States Try a New Argument

In letters to multiple agencies, the focus is on how job reductions at E.P.A., Interior and other agencies would hurt President Trump’s “energy dominance” agenda.

Tariff-Induced Inflation Surge May Be Temporary, Fed Official Says

Christopher J. Waller argued that the effect of tariffs on prices could be short-lived, but he warned about a bigger hit to growth.

Europa teme una avalancha de productos baratos desde China

Los aranceles de Washington impuestos a Pekín podrían conducir a un escenario peligroso para los mercados europeos: el “dumping” de productos podría socavar las industrias locales.

Cuomo Announces New Housing Plan, With a Hint of ChatGPT

Former Gov. Andrew Cuomo’s 29-page housing plan included a garbled section with incomplete sentences and a link to a citation retrieved by ChatGPT.

An Orange Fish With Arms and Legs, and a Song You Can’t Escape

How Steve, a French cartoon with a catchy theme song, became a TikTok star.

Expelled From the Navy: 381 Banned Books

Readers object to the Naval Academy’s removal of books from its library. Also: Measles vaccines; cutting the E.P.A.; a cost to farmers; a plea to our leaders.

Map: 5.2-Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Southern California

View the location of the quake’s epicenter and shake area.

Orban Escalates Culture War in Hungary by Mandating Two Genders Only

The governing Fidesz party passed a constitutional amendment stating that all Hungarians are either male or female, and another protecting the “moral development” of children.

Former Sheriff’s Deputy Is Sentenced to 3 Years in Killing of Colorado Man

Andrew Buen was found guilty of criminally negligent homicide in February in the 2022 killing of Christian Glass, who was experiencing a mental health crisis on a mountain road.

Mark Zuckerberg Is Back in the Hot Seat in a Crucial Trial

Mark Zuckerberg has appeared before Congress more times than any other tech leader. He will testify again soon — as a witness in a federal antitrust trial. Cecilia Kang, a technology reporter for The New York Times, recalls some of Zuckerberg’s past congressional hearings and explains why the stakes are even higher this time.

L.A. County Expects $2 Billion in Fire Costs, Adding to Budget Woes

County leaders said that layoffs of public workers were so far unlikely, but that the region’s financial challenges multiplied after the wildfires in January.

Does Love Mean Having to Share Your Location?

Tell us how location sharing has affected your relationship, and you might hear yourself in an episode of the Modern Love podcast.

Good Luck Getting Goldman Sachs to Even Say the Word ‘Tariff’

Wall Street’s top firms have been reluctant to criticize President Trump’s trade policy, but Goldman took it to a new level on Monday.

The Color-Drenched Cult of Le Creuset

The weighty cookware, which just turned 100, has inspired generations of home chefs and fans who feverishly hunt for their favorite shapes and shades.

Fugitive Jeweler Wanted by India Is Arrested in Belgium

The fugitive, Mehul Choksi, is wanted in connection with a major financial scandal at a publicly owned Indian bank. The police in Antwerp, Belgium, arrested him over the weekend.

Los segundos previos al derrumbe del techo del Jet Set en Santo Domingo, en imágenes

Un video grabado en el lugar de los hechos muestra que ya caían escombros del techo de la discoteca antes de que se derrumbara.

In This French ‘Gypsy,’ Mama’s Got the Stuff. Daughter Too.

The soprano Natalie Dessay and her daughter, Neïma Naouri, team up to explore one of theater’s most toxic mother-daughter relationships.

Republicans Ponder the Unthinkable: Taxing the Rich

The idea of raising taxes on rich Americans has caught the Republican Party between its populist ambitions and low-tax instincts.

Cuomo Wins Backing of 2 Major Unions That Once Pushed Him to Resign

Former Gov. Andrew M. Cuomo’s bid for New York City mayor was endorsed by two of the city’s largest unions, Local 32BJ and the Hotel and Gaming Trades Council.

Two Postscripts on a Column

Two deeper histories on people mentioned in a recent column: a famous orator and a mother and son who survived the Holocaust.

Trump Moves to Put New Tariffs on Computer Chips and Drugs

Citing a national security statute, the administration has begun a process to investigate the impact of imported semiconductors and pharmaceuticals.

One Giant Stunt for Womankind

Blue Origin’s all-female flight proves that women are now free to enjoy capitalism’s most extravagant spoils alongside rich men.

Dumbledore and Others Are Cast for ‘Harry Potter’ TV Series

John Lithgow will play the Hogwarts headmaster in the HBO show, with Paapa Essiedu filling the role of Severus Snape.

Worth Thousands on the Black Market, Lego Kits Are Now a Target of Thieves

Some Lego sets have skyrocketed in value but behind the eye-popping price tags is a dark side: an underground market that fuels brazen thefts.

An Electric Chicken Breast Dinner With the Salad Built In

Yewande Komolafe’s ginger chicken with crisp napa salad is assertively seasoned and super speedy.

The Creator of ‘Cowboy Bebop’ Thinks Reality Is More Dystopian Than Sci-Fi

In an interview, Shinichiro Watanabe discusses his latest anime, “Lazarus,” a pharmaceutical mystery set in the near future.

Judge Pauses Trump’s Use of Alien Enemies Act to Deport Venezuelans in Colorado

The president’s efforts to invoke a wartime statute to deport scores of Venezuelan immigrants have set off one of the most contentious legal battles of his second term.

Inside Trump’s Pressure Campaign on Universities

The opaque process, part of a strategy by conservatives to realign the liberal tilt of elite universities, has upended higher education.

What if Mark Zuckerberg Had Not Bought Instagram and WhatsApp?

Meta’s antitrust trial, in which the government contends the company killed competition by buying young rivals, hinges on unknowable alternate versions of Silicon Valley history.

EE. UU. insiste en oponerse al retorno del hombre deportado por error a El Salvador

El Departamento de Justicia afirmó que los tribunales no pueden dirigir la política exterior del presidente forzando la devolución de un hombre enviado ilegalmente a una prisión salvadoreña.

Britain Cuts Tariffs on Dozens of Products as Global Trade Tensions Rise

British officials also announced more financing for exporters as the country sought to protect firms hurt by tariffs.

Trump Says He Was Told Russia’s Deadly Strike Was a ‘Mistake’

It was not immediately clear what President Trump meant when he said he had been told Russia “made a mistake” with its missile strike on the Ukrainian city of Sumy.

DOGE Cuts Hobble Office That Would Aid NASA and SpaceX Mars Landings

The Astrogeology Science Center, which has helped astronauts and robots reach other worlds safely, is facing a substantial number of job reductions.

Mark Zuckerberg Takes Stand to Defend Meta Against Antitrust Suit

Mr. Zuckerberg went to court on Monday in a trial focused on his social media company’s acquisitions of Instagram and WhatsApp. The case could reshape Meta’s business.

Pete Marocco, Who Helped Gut Foreign Aid for Trump, Leaves State Department

Pete Marocco oversaw the cutting of thousands of contracts at U.S.A.I.D. and the firing of most of its roughly 10,000 workers. Aid agency employees have accused him of mismanagement.

Can You Uncover the Hidden Titles of a Dozen Recent Best Sellers?

Test your knowledge of the best-selling books (so far) in 2025 and build a reading list along the way.

Corrections: April 13, 2025

Corrections that appeared in print on Sunday, April 13, 2025.

No Corrections: April 14, 2025

No corrections appeared in print on Monday, April 14, 2025.

Trump Describes Russia’s Deadly Strike on Ukrainian City as ‘Horrible’

At least 35 people were killed in the attack on Sumy, which came as Ukraine’s leader urged President Trump to come witness the realities of war firsthand.

When Elected Leaders Pursue Risky Policies, What Can Stop Them?

President Trump issued a partial, temporary reprieve on tariffs that had sent the stock market tumbling. He did so only after U.S. government bonds showed signs of distress.

Military Leader Wins Presidential Election in Gabon

Brice Oligui Nguema had promised to relinquish power after he led a coup in 2023. He now is set to lead the oil-rich country for the next seven years.

‘Simply Bad Business’: Corporate Gloom Rises Over Trump’s Tariffs

Global markets are bouncing back, but a new survey of company chiefs finds that they’re on edge and are looking to cut back on investment.

Why Europe Fears a Flood of Cheap Goods From China

President Trump’s tariffs on China could lead to a hazardous scenario for European countries: the dumping of artificially cheap products that could undermine local industries.

‘Transformative’ Design That Celebrates Differences

An architect in Southern California wanted to create a larger home for her family. She was inspired, in part, by West African textiles and a dress she wore as a teenager.

‘White Lotus’ Star Aimee Lou Wood Criticizes S.N.L. For ‘Mean’ Sketch

The actress in HBO’s “The White Lotus,” said she had received thousands of messages of support after “Saturday Night Live” mocked her smile.

Mike Rogers Runs for Senate in Michigan After a Close 2024 Loss

The Republican former congressman, who was narrowly beaten by Elissa Slotkin in a marquee Senate matchup in 2024, hopes to fill the seat being vacated by Senator Gary Peters.

The U.S.-China Trade War

Is a trade war with China worth it? We look at the arguments on both sides.

Her Business Was Thriving. Then Came the Tariffs.

An interview with Beth Benike, who fears for the survival of her small business under Trump’s tariffs.

Wordle Review No. 1,396

Scroll down for hints and conversation about the puzzle for Tuesday, April 15, 2025.

China Cuts Off Critical Exports, and Meta Goes on Trial

Plus, everybody wants a bunker.

Connections Companion No. 674

Scroll down for hints and conversation about the puzzle for Tuesday, April 15, 2025.

Una pequeña ciudad que perdió mucho en la tragedia de República Dominicana

En Haina, una ciudad a las afueras de la capital que perdió a más de dos decenas de personas, el desconsuelo por la catástrofe en una discoteca es quizá más palpable.

Why a Ukrainian Lawmaker Is Pushing to Legalize Pornography

Ukraine makes tax revenue off the creators of pornographic content, but also threatens them with prosecution. A draft law aims to fix what many say is an unfair contradiction.

Trump va contra las misiones médicas de Cuba en el mundo

El gobierno de Donald Trump ha empezado a retirar los visados estadounidenses a los funcionarios extranjeros de países que pagan al gobierno cubano por médicos y enfermeras.

¿Qué tan saludables son los espárragos?

Te contamos las propiedades de esta verdura primaveral y algunas maneras novedosas para prepararla.

Un cuento con una moraleja de 408 tentáculos

Érase una vez un niño que tuvo un pulpo como mascota. El pulpo resultó ser hembra, y ahí empieza la historia.

A Small City That Lost Big in the Dominican Nightclub Tragedy

Haina, a city just outside the Dominican capital, lost 25 people in the Jet Set disaster, including community leaders and cultural icons.

James Carville: How to Turn Trump’s Economic Chaos Against Him

Tie the president to the people’s pain, and make the message local.

Federal Work Force Prepares for Another Round of Mass Firings as Deadline Nears

The Trump administration’s drive to slash and overhaul the government, led by Elon Musk, has already led to tens of thousands of departures.

Why Developers Think Child Care Is Good for Business

Placing a preschool or day care center in a building can help sell the development to the community. It also makes the city stronger.

Are My Pants Really Supposed to Drag on the Ground?

Puddle pants, or trousers with floor length, pooling hems, are everywhere right now. Our critic offers tips for wearing them without tracking dirt around with you.

How to Evade Taxes in Ancient Rome? A 1,900-Year-Old Papyrus Offers a Guide.

A manuscript discovered in the Judean desert contains trial notes on an intricate tax-evasion scheme that involved forgery, fiscal fraud and the false sale of slaves.

This Is How Universities Can Escape Trump’s Trap, if They Dare

It’s been tried in other countries facing authoritarian crackdowns. It works.

El Salvador’s Leader Says He Won’t Return Wrongly Deported Maryland Man

An Oval Office meeting between President Trump and President Nayib Bukele of El Salvador was a blunt example of Mr. Trump’s defiance of the federal courts.

Larry Summers on Trump: ‘The First Rule of Holes Is Stop Digging’

The former treasury secretary on the president’s chaotic trade war.

Trump Wants to Reverse Coal’s Long Decline. It Won’t be Easy.

Coal has been displaced by cheap and plentiful natural gas and the rapid growth of wind and solar energy — forces that President Trump will struggle to do away with.

A Memoir of What A.I. Giveth, and What It Taketh Away

“Searches,” by Vauhini Vara, is both a memoir and a critical study of our digital selves.

Isabela Merced Is Ready to Slay (and Not Just Zombies)

Her new role in “The Last of Us,” and a coming turn in “Superman,” show a fiercer version of the actress, more in line with how she sees herself.

Rentals Under $4,000 in Los Angeles

A hillside bungalow in Topanga Canyon, a unit in a Hollywood condo building and an oceanfront apartment in Redondo Beach

Matt Gaetz Hit the Skids. These Days, It’s Not Disqualifying.

Striving to stay relevant, the former congressman is showing how in Trump World, political resurrection remains a possibility, no matter how low you go.

Mark Zuckerberg, Serial Witness, Takes the Hot Seat Again

Meta’s chief has grown accustomed to tough questioning in courts and hearings, but an antitrust trial that started Monday could be more grueling, experts said.

There’s a Lesson to Learn From Daniel Kahneman’s Death

If we are to live well, we need to be able to ask when a life is complete.

The Former C.I.A. Officer Capitalizing on Europe’s Military Spending Boom

Eric Slesinger made a career shift from the spy agency to venture capital, championing military start-ups as Europe beefed up its defenses amid an uncertain relationship with the United States.

Ancient Syrian Town Seeks Interfaith Peace After Long War

Syria’s civil war drove a wedge between the residents of the small town of Maaloula, where two-thirds are Christian and one-third Muslim. Can they live together peacefully again?

Trump Takes Aim at a Key Cuban Export: Its Worldwide Medical Missions

The administration has begun to pull the U.S. visas of foreign officials in countries that pay the Cuban government for doctors and nurses.

Poof! There Goes America’s Competitive Advantage in a Warming World

The Trump administration’s governance — and the president’s unhinged trade war on the entire world — has hurt America’s ability to meet climate goals.

Paddling the Wild River in New York’s Backyard

The Delaware is the East’s longest undammed river, a bit of wilderness that runs through heavily populated states. An annual paddle is an opportunity to explore it.

Is It OK to Shush People Who Are Noisy in Public?

A writer claims that we have a civic duty to tell people when they are disrupting others. Do you agree?

This Kidney Was Frozen for 10 Days. Could Surgeons Transplant It?

Scientists developed a way to freeze a large mammal’s kidney, which could ease organ shortages in the future. First, they had to see if their method would work in a pig.

Teachers Worry About Students Using A.I. But They Love It for Themselves.

Educators are increasingly using generative A.I. in their own work, even as they express profound hesitation about the ethics of student use.

How ‘Stranger Things’ Scaled Up for Broadway

A big opening scene that took about two-and-a-half years to perfect plunges theatergoers into the sci-fi world of the hit Netflix series.

A Natural Landscape That Lends Itself to Art

At the Tippet Rise Art Center in Montana, the philanthropists Cathy and Peter Halstead are creating a new model of sculpture park where the arts and nature can enhance each other.

Beige Is the Color of Money

Neutral hues have overtaken St. Moritz and other moneyed enclaves. “The ultrawealthy don’t want to show off,” says one luxury designer.

Saving Art from Climate Disasters

As storms and fires are on the rise, experts are under pressure to do more to protect collections in museums, galleries and even private homes from destruction.

In Canada’s Fight With Trump, She’s Playing Good Cop

Danielle Smith, the premier of the oil-rich province of Alberta, takes pride in her MAGA ties. As her country faces existential threats from President Trump, she thinks her party and her province stand to gain.

2,000 Years Later, Christians Are Still Worrying About Sex

In “Lower Than the Angels,” the historian Diarmaid MacCulloch traces two millenniums of libidinal frustration.

It’s a Mystery. No, It’s a Campus Novel. No, It’s Autofiction.

“The Proof of My Innocence” starts as a political whodunit but soon expands into a collage of literary genres.

Florida’s Hurricane-Battered Gulf Coast Beckons Spring Breakers: ‘We Are Open’

Some cities discourage spring breakers, but towns along the Gulf Coast, where every dollar is crucial after Hurricanes Helene and Milton, were eager for an influx.

An Absurd Dystopia Asks, What Happens to Families When Sex Is Taboo?

Sayaka Murata’s novel “Vanishing World” envisions an alternate universe where artificial insemination is the global norm, and sex takes a back seat.

This Company’s Surveillance Tech Makes Immigrants ‘Easy Pickings’ for Trump

Geo Group, a private prison firm that makes digital tools to track immigrants, becomes one of the Trump administration’s big business winners as its tech is increasingly used in deportations.

Where the Fashion Elite Meet to Eat

Raf’s, occupying the site of a decades-old bakery in NoHo, is thriving as a clubroom for the fashion crowd while mostly flying under the radar of social media.

How Healthy Is Asparagus?

Spring is the peak season for this nutrient-dense vegetable. Here’s how it benefits your body.

What We Know About the Attack on Gov. Josh Shapiro’s House in Pennsylvania

The governor was forced to evacuate from the official residence with his family. The authorities have charged a man with attempted murder, arson and terrorism.

China’s Leader Courts Vietnam as Trade War With the U.S. Mounts

Xi Jinping is in Southeast Asia to build bonds with countries that also face U.S. tariffs and have come under pressure from Washington to curb the transshipment of Chinese goods.

Blue Origin Crew Including Gayle King and Katy Perry Returns Safely After Space Launch

They were among the six women who made a 10-minute trip on Blue Origin’s New Shepard rocket, as the first all-female space crew in more than 60 years.

How a Private Health Crisis Has Loomed Over 2 Very Public Trials

Nadine Menendez’s breast cancer diagnosis has held a powerful grip on the government’s bribery case against her and her husband, Robert Menendez, New Jersey’s disgraced former senator.

How New Rules and High Costs Hobbled the Return of N.Y.C. Outdoor Dining

Only a small portion of the city’s restaurants have applied for permits to set up dining structures under new regulations. Owners say the process is complex and expensive.

A History Tour, With Lessons for the Future

I wanted to write a story about the changing perceptions of the United States among Europeans. I didn’t know that I would find an example as pointed as Henri Mignon.

Spelling Bee Forum

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

Palabra del día: ‘vermilion’

Esta palabra ha aparecido en 24 artículos en NYTimes.com en el último año. ¿Puedes usarla en una frase?

Word of the Day: vermilion

This word has appeared in 24 articles on NYTimes.com in the past year. Can you use it in a sentence?

‘WrestleMania 41,’ Plus 8 Things to Watch on TV this Week

John Cena continues his farewell tour, and ‘Abbott Elementary’ concludes its fourth season.

The U.S. Must Now Reckon With a Hegemon in the Mideast: Israel

Israel, more powerful than ever, has few incentives to make deals with its neighbors.

Trump’s Tariffs Leave No Safe Harbor for American Importers

For companies that have shifted factory production from China to other countries, the latest tariffs have undermined their strategy while sowing paralysis.

Rewiring Britain for an Era of Clean Energy

National Grid, which owns the high-voltage electricity grid in England and Wales, is rebuilding it in a government-backed drive to attract investment and tackle climate change.

The Musicians Who Knew a Malian Rock Star Pay Tribute to His Legacy

Amadou Bagayoko and his wife, the singer Mariam Doumbia, rose from icons in Mali to international success over the last two decades. After Mr. Bagayoko’s death, those who knew him chose a few of their favorite songs.

N.Y.C. Helicopter Company Shuts Operations After Deadly Crash, F.A.A. Says

All six people on board the craft, operated by New York Helicopter Tours, died when it crashed into the Hudson River on Thursday.