Read the Ruling

Google violated the Sherman Antitrust Act “by willfully acquiring and maintaining monopoly power” in the online technology ad industry, the court said.

Robert E. McGinnis, Whose Lusty Illustrations Defined an Era, Dies at 99

In the 1960s and ’70s, his leggy femmes fatales beckoned from paperback covers and posters for movies like “Breakfast at Tiffany’s” and “Thunderball.”

Trump Threatens to Block International Students Unless Harvard Shares Student Data

The demand from the Department of Homeland Security is an escalation in President Trump’s fight against Harvard, the country’s oldest and richest university.

Paper Ballots, Hand Counting, No Machines: Canadians Go to the Polls

Canada’s federal election is on April 28. Here’s how it works.

All the President’s Flatterers

For Trump’s fawning enablers, Abrego Garcia’s imprisonment is just another feat to applaud.

The Dutch Love Their Bicycles. Helmets? Not So Much.

Cyclists comprise the highest number of road fatalities in the Netherlands. The country has introduced a campaign to promote helmets, but many cyclists are not convinced.

Saddle Up and Ride … to Walmart?

Four men casually rode their horses up and down the aisles in Louisiana.

Michelle Trachtenberg, actriz de ‘Gossip Girl’, murió por complicaciones de la diabetes

La oficina del médico forense de Nueva York determinó la causa y forma de su muerte tras revisar los resultados de las pruebas toxicológicas, dijo una portavoz.

Playboi Carti and His Offspring Ponder Life After Rage-Rap

As rap continues to move in chaotic directions, the Atlanta M.C. Ken Carson and the electro-pop singer 2hollis are harnessing the power of music that moves bodies.

Una ciudad dice que sí, que se pueden tener demasiados capibaras

El roedor más grande del mundo se está multiplicando —y creando divisiones— en uno de los barrios más exclusivos de Argentina.

This Miso-Sesame Vinaigrette Is Dinner Insurance

Toss it with noodles, toss it with greens, spoon it on fish or steak or chicken or tofu. It’s so good and so versatile.

Israeli Strike Kills at Least a Dozen in ‘Humanitarian Zone,’ Gazan Officials Say

Gaza’s Civil Defense, the local emergency rescue service, reported that an Israeli strike overnight into Thursday in the Mawasi encampment area killed at least a dozen people, including children. The Israeli military did not immediately respond to a request for comment.

Google Is a Monopolist in Online Advertising Tech, Judge Says

The ruling was the second time in a year that a federal court had found that Google had acted illegally to maintain its dominance.

White House Eyes Overhaul of Federal Housing Aid to the Poor

The Trump administration has considered sharply curtailing vouchers as part of its budget for the 2026 fiscal year.

Más de la mitad de Puerto Rico se encuentra sin electricidad

Hará falta al menos otro día para restablecer totalmente el servicio después de que una serie de fallos dejara sin electricidad a toda la isla el miércoles, dijeron las autoridades.

LVMH Abruptly Puts Dior Men in Jonathan Anderson’s Hands

A one-sentence statement served as the notice that Mr. Anderson, who reimagined LVMH’s Loewe brand, would lead men’s wear design at Dior.

Trade War to Weaken Global Growth and Increase Inflation, I.M.F. Warns

Kristalina Georgieva, the managing director of the International Monetary Fund, warned in a speech that protectionism erodes productivity.

No Corrections: April 17, 2025

No corrections appeared in print on Thursday, April 17, 2025.

More Than Half of Puerto Rico Remains Without Power

It will take at least another day to fully restore service after a series of failures blacked out the whole island on Wednesday, officials said.

Sculpture Museum in Dallas Names a New Director

Carlos Basualdo, a veteran curator who has spent most of his career at the Philadelphia Museum of Art, will take over the Nasher Sculpture Center next month.

European Central Bank Cuts Rates Amid ‘Exceptional’ Tariff Uncertainty

Policymakers lowered rates a quarter point and said that the region’s growth outlook had “deteriorated” because of rising trade tensions.

Magnolias Are in Bloom. It’s Time to Eat Them.

Plus: a boutique hotel near Joshua Tree, the rise of Japanese wine and more recommendations from T Magazine.

4 Men Charged With Trying to Smuggle Thousands of Ants From Kenya

The men, including two Belgian teenagers, pleaded guilty to smuggling thousands of live queen ants, which the Kenyan authorities said were destined for markets in Europe and Asia.

Israel Strikes Area With Tent Camps for Displaced Gazans

The attack on the Mawasi area of southern Gaza killed at least a dozen people, according to the emergency rescue service in the territory. Israel did not confirm the location of the attack.

What Is Tax-Exempt Status and Can the I.R.S. Revoke It From Harvard?

The university, like many colleges and charities, is exempt from federal income and property taxes, saving it billions of dollars. President Trump has questioned whether it should enjoy that status.

Trump Lashes Out at Fed Chair for Not Cutting Rates

Jerome Powell has said that the Federal Reserve can be patient as the effects of tariffs become more clear. President Trump, who is pushing for interest rate cuts, said, “Powell’s termination cannot come fast enough!”

Powell Faces Pressure From the Markets and Trump Over Rates

The Fed chair signaled the central bank will stand pat on borrowing costs despite President Trump’s trade fight. Investors and the president aren’t happy.

‘The Ugly Stepsister’ Review: Nipped, Tucked and Royally Fussed Over

This deliciously nasty reworking of the Cinderella fairy tale imagines how far one of the stepsisters would go to marry her prince.

Trump Targets K-12

We explain why the president is taking on public schools, and how officials are responding.

Nvidia C.E.O. Meets With Chinese Trade Officials in Beijing

The day before the visit by Jensen Huang, lawmakers in Washington said they were investigating whether the chipmaker’s sales in China violated U.S. rules.

Daily Pill May Work as Well as Ozempic for Weight Loss and Blood Sugar

Eli Lilly said clinical results of its GLP-1 in pill form showed safety and efficacy data similar to blockbuster injectable drugs.

U.K. Court Ruling on Trans Women Is Part of Wider Debate on Sex and Gender

President Trump and right-wing politicians in Europe have railed against trans rights. Britain’s top court has now added its voice to the discussion.

The Trial Mark Zuckerberg Couldn’t Prevent

President Trump, the Meta chief executive and one of the most aggressive cases the government has ever brought against a big tech company.

New Pushback to Trump’s Deportations, and Climate Research Under Threat

Plus, a capybara controversy in Argentina.

Connections Companion No. 677

Scroll down for hints and conversation about the puzzle for Friday, April 18, 2025.

Wordle Review No. 1,399

Scroll down for hints and conversation about the puzzle for Friday, April 18, 2025.

Central U.S. Faces the Return of Severe Storms and Flooding Threats

Forecasters warned of heavy rain and thunderstorms, raising the risk of floods through the weekend.

En EE. UU., los paquetes de Shein y Temu tendrán nuevos y costosos cargos

El gobierno de Trump pondrá fin a una laguna comercial que permitía la entrega de productos de bajo costo procedentes China a las puertas de los estadounidenses, sin pagar aranceles.

De la supervivencia a la prosperidad: el regreso de Gloria Gaynor

La cantante, que se convirtió en la encarnación de la defensa de uno mismo —gracias a su himno “I Will Survive”— luchó durante años contra la baja autoestima.

The Supreme Court Can’t Save America, but Here’s What It Can Do

The justices and the American people must hold the line together.

Seeking a Hudson Valley Homestead That Could House Three Generations

After growing up in Beacon, N.Y., and drifting apart as adults, two siblings plotted their return — and brought their mother and kids along, too.

Michigan’s Newest Senate Candidate Urges Tougher Stance on Trump

Dr. Abdul El-Sayed, a progressive former public health official, is joining the Democratic race to succeed Senator Gary Peters, who is retiring.

Even Levitating in Space, Katy Perry Manages to Get Dunked On

The maker of numerous pop hits has always had trouble getting respect.

Republican Lawmakers Face Fresh Backlash to Trump at Home

Despite some attempts to create controlled environments aimed at thwarting disruptions by protesters, congressional Republicans who are holding town halls are catching continued heat from their constituents.

A Baritone Walks in Bernstein’s and Mahler’s Footsteps

Thomas Oliemans came to New York to sing at the Metropolitan Opera. While he was here, he took a musical walking tour.

How Is Economic Uncertainty Affecting You and Your Family?

President Trump’s latest wave of on-again, off-again tariffs has created anxiety for global markets, businesses and consumers.

The Emergency Is Here

Trump is disappearing people to a Salvadoran prison for terrorists. And he says he wants to send “homegrown” Americans there next.

Bret Stephens on What Trump Gets Right, Wrong and Really, Really Wrong

The columnist on the value of acknowledging the president’s wins.

Would Joan Didion Have Wanted the World to See Her Notes on Therapy?

Readers can decide when “Notes to John,” which shows the writer grappling with guilt and vulnerability, is published next week.

Can China Fight Deflation and Trump’s Tariffs at the Same Time?

China is facing a double whammy: corrosive deflation and tariffs that threaten to block trade. Chinese workers will be the biggest casualties.

36 Hours in Orlando, Fla.

Orlando is a collection of neighborhoods, each with its own personality. There are hipster hangouts, microbreweries, an elegant shopping neighborhood — and airboats through the wetlands where you might just spot an alligator.

A Legal Battle Over Trump’s Threats to Public School Funding Has Begun

Can President Trump withhold federal money for low-income students? A brewing fight over diversity, equity and inclusion programs may force the courts to decide.

The Hype at Coachella This Year? Billboards.

Some of the hottest advertising space is deep in the California desert, where Lady Gaga, Charli XCX, Djo, Post Malone and more generate buzz for their festival sets.

What if There’s No Way to Stop Trump’s Approach to Power?

And how this could all go down in the courts.

The Emergency Is Here

Trump is disappearing people to a Salvadoran prison for terrorists. And he says he wants to send “homegrown” Americans there next.

A Harlem Youth Center Still Thrives in an Uncertain Moment

Three years after opening its visual jolt of a new headquarters, the Brotherhood Sister Sol has become even more of a haven for the young people it serves.

What if There’s No Way to Stop Trump’s Approach to Power?

And how this could all go down in the courts.

How Will Cuts to Climate Research Funding Affect Our Health?

The National Institutes of Health is set to cut funding for research that seeks to understand the health effects of climate change. The policy change would stymie a wide body of research that scientists say is critical to protecting people against the dangers of climate change. Maggie Astor, a Well reporter, explains.

Homes for Sale in Manhattan and Queens

This week’s properties are in the financial district, the Upper West Side and Woodside.

To Understand Global Migration, You Have to See It First

These estimates, drawn from the location data of three billion Facebook users, provide a view of human migration in extraordinary detail.

A New Picture of Global Migration

Dive into a new data set released by Meta, charting immigration flows among 181 countries over four years.

Who Are the Women of the Pronatalist Movement?

At a convention for people concerned about falling birthrates, the women in attendance think motherhood needs a rebrand.

Homes for Sale in Connecticut and New York

This week’s properties are a two-bedroom lake house in Ridgefield and a four-bedroom home Bronxville.

Mr. Zuckerberg Goes to Washington and Buys a Mansion

Mark Zuckerberg’s political ideology and tastes have evolved. His real estate portfolio reflects the shift.

A Monsoon Is About to Hit These Pirates

Jinkx Monsoon talks about feeling like a lifetime of hard work is finally paying off, and her return to Broadway as a zany maid in “Pirates! The Penzance Musical.”

‘The Wedding Banquet’ Review: The Family You Find

A retelling of Ang Lee’s classic of queer cinema comes at the same farcical situation in a new way.

‘Sinners’ Review: Ryan Coogler’s Southern Horror Fantasia

The director goes boldly out there in his fifth feature, a genre-defying, mind-bending shoot-em-up that stars Michael B. Jordan as twins.

‘The Shrouds’ Review: For Cronenberg, Grief Is an Obsession

The director’s latest stars Vincent Cassel as an entrepreneur who mourns the death of his wife by inventing technology that surveils her entombed body.

‘Queens of Drama’ Review: A Half-Century Feud

Alexis Langlois’s musical romance is an unruly story of a love-hate relationship between two ambitious musicians.

‘The President’s Wife’ Review: Would Madame Get Your Vote?

Catherine Deneuve plays the former French first lady Bernadette Chirac in this puckish, highly fictionalized biopic with a pop-feminist edge.

‘The Legend of Ochi’ Review: The Great, Familiar Adventure

A 1980s throwback movie about a teenager who sets out on a journey with a mysterious being.

Hundreds of Giant Rodents ‘Conquered’ This Town. Now What?

The world’s largest rodent is multiplying in — and dividing — one of Argentina’s most exclusive gated communities.

‘Invention’ Review: Patent Pensive

In this strange experimental feature from Courtney Stephens and Callie Hernandez, a grieving daughter investigates the mysterious gadget her father left behind.

Capybaras Make Posh Argentine Neighborhood Their Home

Over the past two years, biologists estimate the capybara population has tripled to nearly 1,000 in this gated community in Argentina.

Can the Menendez Brothers Get Parole?

The Menendez brothers were sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole, but after recent documentaries and TV shows, new evidence has been introduced, and some are pushing for the case to be revisited. Matt Stevens and Tim Arango, reporters for The New York Times, explain the Menendez brothers’ legal avenues to freedom.

Lawyer Up? Increasingly, Americans Won’t, or Can’t.

It’s dangerous to go to court without legal representation — but more Americans are going it alone.

What We Saw at New York Bridal Fashion Week

There was something for everyone as designers displayed a variety of looks, from voluminous ball gowns and two-piece dresses to bubble hemlines and sleek halternecks.

Is New York Becoming the City That Sleeps?

Bar owners say 4 a.m. liquor licenses are increasingly difficult to obtain, leaving revelers to settle for earlier bed times.

Gloria Gaynor Hit Hard Times After ‘I Will Survive.’ Now She’s Back.

The disco queen was in the doldrums before she decided to take control of her life and career. Now, at 81, she’s reaping the rewards.

Trump Cuts Likely to Curtail Study of Climate Change’s Health Effects

The N.I.H. has indicated that it will stop funding research on the topic. Scientists said that would make it harder to protect people.

In 1917, 3 Portuguese Children Saw the Virgin. The Rest Is Top-Secret.

In his personal, engaging new book, “Sorrowful Mysteries,” the novelist and journalist Stephen Harrigan explores the enduring power of the Virgin of Fatima.

The Russian Spies Who Lived Among Us — in New Jersey

In his new book, “The Illegals,” Shaun Walker studies the Russian agents who worked deep undercover as Americans for decades.

Need a Small Treat? 21 Suggestions from Busy Creative Types

Bernadette Peters, Dichen Lachman, Delia Ephron and more share their tiny joys for tough days.

Low-Income Renters Can’t Get the Housing Vouchers They Need

A fraction of rent-burdened households receive Section 8 vouchers — and they may not even be able to use them.

For This Artist, Doomscrolling Isn’t a Bad Thing

Jon Rafman’s liberal use of artificial intelligence is on full, dark display in an exhibition that features a kind of MTV warped by internet subcultures.

A Cheapskate in London

Our Frugal Travel columnist took a budget-stretching, four-day trip to one of the world’s most expensive cities. Would chasing bargains lessen, or enhance, her experience?

Meghan Daum Has a Plan for Replacing Books Destroyed in the L.A. Fires

She is one of many authors who lost their homes in January. “Surely,” she says, “readers would love nothing more than to send their favorite books to their favorite writers.”

When a Small Rejection Feels Like ‘the End of the World’

For people who identify with “rejection sensitive dysphoria,” perceived criticism can be overwhelming.

The Ukrainian Schoolmaster Teaching History to His Invaders

Vitalii Dribnytsia engages with Russians online to correct Kremlin propaganda about Ukraine. Over time, he has come to realize his more important audience is Ukrainians themselves.

Can an Institution With a Horrific Past Be Rebuilt for a Promising Future?

The former Hospital for the Negro Insane of Maryland was once the state’s most crowded psychiatric institution. Pulling off a plan to redevelop it won’t be easy.

La mina es estadounidense, pero los minerales son de China

Una mina brasileña de tierras raras respaldada por inversores estadounidenses ilustra el control de China sobre los minerales estratégicos que sustentan la economía moderna.

Texas Is Poised to Create a $1 Billion Private School Voucher Program

The Texas House approved the plan, part of a push by President Trump’s allies to offer up to about $10,000 for private school, home-school or virtual learning.

Astrónomos detectan una posible señal de que habría vida en un planeta lejano

Se necesitan más estudios para determinar si K2-18b, que orbita alrededor de una estrella situada a 120 años luz, está habitado, o incluso es habitable.

The Firefighter With O.C.D. and the Vaccine He Believed Would Kill Him

For years, Timmy Reen tried to hide his compulsions and rituals from everyone at his New York City firehouse — until his secret was forced out in the open.

Brick Wall

What do you think this image is communicating?

The Child Care Crisis Is Motivating These New York City Voters

Parents are fed up, and the candidates for mayor appear to be paying attention. Many have built campaigns on a promise to make New York more affordable, with child care as a centerpiece.

Spelling Bee Forum

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

Stephen Colbert Defends PBS and NPR Against Trump’s Defunding Plan

Colbert said both public media entities are “already operating on a shoestring budget — Daniel Tiger can’t even afford to wear pants.”

El colorido culto a las ollas de Le Creuset

Estos preciados utensilios de cocina, que acaban de cumplir un siglo, han inspirado a generaciones de cocineros caseros y fanáticos que buscan frenéticamente sus formas y tonos favoritos.

Palabra del día: ‘tureen’

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

Word of the Day: tureen

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

Trump Has Botched His Tariff War With China

Trump thinks he holds all the cards in this high-stakes game, but he’s wrong.

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.

He Wanted Peace in the Middle East. ICE Wants to Deport 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.

Stoking Uncertainty, Fyre Fest Organizers Again Scrap Location

The organizers of Fyre Festival 2, a sequel to the ill-fated music event in 2017, said the festival would not longer take place in Playa del Carmen.

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, a 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

T Mag Culture Issue 2025 Images

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.