New York Times Top Stories: Posts

New York Times Top Stories

Scientists Revive the Dire Wolf, or Something Close

Dire wolves, made famous by “Game of Thrones,” went extinct some 13,000 years ago. Now, researchers have bred gray-wolf pups that carry genes of their ancient cousins.

Continue Reading…

New York Times Top Stories

Trump Asks Supreme Court to Block Order to Return Man Wrongly Deported to El Salvador

The government said Judge Paula Xinis, who ordered that the administration return the migrant, Kilmar Armando Abrego Garcia, by Monday, had engaged in “district-court diplomacy.”

Continue Reading…

New York Times Top Stories

Justice Dept. Raises Executive Privilege to Try to Muzzle Fired Pardon Attorney

A fight over the testimony of Elizabeth G. Oyer could have a ripple effect on whether other fired Justice Department lawyers speak publicly about their experiences.

Continue Reading…

New York Times Top Stories

Appeals Court Blocks Trump Firings, Reinstating 2 Federal Board Leaders

A full appeals court panel voted 7-4 to restore Cathy Harris and Gwynne Wilcox to their positions, setting up an expected Supreme Court finale.

Continue Reading…

New York Times Top Stories

RFK Jr. to Kick Off MAHA Tour on Fighting Chronic Disease

After a second measles death in West Texas, the health secretary is expected to begin a tour through the Southwest to showcase nutrition legislation, among other priorities.

Continue Reading…

New York Times Top Stories

The Nutritionist Marion Nestle Meets Her Moment, At 88

After five decades in the field of nutrition, Dr. Marion Nestle thought she had seen it all. Then came “Make America Healthy Again.”

Continue Reading…

New York Times Top Stories

A $4 Billion Sex Abuse Settlement in L.A., After Childhoods of ‘Pure Hell’

Thousands of plaintiffs, once children in Los Angeles County’s juvenile detention and foster care systems, are part of a record-breaking payout.

Continue Reading…

New York Times Top Stories

Why Earthquake Relief Is Slow to Reach Myanmar

Critics say the country’s often-incompetent military government has delayed and restricted the arrival and distribution of crucial aid.

Continue Reading…

New York Times Top Stories

What to Know About the Destructive Spring Storm System

Heavy rains, damaging winds and dangerous floods have ravaged the South and the Midwest for days, killing at least 18 people.

Continue Reading…

New York Times Top Stories

What Is a Bear Market? Are We in One?

A bear market occurs when stocks fall 20 percent from a recent peak. As global markets continue their meltdown, here’s what it means for your money and the economy.

Continue Reading…

New York Times Top Stories

JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon Warns of Economic Pain From Trump’s Tariffs

In his annual letter to shareholders, Jamie Dimon, the chief executive of JPMorgan Chase, wrote that a trade fight could dampen consumer and investor confidence and increase inflation.

Continue Reading…

New York Times Top Stories

Lawsuit Accuses Prominent Palestinian American of Supporting Hamas

The complaint against the businessman, Bashar Masri, does not say that he knew about the Oct. 7 attack in advance but does assert that he was aware of the Hamas military infrastructure at his properties.

Continue Reading…

New York Times Top Stories

U.S. Visa Ban Adds to South Sudan’s Mounting Troubles

The Trump administration’s revocation of all visas held by South Sudanese nationals comes as the East African nation faces the threat of renewed war.

Continue Reading…

New York Times Top Stories

Trump’s Least Favorite Judge Has Friends in High Places

To President Trump, Judge James E. Boasberg is “a troublemaker” and a “Radical Left Lunatic.” But his record and biography, including a friendship with Justice Brett M. Kavanaugh, say otherwise.

Continue Reading…

New York Times Top Stories

As RFK Jr. Champions Chronic Disease Prevention, Key Research Is Cut

Two significant programs that invested in research on diabetes, dementia, obesity and kidney disease have ended since the start of the Trump administration.

Continue Reading…

New York Times Top Stories

Blanca, an Acclaimed Brooklyn Restaurant, Is Closing

The quirky tasting counter behind Roberta’s pizzeria mixed low-key vibes with high-stakes cuisine.

Continue Reading…

New York Times Top Stories

Europe Is Ready to Make Its First Countermove to Trump Tariffs

European Union officials will vet and vote on a list of retaliatory tariffs this week, while contemplating what comes next.

Continue Reading…

New York Times Top Stories

What to Know About the Destructive Spring Storm System

Heavy rains, damaging winds and dangerous floods have ravaged the South and the Midwest for days, killing at least 18 people.

Continue Reading…

New York Times Top Stories

Stocks Plunge Worldwide, and Trump Faces Mass Protests

Plus, Wayne Gretzky’s record finally falls.

Continue Reading…

New York Times Top Stories

How Contracting Work Became a Race to the Bottom

The reality of being a contractor includes inexperienced workers, sketchy business practices and low, low margins.

Continue Reading…

New York Times Top Stories

Everything Is Going According to Plan

Will President Trump’s tariffs go down as one of the 100 worst decisions in presidential history? 50? 10?

Continue Reading…

New York Times Top Stories

Adrienne Adams Pitches Guaranteed Income as Major Campaign Proposal

Adrienne Adams, the New York City Council speaker who is running for mayor, will release a plan to provide guaranteed income for homeless families.

Continue Reading…

New York Times Top Stories

Trump’s Trade War Raises Bar for Fed Rate Cuts

Tariffs set to take effect this week risk stoking even higher inflation and slower growth than expected, complicating the central bank’s decisions on monetary policy.

Continue Reading…

New York Times Top Stories

A Split on the Right Over Whether Teenagers Can Have Guns

Conservative judges have come to opposite conclusions on what the Second Amendment has to say about limiting the gun rights of those under 21.

Continue Reading…

New York Times Top Stories

‘The Tsunami Is Coming’: China’s Global Exports Are Just Getting Started

A staggering $1.9 trillion in extra industrial lending is fueling a continued flood of exports that could be spread even wider across the world by the Trump tariffs.

Continue Reading…

New York Times Top Stories

‘The White Lotus’: Jason Isaacs on His Character’s Fate in the Finale

The actor discussed accents, the awkwardness of onscreen nudity and his character’s surprising fate in the season finale.

Continue Reading…

New York Times Top Stories

Gulf Coast Shrimpers See Hope in Trump’s Tariffs

After years struggling to compete with cheaper, farm-raised imported shrimp, shrimpers from Florida to Louisiana are optimistic that the new tariffs will help them.

Continue Reading…

New York Times Top Stories

Trump’s Crusade Against Antisemitism Is Extremely Bad for the Jews

Antisemitism is real. But the enemy of our enemy is not necessarily our friend.

Continue Reading…

New York Times Top Stories

Ukraine Questions Value of Black Sea Truce With Russia

Ukrainian Navy officers and business owners in the port city pondered what Kyiv could gain from a truce after it pushed back Russian vessels and resumed commercial shipping.

Continue Reading…

New York Times Top Stories

Kennedy’s Plan to Send Health Officials to ‘Indian Country’ Angers Native Leaders

Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. says he is committed to improving the Indian Health Service. Native American leaders have doubts. “It’s shameful,” one said.

Continue Reading…