Fed Governor Calls for Rate Cuts as Soon as July
Christopher J. Waller, who was appointed by President Trump, said the central bank should not wait for the labor market to weaken.
Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs’s Ex-Assistant Says Mogul Told Staff to ‘Move Like SEAL Team 6’
Brendan Paul testified that his duties for Sean Combs involved getting drugs, setting up hotel rooms for sexual encounters and handling routine tasks.
Taco Bell’s Crunchwrap Supreme, an Unlikely Muse for Chefs, Turns 20
Twenty years after its debut, Taco Bell’s Crunchwrap Supreme has inspired a legion of dupes with its endlessly adaptable format.
Europe’s Growing Fear: How Trump Might Use U.S. Tech Dominance Against It
To comply with a Trump executive order, Microsoft recently suspended the email account of an International Criminal Court prosecutor in the Netherlands who was investigating Israel for war crimes.
Trump’s ‘Beautiful Bill’ Actually Pushes Manufacturing Abroad
A loophole in Trump’s policy bill would continue to encourage offshoring.
You Only Get Married a Few Times. Why Not Go All Out?
As the Jeff Bezos-Lauren Sánchez nuptials approach, a look at how second weddings went from low-key to lavish.
Trump’s Iran Deadline, and TikTok’s Future in the U.S.
Plus, a fast-food gimmick turns 20.
Forced to Wait for Trump, Israel Faces Strategic Dilemma in Iran
The Israeli military needs American help to destroy a key nuclear site in Iran. Waiting for that help comes with risks for Israel.
Clyburn Endorses Cuomo, Helping Him Broaden His Appeal to Black Voters
Representative James E. Clyburn of South Carolina is endorsing former Gov. Andrew M. Cuomo in the New York City mayor’s race as the June 24 primary nears.
Schumer and Jeffries Need to Step Up and Challenge Trump on War Powers
Failing to aggressively defend Congress’s role in authorizing war would be a serious blunder for Democrats.
Tuition Hikes and Layoffs Are Coming to a Broad Set of Universities
Schools say the Trump administration’s cuts to higher education are forcing them to consider extreme cost-cutting measures, even as more students than ever are heading to college this year.
Candidates’ Shift on Crime Turned the New York Mayor’s Race Upside Down
With “defund the police” still in New Yorkers’ ears, getting traction in the mayor’s race was complicated.
We Can’t Allow Political Violence to Become Normal
When we move on too quickly from an attack, we normalize it.
Under Pressure, Officials in Western India Move Against Abuse in Sugar Fields
Women are coerced into needless hysterectomies and girls are pushed into child marriages. After a court ruling and a Times investigation, things may be changing.
Why ‘Jaws’ Would Never Be Made Today
Would “Jaws,” the first blockbuster, be greenlit today? Probably not. Alissa Wilkinson, a New York Times film critic, breaks down why.
Hybrid Cars, Once Derided and Dismissed, Have Become Popular
Automakers and car buyers are taking a second, harder look at hybrids after leaving them behind for electric vehicles.
Seeking Jobs and Purpose, Fired Federal Workers Form New Networks
Government employees swept up in President Trump’s purge meet for happy hour and gather virtually as they navigate the stress of losing their careers and confront a tough job market.
Gratitude, Not Envy, Can Save America
Americans experience massive amounts of envy. It has led us to think we lack something, even as our prosperity soars.
Barbra Streisand on the Duets That Define Her: ‘I Like Drama’
With a new album due next week that pairs her with Paul McCartney, Bob Dylan, Laufey, Sam Smith and more, the singer looks back at her prized collaborations.
Kids Are in Crisis. Could Chatbot Therapy Help?
A number of companies are building A.I. apps for patients to talk to when human therapists aren’t available.
Airlines Challenge Protections For Travelers With Wheelchairs
A landmark rule to expand the rights of disabled air travelers has been hamstrung by a lawsuit from major airlines and delayed enforcement by the Transportation Department.
What’s Inside a 10th Floor ICE Office? New York Democrats Want to Know.
Seven members of Congress are accusing the federal authorities of blocking their right to examine conditions at what is supposed to be a temporary stop for detained immigrants.
In Harlem, a Juneteenth Celebration Revels in the Rhythms of Jazz
Music and dancing filled the streets Thursday night as residents turned out for the fourth annual Big Band Jubilee.
Will This Race Produce an Ally or Adversary for the Next New York Mayor?
The Democratic primary for public advocate pits Jumaane Williams, the progressive incumbent, against Jenifer Rajkumar, a moderate state lawmaker loyal to Mayor Eric Adams.
Black Voters Take Center Stage as N.Y.C. Mayor’s Race Enters Final Days
Adrienne Adams, the Black City Council speaker, has resisted pressure to cross-endorse Zohran Mamdani, renewing battle lines between some Black Democrats and progressives.
Jimmy Kimmel Isn’t Shocked by Trump’s Silence on Juneteenth
Kimmel imagined the Trump base’s reaction had the president acknowledged the holiday: “We’re the ones who stopped enslaving — they should have a holiday for us!”
A U.S. Attack on Iran Would Show the Limits of China’s Power
China, which depends on Iran for oil and to counter American influence, has a lot to lose from a wider war. But there’s not much it can do about it.
Chinese Companies Set Their Sights on Brazil
Confronted with tariffs and scrutiny in the United States and Europe, Chinese consumer brands are betting that they can become household names in Latin America’s biggest economy.
Appeals Court Lets Trump Keep Control of California National Guard in L.A.
A panel rejected a lower-court’s finding that it was likely illegal for President Trump to use state troops to protect immigration agents from protests.