New York Times Top Stories
Demond Wilson, Long-Suffering Son on ‘Sanford and Son,’ Dies at 79
As Lamont, he was a young man in constant battle with his father and business partner, played by Redd Foxx, on the popular 1970s series.
New York Times Top StoriesNew York Times Top StoriesAlex Pretti Memorial Grows, a Week After He Was Killed
One week after the I.C.U. nurse was shot dead by federal agents, tributes continue to build on the sidewalk where he fell.
New York Times Top StoriesFederal Judge Denies Request to Block ICE Surge in Minnesota
Local officials had sought a preliminary injunction to stop the federal deployment of some 3,000 immigration agents to Minnesota, arguing that the move amounted to a violation of state sovereignty.
New York Times Top StoriesBovino Is Said to Have Mocked Prosecutor’s Jewish Faith on Call With Lawyers
Gregory Bovino, the Border Patrol field leader, made disparaging remarks in reference to the U.S. attorney in Minnesota, an Orthodox Jew, people with knowledge of the phone call said.
New York Times Top StoriesShould Any Programs Help Minority Groups? In Lawsuits, Conservatives Say No.
Lawyers have filed a rush of lawsuits against corporations, law firms, health care companies, art groups and nonprofits. And they are mostly winning.
New York Times Top StoriesPhysician Assistants Are Everywhere. Should You See One?
They wear white coats and do many things a doctor would do — and their numbers are increasing rapidly.
New York Times Top StoriesPierre Poilievre Is Retained as Leader of Canada’s Conservatives
Pierre Poilievre, a populist who led the Conservative Party to defeat last year, was retained as its leader on Friday, despite his dismal poll numbers.
New York Times Top StoriesDeadly Israeli Strikes in Gaza, as Rafah Border Is Set to Reopen
A local health official said at least 26 people had been killed in the attacks, which the Israeli military said had targeted Hamas commanders. The opening of the border was seen as progress in the cease-fire.
New York Times Top StoriesThe Latest Way to Create an Isolated Retreat: Buy a Whole Village
Wealthy buyers and tourism entrepreneurs are acquiring abandoned European villages — school, church and bar included.
New York Times Top StoriesICE Took Their Classmate. They Started Writing Letters.
Letters from students living in fear.
New York Times Top StoriesSlovenian Sphinx Flick Nixed!
Melania’s movie, not exactly boffo box office.
New York Times Top StoriesTrump Could Interfere With the Midterm Elections. Here’s How to Help.
The sanctity of the 2026 vote is indeed under threat.
New York Times Top StoriesIs the ICE Crackdown Finally Backfiring on Trump?
Amid national protests, the round table convenes to debate what anti-ICE tactics should look like.
New York Times Top StoriesSyria Must Protect Its Minorities
Without protection for the Kurds and other ethnic minorities, Syria will never be stable.
New York Times Top StoriesGood Company
Let’s talk about the new and old shows we’ll be watching this winter.
New York Times Top StoriesThese Gazans May Finally Get a Lifeline to the World
Thousands of Palestinians are waiting to be evacuated for medical treatment as the border between Gaza and Egypt looks set to reopen in the coming days.
New York Times Top StoriesKevin Warsh Has a Tough Job Ahead. It’s Not the First Time.
Mr. Warsh is known as a consensus builder, skills he will need if he is to head the Federal Reserve when President Trump is demanding rock-bottom rates.
New York Times Top StoriesA Hawkish Kevin Warsh at the Fed Could Haunt Bessent
The Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent tried to avoid providing President Trump with a clear recommendation to lead the central bank.
New York Times Top StoriesSell America Is the New Trade on Wall Street
Investors are increasingly souring on the United States, as illustrated by the declining dollar, the stalled stock market and rising government borrowing costs.
New York Times Top StoriesPoliticians Are Calling the Protests in Minnesota an Insurgency
The term, used to describe war, poses dangers when applied to American political unrest.
New York Times Top StoriesHow Fear of ICE Upended Life in One Minnesota School District
In Fridley, a Minneapolis suburb, school officials are driving nervous teachers and buying families groceries. At dismissal, the superintendent patrols for federal agents.
New York Times Top StoriesRussia’s Oil Revenue Is Plummeting
The new reality has forced the Kremlin to raise taxes and increase debt, and hovers over peace talks with Ukraine.
New York Times Top StoriesUsha Vance’s Pregnancy Becomes a Talking Point
The announcement that the second family is expecting a fourth child has turned Ms. Vance into a symbol of success for proponents of conservative family values.
New York Times Top StoriesEnergy Bills Have Soared Recently. How Can States Bring Costs Down?
Energy experts said that governors and legislatures have tools to keep electricity prices from rising further, and might even be able to lower them.
New York Times Top StoriesFor Hassett, Loyalty to Trump Became a Liability in Fed Race
Kevin A. Hassett had been seen as the front-runner in the Fed race, but his deep ties to the president raised questions about his independence.
New York Times Top StoriesWhat to Know About the Alexander Brothers Sex Trafficking Trial
The men used their wealth and fame to lure women and then assault them, prosecutors say. The brothers have denied all allegations.
New York Times Top StoriesR&B May Have a Major Grammys Night. Leon Thomas Is Ready.
The 32-year-old performer has spent years coming up as a singer and songwriter. On Sunday, he’ll compete for two top awards, album of the year and best new artist.
New York Times Top StoriesAt a Grammys Light on Drama, All Eyes Will Be on Bad Bunny
Kendrick Lamar has the most nominations on Sunday, followed by Lady Gaga. But one week before his Super Bowl halftime show, the Puerto Rican superstar could make history.
New York Times Top StoriesU.S. Allies Are Drawing Closer to China, but on Beijing’s Terms
As Washington unsettles its partners, Beijing is reaping diplomatic gains, without backing down on human rights, trade or security.
New York Times Top StoriesHow Europe Is Moving to Reduce Dependence on Trump
Since President Trump made threats about Greenland, the continent’s leaders have debated the rapid deterioration of U.S. ties in policy papers and at dinner.