Hoarding Is Driving Energy Prices Higher Everywhere
Wed, 22 Apr 2026 18:23 ISTAs wealthy nations scramble to secure stocks of oil, the result is higher prices for all and shortages in vulnerable countries.
What Was the 2015 Iran Nuclear Deal?
Wed, 22 Apr 2026 06:35 ISTPresident Trump has ridiculed President Barack Obama and the agreement, which he withdrew from during his first term. His critics say he could have avoided a war had he left it in place.
To Iran, Trump Blinked First by Extending the Cease-Fire
Wed, 22 Apr 2026 17:21 ISTIran’s leaders believe that they can withstand an enduring standoff longer than President Trump. The strategy could be economically devastating for average Iranians.
Democrats Win Big in Election Map Fight, and Influencers Push Nicotine as a Health Hack
Wed, 22 Apr 2026 15:30 ISTPlus, how rainforests can bounce back.
In Virginia Redistricting Win, Democrats Play Hardball to Thwart Trump
Wed, 22 Apr 2026 18:17 IST“We cannot bring a stick to a knife fight”: Democrats are increasingly open to extreme measures, including gerrymandering, when the stakes are high.
Virginia Passes Gerrymandered Map to Help Democrats in Midterms: 4 Takeaways
Wed, 22 Apr 2026 12:01 ISTVirginia’s approval of an aggressive gerrymander could give Democrats up to four additional House seats as they seek to win back Congress.
A $440,000 Breast Reduction: How Doctors Cashed In on the No Surprises Act and Arbitration
Wed, 22 Apr 2026 18:54 ISTA law meant to end surprise medical billing accidentally created a multibillion-dollar industry that is making doctors richer.
Pace of N.I.H. Funding Slows Further in Trump’s Second Year
Wed, 22 Apr 2026 19:31 ISTThe agency has approved far fewer new grants than it did in years past. A renewed effort to screen for disfavored terms and a loss of personnel are contributing.
Kevin Warsh, Trump’s Fed Pick, Has Tough Task Shedding ‘Sock Puppet’ Label
Wed, 22 Apr 2026 20:17 ISTKevin M. Warsh, at his confirmation hearing to lead the Federal Reserve, sought to dispel doubts that he would yield to President Trump’s demand for lower rates.
Trump’s Immigration Crackdown Pervades Long Island Suburbs
Wed, 22 Apr 2026 14:30 ISTMigrant arrest rates have been high in places like Long Island, where federal agents benefit from stealth and the aid of local politicians.
Anthropic’s New Mythos A.I. Model Sets Off Global Alarms
Wed, 22 Apr 2026 20:03 ISTMythos has triggered emergency responses from central banks and intelligence agencies globally, as Anthropic decides who has access to the powerful model.
Anthropic’s Leaked Code Tests Copyright Challenges in A.I. Era
Wed, 22 Apr 2026 20:07 ISTArtificial intelligence tools are making it faster than ever to reproduce creative work. Does copyright even matter anymore?
Musk’s SpaceX Goals Shift Ahead of Its I.P.O.
Wed, 22 Apr 2026 14:31 ISTAs SpaceX prepares to go public, Mr. Musk has proposed moonshots that differ from the company’s original aim of reaching Mars.
Threat of Evictions Darkens Russia’s Rosy Picture of Occupied Ukraine
Wed, 22 Apr 2026 14:30 ISTA new law forces Ukrainians in the captured regions to get Russian title deeds or risk losing their homes.
EU Considers $106 Billion Loan to Ukraine, Delayed for Months by Orban
Wed, 22 Apr 2026 19:18 ISTAfter months of impasse because of objections from Hungary’s prime minister, Viktor Orban, E.U. ambassadors took a critical step on the way to disbursing the much-needed money.
College Where Charlie Kirk Was Killed Revokes Graduation Speaker’s Invite
Wed, 22 Apr 2026 18:57 ISTUtah Valley University was thrilled that Sharon McMahon, a best-selling author, would speak at its graduation. And then her old posts resurfaced.
Two Drugs Stir Hope for Treatment of Deadly Pancreatic Cancer
Wed, 22 Apr 2026 09:18 ISTIn separate small clinical trials, two treatments showed promise that they could help patients with one of the most dire diagnoses in oncology.
Dave Mason, Songwriter Who Co-Founded Traffic, Dies at 79
Wed, 22 Apr 2026 17:16 ISTThe English singer and guitarist wrote mainstays of the classic-rock canon like “Feelin’ Alright?” and “Only You Know and I Know.” He also had a successful solo career.
‘Free Births’ Are a New Pregnancy Trend. Critics Warn About Serious Risks.
Wed, 22 Apr 2026 19:37 ISTPromoters of free birthing reject any type of medical intervention during pregnancy or delivery. The movement has been trending on social media, but critics warn it poses serious risks.
Dark Skies and Dark Energy Converge in West Texas
Wed, 22 Apr 2026 14:32 ISTIn the Big Bend region, a portal to the early universe is enabled by the largest dark-sky reserve on Earth.
Trump Corrupts, and Absolute Trump Corrupts Absolutely
Wed, 22 Apr 2026 20:18 ISTThe president is one of a kind.
Graham Platner Went to Hell and Back. He Has a Simple Message for Democrats.
Wed, 22 Apr 2026 20:15 ISTAt campaign stops, he talks about high gas prices and Trump’s incompetence. But the core of his message is an unflinching disgust for forever war.
A Hot Mess in Congress
Wed, 22 Apr 2026 16:32 ISTWe look at the dysfunction on Capitol Hill.
Michael Kosta Introduces Former Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer
Wed, 22 Apr 2026 11:45 IST“It’s always the ones you never heard of,” the late night host said on Tuesday’s “The Daily Show.”
Pope Leo Is Skipping Some of Africa’s Biggest Catholic Nations
Wed, 22 Apr 2026 16:34 ISTAs the pontiff arrives in the tiny authoritarian nation of Equatorial Guinea, some Catholics in Africa say they are excited about his visit but are feeling a little left out.
California Is Rife With Hospice Fraud. But Whose Fault Is It?
Wed, 22 Apr 2026 14:31 ISTThe Trump administration and Democratic state leaders are blaming each other for what everyone agrees is a big problem. The president has targeted California and Gov. Gavin Newsom in particular.
F.A.A. Investigates Near Miss Between Passenger Jets at J.F.K. Airport
Wed, 22 Apr 2026 19:53 ISTAn American Airlines regional jet flew close to an Air Canada regional jet after aborting its landing. It was the second such incident in recent days at a major U.S. airport.
Japan Is Used to Earthquakes, but What About a Big One?
Wed, 22 Apr 2026 14:49 ISTFor many people in Japan, the country’s regular tremors are not a big deal. Officials are urging them to prepare for the next catastrophic quake.
