Politics
Nigeria Confronts its Worst Economic Crisis in a Generation
People in Africa’s most populous nation are suffering as the price of food, fuel and medicine has skyrocketed out of…
Buoyed by Election, Meloni Basks in the Spotlight as Italy Hosts the G7
The Italian prime minister was a rare leader to be fortified by the vote for the European Parliament. This week…
Biden, Honoring Juneteenth, Warns of Danger of ‘Old Ghosts in New Garments’
The president assailed attacks on Black history, and vowed that his administration was committed to protecting civil rights.
Teamsters President Asks for Speaking Slot at Both Parties’ Conventions
Having Sean O’Brien at the Republican National Convention would be politically useful to former President Donald J. Trump, even absent…
Jan. 6 Rioter Is Running for Office in South Carolina. How Will Voters See Him?
Elias Irizarry participated in the Jan. 6 riot, and now he’s running for the legislature in South Carolina. Will voters…
Montana’s Suicide Rate Is Highest in the U.S., With Most Involving Guns
Montana’s suicide rate has been the highest in the U.S. for the past three years. Most of the deaths involved…
Justice Alito’s Wife, in Secretly Recorded Conversation, Complains About Pride Flag
In a conversation with a woman posing as a conservative supporter, Martha-Ann Alito appeared to push back against having to…
In Israeli Hostage Rescue, Minutes Made the Difference
When a truck carrying three of the four rescued hostages broke down and came under fire, Israel says it called…
Chemical Makers Sue Over Rule to Rid Water of ‘Forever Chemicals’
Industry groups said the E.P.A. had exceeded its authority in requiring the drinking-water cleanup. The chemicals, known as PFAS, are…