Why America Is Removing So Many ‘Deadbeat’ Dams
States are recognizing the ecological benefits of ripping out dams and reconnecting rivers.
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Tennessee Approves New Map Aimed at Flipping the Last Democratic Seat
After a Supreme Court ruling that weakened the Voting Rights Act of 1965, Republicans carved up a majority-Black Memphis seat…
U.S. Awaits Iran’s Response to Latest Peace Proposal to End War
The spokesman for Iran’s foreign ministry, Esmail Baghaei, said late Wednesday that his government was reviewing an American response to…
Trump to Host Brazil’s President Lula at White House After Months of Ups and Downs
President Trump and President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, who have had a rocky relationship, met for talks on trade…
Why Trump’s Feud With the Pope Worries Republicans
Our national political correspondent Lisa Lerer explains the impact of President Trump’s spate of attacks against Pope Leo XIV ahead…
Trump Administration Weighs Citing ‘Emergency’ to Admit More White South Africans as Refugees
The move would further solidify the U.S. refugee program as a pipeline for the white minority from South Africa.
New York’s $268 Billion Budget Deal Includes New Second-Home Tax
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced a handshake budget deal with state lawmakers that also seeks to push back on federal immigration…
Israel Says It Killed a Hezbollah Chief Near Beirut, Testing the Truce
The strike was the first near the Lebanese capital since a cease-fire that has curbed fighting but not halted it….
House Republican Proposes Bill to Wind Down the Iran War
Representative Tom Barrett, a Michigan Republican facing a tough re-election race, introduced a bill to impose limits on the use…
New York Bars ICE Agents From Wearing Masks in Broad Immigration Deal
State and local officials will also be prohibited from formally cooperating with Immigrations and Customs Enforcement under the agreement.