Sept. 11 Judge to Decide Whether Guantánamo Plea Deals Are Valid
Judge McCall ordered briefs on the validity of the plea deal the defense secretary said was canceled, and the question of unlawful influence.
How Tim Walz Embraced Minnesota’s Leftward Shift
Kamala Harris’s running mate was picked for his rapport with Middle America, but his progressive record as governor parallels his state’s move toward more liberal politics.
Elon Musk Clashes With Keir Starmer Over Riots in UK
Over the past few days, the billionaire has posted incendiary comments about violent protests on the social media platform he controls, drawing the ire of the prime minister.
How China’s Quest for Olympic Gold Has Evolved
A young skater’s emergence signals a pivot in the way an Olympic power defines success. But its handling of the table tennis competition suggests old expectations may persist, too.
The Sport Flipping, Twisting and Pushing for Respect, Smiling All the Way
Artistic swimming is a crowd-pleaser and much harder than it used to be, but it has had to make the case that it is even a sport at all.
Stop Panicking About the Birthrate
We should focus on everyone’s welfare, not obsess about convincing more people to be parents.
The Mini Stock Market Crash and Why it Matters
Watch the financial markets, but keep your eye on the hard economic numbers, too.
Health Officials Urge Doctors to Address IUD Insertion Pain
As videos describing the procedure as agonizing spread on social media, new guidelines advise physicians to consider various anesthetics.
Connie Chiume, 72, Dies; ‘Black Panther’ Actor Bridged S. Africa Eras
Her career began during apartheid and outlived it, reaching a personal milestone in a blockbuster movie and its sequel.
Lincoln Center Taps Education Leader as Next President
Mariko Silver, a former president of Bennington College, will take the reins of the organization as it seeks to expand its audience and increase fund-raising.
Ukraine Launches Rare Cross-Border Ground Assault Into Russia
Troops and armored fighting vehicles crossed into Russia’s western Kursk region on Tuesday, according to Moscow and independent analysts. Ukrainian officials have not commented.
The ‘Weird’ History of Tim Walz’s Political Put-Down
Once, the word signified supernatural things. In the mouth of Kamala Harris’s running mate, weirdness is much more earthbound.
Tim Walz Is an Absolute Balm for My Country Heart
The Minnesota governor fills a decades-long geographic messaging gap for the party.
Heat Raises Fears of ‘Demise’ for Great Barrier Reef Within a Generation
A new study found that temperatures in the Coral Sea have reached their highest levels in at least four centuries.
To Avoid an Economic Recession, Consumer Spending Is Key
Consumer spending has powered the economic recovery from the pandemic shock. Now wallets are thinner, and some businesses are feeling the difference.
How Did Kamala Harris Pick Tim Walz? She Trusted Her Gut.
The ambitious Josh Shapiro asked about his role as vice president. The battle-tested Mark Kelly was already seen as a third option. And the happy-go-lucky Mr. Walz promised to do anything for the team.
How Belarus Was Left Out of a Prisoner Swap Between Russia and the West
While Belarus played a role in the sweeping prisoner exchange last week, none of the 1,400 people classified as political prisoners in the country by a human rights group were freed.
Manhattan Planned Parenthood Will Stop Offering Abortions After 20 Weeks
The shift came as Planned Parenthood’s New York chapter revealed plans to close four clinics across the state, as financial issues mount.
What’s Behind All the Stock Market Drama?
Analysts and investors have many explanations, including worries about the health of the U.S. economy and shifts in the value of the Japanese yen.
After French Rail Sabotage, Some See Signs of a Murky ‘Ultraleft’
Experts say the arson attacks before the opening of the Paris Olympics bear the hallmarks of insurrectionary anarchists opposed to the state.