Jon Landau, Producer of ‘Titanic’ and ‘Avatar,’ Dies at 63
In a decades-long collaboration with the director James Cameron, he produced three of the highest-grossing films of all time.
The Kidnapping I Can’t Escape
Fifty years ago, my father’s friend was taken at gunpoint on Long Island. Then he went on with his life — and that’s the part that haunts me.
Israelis Call for a Cease-Fire Deal and Elections After 9 Months of War
A day of nationwide anti-government protests comes amid signs of progress toward a truce and hostage deal with Hamas, as well as continued fighting.
The left-wing New Popular Front exceeded expectations. Who’s in it?
In Rafah, We Saw Destruction and the Limits of Israel’s Gaza Strategy
Months after Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu declared that “victory is within reach,” the Israeli military escorted journalists into parts of a devastated Gazan city.
Masoud Pezeshkian, Iran’s New President, Raises Hope for a Diplomatic Opening
Masoud Pezeshkian, a reformist, wants warmer relations with the West, with the goal of ending sanctions. But his powers are strictly limited.
Turnout Is High as France’s Snap Election Enters Its Final Hours
The vote will determine the composition of France’s National Assembly, and the future of President Emmanuel Macron’s second term.
Biden’s Career Has Been Fueled by Resilience and Defiance
The resilience that President Biden sold as a trademark of his political brand for half a century now looks to some like blind resistance in the face of a rising tide.
Trump’s VP Roster Is Elevating the Next Generation of Republicans
The process of choosing a running mate has created a new roster of rising Republicans with the potential to lead the ticket in 2028.
Martin Stolar, Lawyer Who Fought for Social Justice, Dies at 81
His clients included antiwar protesters and terror suspects. His practice “not only defended needy people, it propelled social movements,” a colleague said.
Power Slap Finds Fans Amid Controversy
The team behind the Ultimate Fighting Championship is betting big on Power Slap, a new and extremely dangerous competition with many detractors.
A Perfect Peach Pie That’s ‘Better Than My Mom’s
A five-star, reader-favorite recipe for the queen of summer stone fruits.
How a Last-Ditch Effort to Save Robert Menendez From Prosecution Backfired
Abbe Lowell, a lawyer for Senator Robert Menendez, met with prosecutors last fall to plead his case. Days later, the senator was indicted on bribery charges.
A Romance Bookstore Boom
The arrival — and success — of brick-and-mortar romance stores.
Record-Breaking Heat Broils Much of Western U.S.
From Oregon to California to Arizona, several cities have seen scorching temperatures in recent days. And there is little relief in sight, forecasters say.
Tokyo Governors Race Has 56 Candidates
A ridiculous number of candidates contended to be governor of Tokyo and its surrounding prefecture. Many were not even trying to win.
Jim Clyburn Is Right About What Democrats Should Do Next
To find a new nominee, Democrats need to hold a real contest.
What Happened to the Originalism of the Originalists?
In both Trump cases the liberal dissenters are more originalist than the conservative majority.
The Hyper-Focus on the Amyloid Hypothesis for Treating Alzheimer’s May Have Slowed Progress Toward a Cure
The hyper-focus on one theory for treatment has slowed progress.
Texas Braces for Hurricane Beryl as Tropical Storm Enters Gulf
Some areas in Texas issued evacuation orders as Beryl, which had weakened to a tropical storm, was expected to intensify into a hurricane by Sunday.