Donald Sutherland Didn’t Disappear Into Roles, and That Was a Good Thing
The actor understood the range of human feeling, but he came of age when movies distrusted institutions, and that suspicion was part of his arsenal.
Judge in Trump Documents Case Rejected Suggestions to Step Aside
Two federal judges in South Florida privately urged Aileen M. Cannon to decline the case when it was assigned to her last year, according to two people briefed on the matter. She chose to keep it.
Will Copa América Be Messi’s Last Time Representing Argentina in Soccer?
Lionel Messi had said the 2022 World Cup, which his country won, was his last. Will the Copa América soccer tournament be his goodbye?
French Business Leaders See Threat to Economy From Macron’s Opponents
Executives challenged the anti-immigration policies of the far-right candidate Jordan Bardella and spending plans by a left-wing coalition at a packed gathering in Paris.
U.S. Will Redirect Deliveries of Patriot Missiles to Ukraine
A White House spokesman said Ukraine had a critical need for the air-defense systems. But the United States has only a limited supply.
Thou Shalt Not Post the Ten Commandments in the Classroom
Documents do not radiate powers of personal virtue.
Biden’s Lead With Women Is Smaller Than Trump’s With Men
A new poll of female voters finds that concerns about inflation are still paramount, even as abortion could motivate Democratic women in states where the issue is on the ballot.
3 Takeaways From Putin’s Trip to Vietnam
The state visit by President Vladimir V. Putin of Russia to Vietnam had a very different backdrop than his trip to North Korea, as Hanoi has deepened ties with Washington.
Democrats’ Dream of a Wealth Tax Is Alive. For Now.
A narrow Supreme Court ruling left the door open for Congress to expand taxes on billionaires, but it’s not a guarantee.
New Home Construction Slows as Mortgage Rates Remain High
Home building in May fell to its slowest pace in four years despite a supply shortage. That trend could put even greater strain on buyers.
Supreme Court Upholds Trump-Era Tax Provision on Foreign Income
The dispute, which was closely watched by experts, involved a one-time foreign income tax, but many saw it as a broader challenge to pre-emptively block Congress from passing a wealth tax.
TV Weather Gets Political
On-air meteorologists have become a target in the culture wars as they report on the effects of climate change.
Russia and North Korea’s Defense Pact Is a Told-You-So Moment in Asia
While the agreement rattled officials in South Korea and Japan, the two U.S. allies in recent years have been expecting growing security challenges from North Korea.
N.Y. Prisons Have Ignored Limits on Solitary Confinement, Judge Finds
Legally, time in solitary confinement is limited to 15 days, and only if prison officials offer a detailed rationale. Lawyers say the requirements have been routinely disregarded.
How to Make 3,000-Year-Old Beer
An amateur brewer in Utah gathered rare figs and a strain of yeast from 850 B.C. to make a sour, fruity concoction inspired by ancient Egyptian recipes.
The Weird Housing Market, in 5 Charts
Home prices have held up better than expected amid high interest rates. But that doesn’t mean the housing market is healthy.
Butterflies Are in Decline. New Research Points to Insecticides.
Agricultural insecticides were a key factor, according to a study focused on the Midwest, though researchers emphasized the importance of climate change and habitat loss.
If Donald Trump Returns, So Will Backroom Lobbyists Like Paul Manafort
In a second Trump presidency, expect a return to backroom lobbying deals that favor well-financed companies and countries, and exclude everyone else.
Alberto Weakens to a Tropical Depression Over Mexico, Brings Floods to Texas
The large-scale storm brought heavy rain and coastal flooding to parts of eastern Mexico and southern Texas. At least four people were killed in Mexico in storm-related events, and more rain is expected.
Target Tests an A.I. Tool to Help Its Workers Aid Shoppers
The retailer is rolling out a chatbot to help workers answer questions from shoppers — and workers.