Who Are Melissa Hortman and John Hoffman, the Minnesota Lawmakers Who Were Shot?
A Minnesota state representative and her husband were killed early Saturday, and a state senator and his wife were injured.
Next Round of Nuclear Talks Between U.S. and Iran Is Off
The two sides were scheduled to meet for a sixth round of negotiations on Sunday. Oman, which was set to host the talks, said on Saturday that this round had been canceled.Ali Shamkhani, who was overseeing the nuclear talks between Iran and the United States, was among those killed by Israeli strike
‘I Was Afraid I’d Die’: Iran’s Missiles Rained Down on Tel Aviv
At least three people were killed and scores were wounded during an aerial battle over Tel Aviv, as Iranian missiles rained down and Israeli rockets attempted to intercept them.Rescue workers at the site of an Iranian attack in Rishon Lezion, Israel, on Saturday.
How L.A. Raids Ignited a New Fight Over Immigration
Los Angeles is home to the country’s largest population of undocumented immigrants. So when President Trump’s immigration raids arrived, many expected trouble.A large crowd gathered in front of a line of National Guard troops at the Metropolitan Detention Center in Los Angeles on Sunday.
Washington’s Last Military Parade Came at a Very Different Moment
The 1991 Victory Parade after the first Gulf War celebrated a lopsided victory against an enemy army in the largest U.S. military operation since Vietnam.Troops marching on Memorial Bridge across the Potomac River toward the Pentagon during the National Victory Celebration parade in Washington on Ju
Why Did Syracuse Offer $200,000 in Merit Aid to Teens Who Had Turned It Down?
The university seems to have misjudged what some families would pay. Next year, maybe applicants should play their own game of chicken with such schools.
Should Boys Start Kindergarten a Year Later Than Girls?
The idea, known as “redshirting,” has downsides, but proponents say it could help close a persistent gender gap in education.The ability to sit still and concentrate is a key skill in kindergarten.
British Gujaratis Gather to Mourn Those Who Died in Air India Crash
The disaster in the Indian state of Gujarat affected thousands in Britain’s Gujarati diaspora. Some of them came together on Saturday to remember the victims.People gathered to pray for victims of the Air India crash at the International Siddhashram Shakti Centre in London on Saturday.
What to Know About Early Voting in the NYC Mayoral Primary
Registered voters in the city can cast ballots in the Democratic primary for mayor and other races starting on Saturday, which is also the deadline for voter registration.Early voting lasts from June 14 through June 22. June 24 is Primary Day.
Russia’s Summer Offensive in Ukraine Gains Ground With New Tactics
Russia is advancing around Kostyantynivka and in the Sumy region with small, fast-moving units as both sides try a new tactic of using motorcycles and civilian cars to quickly cross open terrain.Ukrainian soldiers launching rockets toward Russian positions near Pokrovsk, earlier this month.
At U.N. Conference, Countries Inch Toward Ocean Protection Goal
More than 20 new marine protected areas in coastal waters were announced at the third U.N. ocean conference this week. Experts say thousands more are needed.A reef in waters off Tahiti, French Polynesia. Countries and territories including Chile, Colombia and others pledged 20 new marine protected a
Buc-ee’s, a Pit Stop to Refuel Cars, Stomachs and Souls, Spreads Beyond Texas
The opening of the first location in Mississippi drew the usual cultish enthusiasm for the chain of mega convenience stores.Fudge being made at the sweets station during the grand opening of a Buc-ee’s in Pass Christian, Miss., this month.
Antisemitism Is an Urgent Problem. Too Many People Are Making Excuses.
Both the right and the left deserve blame for the rise in anti-Jewish hatred.
A U.S. War With Iran Would Be a Catastrophe
America must not get dragged into a war with Iran.
Violeta Barrios de Chamorro, 95, Dies; Led Nicaragua After Civil War
The first woman to lead a Central American country, she served in the 1990s after the nation had been shaken by political strife.Violeta Barrios de Chamorro received the presidential sash from Nicaragua’s outgoing leader, Daniel Ortega, in April 1990. Her election stunned many people in Nicaragua an
Many Older People Embrace Vaccines. Research Is Proving Them Right.
Newer formulations are even more effective at preventing illnesses that commonly afflict seniors — perhaps even dementia.
The Ad Industry’s A.I. Reckoning
A technological takeover of ad creative could bring both opportunity and disruption.The Cannes Lions Festival of Creativity begins on Monday.
A Dream Wedding for Jeff Bezos in Venice? No Way, Locals Say
The lavish nuptials, scheduled for this month, have raised the hackles of some residents exasperated by their city becoming a playground for the rich.Protesters display a banner reading “No Space for Bezos!” on the Rialto Bridge during a protest against the wedding of Jeff Bezos, the founder of Amaz