Terence Crawford Stands Alone at the Top of Boxing

After becoming the first male boxer to hold all four major titles in two different weight classes, Crawford, 35, said he would assess what’s next.

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Meat Warehouse Infested With Rodents Reaches Settlement with Prosecutors

Prosecutors reached a settlement with the operator of a meat and poultry warehouse that had been infested with rodents before it was shuttered.

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Niger Coup: West African Leaders Impose Sanctions and Threaten Action

A demand for a restoration of democracy echoed calls by the United States and France, major security allies of Niger.

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Russia Says Ukrainian Drones Hit Moscow Buildings in Latest Attacks

The strike was the third in the past week in Moscow, a sign of how no city in Russia or Ukraine appears to be safe from the war. Russia blamed Ukraine, which has yet to comment.

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At Least 35 Dead in Blast at Political Rally in Pakistan

An explosion at a political rally on Sunday in northwest Pakistan killed at least 35 people and injured 200 more, officials said, the latest sign of the deteriorating security situation in Pakistan, where some militant groups have become more active over the past two years.

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He Created the Katamari Games, but They’re Rolling On Without Him

Twenty years after his quirky project Katamari Damacy delighted the video game industry, Keita Takahashi is an independent designer who receives no royalties for his debut work.

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Colombian President’s Son Is Arrested in Money Laundering Inquiry

The arrest of Nicolás Petro poses another test for President Gustavo Petro, who has struggled to push many of his reforms through a divided Congress.

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A Bottleneck on the Grid Threatens Clean Energy. New Rules Aim to Help.

It takes five years to connect a new wind or solar farm to the electric grid. New federal rules would only partly resolve the issue, experts say.

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Social Security COLA Is Forecast Around 3%

Analysts say the 2024 adjustment, which helps older Americans keep up with inflation, won’t be nearly as high as this year’s but will still be significant.

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DeSantis Clashes With Top Rival, Tim Scott, Over Florida’s Teaching of Slavery

Ron DeSantis and Tim Scott, fighting to become the leading Republican alternative to Donald Trump, have clashed in recent days over Florida’s educational standards.

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Biden Administration Moves to Tighten Fuel Economy Rules

The proposal is designed to help speed the country’s transition to electric vehicles, one of the president’s signature efforts to fight climate change.

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The Case for Tourism

When ambling abroad justifies itself.

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Twitter Becomes X, Sam Altman’s Worldcoin and Google’s Robotics Lab

X marks the spot where Twitter died.

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Florida’s New Black History Standards Have Drawn Backlash. Who Wrote Them?

In updating the standards to comply with a new law that limits how racism can be taught, officials largely bypassed the state’s African American History Task Force.

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What Is a Plant-Based Diet?

It’s not the same as going vegan, but it can also have a strong impact on reducing your carbon footprint.

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Facebook’s Algorithm Is ‘Influential’ but Doesn’t Necessarily Change Beliefs, Researchers Say

In four new studies, researchers found complicated results from experiments on Facebook’s and Instagram’s algorithms, suggesting there was no silver bullet to fixing the platforms.

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‘Haunted Mansion’ Review: A Disney Ride to Nowhere Fun

Starring LaKeith Stanfield and Rosario Dawson, this movie plays like a feature-length ad for Disney’s theme-park attraction of the same name.

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King Charles Doesn’t Have as Many Swans as He Used to

For hundreds of years, the royal family has laid claim to many of England’s swans. An annual count found a worrisome drop in cygnets along a stretch of the River Thames this year.

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Lawmakers and Ex-Officials Press for Answers on U.F.O.s in Hearing

Pentagon officials have said most reported incidents involved items like airborne trash, weather balloons and drones.

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Bo Goldman, Oscar-Winning Screenwriter, Dies at 90

He was a struggling writer when he won an Academy Award for “One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest.” He won another for “Melvin and Howard.”

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Business Is Betting That Consumers Have Gotten Used to High Prices

Prices that go up don’t necessarily have to come down.

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Looming Retraction Casts Shadow Over Ranga Dias and Study of Superconductors

Misconduct allegations are leading scientists to question the work of Ranga Dias, including his claimed discovery of a room-temperature superconductor.

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Stock Market Slips as Traders Move Cautiously Ahead of Fed Meeting

Stock markets often exhibit caution ahead of major events like Fed meetings, waiting until there is clarity over the central bank’s next move.

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Is Miami English, Heavily Influenced by Spanish, a Dialect?

A linguistics professor found that even Miamians who aren’t fluent in Spanish use or understand phrases that are direct translations.

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This Hummus Holds Up After 800 Years

First written down in the 13th century, this recipe has an enduring simplicity — but no garlic.

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Ohio Will Vote on Abortion Rights

Backers of a proposal to establish a right to abortion in the Ohio Constitution submitted enough valid signatures to put the question on the November ballot.

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Education Dept. Opens Inquiry Into Harvard Legacy Admissions

An inquiry into admissions preferences for family of alumni and donors began after the Supreme Court’s decision last month limiting affirmative action.

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At NYC Bodypainting Day, Naked Bodies Become Artists’ Canvases

Naked bodies of all shapes and sizes became artists’ canvases at a public art exhibition.

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X: The Brand, the Generation and Elon Musk

One little letter, so much baggage.

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In Remote Work Era, Hotel Operators Make a Bet on Longer Stays

Extended-stay hotels, which are cheaper to build and operate than their full-service counterparts, are also appealing to work crews on road, green energy and other infrastructure projects.

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‘Back to the Future’ on Broadway: Buckle Your (DeLorean) Seatbelt

In adapting a beloved franchise for the stage, the creative team sought to develop the story for new audiences while remaining true to the spirit of the films.

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From Pet Cemetery Owner to Identity Thief to Best-Selling Ghostwriter

How did a felon and former heroin addict spin her background in canine cremation into a lucrative publishing career?

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Tony Bennett’s Commitment to Civil Rights

The singer witnessed racism in the military and in the music industry, experiences that informed his decision to join the Selma-to-Montgomery march in 1965.

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Brian Harman Romps to British Open Victory at Royal Liverpool

Harman came close to winning the 2017 U.S. Open, but his triumph on Sunday gave the 36-year-old American golfer his first major title.

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‘Barbie’ and ‘Oppenheimer’ Set a New Box Office High

With the biggest revenues since 2019, “Barbenheimer” gives the usual franchises a run for their money, selling out even predawn features.

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A Letter to President Biden About Israel

Mr. President, this Israeli government needs another dose of your tough love about our shared interests and about U.S. strategic interests.

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The Question After Every Mass Shooting: How Much Do We Deserve to Know?

A court in Nashville may decide whether releasing the musings of a killer could help prevent future losses, despite adding to survivors’ pain.

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Wildfires Imperil Greek Isle of Rhodes, Forcing Big Evacuation

Greek Coast Guard vessels were dispatched to rescue visitors and residents on the large island, a leading tourist destination. Some fled in their bathing suits.

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Greece Rhodes fires evacuation

Greek Coast Guard vessels were dispatched to rescue visitors and residents on the large island, a leading tourist destination. Some fled in their bathing suits.

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Save the Planet, Put Down that Hamburger

Researchers examined the diets of 55,500 people and found that vegans are responsible for 75 percent fewer greenhouse gases than meat-eaters.

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Amsterdam to Bar Cruise Ships From Central Terminal

The Dutch capital will stop cruise ships from docking in the city center as part of a campaign to curb pollution and reduce the flow of tourists.

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Dead & Company Fans React to John Mayer’s “Guitar Face”

For some fans of Dead & Company, which just finished its Final Tour, the faces made by John Mayer while performing are almost as memorable as the music.

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Ghibli Park Celebrates “Totoro” And Other Miyazaki Movies

The Japanese company Studio Ghibli opened a theme park to celebrate the eccentric, charming animated movies of its founder, Hayao Miyazaki. Could two ‘Totoro’-loving toddlers find happiness there?

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How to Direct A.I. Chatbots to Make Them More Useful

To mitigate the production and spread of misinformation from chatbots, we can steer them toward high-quality data.

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Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Is Where Paranoia Meets Legacy Admissions

R.F.K. Jr. and Trump belong to a new breed of arrogant oxymorons.

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Antigovernment Protests in Kenya Leave Several Dead and Streets in Chaos

Antigovernment protests over price hikes and new taxes have left at least 29 people dead in recent weeks, prompting the country’s news outlets to join together to issue a dire warning.

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Investor Charged With Kidnapping ‘Crypto King’

Aiden Pleterski is accused of spending investors’ money on luxury cars and vacations before filing for bankruptcy, according to court records. Then he was kidnapped by one of his investors, police say.

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Health Insures Deny Medical Care for the Poor at High Rates, Report Says

Investigators found that major companies overseeing Medicaid patients’ health care frequently rejected doctors’ requests for approval of treatments and procedures.

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L.A. by Subway

The newly expanded subway may not go everywhere, but for $5 a day it offers a gridlock-free way to get to plenty of great places.

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She’s on a Mission From God: Suing Big Oil for Climate Damages

A lawyer started small with a creative tactic. It grew into an effort that could force fossil fuel companies to pay hundreds of billions in damages.

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Judge Rebukes New York City on Handling of Jails as Mayor Protests

The comments from Judge Laura Taylor Swain came after the top federal prosecutor in Manhattan called for the jails to be taken over by an outside authority.

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Why Is British Inflation so High?

Why is British inflation so high?

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Younger Generations of Passengers Consider the Cruise Option

Younger generations of passengers are venturing onto ships for the first time. And with sky-high airfares and expensive hotels on land, many are saving money.

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The Ukrainian Children That Lost Their Dads to Putin’s War

Every day, Ukrainian children lose fathers in Russia’s assault on their country. A grief camp is fighting to protect their youth.

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Writers Where They Work

Bookshelves, typewriters, pills and booze: Writing spaces can evoke romance, glamour and despair at once.

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Iran Steps Up Policing of Women Who Defy Strict Dress Code

The country’s morality police disappeared from the streets late last year as the authorities tried to calm anti-government protests. Now, patrols are once again watching for violators.

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With Women’s World Cup’s Expansion Come the Soccer Games of a Lifetime

Vietnam, one of eight nations playing in its first Women’s World Cup, will face the U.S. this week. Its presence highlights the growth of women’s soccer, but also the challenges that remain.

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A New Job for Electric Vehicles: Powering Homes During Blackouts

Some energy experts say battery-powered vehicles will increasingly help keep the lights on and support electric grids, rather than straining them.

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Phoenix Firefighters Battle Extreme Heat, Without the Flames

A two-week stretch of 110-degree days sends the fire department scrambling to rescue people overcome by heat, and tests a force already accustomed to tough summers.

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Fruit Salad Recipe

Tossing summer melons and berries with lime juice — and some sugar that’s been massaged with the zest — makes for a salad that’s delightful, not depressing.

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Alcaraz Wins Wimbledon in a Thrilling Comeback Against Djokovic

Carlos Alcaraz won his first Wimbledon singles title and left Novak Djokovic, the overwhelming favorite, with his first finals loss at the All England Club in a decade.

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Four Dead in Flash Flooding in Pennsylvania

Sudden, torrential rains struck the area of Bucks County, trapping people in their cars. Three people remained missing.

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With a Centrist Manifesto, No Labels Pushes Its Presidential Bid Forward

The bipartisan group, facing enormous opposition from Democrats, hopes a new policy document will advance its political cause — and possible third-party White House run.

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The Year Is Half Over. Here Are the Books You Might Have Missed.

A look back at 2023’s buzziest titles so far.

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Inside the Saudi Soccer Gold Rush

The kingdom’s pursuit of the world’s best soccer players has unleashed a feeding frenzy among agents and executives. One Saudi is trying to bring order to the chaos.

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In Brazil, Beauty Is a Right. Are They On To Something?

Brazil’s unique plastic surgery subsidies represent the country’s view that beauty is a form of self-care.

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988 Suicide Hotline: What to Know One Year After Launch

One year in, many people still don’t know it exists — but those behind it are working to get the word out.

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Biden Cancels $39 Billion in Student Loans for 800,000 Borrowers

One-time credits will wipe out loans, fixing mistakes made by loan servicers when collecting payments under income-driven repayment programs.

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CBP Was Created With a Terrorism Focus. Now It Must Also Care for Migrants.

Customs and Border Protection was set up after 9/11 amid the fight against terrorism. Its responsibilities have ballooned with the influx of asylum-seeking migrants crossing the southern border.

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Twitter Shows, Again, the Failure of the New Right’s Theory of Power

How to take something that has flaws — and break it completely.

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A Perfect Weekend in Telluride

Well known for its ski resort, this mountain town in southwestern Colorado attracts plenty of summer and fall visitors, too. Here’s how to spend a few days.

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John le Carré’s Best Books

His clever, melancholic mind produced some of the most enduring heroes in spy fiction. Here are his best books.

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Omdurman, Sudan, Becomes Center of New Phase of War

Fierce fighting has erupted in the city of Omdurman, across the Nile from the capital, Khartoum, in a desperate battle to control supply routes.

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Amazon Union Group, Challenging Christian Smalls, Seeks Vote

A split over the stewardship of the union’s high-profile president, Christian Smalls, has led a rival faction to file a lawsuit seeking an election.

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Who Employs Your Doctor? Increasingly, a Private Equity Firm.

A new study finds that private equity firms own more than half of all specialists in certain U.S. markets.

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Best Street Style and Trends From Paris Couture Week 2023

At the couture shows in Paris, the street style can rival the fashion on the runway.

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A Love of the Worn

Celebrities appreciate the antique look of Magnolia Pearl, a brand that takes inspiration from Victoriana, carnivals and “hobos,” and has recently drawn ire on social media.

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Timothy Olyphant Is Back for a New Chapter of Justified

If he seems relaxed about reprising the role that transformed his career, that’s just an expression of the cool demeanor that helped get him here.

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Amazon Union Group Challenging Christian Smalls Seeks Vote

A split over the stewardship of the union’s high-profile president, Christian Smalls, has led a rival faction to file a lawsuit seeking an election.

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Climate Disasters Daily? Welcome to the New Normal.

Around the United States, dangerous floods, heat and storms are happening more frequently.

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David Weiss Rebuts I.R.S. Officials Account of Request in Hunter Biden Case

David Weiss, the U.S. attorney in Delaware, said he never asked to be named a special counsel, disputing testimony to a House panel.

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Best Looks from the Barbie Pink Carpet

Margot Robbie, Ryan Gosling, Issa Rae, Kingsley Ben-Adir, Billie Eilish and many more stars came out on the pink carpet.

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Limiting MLB Draft to 20 Rounds Trades Magic for Efficiency

The days of unlimited picks are over, and while the league says the opportunities are still there, previous late-round picks aren’t so sure.

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Substance Abuse Is Climbing Among Seniors

Many aging baby boomers have long histories with drugs, cannabis and alcohol. “The field wasn’t ready for that,” said one expert.

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How to Make a Perfect Cacio e Pepe Every Time

Julia Moskin’s adapted Roscioli recipe features a clever trick that ensures a silky emulsified sauce.

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On Beyoncés Renaissance Tour the World Is Her Ball

The pop superstar’s first solo outing in seven years draws on the dance-music cultures that inspired her 2022 album, and her work that led up to that ecstatic release.

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Is Aretha Franklins True Will the One Found in the Couch or a Cabinet?

A trial starting on Monday is to decide whether either of two handwritten documents represents the singer’s last wishes. Her sons have battled in court for years over the question.

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Andy Murrays Run at Wimbledon Is Short and Bittersweet

In a punishing second-round match played over two days, Stefanos Tsitsipas outlasted Wimbledon’s favorite son over five sets.

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Doctors Who Fled Ukraine War Face Unemployment in the U.K.

Often jobless or languishing in low-skilled posts, doctors who fled Russia’s invasion are forced to confront a difficult dilemma: see their skills go unused, or return to a country at war.

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With War as a Backdrop a Russian Fencing Drama Plays Out in the U.S.

The departure of Russian fencers who object to their country’s invasion of Ukraine has created a stir at home and left their sporting futures in question.

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Collapse of Dutch Government Highlights Europes New Migration Politics

Prime Minister Mark Rutte resigned after his coalition partners rejected his tough new line on refugees, favoring his own political future, critics say, over compromise.

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After the Affirmative Action Ruling Asian Americans Ask What Happens Next

No matter their views of race-conscious admissions, students were wary of the college application process — and some thought little would change.

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How to Think About Financial Aid and Paying for College

Responses to queries about financial aid, 529 plans, need-blind schools and more.

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For Filipino Audiences Here Lies Love Offers Emotional Rip Currents

For viewers as well as the all-Filipino cast, the musical about the Marcoses’ rise to power is a rare chance to commune, and revisit, together, a not-too-distant past.

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Seaweed Blob Headed to Florida Shrinks Dramatically

The blob, known as the great Atlantic Sargassum belt, shrank in the Gulf of Mexico by 75 percent last month, scientists said.

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Who Is Aleksandr Lukashenko?

The brief mutiny by the Wagner mercenary force last month has given Belarus’s autocratic leader Aleksandr G. Lukashenko an opening to upend his subservient relationship with Moscow.

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Valentino Balenciaga and Chanel Make the Case for Couture

Valentino and Balenciaga make the case that sometimes the most spectacular clothes are the hardest to recognize — and replicate. Chanel takes it easy.

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Mike Cavanagh NBCUniversals New Leader Overhauls Top Ranks

Donna Langley will gain broader oversight of creative decisions for the company’s entertainment content. Mark Lazarus is getting a wider purview over some business decisions for creative content.

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Robert F. Kennedy Jr.s False Claims and Conspiracy Theories

A longtime vaccine skeptic, Mr. Kennedy is leaning heavily on misinformation as he mounts a long-shot 2024 campaign.

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Fed Officials Were Wary About Slow Inflation Progress at June Meeting

Federal Reserve officials are debating how high to raise interest rates to fully wrangle inflation. The debate was in focus at their meeting last month.

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Yusef Salaam Is Declared Winner of Harlem City Council Race

Mr. Salaam was one of the Central Park Five who were wrongly convicted and then exonerated in the rape and assault of a jogger in Central Park in 1989.

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This Melon Salad Is Pure Pleasure

Flavor and texture take top billing in a simple Jamaican dish.

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West Bank City of Jenin Has Long Ties to Palestinian Armed Struggle

In the northern reaches of the occupied West Bank, near the boundary with Israel, Jenin and its refugee camp have nurtured an ethos of defiance.

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Secret Service Examining How Suspected Cocaine Ended Up at the White House

An initial test of the white powdery substance found inside the White House on Sunday evening showed it was cocaine. President Biden and his family were away when it was discovered.

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Russia Says It Is In Touch Over Possible Prisoner Swap After U.S. Official Meets Evan Gershkovich

The comment was an apparent reference to Evan Gershkovich, who has been held since late March on accusations of espionage that the United States and his employer vehemently reject.

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Inside the Sheds Sonic Sphere

A hanging concert hall at the Shed in Manhattan purports to offer something “experimental, experiential and communal.” Our critic climbs the stairs.

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An Ultramarathoners Struggle Against Borderline Personality Disorder

Nickademus de la Rosa, an ultrarunning prodigy who has run across Death Valley and the Alps, is taking a pause from the sport as he copes with borderline personality disorder.

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How Might Congestion Pricing Actually Work in New York?

The tolls will mostly be collected electronically through the E-ZPass system, and drivers should expect penalties for late payments.

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The Best Films of 2023 So Far

Our critics picked six films that you can catch up with over the long holiday.

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Cricket Dispute Has Australia Leading England in the Ashes

A play at the Ashes was technically called correctly, yet it had England’s fans chanting, “Same old Aussies, always cheating.” Even Britain’s prime minister has weighed in.

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A Savory Goat Cheese and Dill Dutch Baby Drizzled With Honey and Lemon

Yewande Komolafe’s new recipe cooks up in a flash and disappears just as fast.

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France Protests: Hundreds Arrested in Fifth Night of Unrest After Police Shooting

Despite a generally calmer evening of demonstrations over the police killing of a 17-year-old, two attacks aimed at civic leaders highlighted the tinderbox situation.

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Does It Help to Know How Much the Boss Makes?

Sky-high C.E.O. pay isn’t a secret. And transparency about those big numbers can have surprising effects on the work force as a whole.

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Tesla Sales Surge as Tax Credits Fuel Demand

Incentives and price cuts made Tesla electric cars cheaper than comparable gasoline models. But the company faces growing competition in China, a key market.

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DeSantis Uses L.G.B.T.Q Issues to Attack Trump in Twitter Video

The Florida governor sought to contrast his record opposing gay and transgender rights in a video highlighting comments made by the former president during the 2016 campaign — but has gotten some pushback.

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At Funeral for Nahel M. Near Paris Anguish Anger and Racial Tensions

For many in the crowd, including hundreds who could not fit in the mosque to mourn the teenager killed by a police officer, his story felt familiar.

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Paper Magazine: The Oral History of a Downtown Institution

It started as a chronicler of all things downtown. After success came, it morphed into something else. Now Paper has a new owner — and an uncertain future.

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Top 10 Hardest and Easiest Spelling Bee Words June 24-30

Cornered, many players had to face the music with “plena.”

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New Features for an Updated WordleBot

We’ve added a 14-day average of your scores, a 90-day window to review past games and more information on players’ guesses.

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The Man Who Pictured Ghanas Rise at Home and Abroad

James Barnor, Ghana’s first photojournalist and an influential fashion photographer in London, stars in a major survey at the Detroit Institute of Arts.

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As Sewell Departs Adams Names Caban as Interim N.Y.P.D. Commissioner

Edward Caban, the department’s second-highest official, has been close to the mayor as intrigue surrounded his predecessor, Keechant L. Sewell.

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