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Silicon Valley’s Richest Woman Hosts a Day of Innovation. Just Don’t Say Trump.
As the country’s liberal bubbles mourn the election’s outcome, Laurene Powell Jobs hig…
The story of violinist Tyler Carson, the "Fiddler on the Rock"
Violinist Tyler Carson is known professionally as the "Fiddler on the Rock,"…
Kennedy’s Inheritance: How Addiction and Trauma Shaped a Turbulent Life
Donald Trump’s pick to be health secretary, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has reached a pinnac…
Hamas Faces a Future Without Its Most Important Ally
Israel’s offensive against Hezbollah and the cease-fire to stop the fighting in Lebano…
This 22-Foot Turkey Roosts in a Region of Roadside Giants
Big Tom is a beloved landmark in his Minnesota hometown. Across the Midwest, small pla…
Drake accuses UMG of illegally promoting streams of Kendrick Lamar's song in court filing
Rapper Drake is taking Universal Music Group to court. In a petition, filed in Texas, …
Record Number of Travelers Expected Over Thanksgiving Week
Bad weather threatens roads over the holiday, but security lines were moving quickly a…
Colman Domingo on his Emmy win, Oscar nod, and starring in "The Madness
From Emmy wins to Oscar nods, Colman Domingo reflects on his career and dives into his…
Brittney Griner and wife, Cherelle, celebrate first holiday season as a family with Bash
Brittney Griner and her wife Cherelle welcomed their son, Bash, in July. Now, they'…
Transgender Activists Question the Movement’s Confrontational Approach
Facing diminishing public support, some activists say all-or-nothing tactics are not w…
In California’s Heartland, Some Latino Immigrants Back Trump’s Border Stance
They said they believed that Donald J. Trump’s attacks on undocumented immigrants were…
Good enough to eat: Noah Verrier's paintings of comfort food
Artist Noah Verrier is getting millions of likes on social media for his paintings of …
Immigrants Across U.S. Rush to Prepare for Trump Crackdown
Donald Trump’s promise to carry out mass deportations has driven fearful immigrants to…
At Bible Study for the Homeless, a Search for Meaning
Religion is often overlooked as a factor in the lives of the needy, but those who gath…
Trump’s Trade Agenda Could Benefit Friends and Punish Rivals
Donald Trump has a record of pardoning favored companies from tariffs. Companies are o…
Melissa Etheridge on performing national anthem at NWSL Championship
Grammy-winning artist Melissa Etheridge will sing the national anthem at the 2024 NWSL…
Fin Whale Carcass Washes Ashore in Anchorage, Alaska
Crowds in Anchorage have braved freezing temperatures and slippery ice to see the hulk…
Twists and Turns in Sept. 11 Plea Process Are Agonizing, Families Say
No matter whether they prefer a trial or swift resolution, relatives of victims of the…
Newsom Heads to California Counties That Voted for Trump
Gov. Gavin Newsom acknowledged that residents were frustrated by economic problems and…
Jury Awards $98.65 Million to Family of Man Killed by Former Dallas Police Officer
A jury in federal court concluded that a white police officer used excessive force and…
Chronic Brain Trauma Is Extensive in Navy’s Elite Speedboat Crews
The pounding that sailors’ brains take from years of high-speed wave-slamming in the S…
As Democrats Question How to Win Back Latinos, Ruben Gallego Offers Answers
After a victorious Senate campaign, the Arizona lawmaker thinks others can follow his …
As Democrats Question How to Win Back Latinos, Ruben Gallego Offers Answers
After a victorious Senate campaign, the Arizona lawmaker thinks others can follow his …
600,000 Lose Power in Washington State as Atmospheric River Nears
A storm system approaching the Northwest with hurricane-force winds was expected to dr…
Priest in Sabrina Carpenter music video controversy stripped of his duties
The leader of a New York City church where pop star Sabrina Carpenter filmed scenes fo…
For Minority Working-Class Voters, Dismay in Democrats Led to Distrust
In scores of interviews throughout 2024, Latino, Black and Asian American voters, many…
Victoria Kjær Theilvig of Denmark is crowned Miss Universe
Victoria Kjær Theilvig, an animal protection advocate who works in the diamond selling…
Is This the End of the White Working-Class Democrat?
Democrats hoped to lose by less in blue-collar areas that had drifted toward Donald Tr…
Trump Boosters Expect Big Returns on Their Investment: ‘The Shackles Are Off’
Wealthy donors to the president-elect’s campaign anticipate a more business-friendly a…
How Illegal Immigration Fuels the U.S. Consumer Economy
Companies in need of workers turn to staffing agencies to fill their distribution cent…
The Middlemen Linking Migrants in the U.S. to Your Shopping Cart
The incoming Trump administration promises an immigration crackdown. But for years, th…
Why Did Ben Sasse Resign as President of the University of Florida?
Florida’s star president, Ben Sasse, was among the best paid university presidents eve…
Liberal Berkeley’s Toughened Stance on Homeless Camps Is a Bellwether
The progressive stronghold in California plans to target large encampments, relying on…
Bullet Hits Southwest Plane at Dallas Love Field Airport
No injuries were reported, and the aircraft safely returned to the terminal. from NY…
The Onion buys Alex Jones' Infowars at a bankruptcy auction
Satirical publication The Onion bought the conspiracy theorist outlet Infowars, but no…
Chronic Brain Trauma Is Extensive in Navy’s Elite Speedboat Crews
The pounding that sailors’ brains take from years of high-speed wave-slamming in the S…
Trump Targets Temporary Protected Status for Immigrants From Troubled Countries
Temporary Protected Status, created by a Republican president, has allowed thousands o…
Trump to Install Ally Who Publishes His Books as Head of Personnel
Sergio Gor, who has helped run the publishing company that produces the president-elec…
Lindsey Vonn Will End Her Retirement and Rejoin the U.S. Ski Team
Five years ago the American ski racer left the sport, but a new right knee has her aim…
LSU student arrested over threat vs. governor who wanted live tiger at game
An LSU student has been arrested after allegedly making an online threat to kill Louis…
West Bank Annexation in 2025? Trump’s Mideast Team Has Israeli Right Exulting.
Arab Americans and liberal Jewish voters, however, have ample reason to fear the namin…
Take the ‘Death Stairs’ if You Dare
A Facebook page, which began among a few friends, has grown into a popular photo colle…
John Krasinski named People magazine's Sexiest Man Alive for 2024
John Krasinski is People magazine's Sexiest Man Alive for 2024. The magazine annou…
Chronic Brain Trauma Is Extensive in Navy’s Elite Speedboat Crews
The pounding that sailors’ brains take from years of high-speed wave-slamming in the S…
Mattel faults print error for porn site listed on "Wicked" doll box
Mattel apologizes for inadvertently directing people to pornography site instead of on…
Trump Offers Elise Stefanik Role as U.N. Ambassador
In one of his first cabinet-level personnel decisions, the president-elect has chosen …
Army Private Is Identified Almost 80 Years After Death in World War II
Jeremiah P. Mahoney had been missing in action since 1945. His remains will be interre…
Trump’s Gains Among Latinos Push a Civil Rights Group to Reflect on Its Past
From its founding nearly a century ago, LULAC encouraged Hispanic people to embrace Am…
Unions Bet Big on Harris. Now They’re Bracing for Consequences.
Government unions, service worker unions and industrial unions all face possible reper…
Immigration Lawyers Prepare to Battle Trump in Court Again
Nearly eight years after the first challenges to his immigration policies, Donald Trum…
She Was a Child Instagram Influencer. Her Fans Were Grown Men.
“Jacky Dejo” was introduced to social media by her parents as a snowboarding prodigy. …
Piecing Life Back Together After Helene, One Mud-Splattered Photo at a Time
The Mosses’ home washed away during the hurricane, and with it went their photos of a …
Kelly Reilly on the final season of "Yellowstone" and what's next for Beth Dutton
"Yellowstone" star Kelly Reilly joins "CBS Mornings" to share what…
California Shifts Rightward on Crime in an Election Fueled by Frustration
Voters in the Democratic-run state overwhelmingly approved a measure to impose harsher…
Trump Flipped Hispanic South Texas
Donald J. Trump’s biggest gains anywhere were along the Texas border, a Democratic str…
For Some Americans, Now Is the Perfect Time to Get Away
The campaign season has been draining for not just the candidates, but also for many v…
Arizona Voters Approve Abortion Rights Amendment
Like those in other states, the Arizona measure essentially establishes abortion prote…
Trump Wins Pennsylvania, a Key Swing State Prize
Both Donald J. Trump and Kamala Harris fought hard for Pennsylvania’s 19 electoral vot…
For Biden Officials, Lebanon May Be a Problem Too Big to Solve
Despite hopes that political shifts in Beirut could bring lasting peace to the Israel-…
Here’s When the Polls Open to Vote Across the U.S.
While millions of Americans have already voted early, millions more will head to polli…
These 8 Counties Could Hint at Where the Election Is Headed
While the nation awaits statewide results after the polls close on Election Day, a num…
Could This Presidential Election Be Decided by the Supreme Court?
It is unlikely that the court ends up playing a major role in the outcome, according t…
This Retired General Settled the 9/11 Case. Then the Defense Secretary Took Charge.
Susan Escallier’s approval of a plea deal, one of the most important decisions in the …
Music legend Quincy Jones dies at 91
Quincy Jones, the multi-talented music legend who collaborated with everyone from Mich…
Trump’s Religious Ambitions: Christian Power Across U.S. Life and Government
The Republican presidential nominee has pledged enhanced access to the White House. “I…
Diwali Reminds Me of Who I Am (but It Took Awhile to Get There)
The writer Raj Tawney shares how celebrating Diwali eventually taught him to feel more…
Severe Thunderstorm and Reported Tornado Hit Oklahoma City
Parts of central and southern Oklahoma were under tornado warnings early Sunday, as on…
Professors Worry Their Power Is Shrinking at Universities
Faculty members are used to sharing power with presidents and trustees to run universi…
Inside a Deadly Southern California Jail System: 5 Takeaways
Troubling patterns across the Riverside County jail system put detainees at risk. fr…
Trump Attacks Liz Cheney Using Violent War Imagery
In an onstage interview in Arizona with Tucker Carlson, former President Donald J. Tru…
Gérard Depardieu skipping sex assaults hearing, lawyer says
Gérard Depardieu, who is facing trial for the alleged sexual assaults of t…
Colman Domingo on his Emmy win, Oscar nod, and starring in "The Madness
From Emmy wins to Oscar nods, Colman Domingo reflects on his career and di…
Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez Steps Onto a Wider Stage
The progressive lawmaker is taking a larger role in Democratic politics, s…
Gérard Depardieu skipping sex assaults hearing, lawyer says
Gérard Depardieu, who is facing trial for the alleged sexual assaults of t…