Trump’s Charm and Threats May Not Be Working on ChinaTrump’s Charm and Threats May Not Be Working on ChinaPresident Trump threatened tariffs on $150 billion in goods, then tried conciliation. Beijing’s response either way: Rebuff the offers and avoid specific pledges.24m agoShare Article: "Trump’s Charm and Threats May Not Be Working on China"
Trump Defends Administration’s Trade Strategy With ChinaThe president praised his approach, and criticized Democrats, in a series of tweets on Monday following a three-day negotiation session that ended with little clarity.3h agoShare Article: "Trump Defends Administration’s Trade Strategy With China"
Social media users noticed a distinct age gap between the Chinese delegates and the American lawmakers who met them.
Trump Demands Investigation of the Russia InquiryTrump Demands Investigation of the Russia InquiryPresident Trump demanded that the Justice Department open an investigation into whether the department or the F.B.I. “infiltrated or surveilled” his campaign at the behest of the Obama administration.In ordering up a new inquiry, Mr. Trump crossed over into applying overt presidential pressure on the Justice Department to do his bidding.10h agoShare Article: "Trump Demands Investigation of the Russia Inquiry"
Trump campaign aides met an envoy for two Persian Gulf nations, suggesting countries beyond Russia may have offered help.
The Eviction Machine Churning Through New York CityNew York City’s housing court system was created in part to shelter tenants from dangerous conditions.Part II in our series explores how it has instead become a powerful tool for landlords. 13m agoShare Article: "The Eviction Machine Churning Through New York City"
The system that protects the city’s roughly one million regulated apartments is profoundly broken. Read Part I in our investigation.
In Speech, Pompeo Piles On Against Iran After Nuclear Deal WithdrawalSecretary of State Mike Pompeo used his first major policy address to deliver a hard-line speech at the conservative Heritage Foundation.While he did not directly threaten the use of military force, Mr. Pompeo said that if Iran restarts its nuclear program “we will respond.”2h agoShare Article: "In Speech, Pompeo Piles On Against Iran After Nuclear Deal Withdrawal"
Trump Is Grappling With Risks of North Korea MeetingPresident Trump was surprised and angered by a statement issued by the North’s chief nuclear negotiator, who declared that the country would not swap its nuclear weapons capability for economic aid.
Oliver North Blames ‘Culture of Violence’ for Mass ShootingsOliver L. North, the incoming president of the National Rifle Association, appeared on television to blame mass shootings on youth culture and the drug Ritalin.He added that “taking away the rights of law-abiding citizens” would not stop the carnage.1h agoShare Article: "Oliver North Blames ‘Culture of Violence’ for Mass Shootings"
Once Hated by U.S., Is Sadr Now ‘Face of Reform’ in Iraq?Moktada al-Sadr, the upset winner of this month’s tight election, was once demonized by the U.S. as one of the greatest threats to peace and stability in Iraq.He has been reinvented as an anticorruption champion whose “Iraq First” message appealed to voters across sectarian divides.May 21Share Article: "Once Hated by U.S., Is Sadr Now ‘Face of Reform’ in Iraq?"
The Editorial BoardVenezuela’s Sham ElectionSunday’s vote giving Nicolás Maduro another term was flawed by low turnout and rampant corruption. Venezuela’s Latin neighbors must unite to isolate and force him from office.1h agoShare Article: "Venezuela’s Sham Election"
Rob HendersonWhy Being a Foster Child Made Me a ConservativeMy experiences forced me to reflect on what environments are best for children. Certainly not the ones I came from.2h agoShare Article: "Why Being a Foster Child Made Me a Conservative"
Margaret RenklMonarchs in My Garden, at LastPlanting specifically to attract pollinators — bees, skippers and butterflies — has finally paid off.7h agoShare Article: "Monarchs in My Garden, at Last"
The Supreme Court upheld workplace arbitration clauses to stop employees from uniting to take legal action.
Richard Goodwin, a speechwriter for Presidents John F. Kennedy and Lyndon B. Johnson, has died at 86.
The celebrity chef Mario Batali is said to be under investigation after a second sexual assault complaint emerged.
“Where are you guys born?” A Border Patrol agent asked two citizens speaking Spanish. They accused him of racial profiling.
The Obamas are coming to Netflix. The former president and first lady have a multiyear deal to produce shows and films.
Adam Ferguson for The New York TimesAustralia’s Immigration Solution: Small TownsAustralia’s Immigration Solution: Small TownsAn influx of Filipinos has turned tiny Pyramid Hill into a model for integration and revival.Australia4h agoShare Article: "Australia’s Immigration Solution: Small Towns"
Bernard Lewis, Influential Scholar of Islam, Is Dead at 101Mr. Lewis’s views on the connection between Islam and terrorism inspired controversy and helped shape American foreign policy under George W. Bush.Obituaries1h agoShare Article: "Bernard Lewis, Influential Scholar of Islam, Is Dead at 101"
Hillary and Bill Clinton Go Separate Ways for MidtermsMrs. Clinton plans to endorse Andrew M. Cuomo for governor of New York this week. But elsewhere on the 2018 campaign trail, she and Mr. Clinton are not always welcome.PoliticsMay 21Share Article: "Hillary and Bill Clinton Go Separate Ways for Midterms"
New Health and Human Services Secretary Is a Joyful RegulatorIn an administration with a deregulatory bent, Alex Azar relishes his policymaking powers.The UpshotMay 18Share Article: "New Health and Human Services Secretary Is a Joyful Regulator"
The Bicultural Blackness of the Royal WeddingThe Bicultural Blackness of the Royal WeddingMany elements of Saturday’s ceremony bridged Meghan Markle’s African-American identity with the black British one that she was about to enter.Television5h agoShare Article: "The Bicultural Blackness of the Royal Wedding"Pool photo by WPA
The Sunlit Studio a Son Built for His Photographer-MotherThe architect Mauricio Rocha dreamed up a stark space for the artist Graciela Iturbide in Mexico City.Design & InteriorsMay 18Share Article: "The Sunlit Studio a Son Built for His Photographer-Mother"
Investigation? N.C.A.A. Scrutiny? Business as Usual in Grassroots HoopsA federal probe and criticism from an N.C.A.A. commission led by Condoleezza Rice have done little to change how shoe companies in youth basketball operate.SportsMay 21Share Article: "Investigation? N.C.A.A. Scrutiny? Business as Usual in Grassroots Hoops"
4 Things Smarter Living Taught Me That Can Help You, TooTimes Insider3h agoShare Article: "4 Things Smarter Living Taught Me That Can Help You, Too"
A Beginner’s Guide to Backing Up Your PhotosSmarter LivingJan. 11Share Article: "A Beginner’s Guide to Backing Up Your Photos"
How Strenuous Exercise Affects Our Immune SystemMoveApril 25Share Article: "How Strenuous Exercise Affects Our Immune System"
A Smarter Way to Do Your LaundrySmarter LivingMay 20Share Article: "A Smarter Way to Do Your Laundry"
Jim Wilson/The New York TimesRun TMC Watches Rockets Miss, Miss and Miss Some MoreThe ex-teammates Tim Hardaway, Chris Mullin and Mitch Richmond, a trio of guards known in N.B.A. lore as Run TMC, sat courtside during Golden State’s lopsided Game 3 win over Houston.Sports6h agoShare Article: "Run TMC Watches Rockets Miss, Miss and Miss Some More"
Bill Gold, Whose Posters Captured Movie Magic, Is DeadObituaries12m agoShare Article: "Bill Gold, Whose Posters Captured Movie Magic, Is Dead"
Rachel Cusk Completes an Exceptional TrilogyBooks2h agoShare Article: "Rachel Cusk Completes an Exceptional Trilogy"
Review: After the Earthquake, a ‘Room’ Haunted by MemoriesTheater1h agoShare Article: "Review: After the Earthquake, a ‘Room’ Haunted by Memories"
How One Company Got Caught Scamming Silicon ValleyBook ReviewMay 21Share Article: "How One Company Got Caught Scamming Silicon Valley"
U.K. vs. U.S.: How Much of Your Personal Data Can You Get?We decided to test how easy it soon might be for people in Europe to access their personal data compared with users in the United States.Technology6h agoShare Article: "U.K. vs. U.S.: How Much of Your Personal Data Can You Get?"
Western University/Athabasca University/Large Binocular Telescope ObservatoryAlien Asteroids Are Here. Get Used to Them.An asteroid that cohabits an orbit with Jupiter came from outside the solar system.Science4h agoShare Article: "Alien Asteroids Are Here. Get Used to Them."
My Patient’s SmilePatients’ stories and their circumstances do not always align with doctors’ plans as healers, a medical student writes.Live11h agoShare Article: "My Patient’s Smile"
The Thing Inside Your Cells That Might Determine How Long You LiveYou may have forgotten about the nucleolus since you took biology class, but scientists think this structure inside every cell in your body may play an important role in aging.ScienceMay 20Share Article: "The Thing Inside Your Cells That Might Determine How Long You Live"
We Made a Tool to Help You Hear Both Laurel and YannyThe UpshotMay 18Share Article: "We Made a Tool to Help You Hear Both Laurel and Yanny"
Yanny or Laurel: It Sounds a Lot Like the DressScienceMay 18Share Article: "Yanny or Laurel: It Sounds a Lot Like the Dress"
10 Dead in Texas School Shooting; Majority of Victims Were StudentsU.S.May 19Share Article: "10 Dead in Texas School Shooting; Majority of Victims Were Students"
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