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business
Stocks and the Economy Are Increasingly Relying on the A.I. Boom
Investment in artificial intelligence and related companies is lifting the stock market and spending across the economy.
By Ben Casselman and Joe Rennison
business
A Border City’s Future Rides on Trump’s Next Trade Moves
The economy of Laredo, Texas, has boomed under the president’s global tariffs. Now, his demands may threaten its success.
By Ana Swanson
world
What to Know About Trump’s Tariffs on Canada, and What’s Next
The president said punishing 50 percent tariffs would begin by Aug. 19, a significant escalation of the trade war between Canada and the U.S. that he started over a year ago.
By Ian Austen
business
See How Houthis Put the Red Sea at Risk as an Alternative Oil Route
Saudi Arabia has diverted huge amounts of oil to the Red Sea since the Iran war began, but now the Iranian-backed Houthi militants say that they intend to block that route.
By Rebecca F. Elliott, Lazaro Gamio and Samuel Granados
world
Dubai Firm Cuts Deal for New Port to Bypass Strait of Hormuz
A Dubai-based logistics giant unveiled a deal with the United Arab Emirates on Wednesday to develop a new port system that would bypass the Strait of Hormuz.
By Pranav Baskar
nyregion
Mamdani Calls Netanyahu a ‘War Criminal’ and Calls on U.S. to Arrest Him
Mayor Zohran Mamdani challenged the United States to execute an international arrest warrant against Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of Israel, which New York itself cannot do.
By Liam Stack
world
Coveted U.S. Nuclear Deal Is a Coup for Saudi Crown Prince
Saudi Arabia had for years sought the controversial deal to obtain American nuclear technology. It is expected to be sealed on Wednesday, deepening U.S.-Saudi ties for decades to come.
By Vivian Nereim
world
The U.S. Has Rules for Nuclear Deals With Other Countries. Here’s How They Work.
The Trump administration is expected to announce an agreement with Saudi Arabia on a civilian nuclear program. Such deals, known as 123 Agreements, are designed to prevent the development of weapons.
By Lynsey Chutel
arts
He’s the Last Great Land Artist You’ve Never Heard Of
Charles Ross spent 50 years building “Star Axis,” a naked-eye observatory in New Mexico. Now his masterwork is ready. How to share it with a changed world?
By Travis Diehl and Brad Trone
business
Donald Trump Jr.’s Investment Firm Posts Staggering Returns of 200%
The fledgling firm, run by the president’s oldest son and his partner Omeed Malik, has made investments in A.I. and defense technology that have tripled in value in just months.
By Maureen Farrell
us
Women Are Too Controlling, She Wrote. Her Message Still Resonates.
The message in “The Surrendered Wife,” the best-selling book by Laura Doyle, was provocative. Many women credit it with saving their marriages.
By Vivian Yee and Isadora Kosofsky
us
The Choice Facing Some Immigrants: Pay $1.8 Million in Fines or Leave
Tens of thousands of immigrants have received letters to pay up or leave, as the government enlists debt collectors and seizes tax refunds.
By Miriam Jordan
us
In the House, All Roads Lead to the SAVE America Act
House Republicans have tied their entire legislative agenda to President Trump’s voting restriction measure, as he has demanded.
By Michael Gold
us
Rubio and Chinese Diplomat Make Plans for Trump and Xi’s Washington Summit
Secretary of State Marco Rubio spent much of a meeting with China’s foreign minister discussing the summit, but did not bring up President Trump’s claims of election interference by China.
By Edward Wong
world
Israeli Banks Threaten to Cut Off Palestinian Economy, Deepening Crisis
Two Israeli financial firms have long served as partners to Palestinian banks, handling transactions that make possible the West Bank’s imports and exports.
By David M. Halbfinger and Adam Rasgon
us
South Carolina and Nevada Fight to Kick Off Democrats’ 2028 Presidential Calendar
The calendar order could be hugely important to the 2028 presidential primary race. Democratic insiders will try to sketch out a schedule this week, and rival states are sniping at one another.
By Shane Goldmacher
us
6 Takeaways From Arizona’s Tense, Trump-Dominated Primaries
Republicans nominated a former N.F.L. kicker in a top House battleground, a Trump loyalist for governor and an election denier for the state’s top election post.
By Tim Balk
well
ChatGPT Led to a Man’s Near-Fatal Health Crisis, Lawsuit Claims
The case appears to be the first to argue that a chatbot’s advice harmed someone seeking guidance about a medical condition.
By Teddy Rosenbluth
nyregion
With 2 Hires, Mamdani Blends Economic Development With Economic Justice
Anthony E. Shorris, a former deputy mayor and a partner at McKinsey, and Lina Khan, the former chair of the Federal Trade Commission, will lead the city’s Economic Development Corporation.
By Jeffery C. Mays
travel
To Confront My Fear of Heights, I Crossed a Chasm on a Cable
A jittery hiker signed up for a via ferrata tour on the cliffs of an Adirondacks gorge. Here’s what he learned on the ledges, rungs and exposed bridges.
By Chris Hippensteel and Oliver Parini
opinion
Gen Z-ers Are Ditching Sex. They Might Be Onto Something.
Is celibacy cool now?
By Nadja Spiegelman, Christine Emba, Carter Sherman and Vishakha Darbha
opinion
Trump’s New Insult Won’t Save Republicans
The president’s attempt to drum up a third red scare is certain to fail.
By Jamelle Bouie
international-home
‘There Is a Void’: Louvre’s Burgled Gallery Reopens Without Stolen Jewels
Thieves stole crown jewels from the Apollo Gallery at the Louvre Museum in October, forcing its closure. Tourists finally returned on Wednesday.
By Catherine Porter