How to Choose a Pope, and a Deportation ‘Black Hole’
Plus, the Oscars OK the use of A.I. (with caveats).Read More
Pope Francis’ Death Silences a Voice for the Voiceless
As democratic values and alliances were being turned upside down, the pope was a consistent moral guidepost. Who can play that role now?Read More
Gold Price Sets Another Record as Trump’s Tariffs Unnerve Markets
President Trump’s tariffs and his attacks on the Federal Reserve continue to unnerve the markets, pushing investors away from the dollar and toward havens like gold.Read More
What Are the Plans for Pope Francis’ Funeral?
Pope Francis’ funeral, which is set to begin on Saturday, will span several days.Read More
Mahmoud Khalil’s Son Arrives After ICE Refuses to Let Him Attend Birth
Mr. Khalil, a permanent resident detained in Louisiana, had requested a monitored furlough for the birth. His request was denied in less than an hour.Read More
Nadine Menendez Is Found Guilty of Taking Bribes and Obstructing Justice
Ms. Menendez had been charged with her husband, Robert Menendez, a former New Jersey senator convicted in July of trading his political influence for gold, cash and a Mercedes-Benz.Read More
Trump Calls Concern Over Hegseth’s 2nd Signal Chat Episode ‘Waste of Time’
The president said he had confidence in Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth after The New York Times reported that he had shared details about a military strike in another group chat.Read More
Government Watchdog Drops Inquiries Into Mass Firings of Probationary Workers
Experts in federal employment law said the Trump administration’s justifications to end the investigations were baffling at best.Read More
For Pope Francis, a Last Burst of Pastoring Before Death
The Catholic faithful took heart when the pontiff, after two brushes with death, emerged from a hospital and resumed some of his duties. Their joy proved short-lived.Read More
With Latest Missteps, Veneer of Discipline in 2nd Trump Term Falls Away
The mistakes, miscommunications and flip-flops are piling up after an early run defined by a flood of major policy changes that were rolled out at breakneck speed.Read More