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Trying to Rid the Pentagon of Culture Wars, Hegseth Has Created His Own
Persistent distractions are feeding a climate of mistrust as the U.S. military faces a series of wartime issues, including shortfalls of missile interceptors.
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As Midterms Rage, Gillibrand Wants Congress to Talk Menopause
Senator Kirsten Gillibrand of New York is devoting a hearing to a topic that affects millions but is poorly understood and widely ignored, including when it comes to federal research money.
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Alaska Sen. Dan Sullivan Walks a Tricky Line on Tariffs as He Seeks Re-Election
Senator Dan Sullivan of Alaska has shown quiet support for President Trump’s tariffs. His brother, the head of their family business, has described the economic volatility as an enormous challenge.
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The Bari Weiss Era of ‘60 Minutes’ Begins
The long-running CBS News program returned for a high-pressure 59th season on Sunday. With new correspondents and a refreshed stopwatch, it was more tweak than overhaul.
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Exploring Earth’s Hidden Gems: 10 Breathtaking Destinations You Must Visit
Exploring Earth’s Hidden Gems: 10 Breathtaking Destinations You Must Visit Travel has always been a big part of my life. Each trip feels like a new chapter in my personal story, filled with unexpected discoveries and moments that make my heart swell with gratitude. I’ve been fortunate to wander through some of the world’s lesser-known…
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How Iran’s Hard-liners Blew Up the Peace Deal with Trump
Opponents derailed the agreement with a clandestine effort to attack ships in the Strait of Hormuz, regime insiders say. Iran’s president was furious when he found out.
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Russian Strikes on Ukraine Hits Near David Petraeus, ex-C.I.A. Chief
David Petraeus was at a rail station when a drone hit. Another train, with former Prime Minister Boris Johnson of Britain and other dignitaries, had just left, Ukrainian officials said.
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Don’t Call Him Pop: A New, Improved Roy Lichtenstein Is at the Whitney
The artist Alex Da Corte and the curator Meg Onli bring fresh eyes to a survey bridging high art and mass culture. Will Lichtenstein resonate with a young audience?
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Can Design Heal Battles on the Mall and the American College Campus?
Among this fall’s highlights: Memorials and a sculpture garden in Washington, a focus on pioneering Black architects, and design worth traveling for in Brussels and Mexico City.
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Did Trump Win the Battle Over the Smithsonian?
Lonnie G. Bunch III, who has led the institution since 2019, parried the White House until deciding it was time to go.