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In Washington State, Democrats Consider Breaking a Taboo: Taxing the Rich
The state where Jeff Bezos and Bill Gates made fortunes might have progressive social policies, but its resistance to an income tax is similar to conservative states. That might change.
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Exploring the Dark Matter Mystery: What We Know and What’s Next
When I first heard about dark matter, I imagined it as this ominous, shadowy substance lurking in the cosmos, almost like the villain in a sci-fi flick. But the truth is, dark matter is more of a cosmic puzzle than a cosmic villain. It’s everywhere, yet we can’t see it or touch it. It’s a…
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Mexican Forces Kill ‘El Mencho,’ Nation’s Most-Wanted Cartel Boss
“El Mencho” was the longtime head of one of the nation’s most powerful cartels. Armed groups set fire to cars and buildings across Mexico in the wake of his death.
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The Ex-Taxi Driver at the Center of Russia’s Shadow War
The Kremlin’s sabotage campaign against European allies of Ukraine has been escalating. It needs people like Aleksei Kolosovsky, 42, to carry it out.
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Iran Students Protest for Second Day Despite State Crackdown
Student groups reported protests at universities in Iran’s two largest cities as the government grapples with domestic discontent and the threat of U.S. strikes.
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St. Francis’ Remains, Rarely Seen, Go on Display in Assisi
The bones of Italy’s patron saint will be shown to the public for a month, to mark the 800th anniversary of his death.
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Arab Leaders Condemn Remarks by U.S. Ambassador to Israel
The ambassador, Mike Huckabee, seemed to endorse Israeli control of lands stretching from Egypt to Iraq. He said his comments were taken out of context.
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Here Are the Rare Instances of Fatal Shootings by the Secret Service
Sunday’s shooting of an armed man at President Trump’s Florida club is one of only a handful of fatal encounters that the agency has had in its 160-year history.
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F.B.I. Director Celebrates Olympic Hockey Victory on Day of Mar-a-Lago Shooting
Kash Patel’s trip to Italy came at a fraught and frenetic time for the bureau and Mr. Patel, who has shown little willingness to curb his jet-setting.
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Trump Considers Targeted Strike Against Iran, Followed by Larger Attack
The top negotiators plan to meet in Geneva on Thursday for last-ditch talks, debating a new proposal that could create an off-ramp as two carrier groups massed within striking distance of Iran.