Gen Z Finds Solace in Empty Spaces

The internet trend that led to A24’s smash hit ‘Backrooms’ has given a visual language to Gen Z’s real-world anxieties

Trump’s Deal Sidesteps Key Reasons He Went to War With Iran

Pact makes no demands on Tehran over its militias or huge arsenal of missiles

We Did the Math on Why the iPhone 18 Pro Could Cost $1,299

The memory-chip crunch is pushing up prices for all electronics—including Apple’s biggest product

Inside Trump and Netanyahu’s Complicated Relationship

‘Why are you blowing up buildings?’ Trump asked the Israeli leader in a recent call

Oldies Moonwalk Back Into the Charts

From Gen Z to Boomers, listeners across generations are increasingly embracing throwbacks

He’s One of the World Cup’s All-Time Greats. Why Is Kylian Mbappé So Unloved?

The French striker is either a genius or a diva who has been booed by his own fans. But Les Bleus are counting on him to reach their fifth final in three decades.

See Where Iran’s Billions of Dollars in Frozen Assets Are Held

The U.S. blocked several countries from paying for oil purchases, money that Tehran now wants back to permanently end the war

Iran Is Returning to Nuclear Talks No Longer Afraid of America

Tehran has learned it can survive the worst Washington can throw at it, but it still needs sanctions relief to stave off economic calamity

Pride and Politics at Iran’s World Cup Home Game—in Los Angeles

After an unprecedented war between a participating country and the host nation, Iran opened its campaign in a charged atmosphere with adoring fans, banned flags and players speaking out.

Terry Crews Shaves His Head Every Day

The actor and host brings a gallon jug of water with him everywhere

The Race to Land an Iran Deal Loomed Large Behind Trump’s UFC Birthday

In one weekend, Trump veered from threatening the ‘ultimate alternative’ against Iran to celebrating what he called a ‘great deal’ to end the war

‘The Odyssey’ Sparks Ticket Mayhem—and a Scalper Bonanza

Fans are scrambling to find tickets for deluxe showings of Christopher Nolan’s new IMAX film, experiencing long lines and scalpers selling tickets for around 10 times the original value

The Party Game Where Silicon Valley’s Elite Pretend to Kill Each Other

In new video series, tech industry’s most powerful players gather around Mafia table for evening of deception

The 40-Year-Old Goalkeeper Who Just Shut Out the World Cup Favorites

With his heroics in the Cape Verde net, Vozinha held European champion Spain to a 0-0 draw—and the first major upset of this tournament

Blood, Sweat and Corporate Sponsors: Trump Hosts White House Cage Fight

UFC event held on the president’s 80th birthday, bringing in VIPs and corporate sponsors

Swiss Voters Reject Population Cap to Manage Immigration

A ‘yes’ vote would have sparked a diplomatic clash with the European Union

U.S. and Iran Have Reached a Deal to Stop Fighting, Reopen Shipping

Signing is planned for Friday, marking a potential breakthrough in war that has roiled the global economy

A Miami-to-Havana Lifeline Is Slowing Cuba’s Slide Into Economic Collapse

Diaspora sends food and medicine to counter shortages as U.S. squeezes communist government

Our Food Columnist Took a Bite Out of Knicks Fever

New York City is awash in food dyes, from Jalen Brunson rigatoni to blue-and-orange bagels, for the NBA Finals

What Astrologers See in Trump’s Birthday Horoscope

The president’s cage-match celebration makes perfect sense for a Gemini