Trump Pivots Back to Diplomacy as Iran Victory Eludes Him

The question is whether negotiations can finally reopen the Strait of Hormuz and lay the groundwork for nuclear talks

Underground Reactor Splits Rural Kansas

No one has tried operating a commercial one a mile down—until now. ‘It’s great that it’s here. It’s kind of bad that we’re the guinea pigs.’

I Attended a Secluded Getaway for Burned Out Executives. It Got Existential.

A glimpse into why corporate professionals are going on midlife retreats

‘Naked Dressing’ Is Spreading and It’s Making Things Awkward

Barely-there outfits are moving from the runway to weddings and business conferences; ‘I have no idea where to look right now.’

A Bike Lane Battle Spills Into the Streets

Cycling lanes that replace parking draw backlash from merchants, who say they are losing customers. ‘Bring back common sense.’

Fauci’s Turn From Pandemic Star to Silent Witness

The nation’s most prominent doctor during Covid is confronting the biggest challenge to his legacy yet

U.S. Says Hamas Has Agreed to Broad Plan to Disarm

If the multiphase process succeeds, Palestinian militant groups would lose power in Gaza and Israel would withdraw from the enclave

France Is Using 12 Aging Planes to Fight Its Wildfires

The water bombers, grounded often for maintenance, are prompting debate over the country’s readiness ahead of blazes

The Daring Mission to Recover World War II POWs From the Bottom of the Ocean

The collapsed wreckage of the Oryoku Maru has made it impossible for the U.S. to bring home the remains of hundreds of Americans—until now

The U.S. Commander With a Two-Week Plan to Escalate Strikes in Iran

As Trump retaliates for Iran’s latest missile attack, the question is how long the new air campaign will last

U.S. Retaliates Against Iran for Tuesday’s Surprise Attack

Trump had vowed earlier to strike Iran for missile attack on U.S. forces in Jordan

Netanyahu Finds Diminished Welcome From Trump as Iran War Drags On

Before the two leaders met, the Trump administration pressed Netanyahu to show he was serious about advancing peace talks in Lebanon and Gaza

Why Europe’s Wildfires Are So Intense This Year

Heavy rainfall followed by extreme heat created the perfect tinder to carry the flames

Japan Quake Leads to Mall Collapse; Death Toll Rises to 13

TSMC evacuates chip factory in Kumamoto prefecture after magnitude 6.8 earthquake

AI Chatbots Know How to Make Deadly Biological Weapons. Some Will Teach You.

AI companies play a cat-and-mouse game, trying to boost the capabilities of their creations while scrambling to block answers to dangerous queries

Boaters Are Splurging to Make Fishing Yachts Run Like Supercars

Massive new outboard motors are unleashing unprecedented horsepower for owners who want bigger, faster vessels

Trump Pauses Iran Strikes as Officials Weigh Dwindling Air Defense Stocks

The U.S. held off on a major military campaign that could have lasted two weeks, officials said

Schools Hear Calls To Expand Recess

Alarmed by shrinking recess time, parents campaign to restore it

How to Enjoy a Trip to St. Tropez—Even If You’re Not a Millionaire

The French Riviera hub is a status symbol for the jet set. But look a little deeper, and you’ll find a place with plenty of local charm—and natural beauty.

The Lonely Fight to Keep the Cheap Las Vegas Buffet Alive

In a city increasingly full of affluent visitors, a few old-school hotels are hellbent on keeping the all-you-can-eat circus going