As the Nation Turns 250, a Texas Town Grieves Instead
A year after a catastrophic flood killed 139 people in the Texas Hill Country, communities along the Guadalupe River are still rebuilding.
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As the Nation Turns 250, a Texas Town Grieves Instead
A year after a catastrophic flood killed 139 people in the Texas Hill Country, communities along the Guadalupe River are still rebuilding.
‘Who Should I Vote for?’ Voters Turn to A.I. Before Casting Their Ballots
It takes effort to be an informed citizen. Artificial intelligence tools offer an alluring shortcut — but they’re not without risk.
What a French Fighter Jet Ride Taught Me About the Fourth of July
My adrenaline was pumping, and I had more or less learned how to use my ejector seat, but the flight was really a reminder of France’s rol…
Storms Cause Power Outages for 1 Million in Midwest, Northeast and Ontario
Strong winds from thunderstorms caused widespread cuts as the region sweltered in a heat wave.
Trump Pardons Violators of the Clean Air Act and a Major Donor
The president used his clemency power to further undermine environmental laws and to help a political supporter who pleaded guilty in a frau…
3 Dead After Boat Capsizes on Wisconsin Lake During Severe Storm
Seven others were rescued from the waters of Geneva Lake, southwest of Milwaukee, the authorities said.
Trump Takes Stock of Other Presidencies, Shedding Light on His Own
In his second term, the president has increasingly mused about his predecessors, comparing himself with some and distancing from the failure…
Celebrating America’s 250th Across the Country
Even as an oppressive heat wave stifled much of the United States, the nationwide party continued.
A Nation Unites for a Day of Grand 250th Celebrations
From large events in the biggest cities to small-town gatherings to backyard barbecues, a divided America is finding many ways to salute its…
Trump Targets Not Just Georgia’s Vote, but Also Trust in Elections
The president has sent 260 F.B.I. analysts to Georgia, repeating his baseless claims of fraud in 2020. But critics say the intention is to u…
Oppressive Heat Alters Plans for 250th Celebrations in Washington
The 100-degree-plus heat that has enveloped the nation’s capital shut down the Great American State Fair until 5 p.m. on Friday.