Bombs, Bargains and Bluster: Trump’s Iran Approach Sows Confusion
President Trump’s pendulum swings on Iran have often seemed driven by mood and moment rather than any discernible strategy.
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Alaska Authorities Race to Rescue 4 Climbers Who Fell on Mount McKinley
The condition of the climbers was not immediately known.
Who Are the 9 Scripps Spelling Bee Finalists?
The remaining spellers are 12 to 14, and represent five states as well as the District of Columbia.
From ‘clickbait’ to ‘nerfing,’ modern slang is shaking up the bee.
Internet slang and non-European terms are appearing more and more in the competition while words with Greek and Latin words are being used l…
Mina Kimes, an N.F.L. analyst, is returning to her spelling bee roots.
A former school spelling bee champ, Ms. Kimes is on a mission to show America that these spellers are just as awesome as Patrick Mahomes.
A Democrat’s Dodge on AIPAC Points to the Party’s Tensions Over Israel
A key moment at a Senate primary debate in Michigan showed how pro-Israel Democrats are approaching the issue with caution.
After Explosion, Mourning Mixes With Dread Over a Paper Mill’s Future
The disaster at the mill in Longview, Wash., that took at least two lives was greeted with sadness but not surprise by a community that knew…
Iran, Gas Prices, the Ballroom: Trump Professes Indifference Over Fallout
President Trump has increasingly adopted a posture of nonchalance when pushed on the political consequences of his actions.
Swallowing Concerns, G.O.P. Senators Rally Behind Paxton
After attacking the Texas attorney general, who won the G.O.P. nomination, Senate Republicans are pivoting sharply to support him in what is…