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Israeli Academics Find Themselves Isolated Despite Gaza Cease-Fire
Discover how the conflict in Gaza is affecting Israeli professors and students, who find themselves cut off from the world of science and learning. This story explores the personal cost of political boycotts.
Newsom, Eyeing 2028, Tries to Mess With Texas: ‘Don’t Poke the Bear’
California's governor takes his political fight to a rival's home state, sparking talk about his future plans and a warning not to provoke a powerful opponent.
Sent to Prison
A man looking for safety in the U.S. is sent to a harsh prison in El Salvador. This is the story of his four months inside and the injustice he faced.
How Courts Have Ruled in Challenges to Trump’s National Guard Deployments
When the U.S. president deployed the National Guard to American cities, a legal battle began. Explore how federal courts weighed in on the limits of presidential power.
10 Years After a Breakthrough Climate Pact, Here’s Where We Are
A decade ago, the world made a promise to fight climate change with the Paris Agreement. Discover the progress we've made and the enormous challenges that still lie ahead.
U.S. Sends Attack Aircraft to El Salvador
An investigation reveals a new U.S. military presence in Central America, raising questions about its purpose in a region already seeing a buildup of troops.
Obesity Drugs May Drop to as Little as $149 a Month
Learn about a new agreement that makes popular weight-loss drugs more affordable for many Americans. Discover how this deal could help people access the medicine they need.
The Judge and the Hidden Papers
A federal judge becomes angry with government lawyers in a major case. Discover why hiding information is a serious problem in the American justice system.
Is Melatonin Bad for Your Heart? Here’s What to Know.
A popular sleep aid is in the news for its potential effects on the heart. This reader explores the science behind the headlines and what it means for you.
How Mayor Mamdani Can Write New York’s Next Chapter
A newly elected mayor in a bustling city learns that a lasting legacy is built not on grand promises, but on tangible, everyday improvements that earn the people's trust.
Bold Assassinations Are ‘Reality Check’ in Mexico’s Cartel Fight
The shocking murder of a brave local mayor forces Mexico and its new president to confront the deep-rooted power of drug cartels.
A Mother and Daughter on Screen
Explore the unique Hollywood story of Diane Ladd and Laura Dern, a mother-daughter duo who shared the screen and made acting history together.