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- SS United States scheduled for sinking next month to become works largest artificial reef
- Oregon coastal city issues evacuation order after fire at seafood plant
- More flooding possible in Four Corners region after days of heavy rain
- Who's on Air Force One? Trump's midterms entourage includes strategists, aides and aging athletes
- At least 12 people injured in shooting near a football stadium in Florida
- Trump announces at a Georgia campaign rally that Audi will build a new auto factory in the state
- Sullivan, Peltola seek support from Alaska Native voters ahead of crucial Senate race
- New York's archdiocese and survivors of clergy abuse agree to $800 million legal settlement
- As Trump fights over what America owes, slavery descendants organize for the future
- Voters in 2 Democratic strongholds could ban transgender girls from girls school sports
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- Tricks, Treats and Trends October 25, 2026Americans are expected to spend a record $13.5 billion on Halloween this year, according to the National Retail Federation. That includes costumes, decorations and lots of candy.In this episode of “The Sunday Daily,” our host Rachel Abrams talks about these three tent poles of the Halloween season with reporters from across the Times newsroom.Kim Severson, […]
- What This Democrat’s Surge in Texas Says About the Midterms October 24, 2026Gina Hinojosa, the Democratic nominee for governor, on her appeal to MAGA voters and her refusal to engage in the “culture wars.”Thoughts? Email us at theinterview@nytimes.comWatch our show on YouTube: youtube.com/@TheInterviewPodcastFor transcripts and more, visit: nytimes.com/theinterview For more information on today’s episode, visit nytimes.com/thedaily. Transcripts of each episode will be made available by the next workday. […]
- The Battle Over Black Representation in the South October 23, 2026The approach to this year’s midterms has brought two hugely consequential changes to voting for Black Americans: the gutting of the Voting Rights Act, and redistricting. In the wake of those actions, efforts are underway to mobilize Black voters in the South.In Mississippi, the Senate battle is being seen as a sleeper race, and the […]
- The Election That Will Define Israel’s Future October 22, 2026Israelis head to the polls next week. On the ballot is the future of a country that has become isolated on the world stage, because of both its war in Gaza and a growing outcry over settler violence in the West Bank.David M. Halbfinger, the Jerusalem bureau chief for The New York Times, explains how […]
- Is This Economy as Awful as Voters Think? We Ask Our Expert. October 21, 2026The economy is one of the most important issues for voters in the midterm elections. President Trump has been trying to persuade Americans that they are wrong to be frustrated about the cost of living.Ben Casselman, the chief economics correspondent for The New York Times, explains what the latest economic data actually says.Guest: Ben Casselman, […]
- James Talarico on the Rage Economy, Billionaires and Flipping Texas October 20, 2026James Talarico is asking Texas to do something it hasn’t done in nearly 40 years: Elect a Democrat to the U.S. Senate. It won’t be easy. It will take a vast coalition of Democrats, independents and Republicans in a bright red state that President Trump won by about 14 percentage points in 2024 — and […]
- Inside Putin’s Plan to Cripple Ukraine This Winter October 19, 2026President Trump said he was making an energy deal with President Vladimir V. Putin of Russia and waiving new sanctions on Moscow. Now, he’s feuding with Ukraine’s leader, Volodymyr Zelensky.Russia is taking advantage of the moment by relentlessly striking Kyiv, killing civilians and cutting off power for more than a million people.Constant Méheut, who is […]
- Elizabeth Holmes and Nathan Fielder Keep Us Guessing October 18, 2026The comedian Nathan Fielder came to fame as the creator and host of the Comedy Central series “Nathan for You.” The show followed Fielder as he devised outrageous schemes, ostensibly with the aim of helping various small businesses. What became clear, though, was that Fielder was less interested in helping business owners generate profits than […]
- 50 Years In, What's the Point of U2? Bono and the Edge Have Answers. October 17, 2026The longtime friends and creative partners on what U2 still means — and what would make them call it quits.Thoughts? Email us at theinterview@nytimes.comWatch our show on YouTube: youtube.com/@TheInterviewPodcastFor transcripts and more, visit: nytimes.com/theinterview For more information on today’s episode, visit nytimes.com/thedaily. Transcripts of each episode will be made available by the next workday. Subscribe today […]
- MAGA's Midterm Defectors October 16, 2026Perhaps no American feels the domestic effects of the war, tariffs and inflation more than the Iowa farmer. The political environment stirred up by those farmers’ strife could allow the Democrats to seize the moment and elect one of theirs to the Senate or the governor’s mansion for the first time in 20 years — […]
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- Trump leans into Islamophobic rhetoric at Michigan rally October 25, 2026The president attacked Abdul El-Sayed, the Democratic Senate nominee who is locked in a dead heat against Republican Mike Rogers.
- Trump leans into Islamophobic rhetoric at Michigan rally October 25, 2026The president attacked Abdul El-Sayed, the Democratic Senate nominee who is locked in a dead heat against Republican Mike Rogers.
- Crackdown in the West Bank days ahead of Israeli elections October 25, 2026The IDF ordered new restrictions on the West Bank ahead of Israeli elections this week. It’s focused on the city of Hebron, where Palestinian gunmen killed two IDF soldiers Friday. It comes just days before nationwide elections could determine Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s political future. NBC News’ Matt Bradley reports from Tel Aviv.
- Fire at seafood plant forces evacuations in Oregon October 25, 2026Evacuations were ordered in Oregon after a fire at a seafood plant sent thick smoke and fog into the air. The city of Newport says it is investigating if possible ammonia contamination has occurred. NBC News’ George Solis reports.
- No risk of ammonia contamination, officials say, after fire at Oregon seafood plant prompted evacuations October 25, 2026The fire erupted Sunday morning at Pacific Seafood, a major seafood processing and distribution plant. The city of Newport earlier warned of “extreme danger in the area.”
- NFL game kicks off in France after mass protests October 25, 2026The NFL kicked off its first-ever game in France on Sunday, despite widespread protests this weekend in cities across that country. Thousands of American fans showed up for the Steelers-Saints game amidst tight security and heavily armed patrols. NBC News’ Richard Engel reports.
- Here’s the biggest news you missed this weekend October 25, 2026Former President Barack Obama, appearing in Ohio Saturday at his first campaign rally for the midterm elections, characterized President Donald Trump as an agent of “chaos and cruelty” and a man of broken promises.
- Here’s the biggest news you missed this weekend October 25, 2026Former President Barack Obama, appearing in Ohio Saturday at his first campaign rally for the midterm elections, characterized President Donald Trump as an agent of “chaos and cruelty” and a man of broken promises.
- Kimi Antonelli wins U.S. Grand Prix in Texas, putting him on the brink of F1 championship October 25, 2026It was a masterful race weekend from the 20-year-old Italian, who is very likely to clinch the 2026 Formula 1 driver’s title next weekend in Mexico City.
- Woman sexually assaulted at knifepoint in Central Park, police say October 25, 2026The victim, a 39-year-old woman, was taken to a hospital and was stable. Police didn’t release any details about a suspect.
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- Lula re-elected president in Brazil, electoral authority says October 25, 2026Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva has been re-elected president of Brazil, the electoral authority has said, in a result that defied poll predictions.
- Over 80 injured after bus plunges down Spanish hillside October 25, 2026More than 80 people have been injured, including seven seriously, after a bus plunged off the side of road in Spain.
- Talks between Ukraine, Russia and US to be held next month October 25, 2026A meeting between Ukraine, Russia and the US will take place next month, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said.
- Exiled opposition leader announces shock return to Venezuela October 25, 2026Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado has returned to the country nearly a year after her daring escape.
- Bus and lorry collide killing 22, including passengers returning from funeral October 25, 2026At least 22 people have been killed after a bus and lorry collided in Kenya, police say.
- Serbia's pro-Russian leader urges supporters to avoid 'killings' after defeat October 25, 2026Serbia's long-serving pro-Russian leader has urged his supporters to avoid "killings" after he conceded defeat to a student-led movement at the election.
- Brazilians head to the polls with left-winger and son of Trump ally neck and neck October 25, 2026Brazilians are going to the polls today to elect a president in a run-off vote that is being closely watched around the world.
- British and French paratroopers take part in major wargame in Germany October 24, 2026Over 2,500 British and French troops have taken part in a wargame in Germany designed to show how NATO territory could be defended against an attack.
- Starlink back to 'the level we need' in Ukraine, Zelenskyy says October 24, 2026The Starlink satellite system is back to operating at the speed Ukraine needs after slowing down for more than a week, damaging Kyiv's ability to defend itself from Russian attacks, Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said.