As Pressure Mounts, U.S. Hunts for Cuba’s Next Leader

Some officials warn that a more hard-line leader could emerge if the Trump administration moves forward with its plans.

Don Lemon Accuses Justice Dept. of Vindictive Prosecution in Church Protest Case

Lawyers for the former CNN anchor asked a judge to throw out the case, saying prosecutors had “acted on the president’s animus by filing unp...

Eat you greens this August thanks to these seasonal picks

From baby broccoli to gai lan, these are the vegetables (and fruit) to look for this month.   

Trump Administration to Deregulate Head Start, Antipoverty Program Created Under R.F.K. Jr.’s Uncle

While administration officials say the changes will save money by lifting onerous requirements, advocates fear the anti-poverty program will...

UN alarmed by Iran execution surge, says death penalty used to 'instill fear'

The UN Human Rights Commissioner Volker Turk says that executions are used to "instil fear among the population and suppress d...

Abortion Foes Backed Ballot Measures in 2 Red States. Voters Said No.

Voters in Kansas rejected a proposal to start electing Supreme Court justices, while Missourians declined to make it harder to amend the Sta...

My Brilliant Career gets a reboot and a modern take

Netflix's six-episode adaptation of Miles Franklin's beloved novel features former Neighbours star Philippa Northeast as th...

What to Watch in Washington State’s Primaries as Gluesenkamp Perez Faces a Challenge

Representative Marie Gluesenkamp Perez, a moderate Democrat, is going head-to-head with candidates to her right and her left in a battlegrou...

Keen to invest but don't know where to start? Our expert breaks it down

If you've put it off investing because you've found the terminology intimidating, you're not alone. It can feel like a ...

F.B.I. Agent Is Accused of Stealing Cryptocurrency

The agent confessed to making unauthorized withdrawals from a criminal target overseas, according to court papers.

Performing higher duties at work is common, but when is it too much?

Individual employment contracts often include a clause that says an employee may be required to undertake other duties as required,...