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Ben Sasse Says He Has Terminal Pancreatic Cancer

Mr. Sasse, a former senator from Nebraska, wrote on social media that he had received a diagnosis last week for Stage 4 pancreatic cancer.
Ben Sasse Says He Has Terminal Pancreatic Cancer
Mr. Sasse, a former senator from Nebraska, wrote on social media that he had received a diagnosis last week for Stage 4 pancreatic cancer.

Federal Prosecutor Was Surprised by Trump’s Flights on Epstein’s Jet

A 2020 email noted that Donald Trump was listed as a passenger on Jeffrey Epstein’s jet at least eight times from 1993 to 1996.
A 2020 email noted that Donald Trump was listed as a passenger on Jeffrey Epstein’s jet at least eight times from 1993 to 1996.

Rotating Cast of Wall Street Figures Were Listed as Executors of Epstein’s Will

Copies of Jeffrey Epstein’s last will and testament show that the convicted sex offender and disgraced financier provide a real-time glimpse of the power players who were part of his life.
Rotating Cast of Wall Street Figures Were Listed as Executors of Epstein’s Will
Copies of Jeffrey Epstein’s last will and testament show that the convicted sex offender and disgraced financier provide a real-time glimpse of the power players who were part of his life.

How Did DOGE Disrupt So Much While Saving So Little?

The group’s biggest claims were largely incorrect, a New York Times analysis found. And its many smaller cuts added up to few savings.
How Did DOGE Disrupt So Much While Saving So Little?
The group’s biggest claims were largely incorrect, a New York Times analysis found. And its many smaller cuts added up to few savings.

Here’s the latest on the newest Epstein files.

To Slobber and Protect: Bomb-Sniffing Dogs Kept an Election Safe

For their heroics after a wave of bomb threats in New Jersey on Election Day, more than two dozen dogs were presented with an award from the state attorney general.
To Slobber and Protect: Bomb-Sniffing Dogs Kept an Election Safe
For their heroics after a wave of bomb threats in New Jersey on Election Day, more than two dozen dogs were presented with an award from the state attorney general.

They Were Part of the Biggest Measles Outbreak in a Generation

The measles outbreak in the United States is now in its 11th month, with almost 2,000 cases. The Timmons family were some of the first people to get sick.
They Were Part of the Biggest Measles Outbreak in a Generation
The measles outbreak in the United States is now in its 11th month, with almost 2,000 cases. The Timmons family were some of the first people to get sick.

Justice Dept. Sues Illinois Over Law Limiting Immigration Enforcement

The Justice Department said the law illegally regulates federal law enforcement by barring courthouse arrests and allowing residents to sue immigration agents.
Justice Dept. Sues Illinois Over Law Limiting Immigration Enforcement
The Justice Department said the law illegally regulates federal law enforcement by barring courthouse arrests and allowing residents to sue immigration agents.

Trump Administration Orders Nearly 30 U.S. Ambassadors to Leave Their Posts

A union representing career diplomats said such a mass recall had never happened in the history of the U.S. Foreign Service.
Trump Administration Orders Nearly 30 U.S. Ambassadors to Leave Their Posts
A union representing career diplomats said such a mass recall had never happened in the history of the U.S. Foreign Service.

White House Invitees Are Asked About Donations to Trump’s Ballroom

Senator Richard Blumenthal is requesting information from an architect hired to oversee the ballroom design and people invited to a donor dinner with the president.
White House Invitees Are Asked About Donations to Trump’s Ballroom
Senator Richard Blumenthal is requesting information from an architect hired to oversee the ballroom design and people invited to a donor dinner with the president.

Trump Announces New ‘Trump Class’ of Warships

The president said development of the vessels would help maintain military superiority and improve the industrial base, but analysts suggested they were the wrong approach to current threats.
Trump Announces New ‘Trump Class’ of Warships
The president said development of the vessels would help maintain military superiority and improve the industrial base, but analysts suggested they were the wrong approach to current threats.

After Power Outage, San Francisco Wonders: Can Robot Taxis Handle a Big Earthquake?

City officials have called for a hearing investigating Waymo after the company’s self-driving taxis suffered widespread problems during a power outage.
After Power Outage, San Francisco Wonders: Can Robot Taxis Handle a Big Earthquake?
City officials have called for a hearing investigating Waymo after the company’s self-driving taxis suffered widespread problems during a power outage.

Lawmaker Sues to Remove Trump’s Name From the Kennedy Center

Representative Joyce Beatty, Democrat of Ohio, argues that only Congress is authorized to rename the D.C. performing arts institution.
Lawmaker Sues to Remove Trump’s Name From the Kennedy Center
Representative Joyce Beatty, Democrat of Ohio, argues that only Congress is authorized to rename the D.C. performing arts institution.

Trump Officials Sue to Loosen D.C.’s Gun Laws

The Justice Department challenged laws aimed at popular rifles including the AR-15 in the nation’s capital.
Trump Officials Sue to Loosen D.C.’s Gun Laws
The Justice Department challenged laws aimed at popular rifles including the AR-15 in the nation’s capital.

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Representative Joyce Beatty, Democrat of Ohio, sued President Trump on Monday seeking to force the removal of his name from the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts.
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Representative Joyce Beatty, Democrat of Ohio, sued President Trump on Monday seeking to force the removal of his name from the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts.

At Least 5 Dead After Medical Plane Crashes in Texas

The plane was carrying four civilians, including a child who was being flown to Texas to be treated for burns, and four crew members when it crashed into Galveston Bay, the authorities said.
At Least 5 Dead After Medical Plane Crashes in Texas
The plane was carrying four civilians, including a child who was being flown to Texas to be treated for burns, and four crew members when it crashed into Galveston Bay, the authorities said.

Trump Administration Will Investigate Brown’s Security After Shooting

The Department of Education is looking at whether security at Brown University, including its surveillance system, was up to standard. Brown said it would conduct its own investigation.
Trump Administration Will Investigate Brown’s Security After Shooting
The Department of Education is looking at whether security at Brown University, including its surveillance system, was up to standard. Brown said it would conduct its own investigation.

Judge Tells U.S. to Help Bring Back Deported Venezuelans or Allow Legal Challenges

The judge said the administration had to decide by Jan. 5 whether it wanted to “facilitate” the men’s return to the United States or let them contest their initial removals in the federal courts.
Judge Tells U.S. to Help Bring Back Deported Venezuelans or Allow Legal Challenges
The judge said the administration had to decide by Jan. 5 whether it wanted to “facilitate” the men’s return to the United States or let them contest their initial removals in the federal courts.

Trump Administration Declares Foreign-Made Drones a Security Threat

Americans won’t be able to buy new models from DJI, the Chinese maker of most of the world’s drones. But U.S. pilots can keep the drones they have.
Trump Administration Declares Foreign-Made Drones a Security Threat
Americans won’t be able to buy new models from DJI, the Chinese maker of most of the world’s drones. But U.S. pilots can keep the drones they have.

Ella Cook, Killed in Shooting at Brown, Is Remembered for Her ‘Quiet Gravity’

At a funeral in Alabama, the Brown University student was mourned as a gifted musician and protective sister who was committed to her faith.
Ella Cook, Killed in Shooting at Brown, Is Remembered for Her ‘Quiet Gravity’
At a funeral in Alabama, the Brown University student was mourned as a gifted musician and protective sister who was committed to her faith.

Inside the Deportation Machine

An analysis of data on every ICE arrest, detention stay and deportation reveals the complexity and reach of President Trump’s immigration crackdown.
Inside the Deportation Machine
An analysis of data on every ICE arrest, detention stay and deportation reveals the complexity and reach of President Trump’s immigration crackdown.

Who Is Jeff Landry, Trump’s Special Envoy to Greenland?

Mr. Landry, the governor of Louisiana, is a fierce supporter of the president. But his experience in international relations isn’t extensive.
Who Is Jeff Landry, Trump’s Special Envoy to Greenland?
Mr. Landry, the governor of Louisiana, is a fierce supporter of the president. But his experience in international relations isn’t extensive.

2025: The Year in Visual Stories and Graphics

Selected Times graphics, visualizations and multimedia stories published this year.
2025: The Year in Visual Stories and Graphics
Selected Times graphics, visualizations and multimedia stories published this year.