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An Alexa Holdout Wants to Know Who’s Listening
Some 24 million so-called smart speakers are expected to sell this year. But not all of us are ready to share our thoughts.
They Fled Boko Haram, Only to Be Raped by Nigeria’s Security Forces
Thousands of women and girls have endured Boko Haram’s sexual violence. But Nigerian security forces have also preyed on the people they are assigned to protect.
Palestinians Clash With Israeli Troops to Protest Trump’s Jerusalem Declaration
Hamas called for a new intifada, protests erupted across the Middle East, and Arab and European leaders condemned Trump’s move.
Europe Edition: Jerusalem, Brexit, Johnny Hallyday: Your Friday Briefing
Here’s what you need to know to start your day.
Hillary Clinton and Lena Dunham, Her Main Millennial, Hit the Weinstein Wall
Ms. Dunham, longtime Clinton enthusiast, says she warned the campaign against associating with Harvey Weinstein.
Congressional Democrats Left Out of White House Hanukkah Party
The White House pared down its invite list for the annual Hanukkah celebration. Democrats and Jewish groups critical of the president were not included.
Southern California Fires Live Updates: Threats in Ventura and San Diego Counties
Emergency crews in the Los Angeles area were contending with brisk winds, steep terrain and fatigue from days of relentless work.
Erdogan, on Landmark Visit to Greece, Sets Diplomacy Aside
President Recep Tayyip Erdogan quickly deflated hopes for improved ties during the first official trip to the country by a Turkish head of state in 65 years.
Modern Love: He Showed Me His Tiles, So I Showed Him Mine
Nine years of therapy and one board game help a woman understand that love can’t be mastered through hard work and perfectionism.
On Tax Bill, It’s Trump vs. His Hometown
The Republican tax bill being shepherded by Mr. Trump would hurt New York, his home state. “You guys seem to be doing O.K.,” he told donors last week.
Ex-Governor’s Run Gives Democrats a Bit More Hope of Retaking the Senate
Former Gov. Phil Bredesen will run for the seat being vacated by Senator Bob Corker, giving Democrats a mathematical but narrow path to the majority.
A Comeback for the Gateway Drug Theory?
As marijuana legalization and the opioid epidemic sweep across the country, new research is breathing fresh life into the perennial debate.
James O’Keefe, Practitioner of the Sting, Has an Ally in Trump
James O’Keefe has long struggled for respect from the media and acceptance from the conservative movement. But now he has an ally in the Oval Office.
House Republican Trent Franks Resigns Amid Harassment Investigation
Mr. Franks, who said he had asked two female staff members to be a surrogate to bear his child, was the third lawmaker to step down from office this week.
James Levine Denies ‘Unfounded’ Sexual Abuse Accusations
The Metropolitan Opera’s music director emeritus made his first public comment since four men accused him of abusing them when they were teenagers or his students.
Saudi Crown Prince Was Behind Record Bid for a Leonardo
Crown Prince Mohammed Bin Salman worked through a friend to buy Leonardo da Vinci’s “Salvator Mundi” for a record $450.3 million, officials say.
On Washington: Al Franken’s Improbable Political Rise and Sudden Fall
Mr. Franken came to the Senate as an instant star, but he was brought down by accusations of inappropriate behavior and a Democratic need to clean house.
Congress Approves Two-Week Stopgap Measure to Keep Government Funded
Faced with a Friday deadline to pass a government funding measure, the House and Senate passed on Thursday a two-week fix to buy more time for negotiations.
Al Franken to Resign From Senate Amid Harassment Allegations
The Democratic senator of Minnesota announced his plans to resign, a day after a sixth woman accused him of misconduct and dozens of his colleagues called for him to step down.
Asia and Australia Edition: Jerusalem, Al Franken, Los Angeles: Your Friday Briefing
Here’s what you need to know to start your day.