New York Times
Big Sonia: I’m Still Here
A filmmaker documents her grandmother’s journey as a Holocaust survivor.
System Failure: How Politics and Bad Decisions Starved New York’s Subways
Disruptions and delays have roiled the system this year. But the crisis was long in the making, fueled by a litany of errors, a Times investigation shows.
Slavery Ensnares Thousands in U.K. Here’s One Teenage Girl’s Story.
Across Britain, vulnerable adults and children — both citizens and migrants — have become victims of modern slavery. A teenager trapped by a drug gang tells what happened to her.
A Close-Up on Mysteries Made of Stone in Saudi Arabia’s Desert
Structures that may have been created by ancient tribes could only be studied using Google Earth. Saudi officials finally invited an archaeologist to observe them via helicopter.
Franken Case Sets Off Debate Over Line Between Abuse and a Mistake
Politicians and comedians were left trying to assess the line between predatory behavior and an inexcusable mistake as calls mounted for Senator Al Franken to resign.
Above the Keystone Pipeline Oil Spill
Around 210,000 gallons of oil spilled onto the grasslands of South Dakota on Thursday. Get a 360-degree aerial view of the damage it left behind.
White House Requests More Disaster Aid but Also Seeks Cuts as Deficits Rise
The White House’s latest disaster relief request pushed the total from this year’s hurricanes and wildfires close to $100 billion, but it came with suggested cuts.
For Now, Trump to Keep Ban on Importing Elephant Trophies
The president reversed his own administration’s decision in an evening tweet, prohibiting trophies of killed elephants from being brought into the country.
Top Russian Official Tried to Broker ‘Backdoor’ Meeting Between Trump and Putin
The overture came soon after the Trump campaign was told of Russian “dirt” on Hillary Clinton. As Donald J. Trump neared the Republican nomination, Moscow tried repeatedly to contact his campaign.
Wealth Matters: Tax Cuts for Small-Business Owners? It’s Complicated
The House bill may seem like a tax cut for small businesses, but it is not likely to bring much relief to many business owners.
Vietnam '67: The Women Who Covered Vietnam
There were dozens of female war correspondents and photographers. Today they are largely forgotten.
Op-Ed Columnist: Mugabe and Other Leftist Heroes
Why do progressives keep falling for tyrannical liberators?
After Coup, Even Mugabe’s Own Party Is Dumping Him
The military allowed him to address a university graduation, while negotiations aimed at a peaceful and face-saving exit continued.
Accounting ‘Gimmicks’ in G.O.P.’s Tax Overhaul Mask Higher Cost, Deficit Hawks Say
Some experts say the tax cuts, if accurately accounted for, could translate into slower economic growth and bigger budget deficits in the long run.
White House Memo: In Mocking Franken Over Claims of Sexual Misconduct, Trump Joins a Debate He Started
A typical politician with President Trump’s history would stay far away from discussing someone else’s behavior lest it dredge his own back into the spotlight.
Editorial: Virginia Makes Every Voter Count
Its governor restored the voting rights of thousands of disenfranchised felons, something all states should do.
Apple Postpones Release of HomePod Speaker
Apple had said its HomePod speaker, a response to Amazon’s Echo, would debut this year. Now it won’t be released till early next year.
Alabama Thought It Had Seen Enough Scandal. Then Came Roy Moore.
The allegations against the Senate candidate represent just the latest political scandal in a state that has known plenty of them.
In Minnesota, Outrage and Sorrow Over Al Franken Allegations
Minnesotans reeled over the news that their senator had become the latest politician accused of mistreating women, though many stopped short of calling for his resignation.
Op-Ed Contributors: A Smarter Minimum Wage
Prices are different all over America. Regional minimums should be, too.