Good evening. Here's the latest at the end of Wednesday.
Chris Christie ended his presidential bidChris Christie, the former New Jersey governor who positioned himself as the Republican candidate for president most willing to attack Donald Trump, dropped out of the race today after months of campaigning failed to secure him more than a sliver of support in polls. In the end, Christie's attacks against Trump, whom he called unfit for office, appear to have distanced him from the party's base. "It's clear to me tonight that there isn't a path for me to win the nomination," Christie said. "I'm going to make sure that in no way do I enable Donald Trump to ever be president of the United States again, and that's more important than my personal ambition." Ahead of Christie's announcement, he was caught on a hot microphone candidly discussing two rivals, Nikki Haley and Ron DeSantis. "She's going to get smoked, and you and I both know it," he said of Haley. "She's not up to this." He added of DeSantis: "DeSantis called me, petrified." Haley and DeSantis, who are virtually tied for a distant second place behind Trump in national polls, will take the stage tonight in Iowa for a one-on-one debate. The event will be a prime opportunity for one of them to pull ahead as the party's clear alternative. Trump, who has skipped any debate in which his front-runner status could be challenged in person, will instead appear in a town hall on Fox News.
The U.S. is considering retaliation after Red Sea attacksThe U.S. and its allies are weighing how to put an end to attacks by the Iranian-backed Houthi militia against commercial ships in the Red Sea, after American and British officials said yesterday that they intercepted one of the largest barrages of missiles and drones yet. The Houthi attacks, in solidarity with Hamas in its war against Israel, have forced the world's largest shipping companies to reroute vessels away from the Red Sea, creating delays and extra costs felt around the world through higher prices for oil and other imported goods. The Biden administration said last week it would hold the Houthis responsible for the attacks, a warning that some military officials interpreted as the government possibly considering retaliatory strikes on Houthi territory in Yemen. Secretary of State Antony Blinken, who is on a tour through the Middle East, said today that "there'll be consequences for the Houthis' actions," but declined to elaborate.
Violence took hold in EcuadorAcross Ecuador today, major streets were empty, school classes were canceled, and many residents were afraid to leave their homes after the disappearance of two gang leaders this week set off prison riots, police kidnappings and shootings across the country. The violence, which prompted the president to authorize the military to take on the powerful gangs, has left the South American country on edge. "I feel like the world I knew before is gone," a schoolteacher said.
Health officials warn against 'gas-station heroin'In many American gas stations, convenience stores and smoke shops, you can find small bottles containing an ingredient called tianeptine, popularly known as gas-station heroin. It is often sold as a dietary supplement and promoted as a mood booster and focus aid. But its effects can be similar to an opioid's. The F.D.A. recently issued a nationwide alert telling people not to take tianeptine and warning that it had been associated with overdoses and deaths. But the agency's enforcement powers are sharply limited by law, and many tianeptine products have long skirted labeling requirements. More top news
Revisiting the Sopranos' New Jersey"The Sopranos," one of the most beloved television series of all time, debuted on HBO 25 years ago on this day. The show about Italian American mobsters, centered on the life of Tony Soprano, was also about New Jersey. The setting is a big part of what made it feel authentic. For the anniversary of its premiere, we visited some iconic "Sopranos" locations to see what they look like now and talked to the show's creator and location manager about why those spots were chosen.
Strength training isn't just for athletesMost people know that exercise is hugely beneficial for health. Yet the vast majority of American adults, including many who frequently run or walk, do not regularly train their muscles. They are missing out on a brief activity that can help improve cardiovascular health and even extend life. Luckily, it doesn't take much to get started — two 15- to 20-minute sessions weekly are enough. Here's how you can work strength training in.
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Inside a mayor's closetNew York City's mayor, Eric Adams, is considered somewhat of a fashion plate. He can often be seen in tailored suits and crisp shirts, sometimes adding his signature pin collar. My colleague Sarah Maslin Nir examined pictures of Adams over 30 days to get a sense of his style. During that time, she cataloged at least 19 ties and 24 suits or suit jackets, including a floral number available at Walmart and a custom three-piece suit from a Manhattan-based brand called BMC. Have a dapper evening. Thanks for reading. I'll be back tomorrow. — Matthew We welcome your feedback. Write to us at evening@nytimes.com.
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