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June 11, 2024, 4:00 a.m. Eastern time

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In Secret Recordings, Alito Endorses Nation of 'Godliness.' Roberts Talks of Pluralism.

The two justices were surreptitiously recorded at a Supreme Court gala last week by a woman posing as a Catholic conservative.

Judge Strikes One Element From Trump Indictment in Documents Case

Judge Aileen Cannon threw out one basis for the case against the former president, involving a highly sensitive military map he showed an aide after leaving office.

U.N. Passes Gaza Cease-Fire Resolution as Blinken Presses Israel and Hamas

The Security Council endorsed a U.S.-backed plan, while Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken visited the Middle East to lobby for it, but Hamas and Israel were noncommittal.

Editors' Picks

At 17, She Fell in Love With a 47-Year-Old. Now She Questions the Story.

Jill Ciment's 1996 memoir "Half a Life" described her teenage affair with the man she eventually married. Her new memoir, "Consent," dramatically revises some details.

Opinion | I'm an Appellate Lawyer in Manhattan. If Trump Appeals His Conviction, He Faces Long Odds.

Only one approach is likely to hold out anything more than the slimmest of hopes for the former president.

Today's Videos

At U.C.L.A., Pro-Palestinian Protesters Clash With Police

Protesters marched through campus, pitched tents and occupied various quads in demonstrations that became confrontational at times.

Video | Gazans Describe Deadly Israeli Raid in Nuseirat

Palestinians pleaded for an end to the war in Gaza after an Israeli raid to release hostages in the Nuseirat area in central Gaza left more than 200 people dead, according to Palestinian health officials.

Video | High Interest Rates Are Hitting Poorer Americans the Hardest

The Federal Reserve is holding interest rates at a more than two-decade high in an attempt to wrestle inflation lower. That policy has proved especially painful for poorer families.

World

In Germany, Far-Right Party Rises to 2nd Place in E.U. Election

The AfD's gains were a sharp rebuke to Chancellor Olaf Scholz's governing coalition and a sign of the rightward political shift across the continent.

In Calling Elections in France, Macron Makes a Huge Gamble

The president has challenged voters to test the sincerity of their support for the far right in European elections. Were the French letting off steam, or did they really mean it?

Reconstruction Official Resigns, Highlighting Tensions in Ukraine

The departure of the official, who had pointed up mismanagement of funds, was a blow to government efforts to assuage allies' concerns about how aid is spent.

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U.S.

She's Fighting to Save America's 'Last Best Place' From Suicide

Montana's suicide rate has been the highest in the U.S. for the past three years. Most of the deaths involved firearms. But suicide rarely registers in the national debate over guns.

Americans Push Biden to Help Their Undocumented Spouses

The White House is weighing relief for immigrants who crossed the border unlawfully but are eligible for green cards through marriage to U.S. citizens.

Dog Runs 4 Miles to Get Help After Owner Crashes Truck in a Ravine

Brandon Garrett was stranded overnight in a ravine in Oregon after his truck crashed. One of the four dogs he was traveling with found help.

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Politics

Justice Alito's Wife, in Secretly Recorded Conversation, Complains About Pride Flag

In a conversation with a woman posing as a conservative supporter, Martha-Ann Alito appeared to push back against having to look at a symbol of L.G.B.T.Q. rights.

Hunter Biden Gun Case Goes to Jury as Prosecutors Wrap Up Closing Arguments

Prosecutors connected dozens of evidentiary dots to try to show President Biden's deeply troubled son willfully falsified a gun form.

The Quiet Voice in R.F.K. Jr.'s Ear: A Former Aide to the Clintons

Jay Carson spent years as a Democratic insider. Disillusioned, he left politics for Hollywood and became friends with Robert F. Kennedy Jr. — whose campaign he is now helping to steer.

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Business

A Big Decision for Boeing's Next C.E.O.: Is It Time for a New Plane?

Some analysts say building a new plane soon would help the company regain ground it has lost to Airbus. But doing so would be difficult and expensive.

Don't Say 'Elite': Corporate Firms' New Pitch Is Meritocracy

McKinsey, Accenture and other big firms want to recruit with a wider net, focusing more on skills than on pedigree. It may be easier said than done.

U.A.W. Monitor Investigates Accusations Against Union Leader

The court-appointed monitor is looking into allegations by two union officials that they were punished for raising questions on financial matters.

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Technology

Apple Jumps Into A.I. Fray With Apple Intelligence

The iPhone maker, which has been slow to embrace artificial intelligence, will weave it into the technology that runs on billions of devices.

States Take Up A.I. Regulation Amid Federal Standstill

California legislators have made the biggest push to pass new laws to rein in the technology. Colorado passed one protecting consumers.

Welcome to the Era of the A.I. Smartphone

Apple and Google are getting up close and personal with user data to craft memos, summarize documents and generate images.

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Arts

Amid Outcry, Academy Museum to Revise Exhibit on Hollywood's Jewish Roots

When the museum first opened, it was criticized for omitting Hollywood's Jewish pioneers. Now it is under fire for what its new exhibit says about them.

The Constant Metamorphosis of Nona Hendryx

"Lady Marmalade," her hit with Labelle, is turning 50. She's nearing 80. But the singer, designer and technologist isn't slowing down. She's entering a new virtual world.

No One Told the Cows Not to Lick the Artwork

The Basel Social Club is a rebellious alternative to the more buttoned-up art fair that descends on the Swiss city of Basel each year.

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New York

Why the Head of One of New York's Most Elite Schools Quit

The leader of Collegiate School in Manhattan stepped down after an internal report found "problems of religious and cultural bias."

On Senator Menendez's Patio, Businessman Says, He Asked Directly for Help

The businessman, Jose Uribe, testified at the senator's corruption trial that Mr. Menendez asked him to write down the names of his friends who were under investigation.

Bowman Makes Amends With Democratic Socialists After Rift Over Israel

Rep. Jamaal Bowman of New York told members of the socialist group that his views on Israel aligned with theirs, and insisted that he never quit the group, despite earlier claims.

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Media & Advertising

A Reporter's Work Helped Topple Presidents. Now He Is Being Investigated.

Press freedom groups say the investigation of Gustavo Gorriti, a noted Peruvian journalist, is politically motivated and part of a growing campaign against the news media.

Washington Post Leaders Look to Quell Anxiety

Will Lewis, the chief executive, pledged to employees to "improve how well I listen," while Matt Murray, the new editor, tried to reassure staff members.

A Cave Explorer Died 99 Years Ago. Now His Story Is Broadway Bound.

"Floyd Collins," a musical about a trapped spelunker and the media circus surrounding his failed rescue, had a brief Off Broadway run in 1996.

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Science

Frightening Log From Titan Submersible's Fatal Dive Declared a Fake

The federal team investigating the Titan disaster found that a detailed recounting of the craft's descent was "made up."

Every Elephant Has Its Own Name, Study Suggests

An analysis of elephant calls using an artificial intelligence tool suggests that the animals may use and respond to individualized rumbles.

Chemical Makers Sue Over Rule to Rid Water of 'Forever Chemicals'

Industry groups said the E.P.A. had exceeded its authority in requiring the drinking-water cleanup. The chemicals, known as PFAS, are linked to cancer and health risks.

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Well

Butterfly or Firefly: What's Your Friendship Style?

We each connect with our social networks in our own way, though there are some universal threads. Take this quiz to find your friendship style, and sign up for Well's 5-Day Friendship Challenge.

A Drug to Slow Alzheimer's Is Finally Available. How Are Patients Faring?

As the F.D.A. considers a new Alzheimer's medication, we asked experts how the rollout of a similar drug has gone.

F.D.A. Warns Against 'Microdosing' Mushroom Chocolate Bars

At least eight people have fallen ill after eating Diamond Shruumz products, including several who had seizures or needed to be put on ventilators.

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Opinion

Patti Davis

One Thing Everyone Is Missing About Hunter Biden's Case

It has nothing to do with law or politics.

Paul Krugman

Freedom's Just Another Word for Not Paying Taxes

Why America's oligarchs are rallying around Trump.

Michelle Goldberg

Colorado's Trumpified G.O.P. Says to Burn Pride Flags

The MAGA movement tears another state Republican Party apart.

Lux Alptraum

We're Good at Punishing #MeToo Men. Can We Ever Forgive Them?

When I met Morgan Spurlock, he was trying to make amends. What I saw changed how I think about #MeToo.

Gail Collins and Bret Stephens

It's a Trial a Minute Around Here

Here's looking at you, Hunter.

Anastasia Berg and Rachel Wiseman

The Success Narratives of Liberal Life Leave Little Room for Having Children

Progressives need to stop thinking of family as a conservative hobbyhorse.

Joe Lombardo

I'm the Governor of Nevada. This Is Why Trump Is Doing So Well With Our Voters.

Nevadans' unhappiness with the economy is driving Trump's support in the state.

The Opinions

What Modi's Dwindling Support Says About Democracy Worldwide

Lydia Polgreen on why Indian voters asked for change.

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