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View in browser November 23, 2024, 4:00 a.m. Eastern time Top News Trump Picks Key Figure in Project 2025 for Powerful Budget Role Russell Vought, who would lead the Office of Management and Budget, has spent years building plans to rework the American structure of government in ways that would enhance presidential power. Terms of Proposed Lebanon Cease-Fire Begin to Take Shape, Officials Say Key details still needed to be worked out between Israel and Hezbollah, and disagreements could scuttle or delay any deal, the officials said. But some cited reasons for cautious optimism. Emerging Details of Chinese Hack Leave U.S. Officials Increasingly Concerned Leaders of the big telecommunications companies were summoned to the White House to discuss strategies for overhauling the security of the nation's telecommunications networks amid growing alarm at the scope of a Chinese hack. Editors' Picks A Stroke Paralyzed Jesse Malin. Next Month, He'll Stand Onstage Again. The New York rock stalwart suffered a rare spinal stroke at a dinner party last year. His journey back to music has been filled with painful challenges and hope. Opinion | This House Democrat Keeps Winning in Trump Country. Here's What She Knows. Lessons from a Democratic winner in Trump country. Today's Videos Video | Heavy Rains and Wind Wreak Havoc on the West Coast A series of atmospheric rivers has caused flooding and damage in the Pacific Northwest and Northern California, knocking out power for hundreds of thousands of people. Video | Why the Rain Won't End the Drought in the Northeast Hundreds of brush fires and wildfires have sparked all over the New York City region. Hilary Howard, who covers climate change and the environment in the region, explains what's happening. Video | How Saudi Arabia Is Stalling Global Climate Talks Despite endorsing a transition away from fossil fuels last year, Saudi Arabia has since worked to undermine it, diplomats say. Lisa Friedman, a New York Times reporter covering climate policy and politics, describes how the opposition is unlike anything climate negotiators say they've seen before. World As Ukraine Fires U.S. Missiles, Putin Sends a Chilling Message The Russian leader ominously declares that America risks nuclear war as it expands its aid. Guard at U.S. Embassy in Norway Accused of Spying for Russia and Iran The Norwegian man was arrested this week in Oslo and ordered jailed pending further investigation in what the authorities called a 'very serious case.' Israel Is Not an I.C.C. Member. How Can the Court Prosecute Israeli Leaders? The jurisdiction of the court in The Hague can extend beyond member states. See more world news U.S. Bible-Based Lessons for Public Schools Get Final Approval in Texas The state's board of education narrowly voted to allow schools to start using the reading and language arts curriculum next fall if they choose. Powerful Storm Soaks the Bay Area After Flooding Wine Country An atmospheric river that has brought damaging wind, rain and snow to the Pacific Northwest fed a storm spreading as far south as Los Angeles. Blue States Worry That Blocking Trump Will Be Tougher This Time Democrat-led states successfully challenged policies during the first Trump administration. Now, they worry the new White House will be more prepared and less restrained. See more U.S. news Politics Trump Taps Investor Scott Bessent as Treasury Secretary The hedge fund manager will be responsible for steering President-elect Donald J. Trump's unconventional economic agenda. Dr. Martin Makary Chosen to Head the F.D.A. A frequent Fox News commentator, Dr. Makary has a penchant for challenging the medical establishment, and stirred pandemic concerns with his views on Covid immunity and vaccine mandates. Elon Musk Gets a Crash Course in How Trumpworld Works The world's richest person, not known for his humility, is still learning the cutthroat courtier politics of Donald Trump's inner circle — and his ultimate influence remains an open question. See more political news Business Labor Secretary Pick Is Rep. Lori Chavez-DeRemer of Oregon A moderate from a swing district, she received endorsements from several unions but narrowly lost her bid for a second House term. Inside the Deadliest Job in America Logging has long been a way of life for rural communities in the Pacific Northwest and South. It also comes with grave risk. Why Trump Allies Say Immigration Hurts American Workers JD Vance and others on the "new right" say limiting immigration will raise wages and give jobs to sidelined Americans. Many studies suggest otherwise. See more business news Technology Amazon Invests $4 Billion in Anthropic, Deepening Its A.I. Ties Since last September, the tech giant has pumped $8 billion into the artificial intelligence start-up, a sign of intense competition in developing tools that are reshaping the tech sector. What Elon Musk Needs From China From electric cars to solar panels, Mr. Musk has built businesses in high-tech manufacturing sectors now targeted by Beijing for Chinese dominance. Bluesky, Smiling at Me Bluesky has a hint of the old Twitter magic, but the feeling of freedom it offers might be even better. See more technology news Sports Conor McGregor, U.F.C. Fighter, Is Held Liable for Sexual Assault in Ireland The mixed martial arts fighter known as "Notorious" was ordered to pay the equivalent of about $260,000 to a woman who said he raped her in 2018. The World Chess Champion Could Lose His Title, and It Might Not Be Close Chess's biggest event starts next week. The reigning champion, Ding Liren, is seen as an underdog compared to an 18-year-old competitor. New York's Soccer Clubs Meet in a Playoff, and the Loathing Is Mutual The Red Bulls and the New York City Football Club face one another on Saturday. Much of the metro area is blasé, but the fan bases are frothing. See more sports news Arts 'Glicked' Fans Rejoice in Bloodshed and Broadway Songs "Wicked" and "Gladiator II," which opened on Friday, drew moviegoers who attended a double feature that emulated the rage over "Barbenheimer" last year. The Fleeting Comforts of the Celebrity Look-Alike Contest The culture-wide search for doubles of famous men is an election-season gift: an apolitical democratic event where — for a brief moment — everybody wins. For a Raw Portrait of War, Look to Palestinian Poets In their new collections, Mosab Abu Toha and Najwan Darwish share unvarnished views of destruction, displacement and loss. See more arts news New York Congestion Pricing Plan Set to Come to New York City on Jan. 5 The Federal Highway Administration approved the program on Friday, though it could still be stopped by lawsuits. President-elect Donald Trump is also opposed to the plan. Trump Gained 95,000 Votes in New York City. Democrats Lost Half a Million. In every neighborhood in New York City, from Red Hook in Brooklyn to Riverdale in the Bronx, Vice President Kamala Harris received markedly fewer votes than Joseph R. Biden, Jr., did in 2020, while in most neighborhoods, Donald J. Trump notched modest increases. New N.Y.P.D. Boss Takes Over a Department With 'Phenomenal Problems' Jessica Tisch will oversee top officials who have behaved questionably in public and private. Her supporters say she does not put up with posturing or incompetence. See more New York news Media & Advertising Chuck Scarborough to Step Down as WNBC News Anchor After 50-Year Career The celebrated broadcaster, who started at the New York station in 1974, announced that he would wrap up his anchoring career on Dec. 12. Sean Combs Will Remain Jailed Until Judge Rules on Third Bail Request A federal judge is still weighing the music mogul's arguments that he should be freed while awaiting trial on sex trafficking and racketeering charges. See more media & advertising news Food Thanksgiving Can Be Hectic. Feeding Guests All Week Doesn't Have to Be. With these three easy strategies and budget-friendly recipes, cooking meals other than the big feast can be stress-free. The Secret to the Best Turkey Came From a Reader Eric Kim roasted dozens of birds and taste-tested eight different recipes before landing on this clever approach. Meet Your New Thanksgiving Pie These six stunners will make you want to bring the dessert. See more food news Science Kennedy Doesn't Like Ozempic. Here's What He Can Do About It. President-elect Donald J. Trump is set to nominate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to lead the Health and Human Services Department, where he would have limited power over drugs. Alcohol Deaths Have More Than Doubled in Two Decades, Study Finds Americans are dying of illnesses related to alcohol at roughly twice the rate seen in 1999. Where Glaciers Melt, the Rivers Run Red As the glaciers of South America retreat, the supply of freshwater is dwindling and its quality is getting worse. See more science news Travel How to Survive Thanksgiving Travel The busiest travel period of the year can be daunting, but we've got tips to help minimize the stress, at the airport and on the road. Explore Your Roots: How to Plan a Family Heritage Trip Online tools are helping Americans travel abroad to discover their ancestry, seek out relatives and obtain documentation for dual citizenship. Here are tips for your journey. See more travel news Fashion & Style 2024 Holiday Gift Guide Wondering what to get for all the beloved people in your life, whether they be quirky, picky, fancy or frugal? Our experts have curated the best gifts to help you check everyone off your list. Dressing for the Emerald City To create the costumes for the new "Wicked" movie, the filmmakers turned to a Tony Award winner who already knew his way around Oz. In Praise of Adele and the Long Black Dress As the artist brings her Las Vegas residency to an end, she leaves behind a major fashion legacy. Just call her Madame A. See more fashion news T Magazine What Do I Get the Person Who Needs Nothing? For the holidays, T asked readers to write in about their hardest-to-shop-for loved ones. Here, our editors respond with their suggestions. Holiday Ornaments That Are Out of the Ordinary A roundup of unusual Christmas baubles, from diamonds made of lichen to glass flowers and strawberry tarts. How to Make Your Sofa Look Even More Inviting Expert advice from interior designers on going beyond the standard two-pillows-and-a-throw treatment. See more on T Magazine Obituaries Harold W. Sims Jr., Whose Museum Honored the House Cat, Dies at 89 He displayed some 10,000 cat-themed artifacts at the American Museum of the House Cat in North Carolina, which welcomed several thousand people a year. Mike Shatzkin, Colorful Publishing Industry Guru, Dies at 77 His blog, The Shatzkin Files, was an essential read for industry insiders. His observations about the changes digital publishing would bring were prophetic. M. Jodi Rell, Former Republican Governor of Connecticut, Dies at 78 She was lieutenant governor when her boss, Gov. John G. Rowland, resigned in a corruption scandal. The second woman to lead the state, she was later elected in her own right. Peter Sinfield, Poetic Lyricist for Prog Rock's King Crimson, Dies at 80 His swirls of imagery helped define progressive rock in the 1970s. He later turned his focus to pop acts like Celine Dion. See more Obituaries Opinion M. Gessen What Democrats Are Getting Wrong About Transgender Rights Trans rights aren't just trans rights. They're reproductive rights. Jamelle Bouie Trump's Crown Doesn't Fit The Constitution is not a grant of power for a king. Matter of Opinion We Wanted a 'Grand New Party.' Trump Delivered. Ross Douthat and Reihan Salam had a vision for how Republicans could reclaim the working class. They never expected Trump to fulfill it. 56 MIN LISTEN Guest Essay Liberals Bet They Could Beat Trump With the Law. They Lost. A few victories made it easy for Democrats to forget that the law is just another domain of politics where their enemies enjoy power too. David Wallace-Wells Why You May Be Wrong About Harris's Loss We won't have enough data to tell the full story of the election for some time. But there are a few things we can say for sure now. Guest Essay What a Lame Duck President Could Do for Lame Turkeys President Biden should cancel the Thanksgiving tradition of pardoning a turkey. See more Opinion Need help? Review our newsletter help page or contact us for assistance. You received this email because you signed up for Today's Headlines from The New York Times. To stop receiving Today's Headlines, unsubscribe. To opt out of other promotional emails from The Times, including those regarding The Athletic, manage your email settings. To opt out of updates and offers sent from The Athletic, submit a request. Subscribe to The TimesGet The New York Times app Connect with us on: Change Your EmailPrivacy PolicyContact UsCalifornia Notices The New York Times Company. 620 Eighth Avenue New York, NY 10018