Facial Recognition: Dawn of Dystopia, or Just the New Fingerprint?
San Francisco banned it, but many police departments say the technology is used no differently from DNA databases or other crime-fighting tools.
A Stolen Letter Written by Alexander Hamilton in 1780 Resurfaces
The letter, taken by a Massachusetts Archives employee more than 70 years ago, was discovered by a researcher at an auction house in Virginia. It is valued at least $25,000.
Fact-Checking Joe Biden on the Campaign Trail
Since announcing his candidacy, he has defended his decades-long record on criminal justice and climate change, rejected assertions he is a moderate and gone after President Trump. Here’s how his claims stack up.
SAT Adversity Index: A Drive Toward Diversity Without Discussing Race
The College Board, which administers the SAT, is joining a broadening movement toward using race-neutral alternatives to affirmative action.
Deadly Germs, Lost Cures: Citrus Farmers Facing Deadly Bacteria Turn to Antibiotics, Alarming Health Officials
In its decision to approve two drugs for orange and grapefruit trees, the E.P.A. largely ignored objections from the C.D.C. and the F.D.A., which fear that expanding their use in cash crops could fuel antibiotic resistance in humans.
Trump Administration Flying Migrants Out of Texas to Ease Overcrowding at Border
The Department of Homeland Security has begun flying recent border-crossers and asylum seekers to California in a program that may expand to coastal areas and the Canadian border.
Barr Again Casts Doubt on Russia Inquiry’s Origins, Aligning With Trump’s Attacks
Mr. Barr said his review of the investigation has turned up “inadequate” answers. But some former officials expressed concern he was deliberately undercutting it.
Former C.I.A. Officer Sentenced to 20 Years After Spying for China
The sentencing brings to a close one of several high-profile cases involving Chinese attempts to recruit former American intelligence officers.
Jim Jordan Claims Vindication, but Inquiry Says Talk of Abuse at Ohio State Was Rampant
An investigation into a team doctor’s sexual abuse found no hard evidence that coaches like Mr. Jordan knew, but it said dozens of other coaches acknowledged rumors of the doctor’s predatory behavior.
After Alabama Abortion Law, 3 Democrats Propose a New Strategy
Senators Cory Booker, Kirsten Gillibrand and Elizabeth Warren are taking an aggressive approach in a debate whose terms have long been set by conservatives.
Trump Lifts Metal Tariffs and Delays Auto Levies, Limiting Global Trade Fight
President Trump said he would remove metal tariffs on Canada and Mexico and delay auto tariffs, stepping back from opening another front in a global trade war.
Recent Comments