There’s a Huge Ice Disk in a Maine River. No, the Aliens Aren’t Coming.
Despite all the speculation, it’s not a landing zone for aliens. Scientists say the ice disks are an unusual but entirely natural phenomenon.
Who Is Kirsten Gillibrand? | 2020 Presidential Candidate
The senator from New York announced on Stephen Colbert’s show Tuesday night that she’s running for president in 2020. Ms. Gillibrand is the latest candidate to join what is expected to be a crowded Democratic primary. Here’s what you need to know about…
Streaming Service Roku Offers Alex Jones a Platform, Then Quickly Retreats
The company backtracked hours after an outcry at news it had given the conspiracy theorist a channel that could reach 27 million users.
Kirsten Gillibrand, New York Senator, Joins Democratic Race for President
Appearing on Stephen Colbert’s show, Ms. Gillibrand said she was forming an exploratory committee, becoming the latest candidate in what is expected to be a large Democratic primary.
Here’s How the Shutdown Is Delaying Climate Data and Undercutting Scientists
A key global temperature report isn’t coming out this week because of missing data, and some long-term research projects are at risk.
The Shutdown: Updates on Where Things Stand
Now in its fourth week, the government shutdown has had wide-ranging effects.
U.N.C. Chancellor to Leave Early After Ordering Removal of ‘Silent Sam’ Statue’s Base
The chancellor authorized the overnight removal of the remnants of the Confederate monument. It was quickly announced that she would step down in two weeks.
Republicans Rebuke Steve King but Face Vexing Question: Why Not Sooner?
In the wake of House Republicans stripping Mr. King of his committee assignments, many are asking how he survived unpunished for so long.
The Game-Changing Women of the N.F.L.
Sarah Thomas became the first woman to officiate an N.F.L. playoff game last weekend — making her one of a few women who have broken new ground in football.
Barr Vows to Let Mueller Finish and to Protect Justice Dept. Integrity
William P. Barr, a once and likely future attorney general, testified at his confirmation hearing at a time of constitutional tumult.
Trump Summons Thousands Back to Work Without Pay as Shutdown Drags On
As the White House tries to get the government functioning, President Trump invited Democrats to the White House, hoping to find cracks. They rejected his lunch date.
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