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The Whiplash Over a Possible Peace Deal With Iran

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The Whiplash Over a Possible Peace Deal With Iran

President Trump is hailing an agreement with Iran as groundbreaking, but the nuclear stockpile, enrichment and missiles have not been discussed.

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A Flood of New, Deadlier Drugs

“The Daily” speaks with Azam Ahmed, a New York Times international investigative correspondent, about his latest piece on the synthetic drug crisis.

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Nicolas Cage Made Himself a Legend. Then He Had to Live With It.

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Trump’s National Support Is Cratering

The president’s low approval rating suggests the G.O.P. is facing a big midterm problem despite recent redistricting gains.

Why the U.S. Just Indicted Cuba’s Former President

May 21, 2026 · 29:21

Why the U.S. Just Indicted Cuba’s Former President

Raúl Castro, Cuba’s former president, is facing charges over the 1996 killings of three Americans.

Trump’s Taxpayer-Funded Revenge Plan

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The announcement of the fund has drawn surprise and outrage from both sides of the aisle.

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The tech leaders have brought props to court and traded icy stares as their legal dispute reaches a denouement.

Can We Reverse Aging?

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Can We Reverse Aging?

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Graham Platner Thinks a Political Revolution Is Coming

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Graham Platner Thinks a Political Revolution Is Coming

The presumptive Democratic Senate nominee from Maine on his controversies, contradictions and pitch for radical change.

Lessons From the Hantavirus Outbreak

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Lessons From the Hantavirus Outbreak

Sixteen Americans are isolating at a special quarantine center in Omaha, including one person who tested “mildly” positive for the virus.

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