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The trip comes at a tricky time for the U.S. and one of its closest allies, the U.K.

China’s strategic reserves of oil and natural gas have insulated it somewhat, but its manufacturing-based economy is beginning to falter.

The latest cold open of "SNL UK" features UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer (George Fouracres) on a parody version of "Who Wants to Be a Millionaire?"

"Euphoria" Season 3's third episode saw Cassie (Sydney Sweeney) and Nate (Jacob Elordi) getting hitched — and it was just as lavish and blood-soaked as you'd expect.

Overview Energy's first contract with Meta is a small step toward a future of space-based solar power.

Microsoft has made it easier, but not entirely easy, to pause forced Windows updates forever.

The impact of the ruling was not immediately clear, but it could send a chilling signal to Chinese tech founders seeking to partner with foreign companies.

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As of April 27, the Kindle Paperwhite Kids (16GB) is on sale for $154.99 at Amazon. This is 14% off its list price of $179.99.

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Even as the electric vehicle market slumps, there are more long-range E.V.s under $40,000 than ever before.

China said Monday it has decided to block Meta's $2 billion acquisition of Manus, a Singaporean AI startup with Chinese roots.

The Trump administration was not invited to the gathering in Santa Marta, Colombia. A White House spokeswoman called the green transition “destructive.”

In just eight weeks, much of the global economy has been knocked sideways. America has mostly been spared from the tumult.

The multiyear deal with Ms. Winfrey signifies the tech giant’s growing ambitions in video podcasts.

A proposed copper mine in northern Minnesota has become a battleground for politicians and environmentalists — and a pressing reason to explore the waterways.

The ability to stay calm and lead through any kind of shock is the new normal for corporate executives.

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Global military spending rose for an 11th straight year to a record $2.89 trillion in 2025, driven by Europe’s rearmament push, even as U.S. outlays declined.

Nicola Coughlan's "SNL UK" monologue on Saturday featured a guest appearance from "Tonight Show" host Jimmy Fallon.

Business leaders across the world are confronting a new operating reality: one where war, inflation and artificial intelligence are part of the baseline.

Investors struggle to interpret stalled talks between Iran and the U.S., sending both oil prices and stocks higher.

U.S.-Iran peace talks stall. Here's where things stand — and what's next for markets

European stocks are expected to start the new week on a broadly positive footing as investors keep a close eye on stalled Iran-U.S. peace talks.

Geely is challenging the giant BYD by adapting quickly to swings in demand and energy prices, seizing on interest in electric vehicles prompted by the war in Iran.

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As growth slows, Truecaller is leaning on subscriptions, business services, and new features to sustain momentum beyond India.

To fuel its global ambitions, Sun Pharmaceutical Industries will acquire New Jersey-based Organon & Co in an all-cash deal that values the U.S. company at $11.75 billion.

"Euphoria" Season 3, episode 3 dives into Nate and Cassie's mess of a wedding.

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Rising global oil prices have begun seeping into the domestic economy, squeezing margins for manufacturers dependent on imported raw materials.

The attempted shooting at the White House Correspondents Association Dinner dominated headlines over the weekend, with more details emerging even now.

Asia-Pacific markets were set to rise Monday as investors looked past renewed diplomatic setbacks between the U.S. and Iran.

Oil prices rose and stocks fell after President Trump called off a trip to Pakistan by two U.S. negotiators for peace talks with Iran.

President Donald Trump on Saturday cancelled plans to send U.S. envoy Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner to Islamabad, Pakistan for negotiations with Iran.

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Amazon's podcasting business seems to have transformed over the past six months.

Influencers jumped to fill the information void with conspiracy theories about the attack at the White House Correspondents’ dinner on Saturday.

On the latest episode of Equity, we discuss how Apple has changed since Cook became CEO in 2011, and what challenges incoming CEO John Ternus will be facing.

Allen was a guest at the Washington Hilton, where the dinner was held, and officials said he checked in on Friday.

Here are some of the chaotic scenes that occurred in the aftermath of the shooting at the White House Correspondents' Dinner in Washington, D.C., on Saturday.

YouTube users with their watch history paused have found that the site will not populate the homepage unless they turn it back on

Creative Assembly drops first look at the Alien: Isolation sequel

Journalists and guests shared the surreal and confusing scenes from the White House Correspondents’ Association dinner after gunfire erupted on Saturday.

A new report reveals that a news publication is entirely AI-generated and is funded by an OpenAI super PAC

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A $267 million Medi-Cal hospice fraud ring allegedly used stolen personal data from the dark web to bill California for end-of-life care never given.

Someone’s offering an unusual deal for a 13-acre property in Mill Valley, just north of South Francisco.

A $135 million settlement claims Google's Android system allegedly transferred cellular data in the background without users knowing or consenting.

This $129 device uses MagSafe to stick on the back of an iPhone to power transcription across apps

Leaders from the U.K., France, the EU and Pakistan react to a shooting at a high-profile dinner in Washington, D.C., with Trump and his cabinet members.

Senator Thom Tillis said he had received assurances from federal prosecutors that eased his concerns, setting the stage for a key committee vote on Kevin Warsh.

Ube, a naturally sweet, starchy vegetable grown in the Philippines, has transcended Filipino culture and become a social media sensation.

Critical Role and Dimension 20 have conquered both the internet and live audiences across the world. This is how they did it.

The rejections are not the obstacle — they are the curriculum. And if you pay attention, they can teach you more about your business than any accelerator program or startup playbook ever will.

With oil prices in mind, the Trump administration has deployed a haphazard approach to sanctions on Russia and Iran.

Dwarkesh Patel was a bored college sophomore looking for intellectual stimulation. Now he commands interviews with Jensen Huang and Mark Zuckerberg and holds his own with deeply nerdy A.I. researchers.

Three reporters followed supply chains to reveal that the U.S. Mint buys gold that comes from foreign pawn shops and drug dealers, then claims it is from the United States.

High mortgage payments, higher child care costs and economic uncertainty are making some people rethink their plans on starting a family.

Chevy Humphrey explains why the scientific method matters in business.

In Illinois and other states, officials hoped that culls could halt the progress of chronic wasting disease. Now they are losing hope.

One way for a company to stand out — or to intimidate the competition — is to boast, often without evidence, about how much power it has access to.

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A sense of danger spread like a wave among high-profile politicians and journalists as an emergency unfolded at the White House Correspondents’ Association dinner.

Ideas have been floated for how the contaminated zone could bring economic benefits to Ukraine. But for the foreseeable future, it will be an army-controlled security belt.

Hints and answers to today's Hurdle all in one place.

See the Moon phase expected for April 26, 2026 as well as when the next Full Moon is expected.

The New York Times' latest game, Pips, brings domino fun to your desktop. How to play Pips as well as hints in case you get stuck.

Connections is a New York Times word game that's all about finding the "common threads between words." How to solve the puzzle.

The NYT Strands hints and answers you need to make the most of your puzzling experience.

Here's the answer for "Wordle" #1772 on April 26 as well as a few hints, tips, and clues to help you solve it yourself.

The dismissals from an independent board that oversees the National Science Foundation marked the president’s latest assault on scientific research organizations.

President Donald Trump was evacuated from the White House Correspondents' Dinner after multiple gunshots were heard in the ballroom.

In a recent experiment, Anthropic created a classified marketplace where AI agents represented both buyers and sellers, striking real deals for real goods and real money.

L.D. 307 would have imposed the country’s first statewide moratorium on new data centers — lasting, in this case, until November 1, 2027.

Lionsgate estimated on Saturday that the Michael Jackson biopic would collect more than $200 million over its first few days in theaters.

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Anthropic's Mythos AI discovered over 2,000 unknown software vulnerabilities in seven weeks, prompting the company to restrict its release to the public.

Even a Times reporter qualified for the event, which caused outrage last year for providing access to President Trump in exchange for investment in one of his family’s crypto ventures.

In a letter to the residents of Tumbler Ridge, Canada, OpenAI CEO Sam Altman said he is “deeply sorry” that his company failed to alert law enforcement about the suspect in a recent mass shooting.

Sinceerly is a Google Chrome extension that aims to make AI-generated text more human.

Nuclear startup X-energy went public, geothermal startup Fervo is about to. Could this be the moment that climate tech investors have been waiting for?

Canadian AI startup Cohere is taking over Germany-based Aleph Alpha with support from Lidl’s owner, Schwarz Group. With the blessing of their governments, the companies intend to offer a sovereign alternative to enterprises in an AI landscape dominated by American players.

A new lawsuit accuses Meta of making billions off of scam and 'high-risk' advertisers.

SusHi Tech Tokyo 2026 has four tightly defined technology domains, each backed by live demonstrations, dedicated exhibit floors, and sessions featuring the people actually building and funding these technologies globally.

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John Ternus, Apple's incoming CEO, is a hardware guy, signaling Apple may be putting devices back at the center of its strategy.