Vlastimil Hort, a Memorably Selfless Chess Grandmaster, Dies at 81
He could have advanced toward a title when his opponent, Boris Spassky, took ill. Instead, he displayed one of the game’s greatest acts of sportsmanship.
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Trump-Putin Call Notches Diplomatic Win for Russia, but Economic Goals Remain in Limbo
The Kremlin has withstood pressure for an immediate cease-fire as a precondition for peace talks, but the Russian president’s push for normalizing relations with the United States appears in limbo.
My Father Was a Nazi Hunter. Then He Died in the Lockerbie Bombing.
He was a Nazi hunter — and was killed in the Lockerbie bombing. What does it mean to seek justice for his death?
Ukrainians Brace for a Longer War as Trump Backs Off Cease-Fire Call
President Trump appears to be stepping back from trying to end the war in Ukraine. Many in the country see little choice but to battle on.
Trump’s Gulf Trip Also Brought Benefits to Elon Musk
The world’s richest man inked new deals as he tagged along on President Trump’s tour of the Gulf.
Are You a European in a Housing Crunch? We Want to Hear From You.
To help us report on the housing crisis in Europe, we want to learn about the housing pressures you are dealing with, how they are affecting your community and how they are being solved.
Trump’s Trade War and GOP Budget Bill Fuel Investor Anxiety
Investors burned by President Trump’s trade fight now have to contend with a spending megabill that risks swelling the federal deficit.
Timothee Chalamet Was a Knicks Superfan Before He Was Famous
As an unknown teenager, he stuck with the team through the hard times. As a famous actor, he is loving every second of a deep playoff run.
EU Plans New Sanctions on Russia in Push for Ukraine Cease-fire
The European Union has now targeted Moscow’s fleet of covert oil tankers and plans more restrictions, as the Trump administration’s approach to the war shifts.
Late Night Is Concerned About (the Truth Behind) Biden’s Health
“They used to say it’s not the crime, it’s the cover-up, but it’s starting to feel like politics is all cover-up,” Jon Stewart said.