43 Products That, Happily Enough, Work Even Better Than You Think They Would

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The Many Ways You Can Give Antiques a New Life

They can be restored, recovered, repurposed and more. You can also use these techniques to customize new furniture.

Cows Have Been Infected With a Second Form of Bird Flu

A new version of the virus is widespread in wild birds but had not previously been detected in cows.

Paul Plishka, Prolific Soloist at the Met, Dies at 83

Known for his liquid bass tones and flawless diction, he appeared in 88 roles, many of them comic, over 1,672 performances at the Metropolitan Opera.

Irv Gotti, Famed Hip-Hop Music Executive, Dies at 54

The producer helped launch the careers of Ja Rule and Ashanti with his label, Murder Inc. Records.

Send Us Photos of Changes to Federal Buildings

We’re documenting how federal buildings are changing during the transition to the new government.

‘Why Don’t Democrats Fight Fire With Fire?’ Three Opinion Writers on a Wounded Party

How do Democrats build trust and faith in them and effectively counter Trump?

San Francisco’s New Mayor Is Rich. Is That a Good Thing?

Daniel Lurie’s supporters say his wealth means he owes no one any favors. But skeptics say the rich already have too much say.

To Keep Aid Coming, Ukraine Appeals to Trump Allies: Conservative Christians

A Ukrainian delegation to the National Prayer Breakfast in Washington will make the case that Russia threatens the religious freedom of Christians who don’t follow the Russian Orthodox Church.

For Europe’s Right, Trump Stirs Caution Alongside Celebration

The American president’s threat of tariffs is not in the interest of Europe’s nationalist parties, who are just as eager to put their own countries first.

Relatives Mourn Black Hawk Helicopter Crew as They Search for Answers in D.C. Crash

The Army helicopter that collided with a passenger plane above the Potomac River boasted an experienced crew doing “an unforgiving job.” Friends and relatives are still baffled and mourning their loss.

U.S. Is Holding Migrants in Cells That Once Held Al Qaeda Suspects

The Trump administration said the 10 men who were sent to a prison on the base at Guantánamo Bay are affiliated with gangs.

January Was Hottest January on Record, Scientists Report

Earth’s prolonged streak of abnormal heat continued into 2025 despite the arrival of La Niña ocean conditions, which typically bring cooler temperatures.

Hosting Its Next Super Bowl, New Orleans’s Superdome Is Turning 50

The distinctive domed building, turning 50 this year, is known for hosting the Super Bowl, but to locals, it’s also “the city’s living room.”

Shen Yun Is Said to Be Under Federal Investigation Over Possible Visa Fraud

Investigators with the U.S. Department of Homeland Security and State Department have also interviewed former performers in the dance group about their working and living conditions.

Friday’s Jobs Report Will Be Confusing. Here’s How to Make Sense of It.

The Labor Department’s January survey will include revisions making data for previous months look stronger in some cases and weaker in others.

Trump’s Attacks on DEI Get Approval From Some in the Left Wing

Many Democrats and activists are rallying to defend diversity programs, but others say they distract from deeper efforts to address inequality.

Fact-Checking Trump’s Claims After Flurry of Executive Actions

The president was wrong about birthright citizenship around the world, the Paris climate agreement and federal funding for condoms in Gaza, among other claims.

Treasury Sought to Freeze Foreign Aid Payments, Emails Show

Trump administration appointees and allies of Elon Musk wanted to use the Treasury’s sensitive payment system to block payments.

With Trump, California Governor Gavin Newsom Softens Approach

Gov. Gavin Newsom, a Democrat, has avoided criticizing President Trump as he has sought disaster aid for fire victims in Los Angeles.