Southwest’s C.E.O. on Why Now Is the Time for Bag Fees and Assigned Seats

Bob Jordan recently introduced major changes to the way the low-cost airline works, which caused a stir among loyal fliers and left them wondering what sets it apart from competitors.

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How Brands Are Taking Back Social Media From Influencers

Instead of relying on celebrities, brands are controlling the message by making their own social media videos. You may not even realize they’re selling you something.

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She Wanted to Save the World From A.I. Then the Killings Started.

At first, Ziz LaSota seemed much like any other philosophically inclined young tech aspirant. Now, she and her followers are in jail, six people are dead, and Rationalists are examining whether their ideas played a role.

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Nearly Half of America’s Murderers Get Away With It

Most crimes go unsolved, emboldening criminals and potentially leading to more violence.

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Can Democrats Find Their Way on Immigration?

The party’s leftward shift in the Biden administration arguably laid the groundwork for President Trump’s aggressive approach. Deciding the next move won’t be easy.

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China and Russia Keep Their Distance From Iran During Crisis

Some U.S. officials talked about an “axis” of authoritarian nations, but the American and Israeli war with Iran has exposed the limits of that idea.

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Caught Between Tariffs and China, Mexico Adapts to an Unpredictable U.S.

Relying on Asian suppliers is no longer a safe bet for many factories in Mexico. Companies are racing to change, and they are being encouraged by the government.

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Europe’s Dilemma: Build a Military Industry or Keep Relying on the U.S.

Europeans have agreed to pay more for arms and want to spend it at home. But can its manufacturers rush to compete with dominant U.S. firms?

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North Carolina Braces For Medicaid Cuts Because of Trump’s Bill

President Trump’s domestic policy law jeopardizes plans to reopen one rural county’s hospital — and health coverage for hundreds of thousands of state residents.

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In ‘Orgasmic Meditation’ Case, Did a Zealous Media Strategy Backfire?

After two leaders of OneTaste were convicted, a judge referred to the aggressive publicity campaign on their behalf as she jailed them until their sentencing.

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