Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, Planning for His Possible Assassination, Picks Successors

Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has not only picked replacements in his chain of military command in case they are killed in Israeli strikes, he has also named three senior clerics to replace him should he, too, be slain.

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‘Jaws’ at 50: Scientists Are Still Studying the Mysteries of Sharks

The film’s release in 1975 haunted the reputation of sharks worldwide. But a generation of scientists helped to turn the tide.

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How Does an Eyelash Pluck Get Billed as Surgery?

A patient went to his eye doctor for a routine checkup. Why was he charged for surgery after his doctor removed an eyelash?

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Drought Is Hurting Global Food Supplies

Staples including wheat, beef and coffee are all being affected by the lack of rainfall. In some cases, prices are climbing to record highs.

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How Lena Imamura, a Neon Light Artist, Spends Her Day in the Studio

Lena Imamura, the co-owner of GLO Studio, taps into her alter ego to get through a day of flames, shopping for materials and karaoke.

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N.Y.C. Mayoral Primary May Hinge on Early Voters as Heat Wave Looms

Primary Day turnout will also be a factor in a race that could come down to whether Andrew Cuomo’s union supporters and paid staff can fend off Zohran Mamdani’s volunteer army.

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Detention Is Over for Students Trump Seeks to Deport. Not His Crackdown.

An effort to expel students the administration says are a national security threat has given way to a broad campaign that touches many corners of American life.

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Air India C.E.O.’s Remarks After Plane Crash Draw Scrutiny

A video message by Campbell Wilson, Air India’s chief executive, closely resembled what the head of American Airlines said after a deadly crash months earlier.

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Harvard and Trump Restart Talks to Potentially End Bitter Dispute

Details about the discussions emerged after President Trump said the two sides, which have been locked in court battles for weeks, might reach a settlement soon.

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UK Heat Wave Leaves Britons Looking for Ways to Stay Cool

As high temperatures have become more common in recent years, some people are adjusting, including by investing in air-conditioners.

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