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The Headlines, page 5
by The New York Times · English
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A Surge of U.S. Spy Planes Over Cuba, and Retailers’ $20 Billion Bet on Physical StoresU.S.-Cuba tensions amid a worsening Cuban energy crisis; plus U.S. retail store remodel spending, Iran war civilian-casualty disputes, and art restitution at Musée d’Orsay.15 May 2026 · 13 min · 7 chapters
China’s Growing Leverage Over the U.S., and How Oil Companies Hit the JackpotU.S.-China tensions amid Iran war; rare-earth dependence; record oil profits and debate over windfall taxes; Fed chair Kevin Warsh and concerns about independence; South Carolina Supreme Court…14 May 2026 · 10 min · 9 chapters
U.S. Intelligence Undercuts Trump’s War Claims, and the Cost of ‘Alligator Alcatraz’The episode covers four main stories: (1) The New York Times reports secret U.S.13 May 2026 · 8 min · 5 chapters
How Iran’s Internet Blackout Is Crippling Its Economy, and the Fight Over Fruit-Flavored VapesThe Daily headlines covering Iran’s internet blackout and its economic fallout; the FDA’s move to allow more flavored e-cigarettes; Trump administration updates (gas tax suspension; Lincoln Memorial…12 May 2026 · 9 min · 4 chapters
Trump Rejects Iran’s Offer, and 17 Passengers Exposed to Hantavirus Return to U.S.This episode of The New York Times “Headlines” covers: (1) Trump and Netanyahu say the war with Iran is “defeated” but not finished, with still-enriched uranium and nuclear materials to remove; Trump…11 May 2026 · 8 min · 6 chapters
Trump Calls Iran Strikes a ‘Trifle,’ and the Latest on the Hantavirus OutbreakU.S.-Iran ceasefire and renewed threats after Strait of Hormuz exchanges; ongoing Israel-Hezbollah fighting despite a Lebanon ceasefire; U.S.8 May 2026 · 14 min · 8 chapters
Surging Gas Prices Shake Americans, and How Ted Turner Unleashed 24-Hour NewsThe episode covers three main stories: rising U.S. gas prices after the war and how the burden falls unevenly.7 May 2026 · 10 min · 4 chapters
President Trump’s Sudden U-Turn, and a $1 Billion Ballroom ProposalTrump’s Iran war “U-turn” and pause of “Project Freedom” escort mission; Iowa/Indiana political updates; $1B federal funding tucked into a bill for Trump’s ballroom security; Coinbase layoffs tied to…6 May 2026 · 11 min · 6 chapters
Ships Under Fire in Strait of Hormuz, and Kennedy’s Pushback on AntidepressantsU.S.-Iran conflict disrupting shipping through the Strait of Hormuz; Trump’s Indiana GOP primary challenge; Kennedy Jr.’s pushback on antidepressant overuse; hantavirus outbreak concerns on a cruise…5 May 2026 · 9 min · 8 chapters
Court Ruling Upends Abortion Access in the U.S., and Trump’s New Plan for the Strait of HormuzThis episode covers three main stories: a federal appeals court ruling affecting abortion access, U.S. efforts regarding shipping in the Strait of Hormuz, and airline/AI business updates.4 May 2026 · 9 min · 7 chapters
The 60-Day Deadline for the War in Iran, and an End to the D.H.S. ShutdownThe episode covers four headlines: (1) The War Powers Resolution’s 60-day deadline for the U.S.1 May 2026 · 14 min · 7 chapters
What the Voting Rights Act Decision Means, and Hegseth’s Heated TestimonySupreme Court’s Voting Rights Act decision and its impact on redistricting; also covers Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth’s heated Iran-war testimony, AI chatbot biosecurity risks, and a centenarian…30 Apr 2026 · 9 min · 6 chapters
Musk vs. Altman, and a Pivotal Immigration Case at the Supreme CourtSupreme Court arguments on Temporary Protected Status (TPS) terminations for Haitians and Syrians; plus other major court and Washington updates, including Monsanto/Roundup, geofencing cell-location…29 Apr 2026 · 10 min · 4 chapters
King Charles Visits Trump as U.S.-U.K. Tensions Flare, and Airlines Ask White House for HelpKing Charles III’s U.S. state visit amid U.S.-U.K. tensions over the war in Iran; a charged assassination attempt at a White House correspondence dinner; airlines seeking White House help as jet fuel…28 Apr 2026 · 10 min · 5 chapters
Inside the Chaos at the Correspondents’ Dinner, and How the U.S. Mint Is Buying Drug Cartel GoldThe episode covers three main stories: the chaos at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner after an armed man tried to breach security; U.S.-Iran peace talks stalling over Trump’s blockade and envoy…27 Apr 2026 · 9 min · 8 chapters
Trump’s Approval Drops to New Low, and Condom Prices Rise Because of the WarA roundup of major news: Meta and other tech firms cutting jobs as AI reduces demand for “learn to code”; a Trump-brokered three-week Israel–Hezbollah ceasefire extension; rising U.S.24 Apr 2026 · 15 min · 6 chapters
Who Is Running Iran, and How Doctors Cashed In on a Consumer Protection Law(1) Iran’s leadership during the war—Ayatollah Ali Khamenei is reportedly severely injured and in hiding after airstrikes, with handwritten messages relayed via couriers; senior IRGC commanders are…23 Apr 2026 · 11 min · 5 chapters
Special Episode: Your Questions About the Iran War, AnsweredA New York Times “Headlines” special bonus Q&A answering listener questions about the ongoing Iran war, including costs, Iranian public sentiment, risks to global trade via the Strait of Hormuz, and…22 Apr 2026 · 5 min · 5 chapters
Democrats Win Big in Election Map Fight, and Influencers Push Nicotine as a Health Hack(1) U.S.-Iran tensions: Trump initially vowed new attacks, then indefinitely extended a ceasefire hours before it expired, citing Pakistan’s mediation; Iran’s advisor dismissed the extension as…22 Apr 2026 · 8 min · 5 chapters
Labor Secretary Resigns Amid Scandals, and F.B.I. Director Sues Over Drinking ClaimsLori Chavez-DeRemer resigns as U.S. Labor Secretary amid Inspector General and congressional investigations into alleged misconduct, including an affair with a security aide, misuse of taxpayer funds…21 Apr 2026 · 10 min · 6 chapters
U.S. Attacks and Seizes Cargo Ship Near Iran, and a First Step Toward Tariff RefundsU.S. Navy attack and seizure of Iranian cargo ship Motor vessel Tosca near Iran; escalating tensions around the Strait of Hormuz and a fragile two-week ceasefire; first steps toward tariff refunds; a…20 Apr 2026 · 10 min · 6 chapters
What to Know About the Israel-Lebanon Cease-Fire, and R.F.K. Jr.’s Shifting Tone on VaccinesThis New York Times “Headlines” episode (Apr 17) covers: (1) a 10-day Israel–Lebanon cease-fire aimed at stopping fighting between Israeli forces and Iran-backed Hezbollah.17 Apr 2026 · 15 min · 8 chapters
Trump’s Scattershot Week, and a Stock Market RecordThe New York Times “Headlines” covers Trump’s erratic week—promising Iran war’s end while escalating other fights (including Pope attacks), threatening the Federal Reserve chair, and posting “Jesus”…16 Apr 2026 · 9 min · 4 chapters
The Republicans Who Disapprove of the War, and a Wave of College ClosuresPublic reaction to the U.S. attack on Iran; Lebanon/Israel efforts to disarm Hezbollah; updates on Eric Swalwell allegations; U.S.15 Apr 2026 · 9 min · 8 chapters