NYTimes 2 years ago

Economists Expected a Hiring Slowdown. So Much for That.

Economists Expected a Hiring Slowdown. So Much for That. (Published 2024)

Jobs and wage gains remain robust despite the Federal Reserve’s campaign to cool the economy, surprising policymakers and economic forecasters.

NYTimes 2 years ago

The blockbuster jobs report bolsters the Fed’s patience as it waits to cut rates.

Blockbuster Jobs Report Backs Up Fed’s Patience as It Waits to Cut Rates (Published 2024)

Given continued strength of the economy, the Federal Reserve is unlikely to feel pressure to cut interest rates at its next meeting in March.

NYTimes 2 years ago

Who Are the Israelis Under U.S. Sanctions Over West Bank Violence?

What to Know About the 4 Israelis Placed Under U.S. Sanctions Over West Bank Violence (Published 2024)

The White House announced financial penalties on the men, ranging in age from 21 to 32, over escalating violence against Palestinian civilians.

NYTimes 2 years ago

Could a Giant Parasol in Outer Space Help Solve the Climate Crisis?

Could a Giant Parasol in Outer Space Help Solve the Climate Crisis? (Published 2024)

Interest in sun shields, once a fringe idea, has grown. Now, a team of scientists says it could launch a prototype within a few years.

NYTimes 2 years ago

Over 800 Officials in U.S. and Europe Sign Letter Protesting Israel Policies

Over 800 Officials in U.S. and Europe Sign Letter Protesting Israel Policies (Published 2024)

The document was signed by government employees in 12 nations and E.U. institutions. Signers say their leaders’ policies could be contributing to...

NYTimes 2 years ago

In the West Bank, Palestinians Struggle to Adjust to a New Reality

In the West Bank, Palestinians Struggle to Adjust to a New Reality (Published 2024)

The volatile mix of violence, tensions and Israeli restrictions has had a stultifying effect on the West Bank.

NYTimes 2 years ago

China Meets the U.S. to Discuss Fentanyl, But the Détente Has Limits

China and the U.S. Are Talking, but Their Détente Has Limits (Published 2024)

Negotiations have resumed on restricting the flow of fentanyl into the United States. But Beijing may prove less cooperative on Iran and North Korea.

NYTimes 2 years ago

Israelis and Palestinians See Problems With Sanctions on West Bank Settlers

Some far-right Israelis denounce the U.S. sanctions, while some Arabs say they’re not enough. (Published 2024)

Reactions ranged from denouncing the penalties to saying they didn’t go far enough.

NYTimes 2 years ago

Biden Imposes Sanctions on Israelis Over West Bank Violence

Biden Orders Sanctions on 4 Israelis Over West Bank Violence (Published 2024)

The order served as both a sharp-edged diplomatic notice to Israel and a message to Arab Americans, a key part of the political coalition the presi...

NYTimes 2 years ago

Iran Tries to Avoid War With U.S. After Stoking Mideast Conflicts

Iran Tries to Avoid War With U.S. After Stoking Mideast Conflicts (Published 2024)

After Iran-aligned militants killed three American soldiers, Iran’s leaders sensed a line was crossed, and are sending more conciliatory signals ...

NYTimes 2 years ago

NYU Removed 2 Doctors Over Israel-Hamas Posts. Then Their Fates Diverged.

Israel-Hamas Posts Cost 2 Doctors Their Jobs. Then Their Fates Diverged. (Published 2024)

Both doctors worked for NYU Langone in New York. In a legal filing on Thursday, one doctor said the decision not to rehire him was unfair after his...

NYTimes 2 years ago

Grateful for E.U. Aid, Ukraine Now Waits for the United States

Grateful for E.U. Aid, Ukraine Now Waits for the United States (Published 2024)

The E.U. package of about $54 billion will be spent on nonmilitary expenses, like pensions, payments to displaced people and paying teachers and do...

NYTimes 2 years ago

EU Ukraine Aid Deal Is a Pawn in Orban’s Longer Populist Game

For Orban, Ukraine Is a Pawn in a Longer Game (Published 2024)

His real aim is to lead a populist and nativist rebellion against Europe’s liberal elite, though that campaign is showing signs of faltering.

NYTimes 2 years ago

The E.U.’s $54 Billion Deal to Fund Ukraine, Explained

The E.U.’s $54 Billion Deal to Fund Ukraine, Explained (Published 2024)

European leaders authorized the long-term financing after Hungary’s prime minister, Viktor Orban, dropped his opposition.

NYTimes 2 years ago

Universal Music Group Pulls Songs From TikTok

Universal Music Group Pulls Songs From TikTok (Published 2024)

The music giant, home to stars like Taylor Swift and Drake, had threatened to withdraw licenses for its tracks to the social media juggernaut if th...

NYTimes 2 years ago

Netanyahu’s Bind: Compromise in Gaza or Power at Home

Netanyahu’s Bind: Compromising in Gaza or Holding On to Power at Home (Published 2024)

To end the war in Gaza and free the remaining Israeli hostages, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu may have to cut deals that analysts say could end...

NYTimes 2 years ago

Can This A.I.-Powered Search Engine Replace Google? It Has for Me.

Can This A.I.-Powered Search Engine Replace Google? It Has for Me. (Published 2024)

A start-up called Perplexity shows what’s possible for a search engine built from scratch with artificial intelligence.

NYTimes 2 years ago

Will Lawmakers Really Act to Protect Children Online? Some Say Yes.

Will Lawmakers Really Act to Protect Children Online? Some Say Yes. (Published 2024)

After senators grilled the leaders of Meta, TikTok, X and others, there may be momentum to pass rules to safeguard the internet’s youngest users,...

NYTimes 2 years ago

Russia’s New Threats to Exiles: Seized Assets and Forced Returns

Russia’s New Threats to Exiles: Seized Assets and Forced Returns (Published 2024)

The Kremlin is sending a chilly message to antiwar Russians abroad: A new law will allow their property back home to be seized, and other countries...

NYTimes 2 years ago

EU Agrees to $54 Billion Fund for Ukraine

How a Game of Good Cop-Bad Cop Sealed the E.U. Ukraine Fund Deal (Published 2024)

Top European leaders coordinated to get the Hungarian prime minister, Viktor Orban, to agree to the 50-billion-euro plan aimed at keeping Ukraine�...