FEBRUARY 28. 2026

World Leaders, U. S. Lawmakers React to U. S. Strikes on Iran

Early views fell along ideological lines as the international community waits for damage reports.

Iran Is Built to Withstand the Ayatollah’s Assassination

The U. S. and Israeli militaries are targeting Iran’s leaders—but that may only strengthen the state.

Oil Markets Brace for Disruption After U. S. -Israel Strikes on Iran

The worries include strikes against regional oil production as well as crude flows from the Persian Gulf.

U. S. , Israel Begin ‘Major Combat Operations’ in Iran

“They’ve rejected every opportunity to renounce their nuclear ambitions, and we can’t take it anymore, ” Trump said.

Made-in-America Guns Are Fueling Death and Destruction in Mexico

The killing of the cartel leader El Mencho in Mexico has led to violent retaliation — much of it carried out with American-made guns.

Trump Officials Attended a Summit of Election Deniers Who Want the President to Take Over the Midterms

The meeting’s participants included Kurt Olsen, a White House lawyer charged with reinvestigating the 2020 election, and Heather Honey, the Department of Homeland Security official in charge of election integrity.

A Secret Survey From Inside a Women’s Prison Tells Stories of Domestic Abuse Untold in Court

From inside a women’s prison in Oklahoma, a domestic violence survivor began collecting other prisoners’ stories of abuse. Their accounts helped shape a new Oklahoma law intended to reduce their sentences — but will it work?

FEBRUARY 27. 2026

Pakistan Says It’s in ‘Open War’ With Afghanistan

Islamabad bombed major Afghan cities, accusing Kabul of harboring the Pakistani Taliban.

China Is Running Short of Donkey for Dinner

The shortage of a popular regional specialty is shaking global meat markets.

This Year’s Oscar Documentaries Are Tough to Watch

From a Russian schoolteacher to an Iranian feminist, the choices reflect our troubled times.

Ukraine’s Lost Generation

Students and teachers are struggling to keep education alive in underground schools.

Why No One Is Pushing Back on Trump’s Iran Threats

A quarter century of “forever wars” has inured Democrats and even Europeans to U. S. aggression.

When Counting Comes at a Cost

In India, a new caste census risks making prejudice permanent.

Greens celebrate 'victory for hope'

Green Party's Hannah Spencer celebrates winning the Gorton and Denton by-election at Manchester Central.

War With Iran Would Be Illegal and Stupid. Democrats Should Care.

Now is the time for Democratic leaders to stand firm against the risk of a catastrophic conflict.

Sheinbaum Breaks From AMLO on Security

The killing of “El Mencho” shows that Mexico’s president has ditched her predecessor’s softer approach to cartels.

Trump Uses the Courts to Intimidate Critics. The Media Must Fight Back.

Federal agencies are using investigations to stifle speech and chill the questioning of those in power.

5 Investigations Sparking Change This Month

A push for more transparency on drug labels. Clearer guidance for doctors in Texas on how to legally provide abortions. Here’s a look at some recent impact from our newsroom.

The culture war is coming for your electricity

Utah Republicans are calling for an energy "divorce" from blue states. A major utility just granted part of their wish.