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Cybersecurity firm: Chineses hackers infiltrated the Vatican ahead of Beijing talks Chinese hackers have infiltrated the Vatican ahead of an anticipated negotiation over a 2018 deal that saw China gain more control over the Catholic church in the Asian country, a private cybersecurity firm said Tuesday.      Tropical storm warnings issued for Puerto Rico, U.S. Virgin Islands Tropical storm warnings were issued for Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands in advance of the developing system that is expected to rapidly strengthen in the Atlantic basin.   Mets to sign catcher Bruce Maxwell, first MLB player to kneel for anthem The New York Mets are finalizing a deal with former Oakland Athletics catcher Bruce Maxwell, who was the first MLB player to kneel during the national anthem.   In photos: Mourning civil rights icon Rep. John Lewis Memorial events for longtime U.S. Rep. John Lewis start with a procession across the Edmund Pettus Bridge in Selma, Ala., on July 26, 2020. The body of the Georgia Democrat, a lifelong civil rights activist, will lie in state at the U.S. Capitol on July 27-28. He died July 17 at age 80.   Poll: 77% of Americans trust CDC over White House on COVID-19 information A poll by The Hill and HarrisX released Tuesday found that 77% of American voters trust the Centers for Disease Control to report accurately on coronavirus data, rather than the White House.   Los Angeles Chargers signing Joey Bosa to record 5-year, $135M extension The Los Angeles Chargers and two-time Pro Bowl defensive end Joey Bosa have reached an agreement on a multiyear contract extension that will keep him with the franchise for the next six years.   Pelicans' Zion Williamson clears quarantine, returns to practice New Orleans Pelicans rookie forward Zion Williamson completed his four-day quarantine and returned to practice Tuesday.   MLB postpones 6 Marlins games due to virus; Goodell writes to NFL fans Major League Baseball on Tuesday postponed the Miami Marlins' next six games because of the team's recent coronavirus outbreak, while commissioner Roger Goodell wrote about the NFL's difficult, persistent journey.   Watchdog accuses Trump campaign of laundering $170M in campaign funds A campaign finance watchdog on Tuesday accused the Trump campaign of laundering $170 million in campaign spending through firms headed by Trump's former campaign manager, Brad Parscale.   Dont'a Hightower, Patrick Chung among six Patriots players to opt out of season Pro Bowl linebacker Dont'a Hightower and starting safety Patrick Chung on Tuesday were among six New England Patriots players to opt out of the 2020 season amid the coronavirus pandemic.   State Department approves possible $59.6M sale of training ammo to Kuwait The State Department has approved a possible $59.6 million deal to sell various M1A2K training ammunition and related equipment to Kuwait, the Defense Security Cooperation Agency announced Tuesday.   Mars rover to pave way for rock sample return, human travel Ahead of Thursday's planned Mars rover launch from Florida, NASA officials and scientists spent Tuesday highlighting major science objectives that have an eye on future space travel.   Judge orders New York to pay unemployment benefits to Uber, Lyft drivers A federal judge on Tuesday ruled that the New York Department of Labor must pay backlogged unemployment benefits to Uber and Lyft drivers within 45 days.   Lakers' Frank Vogel: 'There is concern' Anthony Davis could miss restart opener The Los Angeles Lakers could be without superstar forward Anthony Davis in their restart opener against the L.A. Clippers on Thursday.   Bonhomme Richard fire released toxic chemicals into San Diego air, tests say Testing results released this week by the San Diego County Air Pollution Control District reveal that a Navy ship fire earlier this month blanketed communities nearby with smoke containing toxic chemicals.   Trump administration to stop accepting new DACA applications The Trump administration won't accept new applications for the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program, the Department of Homeland Security said in a memo released Tuesday.   Caldwell fire burns 67,789 acres in California; Gold Fire, Hog Fire nearly 70% contained The Caldwell Fire, one of several wildfires in California started by lightning strikes, has burned 67,789 acres, fire officials said Tuesday.   Cincinnati Bengals QB Joe Burrow agrees to $36.1M rookie contract Cincinnati Bengals rookie quarterback Joe Burrow is close to finalizing his first NFL contract after agreeing to terms Tuesday.   AMC Theaters, Universal Pictures deal could shorten theatrical window to 3 weeks AMC Theaters and Universal Pictures reached a deal allowing the studio's films to become available on demand 17 days after they premiere in theaters, the companies announced Tuesday.   New blood test 96% accurate at spotting Alzheimer's disease, study finds A blood test designed to measure levels of a specific protein in the human body is 96% accurate in identifying people with Alzheimer's disease instead of other forms of dementia, a study published by JAMA Network Open.   Carbon dioxide removal is critical in next decade, experts tell Congress Removing excess carbon dioxide from the atmosphere is a critical step in tamping down global temperature rise and meeting the Paris Agreement's long-term temperature goal, energy experts told Congress on Tuesday.   CBD a safe treatment for cannabis use disorders, study finds People with cannabis use disorders can safely use cannabidiol, or CBD, at daily doses of 400 or 800 milligrams to reduce their reliance on the drug, a study published Tuesday by The Lancet Psychiatry found.   Panel chairman: AG William Barr has enabled Trump's 'worst failings' The Democratic chairman of the House judiciary committee accused Attorney General William Barr at a hearing Tuesday of enabling the "worst failings" of President Donald Trump.   | |||||||||||||||||||||
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Barr Clashes With House Democrats in Testimony, Defending Protests ResponseThe deployment of federal agents to confront protesters and rioters and attacks on the Russia investigation highlighted a contentious hearing.   From the Start, Federal Agents Demanded a Role in Suppressing Anti-Racism ProtestsTwin government memos show how a gung-ho federal law enforcement response to anti-racism protests may have been driven by a shaky understanding of the demonstrations’ roots. Fact Checking the Portland Protests: How Violent Are They?Attorney General William P. Barr said protesters had used fireworks, Tasers, pellet guns and lasers to target federal officers in Portland. Misleading Coronavirus Video, Pushed by the Trumps, Spreads OnlineSocial media companies took down the video within hours. But by then, it had already been viewed tens of millions of times. Russian Intelligence Agencies Push Disinformation on Coronavirus PandemicDeclassified U.S. intelligence accuses Moscow of pushing propaganda through alternative websites as Russia refines techniques used in 2016. ‘This Is About Justice’: Biden Ties Economic Revival to Racial EquityIn the last of four proposals laying out his vision for economic recovery, Joseph R. Biden Jr. pledged to lift up minority-owned businesses and to award them more federal contracts. Oil and Gas Groups See ‘Some Common Ground’ in Biden Energy PlanSome energy executives are pleased that the former vice president is not calling for a fracking ban and said they could work with him. ‘Amazing, Isn’t It?’ Long Sought Blood Test for Alzheimer’s in ReachScientists say such tests could be available in a few years, speeding research for treatments and providing a diagnosis for dementia patients who want to know if they have Alzheimer’s disease. Netflix Breaks HBO’s Record for the Most Emmy Nominations Ever“Watchmen” earned 26 nominations, the most of any show, and the Television Academy gave newcomers Disney+ and Apple TV+ their first nods. Emmys: Our Critics on ‘Watchmen,’ ‘Maisel’ and, Yes, ‘Tiger King’This year brought bounties for “Watchmen” (hooray) and “The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel” (again?), but should TV even be celebrating itself as a pandemic rages on? Emmys 2020 Snubs and Surprises: Baby Yoda Breaks ThroughIn troubling times, the nominations made room for some popcorn TV. William Barr, ‘Red Zones,’ the Emmys: Your Tuesday Evening BriefingHere’s what you need to know at the end of the day. Why $600 Checks Are Tearing Republicans ApartAs Republicans consider whether to extend weekly payments for those without work during the pandemic, the election looms large. How to Hold Big Tech’s Feet to the FireMembers of Congress will be able to grill tech C.E.O.s at a hearing. Let’s hope they don’t waste the opportunity. Trump Is Dog-Whistling. Are ‘Suburban Housewives’ Listening?Or are they too busy organizing protests, posting links to bail funds and discussing antidotes for tear gas? If Our Masks Could SpeakSomething that’s supposed to cover our mouths speaks volumes about how crazy some people have gotten. In Portland, Trump Hijacked Homeland SecurityA former leader of the department says Trump is politicizing the agency and putting the nation at risk. Remdesivir Could Be in Short Supply. Here’s a Fix.The federal government must work to ensure adequate supply of the coronavirus drug — and distribute it evenly and transparently. Why Crying Is HealthyA teacher travels across Japan to encourage adults to cry more. Teachers Will Get Covid-19. What Will Schools Do?Cases are inevitable. Schools need to plan now. Women Can Have a Little Power, as a TreatA female vice president would be tasked with wielding power in the service of a more powerful man. That’s no challenge to the patriarchy. There Are More Coronavirus Tests We Could TryWe could test saliva. We could test groups of samples at once. We could even let people test themselves. These tests aren’t perfect, but that’s not the point. What Would a Cold War With China Look Like?U.S.-China ties haven’t been this strained for decades. What happens if they snap? Refugee Resettlement Is Close to Collapse. That Was Trump’s Plan.Its targeted destruction is too important to ignore. Fathers, Sons and Soccer: Reflections on the Family BusinessErling Haaland, Gio Reyna, Marcus Thuram and their famous fathers discuss lineage, legacy and the weight of carrying a famous name on the back of your jersey. What Does It Mean to ‘Look Like a Mom’?As the Wall of Moms movement spreads across the country, so, too, does that question. Do We Believe in U.F.O.s? That’s the Wrong QuestionReporting on the Pentagon program that’s investigating unidentified flying objects is not about belief. It’s about a vigilant search for facts. N.Y.P.D.’s Use of Unmarked Van in Arrest Draws Parallels to PortlandVideos of the arrest, shared widely on social media, were met with intense criticism and calls for an explanation from the police. Trump Delays Effort to End Protections for Immigrant ‘Dreamers’After the Supreme Court ruled that President Trump failed to present a valid rationale for ending DACA, the administration said it would conduct a “comprehensive review” of the program. The Vatican Is Said to Be Hacked From China Before Talks With BeijingIn one attack, the hackers weaponized an electronic file with a letter that had a note of condolence from Cardinal Pietro Parolin, the Vatican’s secretary of state. Megan Thee Stallion Gives New Details in Account of ShootingNeither the rapper nor the police have named anyone as responsible for causing her injuries. 63-Year-Old Woman is Killed in Maine's First Recorded Fatal Shark AttackA 63-year-old woman died in the state’s first recorded fatal shark attack, the authorities said. Sharks rarely attack humans but are following seals, their natural prey, north, experts say. Minneapolis Police Link ‘Umbrella Man’ to White Supremacy GroupA search warrant affidavit seeks cellphone records for a man the police believe smashed store windows with a sledgehammer to provoke racial unrest. North Korea Thinks He Brought Covid-19. South Korea Wants to Arrest Him.Kim Geum-hyok, the defector who swam back to the North — leading to a coronavirus lockdown — was wanted in South Korea, where he had been accused of rape. How to Ask if Everything Is OK When It’s Clearly NotChoose the right time. Be vulnerable. Don't try to solve all their problems. Why We Reach for Nostalgia in Times of CrisisIt can be comforting. But be careful Surfing Was Set to Debut at the Summer Olympics. 2020 Had Other PlansThis was going to be a historic year for the sport of surfing. We spoke with the world’s top surfers to go behind the scenes as the sport prepares to make its Olympic debut … next year. A Clue to Van Gogh’s Final Days Is Found in His Last PaintingA researcher says he has uncovered the precise location where the artist painted “Tree Roots,” thought to be the last piece he worked on the day he suffered a fatal gunshot wound. Aimee Bender’s Latest Is a Proustian ReverieIn “The Butterfly Lampshade,” objects are as alive as human beings. How Does the Coronavirus Affect Sports Betting?No more home-field advantage, and some teams have better shots at a title given changes to playoff formats. Tiny Love Stories: ‘My Parents Never Called’Modern Love in miniature, featuring reader-submitted stories of no more than 100 words. Bringing Mars Rocks to Earth: Our Greatest Interplanetary Circus ActNASA and the European Space Agency plan to toss rocks from one spacecraft to another before the samples finally land on Earth in 2031. The Cult of Selfishness Is Killing AmericaThe right has made irresponsible behavior a key principle. Georgia Senator Is Criticized for Ad Enlarging Jewish Opponent Jon Ossoff's NoseSenator David Perdue, a Republican, drew a quick rebuke from his Democratic opponent, Jon Ossoff, who said the Facebook ad employed the “least original anti-Semitic trope in history.” More Recent Articles
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