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Orders to Investigate Columbia Protesters Raised Alarms in Justice Dept.
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May 2, 2025, 4:10 a.m. Eastern time

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At a Dubai Conference, Trump’s Conflicts Take Center Stage

A deal for a state-backed Emirati firm to use a Trump-affiliated digital coin was announced in a panel that included the president’s son and his business partner, who promised, “This is only the beginning.”

Orders to Investigate Columbia Protesters Raised Alarms in Justice Dept.

Behind the scenes, a top department official pressed employees to gather a list of activists and investigate them, people familiar with the matter said.

Once Banished From Trump’s White House, Zelensky Has New Hope

In his zigzagging approach to ending the war in Ukraine, President Trump has shifted his frustration — for now — from Ukraine’s leader to Vladimir Putin.

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‘I Have Cancer,’ the TikTok Star Said. Then Came the Torrent of Hate.

Sydney Towle’s videos have drawn an enormous audience on TikTok, where her followers praise and support her. On Reddit, an army of skeptics was determined to paint her as a fraud.

Opinion | The New Culture of the Right: Vital, Masculine and Intentionally Offensive

The left has dictated culture for decades. Jonathan Keeperman is trying to change that.

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World

Death Toll Rises Sharply in a Wave of Sectarian Violence in Syria

With more than 100 people killed this week in a region controlled by the Druse minority, Druse leaders signaled new willingness to join forces with the Sunni Muslim-dominated government.

U.S. and U.N. Urge De-escalation Between India and Pakistan

Secretary of State Marco Rubio spoke with top officials from both countries in an effort to avoid another conflict over the disputed region of Kashmir.

A Contender for the Papacy Known for Promoting Dialogue With Other Faiths

Cardinal Jean-Marc Aveline comes from the diverse port city of Marseille in France.

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U.S.

Federal Judge Strikes Down Trump’s Use of Alien Enemies Act to Deport Venezuelans

The ruling, which is limited to the Southern District of Texas, prohibited the administration from using the wartime law because the president’s claims about a Venezuelan gang do not add up to an “invasion.”

When Trump’s Immigration Crackdown Came to an Immigrant Mayor’s City

A raid on a largely Hispanic nightclub last weekend highlighted the wrenching choices mayors face between anti-Trump constituents and federal pressure for police cooperation.

Illinois Driver Who Killed 4 May Have Had a Medical Emergency, Officials Say

The driver had rammed her Jeep through an after-school center in Chatham on Monday. Authorities said she had tested negative for alcohol and controlled substances.

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Politics

A Tidal Wave of Change Is Headed for the U.S. Economy

American consumers are not yet seeing much evidence of the drastic changes President Trump has made on trade. But they are on their way.

The Fight Against Trump Isn’t a Movement, but It’s Gaining Momentum

Despite lacking a unified message or strategy, Democrats, universities, law firms and other institutions are starting to push back harder against the administration.

For Trump Supporters, an ‘Exciting’ First 100 Days

The president’s supporters acknowledge that the ride is bumpy. But they say they are willing to sacrifice and wouldn’t have it any other way.

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Business

Colleges Know How Much You’re Willing to Pay. Here’s How.

Schools turn to little-known consultants, owned by private equity firms, to find applicants and calculate scholarships. Here’s how that affects the price you pay.

As a Shipping Loophole Closes, Small Online Sellers Scramble

Independent vendors who sell on sites like Etsy and eBay are trying to blunt the pain from tariffs on low-cost Chinese-made goods.

In an Uncertain Economy, McDonald’s Sees Sales Decline

The burger giant, a much-watched barometer for consumer sentiment, reported lower consumer spending in the first quarter.

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Technology

Could Apple Exist Without Its Ties to China? Probably Not.

The world’s most valuable company has become so reliant on Chinese suppliers and sales that it would be worth half as much or less without them.

Why the A.I. Race Could Be Upended by a Judge’s Decision on Google

A landmark antitrust lawsuit about the past has turned into a fight about the future.

Amazon Says Operating Profits May Decline Amid Economic Uncertainty

The company reported overall mixed results, sending share prices down in after-hours trading.

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Arts

George Clooney, Sarah Snook and Sadie Sink Get Tony Nominations

The new musicals “Buena Vista Social Club,” “Death Becomes Her” and “Maybe Happy Ending” tied for the most Tony nominations, with 10 each.

Tony Nominations Snubs and Surprises: ‘Othello’ Misses, Clooney Scores

Ensemble-driven plays like “Purpose” and “English” received a slew of nominations, while Denzel Washington, Jake Gyllenhaal and Idina Menzel were overlooked.

Alec Baldwin’s ‘Rust’ Gets Muted Release, Years After Fatal Shooting

The filmmakers said that they hoped the finished product would honor the work and memory of its cinematographer, Halyna Hutchins, who was shot and killed on the set.