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The New York Times is an American daily newspaper based in New York City with a worldwide readership. It was founded in 1851, by Henry Jarvis Raymond and George Jones, and was initially published by Raymond, Jones & Company.

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Latest Articles

How Safe Are Tattoos?

Q: I want to get a tattoo, but is it really safe?Once a form of rebellion hidden under your sleeve, tattoos are now so commonplace that almost half of U.S. adults ages 30 to 49 have at least one. But despite their growing popularity, there’s a lot scientists don’t know …

By Allessandra DiCorato, Ph.D.
8th September 2026 • The New York Times

The race to save the world's filmstrips

One of the 20th century’s biggest media formats was often thrown out in the rush to embrace VHS. But preservationists say a vital piece of history is being lost.

By Christian Kriticos
4th September 2026 • The New York Times

Is Motion Sickness Preventable?

Q: I often feel carsick while traveling. What are the best ways to prevent or treat motion sickness?Historically associated with sailors reacting to the pitch, roll and yaw of ships, motion sickness now affects people in cars, trains, planes and even in space.The symptoms can start within minutes of feeling …

By Allessandra DiCorato, Ph.D.
18th August 2026 • The New York Times

The Places Where the Bombs Have Rarely Stopped Falling in Iran

The turquoise blue waters, white sandy beaches and dramatic cliffs on the island of Qeshm until recently drew millions of annual visitors and a devoted community of artists, investors and designers who helped turn the island into Iran’s hottest vacation spot.It is so exquisite that it earned a UNESCO Global …

By Shirin Hakim
10th August 2026 • The New York Times

Houthis Claim Attack on Yemeni Military Camp

The Houthi militant group said on Friday it had launched a drone and missile attack on a military camp of the internationally recognized government in Yemen, escalating fighting that has threatened to reignite the country’s civil war.The Iran-backed Houthis said they had attacked “weapons depots, military vehicles and equipment” at …

By Shirin Hakim
7th August 2026 • The New York Times

How to Treat Knee Pain, According to Experts

After the back, the knees are the second-most common site of chronic pain in the body. Many people will experience knee pain at some point in their lives, whether from injuries to cartilage and soft tissue as active younger adults, or from wear and tear as they age.As your largest …

By Allessandra DiCorato, Ph.D.
5th August 2026 • The New York Times

Two Punk Legends Help Revive a Cult Band’s Archive

The Cramps introduced the world to “psychobilly” and turned Henry Rollins and Ian MacKaye into fans. Now the duo is part of an effort to bring the music back.

By MARK YARM
4th August 2026 • The New York Times

Denise Oliver-Velez, a Powerful Voice of the Left, Dies at 78

An obituary for activist Denise Oliver-Velez.

By Jeremy Fassler
20th July 2026 • The New York Times

The New York Times: The Resurrection of Country Music’s Ultimate Vanishing Act

Gary Stewart spent a few years on top, but was largely forgotten after his tragic death in 2003. Now a new generation is rediscovering the onetime “king of honky-tonk.”

By Bob Mehr
17th July 2026 • The New York Times

Iranian Singer Sentenced to 74 Lashes for Performing Without Hijab

An Iranian court has sentenced an outspoken female singer to 74 lashes for performing at a concert without wearing a hijab, according to a person close to her family and state media news reports. The punishment indicated a possible tightening of religious rules for women under an Iranian political order …

By Shirin Hakim
23rd June 2026 • The New York Times

Jaded and Exhausted, Many Iranians Shrug at World Cup

After a year that brought Iranians two devastating wars, mass protests crushed by the government and an imploding economy, Iran’s appearance in the World Cup is doing little to cheer people up or to unite the country.Some Iranians view the national soccer team as representatives of a repressive government. Others …

By Shirin Hakim
15th June 2026 • The New York Times

Does Sweating More Make for a Better Workout?

Q: If I’m sweating a lot when I exercise during the summer, does that mean my workouts are more effective?As the weather heats up, you may find the same jog that was comfortable outdoors a few months ago now leaves you drenched in sweat.Sweating a lot can mean you’re working …

By Allessandra DiCorato, Ph.D.
19th May 2026 • The New York Times

Opinion | Firing Squads Expose the Brutality of the Death Penalty

This 2026 New York Times Op-Ed about firing squads mentioned my reporting for NPR on execution workers: "In 2022, Chiara Eisner at NPR interviewed over two dozen people who were involved in executions. Many were so affected by the experience that they suffered insomnia, anxiety and suicidal thoughts."

By Chiara Eisner
18th May 2026 • The New York Times

A Landslide in Alaska Set Off a Tsunami. There May Be More to Come.

Scientists say as glaciers retreat in a warming climate, landslide-generated tsunamis are likely to become more frequent.

By Christian S. B. Elliott
6th May 2026 • The New York Times

Tiny Love Stories: ‘I Could Feel Him Watching Me’

The First to FallThe first night he came over, I was already drunk. I smoked cigarettes on the roof, swaying in the summer heat, pointing at planes passing over us and telling him they were shooting stars. I could feel him watching me, and knew he was falling in love. …

By JAMIE VALENTINO
6th May 2026 • The New York Times

How Do I Prevent Falls at Home?

Most trips and slips that require emergency care occur indoors — with almost 80 percent of those happening at home. Fall-proof your living space with these steps.

By Louisa Kamps
21st April 2026 • The New York Times

A Fountain of Creativity

“When Apricots Blossom” is the title of a 1937 poem by the Stalinist-era Uzbek writer Hamid Olimjon, about a white flowering tree whose aroma is stolen by the breeze every spring. The speaker is philosophical about this loss: I say “so be it” and will not get angry; I wrap …

By Ifeoluwa Adedeji
19th April 2026 • The New York Times

5 Books to Lift You Up During Life’s Hardest Times

Experts share the literature that has helped them cope with death, illness and despair.

By Louisa Kamps
15th April 2026 • The New York Times

Here’s When to Replace Your Running Shoes

Q: I’ve heard a lot of different things about how long running shoes should last. How do I know when it’s time for a new pair?Once you find the right pair of running shoes, it can be hard to part with them. It’s a frequently cited rule of thumb that …

By Allessandra DiCorato, Ph.D.
31st March 2026 • The New York Times

What Americans Think About $4 Gasoline

By Kendal Asbury
31st March 2026 • The New York Times

As Gas Prices Approach $4 a Gallon, Americans Rethink Vacations

By Kendal Asbury
29th March 2026 • The New York Times

The New York Times: D. Boon’s Death Shook Punk Rock. 40 Years Later, Minutemen Look Back.

The influential band’s singer and guitarist died at 27, but the bassist Mike Watt and the drummer George Hurley never lost his spirit.

By Bob Mehr
26th March 2026 • The New York Times

Why Does Drinking Mess With My Emotions?

Q: I’ve noticed I feel emotional and anxious the morning after drinking. Why is that, and is there anything I can do to prevent it?In the moment, having a drink can seem like a good idea. Alcohol can make you feel relaxed, less inhibited and even euphoric. The next morning, …

By Allessandra DiCorato, Ph.D.
3rd March 2026 • The New York Times

This Comet Stopped Spinning. Then It Started Rotating Backward.

If you were standing on the surface of Comet 41P/Tuttle-Giacobini-Kresák nine years ago as it was getting closer to the sun, you might have been in for a shock. First, each day on the comet would have gotten drastically longer over a period of weeks, until the object’s rotation stopped …

By Jonathan O'Callaghan – Freelance Space Journalist
12th February 2026 • The New York Times

Tiny Love Stories: ‘First Love Never Dies"’

Two days after Christmas, Maxwell called. “Might drop dead tomorrow,” he said. A loud-talking, adorable joker from Jersey, he’d hired me as a deckhand narrating Seattle boat tours in 1996. We fell in love, felt invincible with the Space Needle and Kurt Cobain’s house in the distance. Fast forward to …

By Nicole Hardy writer, creator, editor
28th January 2026 • The New York Times

Greenland’s Biggest Band Is Thrust Into an Uneasy Spotlight

They've toured by dog sled and fallen through ice on video shoots. Now, as their country dominates global headlines, more curious listeners are discovering Greenlandic rock group Nanook.

By Christian Kriticos
27th January 2026 • The New York Times

Hundreds of Minnesota Businesses on Strike in Protest Against ICE

Thousands of protesters shut down parts of Minneapolis-St. Paul on Friday as hundreds of businesses closed their doors, and workers and students stayed home to demand an end to the sweeping immigration crackdown that has roiled the Twin Cities for weeks.The action on Friday, which unfolded in subzero temperatures, was …

By Summer Rabold
23rd January 2026 • The New York Times

As Megadeth Counts Down to Extinction, Dave Mustaine Opens Up

The heavy metal pioneer known for his lightning-fast shredding and snarling vocal style is going out his way, with a final album and tour.

By MARK YARM
15th January 2026 • The New York Times

For These Tribal Nations, Water Is a Through Line. And Now, a Threat.

For the tribal nations of the Pacific Northwest, water has been a through line, bringing spirituality and sustenance that have sustained communities for generations.

By charlotte dulany
10th January 2026 • The New York Times

Oil Firms Say Venezuela Owes Them Billions Over Earlier Investments

Western oil companies have been fighting to recoup tens of billions of dollars that they say Venezuela owes them — debts that could play a prominent role in efforts by President Trump to compel U.S. businesses to produce more oil in the country.Exxon Mobil and ConocoPhillips top the list of …

By Ivan Penn
7th January 2026 • The New York Times