Israel Begins to Push Into Gaza City, Calls for New Hostage Negotiations

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Thursday ordered negotiations for the release of all remaining hostages and an end to the war on terms “acceptable to Israel” — even as he greenlit a plan to take over Gaza City.

Trump Escalates Pressure on the Fed With New Threat

President Donald Trump ramped up his attack on the Federal Reserve on Wednesday, calling on one of its governors to resign.

In Trump's DC Takeover, Crime Data Is in the Spotlight

August 20 | President Donald Trump’s claims that violent crime is rising in Washington, DC, have set the stage for a new fight.

Hot Mics, Cold Comfort: Trump's Ukraine-Russia Balancing Act

August 19 | In just the last week, President Donald Trump’s held separate meetings with the presidents of Ukraine and Russia as part of what administration officials say is a three-step process to end the war.

After No Deal in Alaska, Trump Tries a Reset in DC

August 18 | President Donald Trump tried to reset the narrative ahead of today’s key meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and European allies on the war in Ukraine.

From the Group Chat: Taylor Swift’s Big Week, Georgina Rodríguez’s Engagement Ring, and Timothée Chalamet's Unibrow

August 17 | A recap of the week’s most fun and interesting stories.

Eat, Read, Go: Sungold Spaghetti alla Chitarra, “Loved One,” and Lyon

August 16 | One recipe, one book, and one travel destination worth your time.

August 15, 2025