Today's Headlines: Large-Scale Ukrainian Attack Targets Air Bases in Russia

Trump Is Said to Have Known About NASA Nominee's Donations Before Picking Him

View in browser June 2, 2025, 4:10 a.m. Eastern time Top News Large-Scale Ukrainian Attack Targets Air Bases in Russia Russia's Defense Ministry said on Sunday that Ukrainian drones attacked airfields in five regions and that several aircraft had caught fire. Trump Is Said to Have Known About NASA Nominee's Donations Before Picking Him President Trump withdrew his nomination of Jared Isaacman, an ally of Elon Musk, because of donations he had made to Democrats. But people with knowledge of the events say Mr. Isaacman had disclosed the contributions. More Than 20 Killed Near Aid Distribution Site in Gaza, Health Officials Say The Palestinians were shot and scores wounded as huge crowds assembled to try and get food from a new aid distribution center. An Israeli military official said soldiers fired warning shots. Editors' Picks Do Patients Without a Terminal Illness Have the Right to Die? Paula Ritchie wasn't dying, but under Canada's new rules, she qualified for a medically assisted death. Was that kindness or cruelty? Opinion | Why Trump Is Mad at the 'Sleazebag' Leonard Leo The president is very unhappy with the federal judiciary and the Federalist Society. World Rival Victory Claims as Poland's Presidential Election Goes Down to Wire A vote seen as a test of the power of populist nationalism in Europe was too close to call, with exit polls putting the two contenders neck and neck. Mexico Votes in Sprawling, First-Ever Judiciary Election Voters were choosing the nine members of the Supreme Court on Sunday, along with more than 2,600 other judges and magistrates. A 355-Year-Old Company That Once Owned One-Third of Canada Is Shutting Down Bargain hunters picked over what was left at the Hudson's Bay Company's remaining stores, part of a vast empire that was North America's oldest corporation. See more world news U.S. $105 Million Reparations Package for Tulsa Race Massacre Unveiled by Mayor The plan, the first large-scale attempt to address the impact of the 1921 atrocity, will raise private funds for housing assistance, scholarships and economic development. Trans Athlete in Political Storm Earns, and Shares, First Place in Event In a rules compromise, AB Hernandez shared first place in the high jump and triple jump in the California high school championship, and shared spots on the awards podium, too. M.I.T. Class President Barred From Graduation Ceremony After Pro-Palestinian Speech According to the school, the student delivered a speech, which denounced M.I.T.'s ties to Israel, that had not been preapproved. See more U.S. news Politics 'I Didn't Get It Done': A Reflective Tim Walz Wants to Make Good Last year's Democratic vice-presidential nominee has thrown himself into a robust atonement-and-explanation tour, though aides insist there is no grand strategy. Party Activists in California Aren't Sold on a Harris Run for Governor Kamala Harris did not appear in person at a California state Democratic convention, leaving delegates to wonder how seriously she is considering running and whether it would be wise. Trump Aides Insist That Tariffs Will Remain, Even After Court Ruling One official said that the president is unlikely to delay his initial 90-day pause on some of his highest rates. See more political news Business Can This 14-Year-Old Football Star Become a High School Millionaire? Major brands and local sponsors have offered lucrative deals to high school, and even younger, stars who promote their products. Can Gen Z's Nostalgia Save Chain Restaurants? Many casual dining restaurants whose heydays were thought past are attracting younger customers charmed by memories of family meals and stability. Snack Maker Sues Aldi Grocery Chain Over Look-Alike Product Packaging Mondelez International, a corporate giant behind the name-brand versions of many snacks, contends that Aldi is mimicking its packaging to dupe customers. See more business news Arts The Best Movies and TV Shows Coming to Disney+, Amazon, Max, AMC+ and More in June "Phineas and Ferb," "The Bear" and "The Gilded Age" are coming back, and "We Were Liars," "Hell Motel" and "Stick" debut. This 'Buena Vista Social Club' Star Knows She's Intimidating Natalie Venetia Belcon insists she's not as regal as the Cuban musician she plays, but she's worked hard to make you think otherwise. These Fans Love 'Pride & Prejudice' a Billion Times Over The soundtrack for Joe Wright's film adaptation of the Austen novel has long been a hit. At a 20th-anniversary ball, people got to hear it live. See more arts news New York How the N.Y.C. Mayoral Candidates Plan to Solve the Housing Crisis The candidates' ambitious plans could bring hundreds of thousands of new homes to a city desperate for them, though many are light on details about how they'd pay for them. The Business Interests Bankrolling Andrew Cuomo's Run for Mayor A super PAC supporting Mr. Cuomo has raised $10 million from business leaders and special interest groups that could benefit from his victory. 'I Thought to Myself: I'm Not Going to Rush This Time' A pink push across the street, a kind of compliment on the Q and more reader tales of New York City in this week's Metropolitan Diary. See more New York news Science F.D.A. Updates Recall of Tomatoes, Warning of a High Risk of Illness or Death The recall of tomatoes distributed in three southern states was upgraded to the most severe warning the agency issues. Drug-Defying Breast Cancers Spotted Early in Blood Test Study A clinical trial found that women could switch drugs without waiting for scans showing cancer progression, which improved their quality of life. Hurricane Season Is Starting. Here's Everything to Know. Sunday marks the official start of the Atlantic hurricane season. See more science news Obituaries Stanley Fischer, Who Helped Defuse Financial Crises, Dies at 81 He was the No. 2 at the Federal Reserve and the I.M.F. during periods of economic turmoil, and he mentored future economic leaders, like Ben Bernanke. Guy Klucevsek, Multi-Genre Accordion Virtuoso, Is Dead at 78 He elevated his instrument's often-maligned reputation with deft musicianship, and by writing and commissioning a wide range of music. Al Foster, Master of the Jazz Drums, Is Dead at 82 He was probably best known for his long tenure with Miles Davis, who praised his ability to "keep the groove going forever." See more Obituaries Opinion Guest Essay Is This the Beginning of the End of America's National Parks? Budget cuts proposed for next year would be catastrophic. Guest Essay Don't Let Trump's Brutality Fool You. The Internationalization of American Schools Is a Real Issue. It's complicated. Guest Essay Keep Your Laws Off My Doughnuts With junk food on the endangered list, I grabbed a chance to journey back to my youth in a Wonder Bread time machine. Guest Essay The Cerebral, Bach-Loving Patrician Who Wrote Trump's Playbook William F. Buckley Jr. was also a revolutionary. See more Opinion If you received this newsletter from someone else, subscribe here. Need help? Review our newsletter help page or contact us for assistance. You received this email because you signed up for Today's Headlines from The New York Times. To stop receiving Today's Headlines, unsubscribe. To opt out of other promotional emails from The Times, including those regarding The Athletic, manage your email settings. 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