Today's Headlines: Live Updates: Israel Conducts New Strikes on Tehran and Trump Calls for Iran’s ‘Unconditional Surrender’

House Policy Bill Would Add $3.4 Trillion to Debt, Swamping Economic Gains

View in browser June 18, 2025, 4:10 a.m. Eastern time Top News Live Updates: Israel Conducts New Strikes on Tehran and Trump Calls for Iran's 'Unconditional Surrender' Evidence continued to grow that the United States was considering joining Israel's bombing campaign. Israel's latest attacks followed two rounds of Iranian missiles fired into Israel. House Policy Bill Would Add $3.4 Trillion to Debt, Swamping Economic Gains The updated findings from the Congressional Budget Office amounted to the latest dour report card for the president's signature legislation. Brad Lander Is Arrested by ICE Agents at Immigration Courthouse Mr. Lander, the New York City comptroller and a candidate for mayor, was handcuffed as he tried to steer a man past Immigration and Customs Enforcement officers. Editors' Picks Who Really Invented Basketball? The 'Human Calculator' Thinks He Knows. The official story is that Dr. James Naismith invented basketball in Springfield, Mass., in 1891. But what about the teenager tossing cabbages in upstate New York a year earlier? Opinion | 'We're Taking a Leap of Faith.' 15 New Yorkers Assess the Candidates for Mayor. One candidate stood out as a clear top choice. World Despite Close Ties With Iran, Russia Stands Aside as Israel Attacks Analysts say the Kremlin is prioritizing its own war against Ukraine, as well as its relations with Gulf nations that don't want to see a stronger Iran. Lawmakers Vote to Decriminalize Abortions for Women in England and Wales The landmark decision will prevent women from being criminally prosecuted for ending their pregnancies. Humanitarian Aid Trickles Into Northern Gaza A convoy of trucks brought food parcels into the territory, where civilians are at risk of starvation and have been suffering worsening conditions, with such aid shipments rare in recent weeks. See more world news U.S. Bass Lifts Curfew in Downtown L.A. Mayor Karen Bass of Los Angeles ended a curfew that began last Tuesday when federal agents, local police officers and protesters clashed on the streets. Trump's Conflicting Messages on Workplace Raids Leave Businesses Reeling Trump officials insist the president is fully committed to mass deportation. But they have been careful not to directly contradict the president's attempt to offer a reprieve to certain businesses. Obama, Back in Public Eye, Offers a Careful Warning of a Democratic Slide He spoke about the risks of autocracy during an appearance on Tuesday night with the writer Heather Cox Richardson at a time of deep volatility for his party, the country and the world. See more U.S. news Politics How Trump Shifted on Iran Under Pressure From Israel President Trump spent the first months of his term holding back Israel's push for an assault on Iran's nuclear program. With the war underway, his posture has gyrated as he weighs sending in the U.S. military. Members of Congress Press for More Security After Minnesota Attacks A Capitol security official briefed senators on enhanced security precautions, and lawmakers in both parties said more funding was needed to protect themselves. Appeals Court Seems Inclined to Let Trump Control National Guard in L.A. for Now A three-judge panel sounded skeptical of California's arguments that President Trump should return control of National Guard troops to the state. See more political news Business The S&P 500 Is Nearing a Record. Really. Investors have seemingly shrugged off trade tensions and geopolitical turmoil, but the gains in the stock market don't tell the whole story. China Is Unleashing a New Export Shock on the World As President Trump's tariffs close off the U.S. market, Chinese goods are flooding countries from Southeast Asia to Europe to Latin America. Oil Prices Climb as Trump Calls for Iran's 'Surrender' They rose more than 4 percent as traders wondered if the United States would take a more active role in the conflict between Israel and Iran. See more business news Technology Lawmakers Demand Palantir Provide Information About U.S. Contracts Ten Democratic lawmakers sent a letter to the tech company this week asking about its expanding contracts under the Trump administration. It's Official: Streaming Is Now the King of TV In May, more Americans watched television on streaming than on cable and network television combined, Nielsen said. It is the first time that has happened over a full month. Trump to Again Extend TikTok's Reprieve From U.S. Ban The president plans to sign another executive order this week that would give the popular video app more time to change its ownership structure. See more technology news Arts Jurors at Sean Combs Trial See 'Freak-Off' Videos Chosen by the Defense Jurors were also shown how expenses related to the sexual encounters were paid for by the mogul's companies, as well as text and phone records surrounding a 2016 assault. The Fantasy of Breaching the Tech Bro's Retreat We cannot escape the influence of the technological elite — and now, in tales like 'Mountainhead" and "Careless People," we imagine that they cannot escape us. The Best TV Shows of 2025, So Far Returning hits like "Severance" and "The White Lotus" inspired plenty of chatter, but did they make our top TV list? See more arts news New York Bernie Sanders Endorses Zohran Mamdani for N.Y.C. Mayor Senator Bernie Sanders of Vermont backed Mr. Mamdani, joining Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez in endorsing the front-runner of progressives. Adams Bars Reporter From News Conferences for Being 'Disrespectful' After a contentious exchange, Mayor Eric Adams said, "Make sure security knows he's not allowed back into this room." They Said She Was Home-Schooled. She Said She Was Locked in a Dog Crate. A teenage girl fled her home last month after what she said was years of abuse. Prosecutors called what had happened to her "beyond heinous." See more New York news Food The Ever-Evolving Juneteenth Table As more and more people celebrate the holiday, some Black Americans are beginning to personalize the traditional menu. In an Era of Upheavals, Los Angeles Restaurants Are Banding Together Through Covid, protests, strikes and fires, the Independent Hospitality Coalition is helping local business navigate a volatile civic landscape. Five Quick, Kid-Friendly Vegetarian Dinners Crispy halloumi with tomatoes and white beans, sheet-pan bibimbap and gnocchi with hot and sweet peppers keep things interesting (and delicious). See more food news Science A Traveler Waits in the Stars for Those Willing to Learn How to Look A new book shows that the Northern Dene people of Alaska and Canada have known far more about the stars than an earlier generation of scientists were willing to acknowledge. Eight Arms to Taste Your Microbiome Scientists discovered that octopuses use their limbs to sample the microbiomes on the surfaces they touch. See more science news Magazine A.I. Might Take Your Job. Here Are 22 New Ones It Could Give You. In a few key areas, humans will be more essential than ever. A.I. Can Already See You in Ways You Can't See Yourself Some of the technology's most startling new abilities lie in its perception of humans. See more magazine news Real Estate Why You Should Wait to Renovate When it comes to home renovations, patience is the most practical virtue. Is There a Difference Between Architects, Designers and Decorators? The answer is a resounding 'Yes' in many instances, but exceptions can creep in based on professional education, geography and the scope of a project. See more real estate news Fashion & Style Why Is Everybody 'Crashing Out'? Adrenaline rising? Patience waning? Gen Z embraces a slang term for familiar feelings. FIFA Struts Off the Pitch and Onto the Catwalk Soccer's governing body is putting its name on a luxury fashion line. Would you buy it? See more fashion news Obituaries Alfred Brendel, Bravura Pianist Who Forged a Singular Path, Dies at 94 With little formal training but full of ideas, he focused on the core classical composers, winning over audiences (though not every critic) around the world. Walter Brueggemann, Theologian Who Argued for the Poor, Dies at 92 He used biblical exegesis to argue that faith demands justice, calling on churches to challenge oppression and uplift society's marginalized. Anne Burrell, Chef and Food Network Star, Dies at 55 Her distinctive hairstyle and swagger in the kitchen made her one of America's most recognizable Italian chefs. David Hekili Kenui Bell, an Actor in 'Lilo & Stitch,' Dies at 46 Mr. Bell's first role in a feature film was providing comic relief in the Disney hit. See more Obituaries Opinion The Ezra Klein Show Sarah McBride on Why the Left Lost on Trans Rights Representative Sarah McBride reckons with the trans rights movement's shortcomings, and how to win hearts and minds through a politics of grace. 1 HR 35 MIN LISTEN Guest Essay Could the Third Time Be the Charm on Impeachment and Removal? There are many legitimate reasons to try Trump a third time. Don't hold your breath. Guest Essay The Genius Act Will Bring Economic Chaos America's banking woes in the early 19th century illustrate what could happen if the Genius Act becomes law. Guest Essay What's In It for Iran to Still Make a Nuclear Deal Imagining how Iran could possibly come back to the table after being so brutally attacked is admittedly difficult, until you think about how bad its other options are. Guest Essay This Is What Makes Protests Successful Only nonviolence will beat Trump. letters Second Thoughts on Deportations (of Some) Readers respond to the Trump administration's pause on some deportation raids. Also: A former congressman writes about cannabis policy. 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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