Guardian Confirms Sale of The Observer to Tortoise Media

The Guardian Media Group said it had struck a deal to sell The Observer to Tortoise Media, shortly after a 48-hour strike by journalists had ended.

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Was Brian Thompson’s Killer a Hit Man? Unlikely, Experts Say

The murder of Brian Thompson did not appear to have been committed by a coldly calculating professional, according to people who study criminal behavior.

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Why Wouldn’t ChatGPT Say ‘David Mayer’?

A bizarre saga in which users noticed the chatbot refused to say “David Mayer” raised questions about privacy and A.I., with few clear answers.

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Trump Defends His Imperiled Pick for Defense Secretary, Pete Hegseth

The post amounted to a public dare to Republican senators, a number of whom have expressed private concerns about Mr. Hegseth, to vote against Mr. Trump’s wishes.

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Romanian Court Annuls Presidential Election

The decision came days after the government asserted it had found an online campaign that promoted a little-known ultranationalist candidate, who emerged as a front-runner in the vote.

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Canada Moves to Protect Arctic From Threats by Russia and China

Ottawa says its focus on the Arctic comes after Russia’s invasion of Ukraine “has shaken the foundations” of international cooperation in the northern region.

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Syrian Rebels Push South, Despite Efforts to Slow Them

Government forces are said to be sending more troops to reinforce their most crucial strongholds, including Damascus, the capital, and the major city of Homs.

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As Trump Threatens Tariffs, Europe and South America Strengthen Ties

The European Union and five South American countries have reached an agreement to establish one of the largest trade zones in the world.

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How Plants Can Improve Your Health

You don’t need a green thumb to reap the benefits.

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When They Hear Plants Cry, Moths Make a Decision

A new study suggests that the insects rely on the sounds made by distressed vegetation to guide important reproductive choices.

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