Navy Carrier’s Problems Are Tied to Attacks on U.S. Base Early in War

Diego Garcia, a tiny island 2,200 miles from the Gulf of Oman, took over as the Navy’s logistics hub after Iran damaged a base in Bahrain.

Stock Trading by Lawmakers Becomes a Campaign Attack Line

Republican and Democratic challengers are both using the issue to attack members of Congress as unethical, seizing on a common practice that enrages voters.

Wary of Trump, Europe Seeks Role in Any Russia-Ukraine Talks

French, German and British diplomats are working on a format for future negotiations — even if Russia has shown little interest.

Entrenched, Embattled and Defiant, the Taliban Celebrate 5 Years in Power

The Taliban have Afghanistan in a chokehold that spares no one. But threats are starting to crack their veneer of stability and control.

Toll During One Week of Scorching Europe Heat: 16,000 Deaths

Deaths spiked in northwest Europe in June, where countries were unprepared for extreme heat that hit much of the continent.

Jason Arday, Cambridge Scholar Who Resigned Under Scrutiny, Is Found Dead

Mr. Arday resigned last week after the university announced an investigation into allegations of plagiarism and fabrication.

Justice Dept. Dismisses Threats Case in Minnesota Days Before Trial

The government said it could not prove that a man accused of threatening federal agents had committed a crime, adding to the scores of cases in the administration’s deportation efforts that have unraveled.

Mangione Admits Shooting Health Care Executive as He Pleads Guilty in Federal Court

Luigi Mangione said he stalked the executive, Brian Thompson, before killing him. “I shot Mr. Thompson,” he told the judge. His lawyers said they would argue that his plea means he cannot be tried for murder in state court.

6 Dead, Including Gunman, in Series of Shootings in Michigan, Police Say

The gunman, Chad Hickman, was found dead in a wooded area near Whitlock Lake in Caldwell Township, the authorities said. A motive for the shootings was not immediately known.

South Florida Venue Cancels Rally With a Pro-Palestinian Congresswoman

Representative Rashida Tlaib was supposed to headline an event called “Chomp the Oligarchy” for three candidates for Congress who face Jewish Democrats in Tuesday’s primary.

Trump Dismisses Reports About Dire Conditions Aboard U.S. Aircraft Carrier

Asked whether the deployment of the Abraham Lincoln had gone on too long, the president said its deployment had lasted “not nearly long enough.”

Here Are the Biggest Stock Traders in Congress

Some lawmakers and their families have traded millions of dollars worth of stocks since the start of this term.

Google Turns On Gemini A.I. for Students Using Its Classroom App

Google enabled A.I. features for K-12 schools that have allowed student access to Gemini. Until this week, Google automatically enabled Gemini in Classroom only for students 18 or older.

Fury at Health Insurers Persists After the Killing of a Company Executive

Higher premiums and rising medical bills have intensified Americans’ dissatisfaction with their medical coverage.

She Sewed the Blue Angels’ Suits for 40 Years. Then a Big Company Got the Job.

Jellie Whitehurst in Pensacola, Fla., was surprised to learn that after decades, the Navy had awarded a $1.7 million contract to a company in Virginia to supply the gear.

Man Charged With Hate Crime After Disrupting Worship at N.Y.C. Synagogue

Larry Montes, 46, faces assault and hate crime charges after striking a congregation member and a security guard at Central Synagogue in Manhattan, the police said.

Despite Mamdani’s Attempts to Appease, Many Business Leaders Remain Wary

The mayor’s attempt to create a business advisory council has been hampered by some concern that joining the council may be perceived as an endorsement of Mr. Mamdani.

Stray Voltage Played Role in Deadly Horse Carriage Runaway, Family Says

In legal filings, the parents of Romanch Mahajan, who died during a carriage ride, say stray electrical current was a factor in a horse’s getting spooked and running off.

‘Slayer Statute’ Blocks Nick Reiner From Trust Fund, Its Steward Says

Mr. Reiner wants access to a $1.6 million trust for his legal defense. Because he is accused of killing his parents, the trustee says he can’t have the money.

Parkinson’s Made Barenboim Step Back. But He’s on the Podium Again.

Daniel Barenboim is leading his orchestra of Arab and Israeli musicians on a European tour. His movements onstage were few, but often effective.

‘Lanterns’ Review: It’s Not Easy Being Green

HBO’s new Green Lantern series is the latest show in which being a superhero is no fun at all.

When Is It OK to Give Up on a Book? Our Readers Have Thoughts.

From carefree dabblers to book group die-hards, everyone, it seems, has an opinion. Just don’t tell them theirs is wrong.

Sleeping Beauties: 4 Picture Book