The Trump World Order
In the MAGA vision of the national interest, might will make right.
Global
Trump Hands the World to China
Xi Jinping could only have dreamed of such rapid destruction of American power.
America Opens the Door to Its Adversaries
U.S. foes will find plenty of opportunities in the chaos engulfing Washington.
Photos of the Week: Eagle Fight, Moon Dog, Ice Castles
Slime-covered capybaras in Argentina, a chaotic fireworks festival in Taiwan, the day of the patron saint of beekeepers in Bulgaria, a Buddhist prayer ceremony in Thailand, and much more
Trump Is Remaking the World in His Image
If the president gets his way, the strong, not international lawyers, will write the rules.
Listen Closely to What Hegseth Is Saying
The defense secretary is signaling a major shift.
Night on Earth, Seen From Orbit
Recent images from the Earth’s night side, seen from the International Space Station
Elon Musk Is Breaking the National-Security System
DOGE’s takeover of federal agencies is a counterintelligence crisis.
At USAID, I Prioritized the Wrong Argument
As Republicans seek to demolish the agency, its defenders should appeal to a higher principle than self-interest.
Photos of the Week: Mandarin Duck, Groundhog Day, Llama Race
Hot summer weather in Brazil, snowboarding in Colorado, protests against President Donald Trump and Elon Musk in several states, and much more