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“Irma Live Updates: Storm Pushes North, but Millions Are Without Power in Florida” plus 35 more NYT

“Irma Live Updates: Storm Pushes North, but Millions Are Without Power in Florida” plus 35 more NYT

Irma Live Updates: Storm Pushes North, but Millions Are Without Power in Florida

Posted: 11 Sep 2017 03:27 PM PDT

After days of frantic preparation, Floridians awoke Monday to destruction that fell short of the direst forecasts, but still faced life-altering damage.

The Monster Surge That Wasn’t: Why Irma Caused Less Flooding Than Expected

Posted: 11 Sep 2017 02:39 PM PDT

The storm's track over land and other elements of meteorological luck meant that far less of Florida was underwater than had been projected.

In Florida, a Storm’s Fright Gives Way to a Blackout’s Hassles

Posted: 11 Sep 2017 12:52 PM PDT

In Hurricane Irma's wake, the most widely felt damage has been to the state's electricity system, with millions of customers left without power.

Hurricane Irma Batters Florida, Heading Toward Georgia

Posted: 10 Sep 2017 08:02 AM PDT

The storm hit South Florida on Sunday after leaving a path of destruction across the Caribbean.

Irma Swiftly Lays Claim to Florida’s Sea of Trees

Posted: 11 Sep 2017 03:05 PM PDT

Perhaps more than any building or home, it was the palms, and a host of other canopy trees, that took the full force of the storm.

Desperation Mounts in Caribbean Islands: ‘All the Food Is Gone’

Posted: 11 Sep 2017 08:04 AM PDT

Food and water were in short supply on many islands in the Caribbean after Hurricane Irma, and witnesses spoke of a disintegration of law and order.

Hurricane Irma Linked to Climate Change? For Some, a Very ‘Insensitive’ Question

Posted: 11 Sep 2017 10:28 AM PDT

Scientists are concerned that Trump administration officials are sidestepping questions about climate change after two major hurricanes.

Houstonians Adrift in Their City, Trying to Call Somewhere Home

Posted: 11 Sep 2017 02:00 AM PDT

After Hurricane Harvey, residents are in shelters, hotels, packed in with relatives, and on the sofas of friends. They face worry, exhaustion, mold.

Irma May Force Florida Insurers to Turn to Deeper Pockets

Posted: 11 Sep 2017 11:23 AM PDT

Big insurers pulled back after Hurricane Andrew, leaving coverage largely to smaller companies leaning on a state fund and on reinsurance policies.

Florida, Myanmar, Pope Francis: Your Monday Evening Briefing

Posted: 11 Sep 2017 03:45 PM PDT

Here's what you need to know at the end of the day.

Asia and Australia Edition: Rohingya, Irma, North Korea: Your Tuesday Briefing

Posted: 11 Sep 2017 03:24 PM PDT

Here's what you need to know to start your day.

After U.S. Compromise, Security Council Strengthens North Korea Sanctions

Posted: 11 Sep 2017 03:21 PM PDT

The Security Council adopted a compromise measure that sets a modest cap on oil exports to North Korea, far weaker than what the United States had sought.

In Free-Range Trump, Many See Potential for a Third Party

Posted: 11 Sep 2017 02:00 AM PDT

Many Republicans believe President Trump may have made it inevitable that the G.O.P. will rupture and spawn a third party.

Bannon Calls Comey Firing the Biggest Mistake in ‘Modern Political History’

Posted: 10 Sep 2017 07:13 PM PDT

Stephen K. Bannon, President Trump's former chief strategist, spared few from criticism in a new interview, going after Republicans, former colleagues and the media.

Mexico Mourns After Quake: ‘We Have No Idea How We Are Going to Rebuild’

Posted: 10 Sep 2017 10:39 PM PDT

With the death toll of Mexico's strongest earthquake in living memory reaching 90, and further aftershocks, rescue workers began to assess the damage.

Taxi Medallions, Once a Safe Investment, Now Drag Owners Into Debt

Posted: 10 Sep 2017 04:00 PM PDT

Some taxi owners say they cannot hold on much longer as they lose riders and fares to Uber and other rivals, and their taxi medallions plummet in value.

Robots and Humans Team Up at Amazon

Posted: 10 Sep 2017 02:33 PM PDT

Amazon's warehouses, which now employ more than 125,000 people across the United States, are being outfitted with the latest in robots and tech, but not at the expense of human jobs.

As Amazon Pushes Forward With Robots, Workers Find New Roles

Posted: 10 Sep 2017 02:33 PM PDT

Amazon is on the forefront of automation, finding new ways of getting robots to do the work once handled by human employees.

Road Trip: On the Path of Chuck Berry’s ‘Promised Land,’ Five Decades On

Posted: 11 Sep 2017 08:49 AM PDT

The musician's 1964 hit chronicles the African-American experience in the 20th century. We followed Mr. Berry's lyrical route to see what had changed.

China’s Currency Rebounds as Economic Optimism Returns

Posted: 11 Sep 2017 03:22 PM PDT

Though the country faces long-term problems, like soaring debt, the government's recent moves have reassured investors that it can stave off crises.

Decades After Alcohol Ban, Iran Admits It Has a Problem

Posted: 11 Sep 2017 12:58 PM PDT

Drinking remains a crime, but Alcoholics Anonymous is flourishing and dozens of private and government clinics have opened alcohol rehabilitation centers.

Nonfiction: In Praise of the Black Men and Women Who Built Detroit

Posted: 07 Sep 2017 08:20 AM PDT

In "Black Detroit," Herb Boyd celebrates the city's rich history through its unsung heroes.

What Does It Cost to Create a Cancer Drug? Less Than You’d Think

Posted: 11 Sep 2017 10:32 AM PDT

A new study suggests that biotech companies are spending far less than believed on research and development for approved drugs, despite rising prices.

Justice Kennedy’s Order Temporarily Leaves in Place Trump Travel Ban on Refugees

Posted: 11 Sep 2017 11:53 AM PDT

Justice Kennedy issued an administrative stay in the travel ban case, temporarily blocking an appeals court ruling on refugees.

Trump Commemorates Sept. 11 Attacks With Vow to Conquer ‘Evil’

Posted: 11 Sep 2017 02:53 PM PDT

President Trump commemorated the anniversary of the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks with a vow to conquer evil and to keep the nation safe.

Rohingya Crisis in Myanmar Is ‘Ethnic Cleansing,’ U.N. Rights Chief Says

Posted: 11 Sep 2017 01:32 PM PDT

The security campaign that has led more than 300,000 people to flee to Bangladesh is in clear violation of international law, Zeid Ra'ad al-Hussein said.

Seven People Found Shot to Death at Home in Dallas Suburb

Posted: 10 Sep 2017 08:52 PM PDT

A police officer shot and killed a gunman in Plano, Tex., after responding to reports of shots being fired inside a residence.

Sidebar: An Exit Interview With Richard Posner, Judicial Provocateur

Posted: 11 Sep 2017 02:00 AM PDT

Retiring abruptly after 35 years on the bench, Judge Richard A. Posner says he will devote himself to helping people who cannot afford lawyers.

New Study Favors Fat Over Carbs

Posted: 11 Sep 2017 11:39 AM PDT

Researchers found that people who ate higher amounts of carbohydrates had a higher risk of dying than those who ate more fats.

The Breakdown: Girls in Western Australia Gain Right to Wear Pants and Shorts to School

Posted: 11 Sep 2017 02:28 PM PDT

Public schools in Australia have often mandated that girls wear skirts, which can inhibit physical activity. Complaints about the policy have renewed momentum.

Mass Trial Over Turkey’s Coup Plot Becomes an Arena of Emotion

Posted: 10 Sep 2017 05:01 PM PDT

Nearly 500 servicemen and civilians are on trial, accused of planning last year's bloody coup attempt, a proceeding that has stirred deep passions.

Isolated Amazon Tribe Members Are Reported Killed in Brazil

Posted: 11 Sep 2017 03:18 PM PDT

Investigators are looking into reports that around 10 tribe members died when they were set upon by gold miners.

Construction Cranes in Miami Become Multi-Ton Threats During Irma

Posted: 10 Sep 2017 04:51 PM PDT

The arms of at least two cranes collapsed on Sunday after city officials said it was impossible to move them in time for the hurricane.

A ‘Battle of the Sexes’ Rages On, More Than 4 Decades Later

Posted: 08 Sep 2017 07:00 AM PDT

Filmmakers thought their recreation of this 1973 media circus of a tennis match would be unfathomable to today's audiences. They were mistaken.

Ties: The Anniversary Malady

Posted: 08 Sep 2017 03:00 AM PDT

In the year after my husband died, every memory triggered flashbacks: Blackberry ice cream. A song on the radio. The angle of sunlight.

Fashion Review: Rihanna and the Fashion X Games

Posted: 11 Sep 2017 05:33 AM PDT

The Fenty collection roared back into New York, Diane Von Furstenberg embraced the fringe and Opening Ceremony took a dance break.