Aurelia Butler

Beijing is using a ban on the humble mollusk to punish Japan over its apparent willingness to defend Taiwan. More

For Antarctic veterans and novices alike, the first sighting of an iceberg on an expedition stays “closest to your heart.” More

Topher Booth makes his New York Times Crossword debut. More

The New York Times started the tradition in 1907, and this year’s ball drop will be a reminder that The Times played a role in making New Year’s Eve what it is. More

Mr. Mamdani will become mayor of New York City on Thursday, carrying the hopes of the left, Muslims and younger voters as he looks to improve affordability. More

Zohran Mamdani, New York City’s first Muslim mayor, will use two family Qurans and one that belonged to the writer Arturo Schomburg at his two swearing-in ceremonies. More

In China, trafficking marijuana is punishable by death. But in the United States, it has become a lucrative sideline for some favored sons of the motherland. More

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