Main Takeaways From Pope Leo’s Encyclical on A.I.

In his letter, the first American pontiff called for putting care for humans at the heart of technological change.Pope Leo XIV speaks during the presentation of “Magnifica Humanitas,” his first encyclical, at the Vatican on Monday.

R Ruth Graham and Elizabeth Dias

Pope Leo Warns of Risks From A.I. in 42,300-Word Encyclical

The document marks a powerful foray by the leader of the Roman Catholic Church into the debate about the misuse or overuse of artificial intelligence.Pope Leo XIV at the presentation of his first encyclical letter, “Magnifica Humanitas,” at the Vatican on Monday. In it, he outlined his desire to pro

M Motoko Rich, Elisabetta Povoledo and Elizabeth Dias

What Are the Abraham Accords, Trump’s 2020 Mideast Deals?

The diplomatic agreements normalized relations between Israel and several Arab countries. Now, as part of the peace talks with Iran, Mr. Trump wants other states to join.Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of Israel, far left, and President Trump with the foreign ministers of Bahrain and the United Ar

V Vivian Nereim, Amelia Nierenberg and Tyler Pager

Absent Congressman Calls Allies, but Stops Short of Public Appearance

Republican officials said they have talked to Tom Kean Jr., who has been absent from Congress for weeks. His office said Mr. Kean will eventually explain his absence.Although Republican officials have now reported hearing his voice, Tom Kean Jr.’s whereabouts for now remain a mystery.

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After Defeat, Massie Opens Door to a 2028 Run. Which Office Is Unclear.

Representative Thomas Massie of Kentucky, a critic of President Trump who lost his primary last week, filed papers for another candidacy but said he was not sure which office he might seek.Representative Thomas Massie of Kentucky, who lost his primary last week, filed paperwork to run for office in

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At an LA Costco, Skateboarding and Learning About Loss

We’re all going to die. But first — just one more trick.At a time when people are lonely and disconnected, the Costco I skate at is a place where a bunch of 40- and 50-year-olds gather around low-stakes terrain, reconnecting.

C Conor Dougherty and Jake Michaels

Threat of Explosion From Toxic Chemical Tank Lessened, Officials Say

Evacuation orders remained in place for more than 40,000 residents around Garden Grove, Calif., the location of an industrial site containing an unstable tank of toxic chemical.An aerial view of water being sprayed onto a tank at GKN Aerospace in Garden Grove, Calif., on Saturday.

C Christina Morales and Shawn Hubler

Artificial Intelligence Floods Court Dockets with Home-Brewed Lawsuits

For years, courts have welcomed cases brought by self-represented litigants. Now those plaintiffs have A.I., and their filings are consuming more and more bandwidth.Donald Sauve works on stacks of legal documents as part of a pro se legal filing at a coffee shop in Mora, Minn.

M Mattathias Schwartz and Zach Montague

‘Bing Bong!’ The Knicks’ Watch Party Outside the Garden Is Dead.

The police say that celebrations outside of Madison Square Garden have gotten out of control. Fans and insiders say the chaos has been driven by social media influencers.Fans have been celebrating outside Madison Square Garden as the Knicks appear poised to reach the N.B.A. Finals. But the celebrati

J Jonah E. Bromwich, Chelsia Rose Marcius and Debra Kamin

Can Concrete Molds Revive Coral Reefs Ruined by Bombs and Climate Change?

In a devastated section of the Coral Triangle in the Pacific Ocean, a conservation group is trying to build an artificial reef.Robin Philippo, the managing director of the Tropical Research and Conservation Center, installing an artificial reef structure near Pom Pom Island in Malaysia.

Z Zunaira Saieed and Sirachai Arunrugstichai

UK Heat Wave Could Break May Temperature Record

Forecasters warned that temperatures could climb to the highest level ever recorded in the month of May, reaching 35 degrees Celsius (95 degrees Fahrenheit) in some areas of England.Beachgoers in Brighton, England, on Monday. The country is facing its first heat wave of the season.

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Summer’s Best Beach Reads

If you happen to be near a body of water (salt, fresh, chlorinated or otherwise), here are the books you’ll need.

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