Why the N.F.L. Booked Bad Bunny for the Super Bowl Halftime Show
League executives may be nervous about the Latin superstar’s outspoken stance on immigration, but their priority is attracting popular halftime performers.
Can AI Chatbots Write Emotionally Rich Romance Books?
The romance industry, always at the vanguard of technological change, is rapidly adapting to A.I. Not everyone is on board.
What to Know About Japan’s Economy on Election Day
Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi pushed through a record supplemental budget and is proposing tax cuts, raising questions about how the government will pay for it all.
MAGA’s Split Over Israel Extends to a Ship Attacked 58 Years Ago
The Israeli military killed 34 people on the U.S.S. Liberty in 1967. Whether it was an accident, as many historians believe, has become a litmus test within President Trump’s movement.
Two Volleyball Leagues Want to Be the Next W.N.B.A. Only One Can Win.
The race to create the next major women’s sport.
Feeling ‘Amateur’ at Retirement Planning, They Asked A.I. for Help
More people are turning to chatbots for advice, inquiring about high-stakes decisions such as saving for retirement — even if they eventually turn to a human.

