These N.B.A. Players Have Flown Under the Radar. They Won’t for Much Longer.

Do People in ‘Blue Zones’ Really Live Longer?

The premise is catchy, but some think it’s based on faulty data.

Top stories - The New York Times - October 24

The Washington Post ends backing presidential candidates as paper says Bezos axed Harris endorsement

The Washington Post's editorial board will not make a presidential endorsement this year or "in any future presidential election," the newspaper's publisher and chief executive announced Friday.

Pub garden smoking ban dropped from government plans

The Health Secretary said he didn't want to cause further harm to the hospitality industry in England.

Investors are bracing for higher-for-even-longer interest rates

Friday’s stronger-than-expected economic data, combined with fresh remarks from Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell on Thursday, were adding up to a shift in market participants’ thinking about ...

Business - MarketWatch - 7 hours ago

Body of Scottish independence champion Alex Salmond flown home from North Macedonia

The body of former Scottish First Minister Alex Salmond has been brought back to Scotland on a private jet, six days after the politician died suddenly in North Macedonia

World - ABC News - October 18

‘Pod Save America’ Won’t Quit

The hosts of the political podcast have outlasted the wave of anti-Trump #Resistance that made it popular. That’s where things get complicated.

Lifestyle - The New York Times - October 17

The N.B.A. Season Begins Tonight. Here Are Some Bold Predictions.

Will the Boston Celtics repeat as N.B.A. champions? A columnist for The Athletic is predicting another title.

Sports - The New York Times - October 22

LeBron and Bronny James Take the Court as Lakers Teammates in an N.B.A. First

The two became the first father-son duo to play in a regular season together, as M.L.B.’s Ken Griffey Sr. and Jr. watched on.

Sports - The New York Times - October 23

The N.B.A.’s Newest Stadium Has a Seating Arrangement Unlike Any Other

“The Wall!” is a 4,500 seat area at the Intuit Dome, a steep section full of just Clippers fans.

Sports - The New York Times - October 25

Five Teams Look Like N.B.A. Title Contenders This Season

The Celtics are strong candidates to repeat as championships, a columnist for The Athletic writes.

Sports - The New York Times - October 30

Joel Embiid Deserved His Suspension. But the N.B.A. Didn’t Fix the Problem.

The best way for the 76ers’ star player to get out of his funk is to be healthy and stay healthy, a columnist for The Athletic writes.

Sports - The New York Times - November 6

Golden State’s Dynasty Ended, but the N.B.A. Powerhouse Is Building Again

The star Stephen Curry scored more than 30 points for the first time this season as his team improved to 7-1.

Sports - The New York Times - November 7

Ranking the Best and Worst of the N.B.A.’s 30 New Court Designs

With vibrant colors and unique details, the Los Angeles Lakers have a court that represents the gold standard, a columnist for The Athletic writes.

Sports - The New York Times - 3 days ago

Seattle Has Been Without an N.B.A. Team for 16 Years. Could the League Return?

Ever since the Sonics left in 2008, Seattle has been waiting for another franchise. There’s an overriding sentiment that now is the time.

Sports - The New York Times - 11 hours ago

In Gaza, Sinwar’s Death Alone Won’t Secure the Peace

Even with Sinwar gone, I’m doubtful Hamas will fold or that Israel will easily embrace Biden’s ideas for a peace deal.

Top stories - The New York Times - October 19

Washington Post Says It Won’t Endorse a Presidential Candidate

The decision was made by Jeff Bezos, the paper’s owner, according to a person with knowledge of the talks. Will Lewis, the chief executive, said the paper was “returning to our roots” of not making ...

Business - The New York Times - October 25