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Tim Cook Will Step Down as Apple C.E.O.
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April 21, 2026, 4:30 a.m. Eastern time

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‘Immediate Results’ vs. ‘The Long Game’: The U.S. and Iran Face Off

As the United States and Iran make a second attempt at a deal, their negotiating styles are on a collision course.

Tim Cook Will Step Down as Apple C.E.O.

The longtime leader of the iPhone maker will be replaced by John Ternus, the company’s head of hardware engineering.

Labor Secretary Steps Down Amid Internal Investigation

Lori Chavez-DeRemer was facing multiple scandals and an internal inquiry into charges of misconduct.

World

Gunman Kills Canadian Tourist and Wounds Several Others at Mexican Pyramids

A gunman opened fire at the Teotihuacán archaeological site outside Mexico City before killing himself, the authorities said. Six Americans were among those injured, including two from gunshots.

Japan to Sell More Weapons Abroad, Breaking With Postwar Pacifism

Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi reversed limits on arms exports as Japan faces rising threats from China and unpredictability from its main ally, the United States.

London Braces for Disruption From Tube Drivers’ Strike

The dispute over working conditions and hours is expected to cause widespread delays, stopping service on two lines.

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U.S.

The Night the Government Closed the Skies Over El Paso

A high-energy laser weapon and a power struggle between federal agencies brought a night of hassles to the city.

Louisiana Killer’s Threats to Himself and Others Hinted at Future Violence

Shamar Elkins had been suffering severe mental health problems, his family said. His deadly rampage, which killed eight children, has profoundly scarred a community facing rising domestic violence.

D4vd Charged With Murder of Girl Whose Remains Were Found in His Car

The singer is accused of sexually abusing Celeste Rivas Hernandez before killing the teenager with a sharp weapon and mutilating her body. He has pleaded not guilty.

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Politics

How the California Governor’s Race Is Changing Post-Swalwell

Xavier Becerra, who once struggled to gain traction, has found growing support after Eric Swalwell left the race amid sexual harassment allegations.

Why a Democratic Senate, Once Unthinkable, Is a Real Possibility

Helped by a favorable national environment and strong candidate recruitment, Democrats are tied or ahead in four Republican-held seats, polls show.

Democrats Once Loathed Gerrymandering. Now They’re Pushing for It.

The party is seeking an extra edge in Virginia at a time when its thinking has changed on the partisan drawing of political maps — in large part, leaders say, because of President Trump’s tactics.

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Business

F.B.I. Director Sues The Atlantic Over Article Claiming Excessive Drinking

Mr. Patel accused the publication of defamation, asking for $250 million in damages. A spokeswoman for The Atlantic called the suit “meritless.”

Second Jury Finds Uber Responsible for Sexual Assault by a Driver

The ride-hailing giant has now lost the first two of more than 3,000 pending federal lawsuits.

The Onion Has a New Plan to Take Over Infowars

A new deal, which would allow The Onion to use the Infowars name and website address, must be approved by a Texas judge.

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Technology

Amazon Plans to Invest Up to $25 Billion in Anthropic

Anthropic also committed to spending $100 billion on Amazon technologies that can help build and deploy A.I. systems.

Apple C.E.O.s Through the Years: From Michael Scott (Not That One) to John Ternus

Apple’s corner office has been a seat from which executives like Steve Jobs changed how we interact with technology.

California Accuses Amazon of Price Fixing in Legal Filing

The state claimed the e-commerce giant pressured brands like Levi’s and Hanes to ask competing retailers to raise prices on certain products.

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New York

Gilgo Beach Killer Told His Wife That He Murdered 7 Women in Their Home

Rex Heuermann, who pleaded guilty to murdering eight women, told his wife that he killed seven of the victims in a downstairs room in their Long Island home, she said in a Peacock documentary.

Gotti Grandson Is Sentenced to 15 Months for Covid Relief Fraud

Carmine G. Agnello Jr. had pleaded guilty to fraudulently collecting more than $1 million in small-business loans, some of which he invested in cryptocurrency.

A Day in the Life of New York City’s Young Chess Stars

Children from New York schools are consistently winning national chess championships, and programs dedicated to teaching young people the game are booming.

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Arts

To Play a Man With Tourette’s, He Swapped the Script for Real Life

Robert Aramayo immersed himself in John Davidson’s life to prepare for the movie “I Swear.” It earned Aramayo a BAFTA, but Davidson’s tics became the talking point.

The Poetry Challenge Day 2: What’s love got to do with it?

In short, everything. Today, learn the second stanza, which gives us the poem’s most memorable phrase: “Let the more loving one be me.” Practice this line, and the others, with help from our game.