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The I.R.S. said that churches could endorse candidates from the pulpit, a change in a longstanding interpretation of American nonprofit law. Elizabeth Dias, the national religion correspondent for The New York Times, describes how and why it happened.

Sean Combs, the hip-hop mogul who built a business empire around his personal brand, was convicted on Wednesday of transporting prostitutes to participate in his drug-fueled sex marathons, but acquitted of racketeering and sex trafficking, the most serious charges against him. Julia Jacobs, a New York Times culture reporter, explains the verdict.

What is Project Esther? Katie J.M. Baker, a national investigative correspondent for The New York Times, explores the Heritage Foundation’s plan to shut down pro-Palestinian activism, as well as actions taken by the Trump administration that appear to mirror its goals.

In some Illinois cities, shoplifting, calling 911 too many times or even being a victim of a crime can get you kicked out of your home. Sidnee King Pineda, who is reporting on housing laws in Illinois as part of The Times’s Local Investigations Fellowship, explains why.

“Anora” director Sean Baker tied with Walt Disney for most Oscars won in a single night, and the International Film category showcased a drastic flip in one-time favorite “Emilia Pérez.”

Taylor Swift endorsed Kamala Harris for president shortly after her fierce debate with former President Donald Trump on Tuesday. Writing on Instagram, where she has hundreds of millions of followers, Ms. Swift encouraged her fans to do their own research and to register to vote.

A federal judge on Monday dismissed in its entirety the classified documents case against former President Donald J. Trump, ruling that the appointment of the special counsel, Jack Smith, had violated the Constitution. The ruling by Judge Aileen M. Cannon, who was put on the bench by Mr. Trump, differed from previous court decisions reaching back to the Watergate era. Alan Feuer, a reporter for The New York Times who is covering federal criminal cases involving Mr. Trump, explains the ruling.

On at least 19 occasions since 2019, SpaceX’s operations have caused fires, leaks and explosions near its launch site in Boca Chica, Texas. These incidents reflect a broader debate over how to balance technological and economic progress against protections of delicate ecosystems and local communities. The New York Times investigative reporter Eric Lipton explains.

The U.S. once looked to offsite construction as an efficient way to build lots of housing and drive down costs. Sweden has embraced the idea and put it into practice. Francesca Mari, a contributor to The New York Times, breaks down the process.

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