A dark musical about a shipwreck and its aftermath, with songs by the Avett Brothers, anchors on Broadway.

‘Swept Away’ Review: Lost at Sea, How Far Would You Sink?

The New York region is unlikely to ever have as many brush fires as out West. But residents need to be ready for more droughts.

Is the Northeast Entering Its Wildfire Era?

The film, whose cinematographer, Halyna Hutchins, was killed in a shooting on the set, was screened at a festival devoted to cinematography.

Alec Baldwin’s ‘Rust,’ Marked by Tragedy, Holds Premiere in Poland

Now that New York City and surrounding counties are under a drought warning, officials are asking residents to save water and help prevent more wildfires.

The N.Y.C. Region Is Dry and on Fire. Here’s How to Help.

Trying to avoid antitrust suits, Google systematically told employees to destroy messages, avoid certain words and copy the lawyers as often as possible.

How Google Spent 15 Years Creating a Culture of Concealment

In Israel, the military is now offering to preserve the sperm of soldiers killed in war. Parents and widows are struggling with the decision.

Grieving Parents Ask: Should They Freeze Their Dead Son’s Sperm?

His vulnerable performance in “Queer” may surprise fans of the former Bond star, but it’s a return to the sexually daring films he used to make.

The Reintroduction of Daniel Craig

On her new LP, “Daughter of a Temple,” Ganavya is the central vocalist, composer and community builder for 30 artists who constitute a who’s who in jazz and experimental music.

The Singer Whose Work Feels Like Prayer

Overextended Ukrainian forces lack manpower and artillery against Russian forces willing to absorb staggering casualties.

Russia Intensifies Assaults on an Exhausted Ukraine

Kamala Harris left Donald J. Trump’s anti-transgender attack ads largely unanswered. Some Democrats call it political malpractice.

Harris Loss Has Democrats Fighting Over How to Talk About Transgender Rights

Some fans who have attended early screenings of the film adaptation of the hit Broadway musical have treated it as a singalong. Not everyone is thrilled.

‘Wicked’ Fans Singing in Movie Theaters Are Anything but Popular

The new publicly traded company is set to debut next year, with a bundle of channels that also includes Oxygen, E! and Syfy.

Comcast to Spin Off Cable Networks, Including MSNBC and CNBC

The retailer’s downbeat earnings report, which included lower profit and larger inventory, fell far short of Wall Street’s expectations.

Target’s Stock Plunges 21% on Weak Sales Ahead of Holiday Season

A document prepared by federal investigators bolsters claims by women who say they were hired for sex by Matt Gaetz, President-elect Donald J. Trump’s choice for attorney general, who denies wrongdoing.

Federal Inquiry Traced Payments From Gaetz to Women

Quotation of the Day for Wednesday, November 20, 2024.

Quote of the Day: To Keep South Carolina On Top, Dawn Staley Had to Change

A good card takes some work, and there are a few basic rules to follow in order to make the process faster, easier and more efficient.

Yes, It Is Time to Start Planning Your Holiday Cards

The Hulu series unfolds in a Chinatown that “is both physical and psychological,” said Charles Yu, the creator. Here’s a look at how four key settings bring the story to life.

In ‘Interior Chinatown,’ the Sets Have Main Character Energy

The walkout in France is the latest development in a simmering trade war between Europe and China.

Hennessy Workers Strike Over Plans to Bottle Cognac in China

Readers had questions about individual retirement accounts, distributions and access to brokerage accounts if they moved away from the U.S. Here are some answers.

How Retirement Rules Might (or Might Not) Change Under Trump

Mr. Wang is the last close colleague of the FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried to be sentenced for the fraud that caused the crypto exchange to collapse in 2022.

Gary Wang, a Top FTX Executive, Is Given No Prison Time

The country has grown increasingly polarized, but families can still find their way back together.

How to Keep Politics From Ruining Your Holiday

In three concerts at Carnegie Hall led by Kirill Petrenko, this orchestra played with awe-inspiring force and finesse.

The Berlin Philharmonic Is the Best in the Business

Mr. Hwang was convicted in July for his role in the collapse of his investment firm that caused roughly $10 billion in losses for several Wall Street banks.

Archegos Founder Bill Hwang Is Sentenced to 18 Years

Lahore comes alive at night. But this year’s record onslaught of cold-weather smog — residents call it the “fifth season” — has broken its rhythms.

Bad Air Chokes the Life Out of a Vibrant Pakistani City

Box-office sales, discount booths, same-day rush: Here’s everything you need to know about nabbing seats to plays and musicals in Manhattan.

November 20, 2024

Headlines from November 20, 2024

‘Swept Away’ Review: Lost at Sea, How Far Would You Sink?

Is the Northeast Entering Its Wildfire Era?

Alec Baldwin’s ‘Rust,’ Marked by Tragedy, Holds Premiere in Poland

The N.Y.C. Region Is Dry and on Fire. Here’s How to Help.

How Google Spent 15 Years Creating a Culture of Concealment

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CHROMAKOPIA

The Star Chapter: Sanctuary (EP)

Short n' Sweet

The Secret Of Us

Hit Me Hard And Soft

Historical Context for November 20, 2024