Test your knowledge of Alaska, The Last Frontier, with this quiz! Discover fascinating facts about its state symbols, unique ...

Nowhere is truly ‘safe’ from fallout and other consequences like contamination of food and water supplies and prolonged ...

Old maps of North America often included mysterious bodies of water that didn't exist, sparking curiosity and intrigue. One such example is the so-called "Sea" that appeared on several early maps, ...

Texas Republican efforts to redraw the state's congressional boundaries have kicked off a redistricting arms race.

The White House is focusing on redistricting efforts beyond Texas to help Republicans maintain control of the U.S. House in ...

News about United States, including commentary and archival articles published in The New York Times.

Europe is no longer asking if war with Russia is coming. It’s asking when. From Berlin to the Baltic Sea, policymakers are ...