THE NEW YORK TIMES MAGAZINE – Dec. 14, 2025

In this Great Performers issue, some of the year's best actors show us how they conjure feelings on cue; Wesley Morris invents his own categories of awards; and more.

THE NEW YORK TIMES MAGAZINE: The 12.14.25 Issue features Great Performers issue, some of the year’s best actors show us how they conjure feelings on cue; Wesley Morris invents his own categories of awards; and more.

We Asked 10 of the Year’s Best Actors How They Conjure Feelings on Cue

Teyana Taylor, Liam Neeson, Rose Byrne and more of our best actors on how they summon the emotions that move us.

This Year’s Film Performances Were So Good, We Had To Invent New Awards

Best Acting in a Helmet, Best Nervous Breakdown, Craziest Charm—the film performances so good Wesley Morris had to invent his own categories. By Wesley Morris

Why Won’t Senators Stand Up to Trump? We Asked 3 Who Called It Quits.

BARRON’S MAGAZINE – DECEMBER 15, 2025

Hassett Says He Would Be Independent at the Fed. Some Who Know Him Worry.

BARRON’S MAGAZINE: The latest issue features ‘The Race Is On’ – Kevin Hassett may be the next Federal Reserve Chair. Some former colleagues are worried about his independence.

Kevin Hassett Says He Would Be Independent at the Fed. Some Who Know Him Worry.

Barron’s spoke with former colleagues of the leading candidate to replace Chair Jerome Powell.

How the Stock Market’s Rally Can Keep Going in 2026—and What to Buy Now

The economy is looking resilient and there are bargains below the AI surface. Where to invest in the new year.

Amazon and 9 More Stocks to Buy for 2026

Our 2025 picks trounced the market. Amazon and Visa are among our choices for next year.

3 Ways to Lower Your 2025 Tax Bill Before It’s Too Late

Time is running out to take advantage of tax breaks before year end. Here are some moves to make.

Put Some Eggs in This Stock’s Basket. It’s Time to Buy.

The company is producing record profits, with shares poised to appreciate by almost 20%.

The U.S. Economy Looks Stable for 2026—and You’ll Feel Better About It, Too

Economists expect GDP to benefit from numerous tailwinds, including lower interest rates, AI spending, and hefty tax refunds.

How Quantum Computing Could Put IBM Back on Top Again

Big Blue has been working on the next-gen technology for decades, and now has major breakthroughs in its sights. We get a look behind the scenes.

THE NEW YORK TIMES – SATURDAY, DEC. 13, 2025

Venezuela Oil Tanker Seized by U.S. Was Part of Effort to Finance Cuba

Firms with ties to Cuba are getting a larger share of Venezuelan oil exports, as the island’s security agents boost President Nicolás Maduro’s defenses.

Behind the Venezuelan Opposition Leader’s Daring Escape to Oslo

An American firm with experience in special operations spirited María Corina Machado out of the country in a secretive land, sea and air operation.

In Trump’s Justice Dept., Failing in Court Might Be Better Than Bucking the Boss

Thursday demonstrated an emerging reality for President Trump: Commanding the Justice Department is not the same as controlling the justice system.

Biden Has Raised Little of What He Needs to Build a Presidential Library

Former President Biden’s library foundation has told the I.R.S. that it expects to bring in $11.3 million — not enough for a traditional presidential library.