New York Times

• How to Define the ‘Reasonable’ in Reasonable Doubt

  “Beyond a reasonable doubt” is the highest burden of proof within the American legal system. Still, there is some wiggle room.

• A More Confident Iran Emerges After Six Months of War With the U.S.

  New intelligence reports have assessed that Iran now has a far better understanding of its capabilities and the limits of U.S. power.

• Yemen’s Houthis Push Toward Red Sea Strait as Ground Fighting Escalates

  The Houthis, an Iran-backed militia, appear to be trying to gain control of a port city near the Bab al-Mandab Strait, a key choke point for global trade.

• Israel Says It Is Cementing Its Foothold in Southern Lebanon

  The recent capture of a strategic ridge has further entrenched the Israeli occupation of Lebanese territory, as efforts to broker lasting peace have floundered.

• Robust Hiring Reinforces Strength of the U.S. Economy

  Employers added 162,000 jobs and unemployment held at 4.1 percent last month, signs of a stability that contrasted with high inflation weighing on households and markets.