Thursday, February 16, 2023

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Moscow's Military Capabilities Are in Question After Disastrous Battle

Russia's failed attack on Vuhledar, viewed as the beginning of an expected offensive, renewed doubts of its ability to sustain a large-scale ground assault.

5 MIN READ

The Race Is On to Rebuild Ukraine

Companies from around the world are jockeying for advantage in what could be a multibillion-dollar effort.

5 MIN READ

Daily Briefing: War in Ukraine

• Russia uses balloons and missiles in an effort to outwit Ukraine's air defenses.

• Some Russian assault units suffered up to 80 percent losses in the east, Ukraine says.

Ukrainian soldier with an anti-tank weapon
Ukrainian soldier with an anti-tank weapon

Moscow's Military Capabilities Are in Question After Disastrous Battle

Russia's failed attack on Vuhledar, viewed as the beginning of an expected offensive, renewed doubts of its ability to sustain a large-scale ground assault.

5 MIN READ

The Race Is On to Rebuild Ukraine

Companies from around the world are jockeying for advantage in what could be a multibillion-dollar effort.

5 MIN READ

Daily Briefing: War in Ukraine

• Russia uses balloons and missiles in an effort to outwit Ukraine's air defenses.

• Some Russian assault units suffered up to 80 percent losses in the east, Ukraine says.

A Talk With Bing's Chatbot Left Our Columnist 'Deeply Unsettled, Even Frightened'

Kevin Roose writes that in its current form, the A.I. that has been built into Bing is not ready for human contact. Or maybe humans are not read for it.

7 MIN READ

"I want to be alive. O". Read a transcript of Kevin Roose's conversation with the chatbot.

10+ MIN READ
A computer on a desk
A statue in Madrid

36 Hours in Madrid

A renovated plaza, new hotels and major art exhibitions celebrating Pablo Picasso are just a few more reasons to revisit the Spanish capital.

Italian ravioli on a plate

Our restaurant critic dines at Jupiter, an Italian newcomer.

5 MIN READ
A green houseplant

Choosing a houseplant? Durable doesn't have to mean boring.

6 MIN READ

Opinion

Charles M. Blow

The 'Wicked Wisdom' of Ron DeSantis

6 MIN READ
A green houseplant
Pamela Paul

In Defense of J.K. Rowling

8 MIN READ
A green houseplant