For You: A ‘Miracle’: Plane Erupts in Flames Landing in Tokyo, but All Aboard Survive

Plus, Death Toll Rises to at Least 55 After Powerful Earthquake in Japan

January 3, 2024 NEWS YOU MAY HAVE MISSED Death Toll Rises to at Least 55 After Powerful Earthquake in Japan The Twin Fronts in the Battle Over Israel's Identity India Is Chasing China's Economy. But Something Is Holding It Back. LaPierre, Longtime N.R.A. Leader, Faces Trial That Could End His Reign What We're Watching in 2024 Go to homepage GUEST ESSAYS FROM OPINION Adam Grant That Numbness You're Feeling? There's a Word for It. Feeling other people's pain is not the best way to help them — or yourself. Debbie Dingell Debbie Dingell: How to Stand Up to Trump The only way to deal with a bully is to consistently call out their inexcusable behavior and defend those they target. Tom Zoellner Don't Flee the American Southwest Just Yet The era of shrinking water resources and rising temperatures will undoubtedly test Southwestern states, but it's a question of how we adapt, not whether we survive. Steve Inskeep What Nikki Haley Didn't Say Questions about the Civil War seemed to trip up the Republican candidate for president. Elizabeth Spiers The End of Snow The phrase "wintry mix" fills me with despair. But even so, the lack of cold and ice in 2023 felt unsettling. Tomorrow: From Personal Profiles Every day we'll feature stories from a different section. Check back daily. MORE TO DISCOVER A 'Miracle': Plane Erupts in Flames Landing in Tokyo, but All Aboard Survive Japan Airlines said all 367 passengers and 12 crew members had safely, evacuated the jet. But five crew members on a Japanese Coast Guard plane that collided with it were killed. The People Who Brought You Travis Kelce A plan was hatched to make the football player "as famous as the Rock." It began long before you might guess. Harvard President Resigns After Mounting Plagiarism Accusations Claudine Gay faced backlash over the university's response to antisemitism on campus, which led to increased scrutiny of her academic record. Britain's Economy Is 'Not Working.' Here Are 2 Key Reasons. The power grid can't keep up with demand for connections, and local planning authorities can block new construction for years. Overcoming these roadblocks has gained essential support. A Stunning Eclipse, a Moon Race and Other Space Events in 2024 In April, people across North America will be able to gaze at a stunning total eclipse. And astronauts may get closer to that promised moon landing. 'As I Got to the Front of the Line, a Man Approached Me From Behind' A quick stop at the post office, a bright spot in the sky and more reader tales of New York City in this week's Metropolitan Diary. Colorado Mother Accused of Murdering 2 of Her Children Is Arrested in London Kimberlee Singler was taken into custody on Saturday, days after the authorities in Colorado issued a warrant for her arrest. Queen Margrethe II of Denmark to Step Down Margrethe, the longest-serving monarch in Europe, announced during her New Year's speech that she would abdicate her throne in January. Her eldest son, Crown Prince Frederik, will succeed her. TAKE A BREAK, PLAY A GAME The Mini Crossword Solve this bite-sized puzzle in just a few minutes. Spelling Bee How many words can you make with 7 letters? Wordle Guess the 5-letter word with 6 chances. See all our games To stop receiving these emails, unsubscribe or manage your email preferences. Subscribe to the Times   |   Get the NYT app Change Your Email   |   Privacy Policy   |   Contact   |   Advertise   |   California Notices The New York Times Company 620 Eighth Avenue New York, NY 10018