Deaths (Fatalities)

Bill Gates Explains His Plans to Close the Gates Foundation in 2045

In a wide-ranging interview, he explains his decision — amid the Trump administration’s assault on foreign aid — to accelerate the end of his giving.

By David Wallace-Wells

Deaths (Fatalities) Idaho National Parks, Monuments and Seashores Sports Utility Vehicles and Light Trucks Traffic Accidents and Safety Yellowstone National Park

7 Killed in Crash Involving a Tour Van and a Pickup Near Yellowstone

The crash in eastern Idaho killed six people in a van who had been part of a tour group, as well as the driver of a pickup truck, the State Police said.

By Michael Levenson

Deaths (Fatalities) Ellis, Sarah Kate Fires and Firefighters Homosexuality and Bisexuality Minneapolis (Minn) Minnesota Music Perry, Katy Pop and Rock Music Sobule, Jill

Jill Sobule, Singer Behind ‘I Kissed a Girl,’ Dead at 66

Ms. Sobule, 66, died Thursday morning in Woodbury, Minn., her publicist said. She had been scheduled to perform songs from her musical later in the week.

By Hank Sanders

Alaska Aviation Accidents, Safety and Disasters Deaths (Fatalities) Grand Canyon (Ariz) Hawaii Helicopters Law and Legislation New York City Pilots Transportation Travel and Vacations

How Safe Are Helicopter Sightseeing Tours?

The F.A.A. allows many of these popular flights to operate under less stringent rules than other commercial aviation, opening the door to dangers like pilot fatigue.

By Christine Chung