The New York Times

1. Trump Says Kennedy Center Will Close for 2-Year Reconstruction Project

   The president’s announcement came after the center has been rocked by cancellations and boycotts by performers, contributors and audience members.

2. U.A.E. Firm Quietly Took Stake in the Trump Family’s Crypto Company

   The $500 million agreement raises new concerns about the propriety of the president negotiating foreign policy with his own business partners.

3. ‘Melania’ Arrives With Strong Box Office Showing for a Documentary

   Amazon backed up the Brink’s trucks for the vanity film, resulting in weekend ticket sales of about $7 million in North America, enough for third place.

4. Judge Who Ruled Against Trump Administration Cleared of Justice Dept. Complaint

   Trump allies have called for Judge James E. Boasberg to be investigated and impeached after decisions that questioned the administration’s respect for the rule of law.

5. Move Fast, but Obey the Rules: China’s Vision for Dominating A.I.

   Beijing wants to lead the world in developing cutting-edge artificial intelligence, but it also wants companies to adhere to an increasingly complex set of rules.