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Julia Zorthian
Zorthian is a reporter at TIME.
Recent Articles
How to Help Puerto Rico After Hurricane Fiona
The Category 3 storm left most island residents without power, water, or both
By Julia Zorthian
September 20, 2022
Why Biden Sat in the 14th Row Queen Elizabeth II's Funeral
President Joe Biden sat behind the president of Poland and ahead of the Czech Republic prime minister
By Julia Zorthian
September 19, 2022
The Significance of Harry & Meghan's Position at Queen Elizabeth II's Funeral
Despite the Duke and Duchess of Sussex's visibility, there were subtle references to their split from the royal family.
By Julia Zorthian
September 19, 2022
Queen Elizabeth II’s Funeral in Photos
It was the first time in history that cameras were allowed to record inside the funeral of a British monarch, capturing the impressive formalities and gravity of the day
By Photo editing by Eli Cohen and Text by Julia Zorthian
September 19, 2022
Here's the Full Schedule for Queen Elizabeth II's Funeral
Queen Elizabeth II's funeral at Westminster Abbey will be attended by world leaders, including President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden.
By Julia Zorthian
September 16, 2022
The Oak Fire Near Yosemite Is One of California's Most Unpredictable Blazes Yet
A fast-moving wildfire in near Yosemite National Park in the foothills of the Sierra Nevada mountains has engulfed nearly 19,000 acres. It was sparked July 22, and in just three days, it charred more than...
By Julia Zorthian and Kim Bubello
July 27, 2022
States Can't Ban Abortion Pills, U.S. Attorney General Says
On the heels of the Supreme Court decision that struck down the national right to abortion, Attorney General Merrick Garland issued a statement proclaiming that the Justice Department disagrees with the verdict. In addition to...
By Julia Zorthian
June 24, 2022
Clarence Thomas Signals Same-Sex Marriage and Contraception Rights at Risk
In his opinion concurring with the Supreme Court’s decision to overturn the constitutional right to abortion established in Roe v. Wade, Justice Clarence Thomas wrote that the high court should revisit all cases built on...
By Madeleine Carlisle and Julia Zorthian
June 24, 2022
Andrew Garfield on the World's 'Epidemic of Meaningless'
"There might be an epidemic of meaninglessness," he posited at the TIME100 Gala
By Julia Zorthian
June 8, 2022
Quinta Brunson: Teachers Deserve to Be Paid More
"I play a teacher on TV, but every day I wonder if I’d be strong enough to be one in real life," Brunson said
By Julia Zorthian
June 8, 2022
Eileen Gu Hopes She Can Bring the World Together With the Olympics
The Olympic freestyle skiing champion, who grew up in the U.S. and now skis for China, appeared on the red carpet at the TIME100 Gala.
By Julia Zorthian
June 8, 2022
Gabby Giffords Optimistic That U.S. Can Fix Gun Violence
“It will be a long, hard haul, but I’m optimistic," Giffords said at the TIME100 Summit
By Julia Zorthian
June 7, 2022
Amber Heard Says It's 'Agonizing' To Receive Death Threats and Harassment
Actor Amber Heard gave her final testimony in the defamation trial brought by her ex-husband Johnny Depp on Thursday, the last day that witnesses would be called in the six weeks of courtroom proceedings. Depp...
By Julia Zorthian
May 26, 2022
Kate Moss Testifies that Johnny Depp 'Never Pushed' Her Down Stairs In Defamation Trial
British model Kate Moss took to the stand Wednesday morning as a witness for Johnny Depp’s legal team in the defamation case against his ex-wife, actor Amber Heard. During her short testimony over a video...
By Julia Zorthian
May 25, 2022
'Unconditional Love.' See Photos of How Ketanji Brown Jackson's Family Supported Her During Confirmation Hearings
When Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson made her opening statement at her Supreme Court confirmation hearing, she introduced the public to members of her “large extended family” as she thanked many of them for their support....
By Julia Zorthian
March 24, 2022
Here's What the New, Tightened SWIFT Sanctions on Russian Banks Actually Do
The U.S., Canada and Europe are tightening financial restrictions on Russia with a new ban that blocks seven Russian banks from using SWIFT, the global messaging system that enables bank transactions, the European Union (EU)...
By Julia Zorthian
March 2, 2022
What Joe Biden's Sanctions on Russia Will Actually Do
The United States is set to impose sanctions on Russia that “exceed anything we’ve ever done,” President Joe Biden said Thursday in response to Russia’s full-scale attack on Ukraine. Biden detailed expansive sanctions on Russia’s...
By Julia Zorthian
February 24, 2022
Tracking January 6 Capitol Rioters' Arrests and Sentences
More than 840 people have been arrested, but many are still awaiting their sentencing, 17 months after the attempted insurrection.
By Nik Popli and Julia Zorthian
January 6, 2022
How Unions Are Struggling to Catch Up to Worker Anger
James Geiger, a 53-year-old John Deere machinist in Waterloo, Iowa, is fed up with two things. The first is how newer workers are treated by the agricultural machinery manufacturer compared to older ones. After 19...
By Abby Vesoulis and Julia Zorthian
October 25, 2021
Why Regulating Facebook’s Algorithm Could Be Unconstitutional
Taking aim at the algorithm instead of breaking up the company through antitrust law would be a novel approach that would almost certainly invite legal challenges
By Julia Zorthian
October 13, 2021
Biden's COVID-19 Vaccine Mandate Frustrated OSHA
When President Joe Biden directed the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) on Sept. 9 to impose strict COVID-19 vaccination and testing protocols on large businesses, the OSHA employees were ready. It marked the first...
By Julia Zorthian
September 27, 2021
Rape Crisis Centers Struggle to Respond to Texas' Abortion Law
The crisis hotline for the Dallas Area Rape Crisis Center is open all hours of the day, every day of the week. Trained volunteers answer roughly 1,800 calls per year, mostly from survivors of sexual...
By Julia Zorthian
September 5, 2021
Taking Family Photos Changed How This Photographer Views His Loved Ones' Addiction Struggles
Pat Martin has spent the past two years photographing his family, at age 26, creating his only photo album. Children grin for the camera. Siblings sit together. Grandparents hold each other. Each shot glows with...
By Julia Zorthian
November 27, 2018
How Chef José Andrés Is Serving Millions Displaced By Hurricanes
José Andrés refuses to turn his back on survivors of natural disasters. The Michelin-starred chef from Spain had opened critically acclaimed restaurants across North America, and helped to popularize "small plates" dining in the U.S....
By Julia Zorthian
October 23, 2018
13 New Books Everyone Will Be Talking About This Fall
From Michelle Obama's anticipated memoir to Haruki Murakami's latest novel
By Annabel Gutterman and Julia Zorthian
September 21, 2018
14 New Books to Read in September
Fall is arriving, and with it, a new crop of must-read books. Plenty of the season's highly-anticipated titles are coming out in September. So if you're done with your beach reads (or even if you...
By Julia Zorthian
September 13, 2018
Oklahoma Proposes a Bill That Would Finally Require Kids to Wear Seat Belts
A current 'loophole' means children ages 8-13 don't need to be buckled up
By Julia Zorthian
March 22, 2018
Study Finds Male Birth Control Pill Safe and Effective
The female birth control pill has stood on the market alone for decades. Now, a male birth control pill could be inching closer to reality, according to the results of a small new study presented...
By Julia Zorthian
March 19, 2018
The Complete Winter Olympics Schedule for 2018: When to Watch Every Sport
The 2018 Winter Olympics began Friday, Feb. 9 in PyeongChang Olympic Stadium, and the schedule of events is packed from the opening ceremony until the closing ceremony on Sunday, Feb. 25. In between, the Winter...
By Julia Zorthian
February 1, 2018
This Map Shows Where Americans Are Being Told 'Do Not Travel' in Mexico
The State Department is urging Americans to avoid these areas
By Julia Zorthian and Lon Tweeten
January 11, 2018
The White House Is Having Its First News Conference Since Trump's Accusers Spoke Out Anew. Watch It Live
3 women who accused Trump of sexual harassment spoke out again
By Julia Zorthian
December 11, 2017
Women Who Accuse President Trump of Sexual Misconduct Are Speaking Out. Watch Here
The women are holding a press conference asking Congress to investigate their claims
By Julia Zorthian
December 11, 2017
See How Queen Elizabeth and Prince Philip Created the Modern Royal Wedding 70 Years Ago
The first modern Royal Wedding captivated the world 70 years ago, when Queen Elizabeth and Prince Philip were married in Westminster Abbey
By Julia Zorthian
November 20, 2017
Sharon Tate's Sister on Learning of Charles Manson's Death: 'I Said a Prayer, Shed a Tear'
Debra Tate, whose pregnant sister Sharon Tate was murdered at Charles Manson's orders in 1969, said she learned about Manson's death about 15 minutes after it happened. Tate told the New York Daily News that...
By Julia Zorthian
November 20, 2017
It Took 240 Tons of Explosives to Destroy the Georgia Dome
It was the only venue to host the Super Bowl, Olympics and the NCCA Men’s Final Four
By Julia Zorthian
November 20, 2017
'House of Cards' Under Fire After Kevin Spacey Allegation
Actor Anthony Rapp accused Spacey of sexual misconduct
By Julia Zorthian and Raisa Bruner
October 30, 2017
Watch Live: President Trump Hosts White House Halloween Party as Russia Probe Intensifies
The party is happening hours after Trump's former campaign chief was arrested
By Julia Zorthian
October 30, 2017
The Internet Has Really Mixed Feelings About Starbucks' New Halloween Zombie Frappuccino
The Zombie Frappuccino is officially on the market, so the reviews — and tidal wave of photos posted on social media — are in. The Halloween drink, much like the Unicorn Frappuccino, seems to have...
By Julia Zorthian
October 26, 2017
No One Wants to Buy Disgraced Presidential Candidate John Edwards' House
The asking price on his Chapel Hill estate was slashed by $1 million
By Julia Zorthian
October 26, 2017
The LAPD Is Investigating Harvey Weinstein
They're looking into an incident from 2013
By Julia Zorthian
October 19, 2017
People Are Not Happy That This School District Banned Harper Lee’s
To Kill a Mockingbird
The school hasn't given a reason why yet
By Julia Zorthian
October 16, 2017
'This Should Not Have Happened.' A Drone Crashed Into a Canadian Passenger Plane
But everybody on board was OK
By Julia Zorthian
October 16, 2017
This Just In
A roundup of new and noteworthy insights from the week's most talked-about studies: 1 MEDITATION MAY BE GOOD FOR YOUR HEART In its first statement about the effects of meditation, the American Heart Association said...
By Julia Zorthian
October 5, 2017
'You Could Hear the Background of Chaos:' Concert-Goer Calls His Dad During Las Vegas Shooting
"He went back to help triage. He got blood all over him"
By Julia Zorthian
October 2, 2017
Tom Hanks Will Return as David S. Pumpkins for an Animated Half-Hour
SNL
Special
Both Tom Hanks and Peter Dinklage are involved
By Julia Zorthian
September 28, 2017
5 Times Yosemite National Park Turned Deadly
A deadly rock fall Wednesday shows the National Park's beauty can be dangerous
By Julia Zorthian
September 28, 2017
Teacher Reprimands Kneeling 6-Year-Old: 'We Stand for the Pledge'
A 6-year-old student joined in the high-profile NFL protests of racial injustice by kneeling for the Pledge of Allegiance in his classroom, and his mother says the school should not have publicly reprimanded him. The...
By Julia Zorthian
September 28, 2017
Switzerland's New Medical Drones
During a medical emergency, every second matters--including the ones spent driving samples to and from external labs for testing. But what if they could be flown instead? That's the idea behind a new fleet of...
By Julia Zorthian
September 28, 2017
This Just In
A roundup of new and noteworthy insights from the week's most talked-about studies: 1 MOODS CAN BE CONTAGIOUS A study in Royal Society Open Science found that kids whose friends suffered from bad moods were...
By Julia Zorthian
September 28, 2017
'Dissidents Are Patriots.' Read Bob Costas' Powerful Response to Trump's NFL Attacks
He said one "can't separate" Trump's attacks from their racial context
By Julia Zorthian
September 25, 2017
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