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Singapore’s Prime Minister Gets a Big Raise
Singapore’s prime minister, Lawrence Wong, got the bump as part of a longstanding policy to pay high salaries to public servants in order to attract top talent and prevent corrupt…
In England — Yes, England — Tea and Cantaloupe Grow as the Climate Warms
As British farmers confront intense heat waves tied to climate change, some are cultivating new crops rarely grown in their country.
This Tiny Anti-Establishment Party May Put Germany’s Far Right in Power
Germany’s far right won a state election but fell short of a majority. Its path to power depends on a small populist group that defies traditional labels.
Israel’s Election Campaign Is Heating Up. Here’s Who’s Running.
The contest is shaping up to be a referendum on Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. It is considered the most consequential in Israel’s history.
Ukraine’s Unexpected $27 Billion Budget Gap Rattles Europe
An unexpected request from President Volodymyr Zelensky offered a stark reminder that the cost of the war will rise, challenging Europe.
Ukraine’s Unexpected $27 Billion Budget Gap Rattles Europe
An unexpected request from President Volodymyr Zelensky offered a stark reminder that the cost of the war will rise, challenging Europe.
How a Driver’s Sudden Death Triggered Ebola Panic in Congo
When a truck driver unexpectedly collapsed and died in a remote village, frontline medical staff scrambled to safely isolate his body, triggering a standoff.
Making Coffins in Ebola’s Epicenter
A coffin maker in the Democratic Republic of Congo has seen a significant increase in the number of coffins needed in Bunia since the latest Ebola outbreak began in May.
Why This Small Dutch Town Is Teaching ‘Adolescence’ in School
The Netflix series is seen as a way to kindle debate about gender roles and to confront online bullying.
Europe Unites to Pressure Israel, Breaking With U.S.
Britain once followed in France’s slipstream when it came to pressuring Israel. Under new leadership, it is spearheading opposition to Israeli settlements, risking American anger.
