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Police Expand Investigation Into Reform U.K. After Undercover Sting
The Metropolitan Police are investigating Nigel Farage’s right-wing populist party after footage appeared to show party officials arranging secret contributions from a foreign don…
Video Shows Grocery Store Manager Saving Toddler From Oncoming Traffic
Luis Cruz dashed into a busy street in Puebla, Mexico, to pull a girl out of the path of an approaching S.U.V. Footage of the rescue has made him a local sensation.
Why Israel Reacted With Fury to U.K. Sanctions on West Bank Settlements
The fierce retaliation of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s government to the new restrictions is a reflection of his tough re-election fight, analysts say.
Escalating Boat Strikes Campaign, U.S. Targets ‘Refueling’ Vessels
U.S. military officials in the past two weeks have sunk six large fishing vessels accused of providing fuel to fast boats carrying drugs from South America.
Thousands Gather for Funeral of Norway’s King Harald
Royal families and heads of state, including President Volodymyr Zelensky of Ukraine, attended the funeral of King Harald V in Oslo.
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.
Travelers Face More Delays After Major Disruption at British Airports
An air traffic control problem caused more than 1,000 flight cancellations on Tuesday, and airlines warned that the effects could linger.
Nepal’s Flood Relief Workers Feel the Pain of Trump’s Cuts to U.S.A.I.D.
The agency played an important role in responding to earlier disasters like the 2015 earthquake. But the U.S. and other countries have pulled back, Nepali officials and humanitari…
The Theme Park at the Heart of France’s Culture War
The Puy du Fou is the one of France’s most visited theme parks. Its founder says it gives the French a “founding narrative,” but critics say it peddles “far-right propaganda.”
Iran Signals Readiness to Escalate War With U.S. Amid Rising Economic Pressure
The Iranian government is taking an increasingly aggressive approach as it confronts a growing economic threat and worries that its grip on the Strait of Hormuz is slipping, analy…
Tung Chee-hwa, Who Led Hong Kong After Its Return to China, Dies at 89
As the first leader of the former British colony after its handover, he balanced the demands of Beijing and Hong Kongers, making it clear that Beijing was now in charge.
U.S. Strikes Iranian Oil Tankers, Drawing Threat of Reprisal
American forces were said to have hit multiple vessels in response to Iranian attempts to hit a U.S. warship.
Canada’s Carney Doubles Down on Pivot Away from the United States
With tariffs on U.S. goods in effect and high-profile international engagements coming up, the Canadian leader keeps moving toward his goal.
Before Oct. 7 Attack, Netanyahu Was Warned, Report Says. He Denies It.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s office denied the report in Haaretz that the Emirati president had warned him Hamas was planning a major operation against Israel.
Impunity in the West Bank
Former Israeli military officers warn that settler violence in the West Bank is destroying Israel’s democratic values from within.
Carney Says Retaliation Against U.S. Tariffs Was Unavoidable
In a video address, the prime minister said the United States was seeking “dependency, not a true economic partnership” from Canada.
Hungary Expels 10 Russian Diplomats, Signaling a Shift
The housecleaning puts the new government more in line with how European allies relate to Moscow, tempering cozy ties developed under Viktor Orban’s administration.
Iceland Summons U.S. Ambassador Over Provocative Trump Map
After voting against talks to join the European Union, Iceland is reacting forcefully to a slight against its sovereignty.
Canadian Jet Maker Is Target in Trump’s Trade War
Montreal-based Bombardier has been embroiled in U.S. trade disputes before. President Trump threatened to bar the company from selling in the United States.
UK Set to Impose Sanctions on Israeli Settlements in West Bank
A longtime ally of Israel, the U.K. has condemned plans to expand the settlements, which are widely considered illegal under international law.
Eiffel Tower Workers Strike, Saying Women Were Excluded From Hindu Group’s Visit
The tower was closed on Monday, after the workers’ union said female staff had been asked to leave their stations for a visit from a group known as BAPS.