China’s Weakening Economy Is Creating a Lost Generation
Young people are watching their bright futures disappear as the country’s job losses pile up and the milestones of adulthood slip further away.
Europe’s Biggest Auto Show Is Now Dominated by Chinese Cars
Two years ago, nine brands from China were at the event. This time, there were about 20.
NATO warns Russia: 'We will break' forces, destroy 'anything and everything' if you attack
Gen. Alexus Grynkewich outlined NATO's strategy to "block, blunt and break" enemy forces at the Warsaw Security Forum amid rising Russia tensions.
NATO’s Top Commander Lays Out Plan to Thwart a Russian Attack on the Alliance
Gen. Alexus Grynkewich outlined a series of steps to block an initial attack and break the adversary’s ability to control and support its forces.
Breaking Bad star RJ Mitte dies aged 34
RJ Mitte, best known for his role as Walter "Flynn" White Jr in Breaking Bad, has died aged 34 in Brownsville, Texas.
Sneak Preview
Trump’s betrayal of Ukraine is a glimpse of the next two years.
Trump Russia deal could fuel Putin's war, ex-NATO commander warns as Zelenskyy says 'nyet'
Donald Trump's energy ceasefire could hand Vladimir Putin fresh revenue to fuel Russia's war in Ukraine, former NATO commander Breedlove warns.
Russia Pounds Ukrainian Energy Despite Trump’s Ceasefire Announcement
The Russian attacks, including on gas infrastructure, a power plant and a substation, come as the U.S. heaps pressure on Ukraine to stop striking Russian oil refineries.
Iran-Backed Militants Are Tightening the Screws on Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince
Mohammed bin Salman is now caught by an economy weakened by heavy spending and miscalculations of the Houthi threat.
British adventurer returns home after 28-year walk around the world
Adventurer Karl Bushby swam the English Channel and celebrated with fish and chips after his 28-year, 30,000-mile walk from Chile to England.
Delta Delays Plans for Nonstop Service to Saudi Arabia
The carrier said it now expects to debut the flight in March, pushing back previous plans for an Oct. 23 rollout, after several fatal strikes at Riyadh’s international airport.
Nobel Peace Prize winner criticises Trump over 'negative and cruel' attacks
This year's winner of the Nobel Peace Prize has criticised Donald Trump for his attacks on the International Criminal Court, calling them "completely unlawful" as well as "negative and cruel".
French supermarket fridges heated to 50C in cyber attack - causing fires and food losses
Hackers carried out a cyber attack on hundreds of French supermarkets overnight - pushing temperatures in fridges up to 50C and sparking fires.
Zelenskyy accuses Putin of defying Trump's ceasefire push, sends pointed message to White House
Volodymyr Zelenskyy accuses Vladimir Putin of attacking Ukraine's gas infrastructure hours after Trump announced an immediate energy ceasefire.
Xi’s Superpower Ambitions Fuel a Dangerous Debt Spiral in China
Chinese leader Xi Jinping is presiding over a dangerous spiral of debt that is strangling the economy at home and damaging trade partners around the world.
A New Middle East Takes Shape
Plus: Trump’s Russian diesel deal draws bipartisan criticism, the Justice Department opens an antitrust probe of TV networks, and Mr. Sparklepants and his friends hide from the storm.
The Tumultuous, Remarkable Middle East | Interview: Simon Sebag Montefiore
Get your bingo cards ready.
Man fatally attacked by tiger at UK wildlife park was visiting alone, police say
The victim of the tiger attack at Yorkshire Wildlife Park was visiting alone, police have said.
Benjamin Netanyahu's legacy and political future on the line in Israel's Oct 27 election
Benjamin Netanyahu fights for his legacy in Israel's Oct. 27 vote, the first since the Oct. 7 Hamas massacre reshaped the political landscape.
Should Christa Pike Live?
A second execution attempt strains legal and ethical standards.
Feminism’s Next Wave
In upstate New York, women gathered to declare a new movement based on the truth of male-female difference.
Pope Leo denounces death penalty as 'inadmissible' ahead of Pentagon's planned livestreamed execution
Pope Leo XIV called the death penalty "inadmissible" on World Day Against the Death Penalty after the Pentagon announced plans to livestream an execution.
At least 139 migrants dead, 84 missing after overcrowded boat capsizes off Djibouti
More than 80 people survived the deadly crossing from Djibouti toward Yemen, while at least 84 remained missing as authorities worked to verify additional victims.
Mojtaba Khamenei defies ‘malicious’ attacks as US Army zeroes in on Iran’s 350,000 troops
Iranian Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei claimed U.S. and Israeli strikes failed to weaken Iran's military, as the U.S. Army released a new threat guide.
Houthis and Ukraine Put Trump in Treacherous Territory
The spiraling global energy mess is ensnaring more countries, and it isn’t helping Republican candidates.
Air Travel Emerges as Dangerous Front Line in Global Conflicts
Commercial air travel has been dragged into escalating conflicts, with airports, planes and airspace becoming the deliberate target of missile and drone attacks.
Abbas delays Palestinian elections again, making more than two decades without vote
Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas delayed elections to 2027, extending a nearly 20-year wait as Israel and Hamas clash over the blame.
Blessed Is the Policymaker Who Quotes the Bible in Context
Pete Hegseth is not that policymaker.
Our Best Stuff on the Debate Over AI
And whether it will kill us.
The Secret Lessons of ‘Mad Men’
Don Draper’s story is a great watch. It’s also a great teacher.
Modernity’s Big Bang | Ruminant
And all the ‘isms’ it created.