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The New York Times

What Happened After Denmark Adopted a Ruined City in Ukraine

The Danish government has contributed more than $250 million to Mykolaiv, as the Trump administration pushes a more business-focused plan.

Posted by Andrew E. Kramer and Brendan Hoffman on Tue, 14 Apr 2026 12:23:30

Trump’s Blockade Risks Upending an Emerging Détente With China

President Trump meeting with China’s leader, Xi Jinping, in South Korea last October. They will meet again next month.

Posted by David E. Sanger and Tyler Pager on Wed, 15 Apr 2026 01:49:33

Hungary’s Populist Paradox

We look at what Viktor Orban’s defeat tells us about a model of government in which politics are more important than the economy.

Posted by Katrin Bennhold on Wed, 15 Apr 2026 04:56:11

Amid War, G.O.P. Puts Off Testimony From Senior Pentagon Commanders

“We are six weeks into this conflict, and we still haven’t gotten a public briefing from anyone in the administration about the war,” said Representative Adam Smith of Washington, the ranking Democrat on the Armed Services Committee.

Posted by Megan Mineiro on Mon, 13 Apr 2026 22:53:09

In Leo, Trump Faces a Different Kind of Papal Opponent

At the Vatican, Pope Leo presents a new foil for President Trump.

Posted by Elizabeth Dias and Motoko Rich on Tue, 14 Apr 2026 09:05:59

BBC

Celebrities and fans pay tributes to Asha Bhosle

Asha Bhosle died in Mumbai on Sunday after being admitted to the hospital following a heart attack.

Posted by on Mon, 13 Apr 2026 10:23:54 GMT

Hamas rejects Gaza disarmament plan, Palestinian official says

The official tells the BBC that the armed group will not move forward with talks until Israel fully complies with its commitments.

Posted by on Tue, 14 Apr 2026 14:01:05 GMT

Watch: Vance heckled as he chides Pope

The US Vice-President was speaking at a Turning Point USA event, where he said Pope Leo should "be careful when he talks about matters of theology."

Posted by on Wed, 15 Apr 2026 03:09:28 GMT

Canada was once a dream destination for Indian students. Is that changing?

Tighter rules, rising costs and visa risks are forcing Indian students to rethink studying in Canada.

Posted by on Tue, 14 Apr 2026 21:22:51 GMT

Watch: What are Harry and Meghan doing in Australia?

BBC News journalist Simon Atkinson explains how the couple's tour will be different compared to their last visit.

Posted by on Tue, 14 Apr 2026 09:41:22 GMT

The Wall Street Journal

Canada Is Becoming a Fentanyl Exporter, and a Target for Trump

The drug is increasingly manufactured in and trafficked from the U.S.’s northern neighbor, though the numbers remain small compared with Mexico.

Posted by on Fri, 24 Jan 2025 17:56:00 -0500

Hamas Releases Four Female Israeli Soldiers Under Gaza Cease-Fire Deal

The hostages are the second set to be released since the multiphase agreement came into effect, raising hopes for a lasting end to the war.

Posted by on Sat, 25 Jan 2025 13:45:00 -0500

Hamas Took More Than 200 Hostages From Israel. Here's What We Know.

Israel says 91 hostages abducted on Oct. 7 remain in captivity, including the bodies of at least 34.

Posted by on Sat, 25 Jan 2025 12:00:00 -0500

Jeju Air Crash Probe Focuses On Engine Damage After Bird Strike

Pilots’ actions after that strike are an early focus of the investigation, according to people familiar with the probe.

Posted by on Sun, 26 Jan 2025 22:53:00 -0500

Freed Israeli Hostages Still Had Shrapnel in Their Bodies From Oct. 7 Attack

Some of the women were held alone for extended periods and spent eight months in tunnels, an Israeli medical official said.

Posted by on Mon, 27 Jan 2025 12:12:00 -0500