Iran War Live Updates: Mediator Says Peace Deal Could be Finalized Within 24 Hours
The prime minister of Pakistan, a key intermediary in U.S.-Iran talks, said a deal was “likely expected.” An Iranian official sought to …
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A Tren de Aragua Leader Is Killed in a Joint Strike, U.S. and Venezuela Say
A strike this week in Venezuela killed a gang leader known as Niño Guerrero who was wanted in the United States, officials in both countrie…
An Honored Canadian Journalist on the Importance of Investigative Reporting
Our Times colleague Susanne Craig was back home in Canada to be honored for her extraordinary career, which began in Calgary, Alberta, her h…
Brazilians, Paintbrushes in Hand, Revive a World Cup Ritual
After years of dampened enthusiasm about the World Cup, Brazilians are excited about their national team again — and they’re showing it …
With a Deal Seemingly Close, the U.S. Faces an Iran More Willing to Withstand Pressure
The war has produced regime change, but Iran’s new leaders are more willing to take risks and believe they have already absorbed the worst…
Russia Is Rich in Ballistic Missiles. Ukraine Is Short of Ways to Stop Them.
Ukraine is running out of American-made Patriot air-defense interceptors, and is pleading for more.
Canada’s Showbiz Steps Out of Hollywood’s Shadow
No longer content with being just “Hollywood North,” the Canadian screen industry is asserting itself and telling its own stories.
A Family Ravaged by Land Mines
Bu Ri lost a leg to a mine in Myanmar decades ago. More recently, six other members of his family have suffered a similar fate or worse, in …
Should Switzerland Cap Its Population at 10 Million? Voters Will Decide.
One of the world’s richest countries is about to hold a referendum on a measure that would curb migration and most likely the economy. It …
How Capping Its Population at 10 Million Could Reshape Switzerland
On Sunday, Switzerland will vote on whether to cap its population. The implications for Swiss society and its economy could be huge.
Afghans Hold Rare Public Protests Against Taliban Rules
The United Nations said it was “deeply concerned” about the arrests of dozens of women, and reported that two people were killed in prot…