Cambodia’s Leader Pardons Top Opposition Politician
The decision to release Kem Sokha is being seen as a likely attempt to recalibrate frayed ties with Western countries.
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Trump’s Pressure Had Little Effect on Iran’s Terms for a Peace Deal
President Trump had sought to force Tehran to accept American demands for a peace deal with a mixture of threats and military operations.
Iran War Live Updates: Top Iranian Negotiators Arrive in Qatar for Talks on Peace Deal
President Trump gave conflicting signals over how much progress had been made in the talks. Both the United States and Iran suggested that a…
Pope Leo Warns of Risks From A.I. in 42,300-Word Encyclical
The document marks a powerful foray by the leader of the Roman Catholic church into the debate about the misuse or overuse of artificial int…
As a Sacred Tree Dies, Their Village Loses a Piece of Itself
In a forest in Madagascar, the demise of a centuries-old baobab points to the fraying of a fragile ecosystem.
Out of Gas, Cubans Cook With Charcoal and Wood to Survive
The U.S. oil blockade has left millions without cooking gas. In Santiago de Cuba, the cradle of the Cuban revolution, apartment tower reside…
A City in the Kill Zone
Little is left of Kostiantynivka, a city on the front lines. Rescuers risk their lives to ferry out the few who remain.
How Wine, Truffles and Honey Could Help Europe Fight Wildfires
Countries are learning that the finer things in life sometimes have a serendipitous side benefit.
What’s an Encyclical? Here Are 5 That Mattered.
Leo XIV issued his thoughts about artificial intelligence in the modern world using a centuries-old form of papal communication called an en…
Rubio Rebukes Hezbollah Chief Over Call for Lebanese to ‘Take to the Streets’
The militant leader, in a speech, had criticized the Lebanese government for engaging in direct talks with Israel.