In Minneapolis, Following Prince’s ‘Purple Trail’
This year is the 10th anniversary of the artist’s death. We made a pilgrimage to the city where he lived and worked.
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Elections and Defections Are Likely to Unshackle Canada’s Liberals
Prime Minister Mark Carney, who heads a minority government, is expected to gain a majority in the House of Commons after three special elec…
Can This Chaotic Brooklyn Plaza Be Car-Free? Mamdani Says Yes.
Mayor Zohran Mamdani is expected to propose linking Grand Army Plaza with Prospect Park by closing a dangerous stretch of road between them.
After Chaotic Election Day, Peru Orders 2nd Day of Voting for Some Areas
Frustrated voters in long lines were unable to cast ballots in parts of the capital, Lima, due to logistical failures, eroding trust for som…
For Ants, a ‘Cleaning Station’ in the Desert
A unique “choreography” between two ant species suggests a distinctive partnership in which one provides a carwash service to the other.
Where Even Flowers Stoke Fear
Myanmar’s generals have brutalized the country for decades. But they have come to dread garlands as a sign of resistance.
‘The Strangest Sleepover Ever’: Dutch Skeptical as Their Royals Visit Trump
The Dutch king and queen are set to stay at the White House on Monday night. At a time of trans-Atlantic tension, the Netherlands isn’t su…
What to Know About Pope Leo’s Voyage to Africa
The pontiff will visit four countries on the world’s poorest continent, demonstrating his urgent focus on the most vulnerable members of t…
Pope Leo Heads to Africa to Meet the Future of Catholicism
On a four-country tour of the continent, where the faith is growing faster than anywhere else, the pontiff will be greeted by enthusiastic c…
China’s Electrostate Is Poised to Win From War in the Middle East
A cluster of Chinese firms is poised to win big from the energy crisis set off by the war in the Middle East, building on booming investment…
Aiming at China, Malaysia Puts New Restrictions on Electric Cars
The move was a tacit acknowledgment of China’s dominance in the global market and the power of its automakers to keep prices low.