Why Iran’s Attack on an Energy Hub in Qatar Spooked Investors
Lasting damage to Ras Laffan Industrial City, the world’s largest liquefied natural gas export plant, would have big consequences for the …
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Central Banks Brace for Faster Inflation as Energy Prices Surge
Traders now expect Europe’s central bankers to raise rates this year to address a sharp increase in inflation because of higher energy pri…
The New Museum Reopens, Asking, ‘What Is Human?’
It’s a big, serious, adult show worth debating and even fighting over — just the way our critic likes it.
2 Men Charged With Spying for Iran on Britain’s Oldest Synagogue
The men, both Iranian citizens, are accused of conducting surveillance on several Jewish institutions and community buildings in London.
Congress’s Renewed Clash Over a Major Surveillance Law, Explained
A warrantless wiretapping law known as Section 702 is set to expire on April 20 unless Congress votes to extend it. Past cycles have been ro…
As Oil Prices Spiral, Damage to Infrastructure ‘Makes It Even Worse’
Attacks on oil and natural gas facilities this week could make it much harder for Persian Gulf countries to rebuild and restart production w…
Saudi Official Warns Patience Is Limited as Iranian Attacks Barrage Kingdom
Prince Faisal bin Farhan, the foreign minister, said Saudi Arabia was prepared to take military action if necessary, after waves of missile …
Homeland Security Nominee Clears Key Hurdle
If confirmed, Senator Markwayne Mullin of Oklahoma would be taking over the department at a sensitive moment.
Trump and Iran Won’t Leave the Agenda as European Leaders Meet
A gathering in Brussels was meant to concentrate on jump-starting the E.U. economy. Instead, the fallout of the war in the Middle East is fr…
The Markets Contend With Powell’s Long Goodbye
The chair of the Federal Reserve said that he might not leave the central bank any time soon, setting up a potential clash with President Tr…
More Cesar Chavez Fallout Expected After Sex Abuse Accusations
Some states and cities have canceled their observances of Cesar Chavez Day on March 31. Los Angeles leaders said they planned to change the …