In Fractious France, Politicians Agree on One Thing: Pope Leo Was a Hit
In a four-day visit, Pope Leo XIV won praise across the political spectrum, even from its most avowedly secular figures.
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US Senate blocks measure demanding report on rights violations in West Bank
Senate votes 47 to 51 as Democrats call for examination of human rights in West Bank, deaths of nine Americans View of the US Senate chamber on Capitol Hill in Washington, United States. PHOTO: Reuters United States Senate Republicans on Tuesday blocked a bid to require President Donald Trump’s administration to report to Congress on … Read more
‘The Widower: ’Til Death Do Us Part’ Review: More True-Crime Sensationalism
A new Netflix documentary looks at the winding road to getting a conviction in a Las Vegas murder case.
American Forces Withdraw From Iraq 23 Years After Invading
The Americans did not understand the country when they invaded in 2003. Over a correspondent’s many trips there, it was not clear that this ever changed much.
Live Updates: Clash in Cockpit Prompts Distress Signal on Israel-Bound Flight
Israel and Saudi Arabia scrambled jets over fears of a hijacking on a flight from Dubai to Tel Aviv. The plane landed in Saudi Arabia with more than 160 passengers safe and accounted for, officials said.
20 Years Later, Sofia Coppola’s ‘Marie Antoinette’ Is Back at Versailles
Once criticized for its modern soundtrack and pastel aesthetics, the director’s portrait of royal ennui is now being honored in the chateau where it was filmed.
A Collector’s Art, on Loan to the Met, Will Be Owned by Nigeria
Novel collaborations with countries of origin allow objects in private U.S. collections to be repatriated and head for the Met on loan.
A Way Out of the A.I. Arms Race?
New research points to how the world could stop short of the brink of disaster. Even with the agreement signed at the White House by tech leaders, it won’t be easy.
Aagha Ali marks 11 years of ‘Akhiyaan Num Num’
Actor looks back on the song that became his first OST as a singer, composer and lyricist Actor and singer Aagha Ali is marking 11 years of Akhiyaan Num Num, one of the songs that holds a special place in his career. Ali shared the song’s music video on Instagram, looking back on the track … Read more
Qatari prime minister calls Netanyahu ‘war criminal,’ vows to continue mediation efforts
Al Thani says diplomacy remains best path as Doha pushes for solutions on Iran, Strait of Hormuz, regional security Qatari Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani speaks at the 23rd edition of the Doha Forum during a session moderated by US journalist Tucker Carlson. Photo: X Qatari Prime … Read more