'We're not giving up': Beset by climate change, island nations act as warming world's conscience
Small island states are often on the sidelines of the U.N. General Assembly, offering moral advice to mightier nations…
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Scrolls, not screens: Tibetan calligrapher brings his art to the next generation
Self-taught artist Jamyang Dorjee Chakrishar holds the world record for the longest calligraphy scroll – 165 meters…
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One summer, a door – and then books, and then a new world – opened
Miss Louise lived in a big stone Tudor, covered with ivy. Inside that house was a library – and a lifelong gift.
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The US wants a Ukraine peace deal. Here’s why Russia isn’t biting.
The White House may be pushing for talks between Russia and Ukraine, but the Kremlin remains committed to “my way or…
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Hoping to push the US away, Iran’s strategy is to go on the offensive
Nearly seven months after being attacked, an emboldened Iran is seeking to end the war on its terms. That means forcing…
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The renewed roots of election integrity
As Americans’ trust in elections wavers, local officials and volunteers are strengthening safeguards – and making sure…
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Hegseth touts tougher soldiers. His wife is leading a push for more care.
A new presidential Military Spouse Commission had its first meeting this week. Many service-member families are eager…
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Amid scrutiny of Lindsay Clancy juror, some warn of a broader chilling effect
The controversial mistrial of Massachusetts mother Lindsay Clancy has cast a spotlight on a holdout juror and the…
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Xi and Trump strike friendly tone, but make little progress on thorny issues
During the two-day summit in Washington, U.S. President Donald Trump said that he and the Chinese leader have forged “a…
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Childhood in wartime
The war in Ukraine has had a disproportionate impact on the country’s children. In our magazine this week, we revisit…
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For the first time in three years, Gaza’s students head back to school
A new school year is beginning in Gaza, with many students returning to in-person learning for the first time in three…
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This saxophonist’s jazz offers a call and response for Africa
Boston-based Nigerian musician Temidayo Balogun mixes styles and beats to promote unity on his home continent.
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Trump is moving fast and breaking things. He could pay in November.
Donald Trump’s muscular approach to presidential power aimed to score big wins for his agenda. Polls suggest voters are…
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‘We’re going to win,’ Netanyahu tells UN summit – and voters back home
In a defiant U.N. speech, Israel’s prime minister dismisses a range of criticism.
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One city thought it had e-bikes all figured out. Not so fast.
A tech-driven bicycle renaissance is forcing cities and towns to grapple with merging high-speed vehicles into traffic…
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As China and US race ahead on AI, Europe opts for safe and steady
Can Europe’s values-first approach to AI face up to the economic challenge posed by the progress- and profit-centric…
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Nations that swim against the red-ink tide
Global debt has hit a record, with wealthier countries leading the way. But one way out is to note the new models for…
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The new West: US allies find ways of coping with Trump administration
America’s partners are becoming more assertive and are looking to build ties with other countries in response to…
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As MAGA turns toward ‘heritage Americans,’ Ramaswamy hopes it doesn’t leave him out
As a gubernatorial candidate, Vivek Ramaswamy wants to talk about tax cuts and data centers. But questions about where…
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‘I am sorry, I cannot answer that’: How China’s AI chatbots protect the ruling party
As they gain global market share, Chinese AI models are also part of Beijing’s plan to bolster Communist Party rule at…
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Lashing back at Trump at UN, Iranian leader calls US and Israel the aggressors
At the U.N. General Assembly, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian responded Wednesday to President Donald Trump’s…
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Did college boost your income? A federal test puts pressure on schools.
Colleges could lose access to federal student loans if their graduates don’t make more money than someone without the…
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A light of learning glows in Gaza
Despite the wreckage of war, many more Palestinian children have returned to school in the territory, a testament to…
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In Canada, a storied travel writer finds a kind of homecoming
Paul Theroux’s latest cultural travelogue includes an exploration of his ancestral connections to the northern nation.
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Why older voters could decide Brazil’s presidential election
In elections past, Brazil focused on mobilizing its youth vote. But the attention has shifted to voters older than age…
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Is nature priceless? This study spotlights its huge value for the world’s economy.
Much of the world’s biodiversity is at risk, yet natural ecosystems are foundational to every national economy. A new…
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Immigrant’s shooting in Texas again raises questions over ICE tactics
The latest shooting related to immigration enforcement is renewing concerns about ICE vehicle stops.
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Trump cites military need for arch. He could be putting armed services in a bad spot.
President Trump says the U.S. armed forces want to store ammunition and drones at his proposed 250-foot arch in…
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At UN, Trump again threatens Iran, but suggests end of war is near
President Trump used his speech at the United Nations to say he believed the Iran war was coming to a resolution “one…
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Straws in the wind for women peacemakers
Informal votes at the United Nations indicate a woman might be the next secretary-general, the first in 81 years. The…
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Effort to steady ties as Xi and Trump prepare to meet in Washington
The Chinese and U.S. leaders are coming together for the second of four face-to-face meetings planned for this year,…
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Amid calls for AI rules, who in Congress has the tech savvy to help?
Few members of Congress have the kind of technology background that could be useful as they discuss regulating…
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UN faces defining test as its aid funding is cut
The United Nations is facing a budget crunch. That issue is at the top of the agenda as world leaders gather in New…
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A welcome thaw in an icy Arctic issue
A new agreement over Greenland’s status, and U.S. access to the island, shows that quiet diplomacy can help Western…
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Greenland deal: What did the US and Denmark actually agree to?
The United States, Denmark, and Greenland finally came to terms on a deal that all sides are calling a victory toward…
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Many voters want generational change. Boomer priorities still rule.
Electing younger candidates might not quickly change older Americans' influence in Congress.
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