
Inside the Ebola Epicenter, the Virus Rages With Little to Stop It
A remote gold mining town is under siege, as medical workers struggle to beat back a surge of deaths and infections.By Declan Walsh and Arlette Bashizi
Published on : Sat May 30 2026
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Mongbwalu (Congo, Democratic Republic of)

Across the Middle East, Muslims Mark Eid Amid War and Crisis
From Iran to Gaza, Eid al-Adha celebrations were muted as war dragged on and shortages of food and fuel roiled the region.By Abdi Latif Dahir and Bilal Shbair
Published on : Sat May 30 2026
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LebanonGaza City (Gaza Strip)Beirut (Lebanon)YemenIranTehran (Iran)

A Big Bang, a Fire and Panic as War Enters Romanian Homes
When a drone crashed into an apartment building in eastern Romania, residents were reminded that the Russia-Ukraine war makes for a dangerous neighbor.By Andreea Campeanu and Andrew Higgins
Published on : Sat May 30 2026
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The Russian Drone That Hit Romania Also Hit European Confidence
The failure to protect NATO territory further increased anxiety about alliance solidarity, Russia’s intentions and Washington’s commitment to collective defense.By Steven Erlanger
Published on : Sat May 30 2026
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RomaniaNorth Atlantic Treaty OrganizationPutin, Vladimir VTrump, Donald JMerz, FriedrichRubio, Marco

Hegseth’s Message to Asian Partners: Do More to Get More
At a security conference in Singapore, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth told Asian military leaders how they could get to “the front of the line” for U.S. assistance.By Damien Cave and Chris Buckley
Published on : Sat May 30 2026
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A Restive Middle East Awaits Decision by Trump on Iran Deal
The president has wavered on whether to move ahead with an agreement with Iran to end the war. On Friday, he vowed to make a “final determination” soon.By Aaron Boxerman and Leily Nikounazar
Published on : Sat May 30 2026
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IranUnited StatesTrump, Donald J

What to Know About the Ebola Outbreak
Aid agencies are racing to help underequipped health workers in the Democratic Republic of Congo. More than 245 people are now suspected to have died from the virus.By Amelia Nierenberg, Ephrat Livni and Lynsey Chutel
Published on : Mon May 18 2026
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Congo, Democratic Republic of (Congo-Kinshasa)UgandaWorld Health Organization

Ye and Travis Scott Concerts Canceled in Italy Over Security Fears
The events were canceled “to ensure public order and safety,” the authorities said. Jewish leaders had objected to the concert by Ye, formerly known as Kanye West, who has a history of antisemitic remarks.By Amelia Nierenberg
Published on : Sat May 30 2026
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Lithuania, Once Occupied by Germany, Is Glad German Troops Are Back
Berlin has deployed forces to protect the Baltic country amid fears of increased Russian aggression in Europe. This time, the soldiers were welcomed.By Christopher F. Schuetze
Published on : Sat May 30 2026
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Can Security Concerns Shift Another Latin American Country to the Right?
Colombia’s leftist candidate for president leads in polls, but his main rival — a far-right outsider who calls himself “The Tiger” — has gained momentum. Elections are Sunday.By Annie Correal
Published on : Sat May 30 2026
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How Curry Shops Got Caught in Japan’s Immigration Crackdown
Under Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, new visa rules are forcing some foreign business owners, who have put down roots in Japan, to leave.By Javier C. Hernández and Kiuko Notoya
Published on : Sat May 30 2026
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JapanSri LankaHong Kong

Who’s the Vegas Retiree With the Big Offer for Greenland?
Clifford E. Stanley, a retired broker, explains his unusual mission, which caught a lot of people by surprise.By Jeffrey Gettleman and Maya Tekeli
Published on : Sat May 30 2026
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Blowing Up Boats Hasn’t Slowed Cocaine Traffic to U.S., Experts Say
Despite the rising body count off the South American coast, researchers say cocaine is as easy to get in many parts of the United States as it was before the strikes began.By Simon Romero
Published on : Fri May 29 2026
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France’s Far Right Has 2 Leaders. They Don’t Always Have One Voice.
Marine Le Pen and her protégé, Jordan Bardella, lead presidential polls. They are united on curbing immigration but split recently on economic policy.By Mark Landler
Published on : Fri May 29 2026
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FranceNational Rally (France)Bardella, Jordan (1995- )Le Pen, Marine

Five Miners Are Rescued After Week Trapped in Flooded Laos Cave
Rescuers pumped water from the flooded cave, enabling four miners to crawl out. One used diving gear to escape earlier, and two remain missing.By Isabella Kwai
Published on : Sat May 30 2026
worldasia
Laos

Season Pass
Today, let’s set our ambitions for summer reading.By Melissa Kirsch
Published on : Sat May 30 2026
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Is a Canadian Car the Answer to Trump’s Tariffs? The Bricklin Shows the Risks.
A sports car made in New Brunswick and mostly funded by the province lasted only about 18 months.By Ian Austen
Published on : Sat May 30 2026
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CanadaNew Brunswick (Canada)Saint John (New Brunswick)Economic Club of New YorkCarney, Mark JTrump, Donald J

The World Capital of French Fries Has a Problem: Too Many Potatoes
Belgium’s potato harvest set a record, just as tariffs hit U.S. demand for frozen fries and as competition from suppliers in Asia intensified.By Jenny Gross
Published on : Sat May 30 2026
worldeurope
European Union

Iran’s Hard-Liners Try to Derail Potential Deal With the U.S.
A political fight is playing out in Iran, where the small but loud faction of hard-liners has used rallies, state media and private and public statements to try to undermine negotiations.By Farnaz Fassihi
Published on : Fri May 29 2026
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Canadian Man Pleads Guilty to Aiding 14 Suicides
Kenneth Law, who ran an online business that shipped toxic salt to customers in 40 countries, also admitted to causing the deaths of 79 people in Britain, prosecutors said.By Michael Levenson
Published on : Fri May 29 2026
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Mexico’s Senate Votes to Allow Officials to Annul Elections Over Foreign Meddling
The legislation, which comes amid growing tensions between Mexico and the White House, must be approved by a majority of state legislatures and sent to the president.By Emiliano Rodríguez Mega
Published on : Fri May 29 2026
worldamericas
MexicoMorena (Mexican Political Party)Sheinbaum, ClaudiaTrump, Donald J

U.N. Adds Israeli and Russian Forces to Sexual Violence List
Israel has denied the accusations and condemned the report, which listed dozens of countries and nonstate groups as “credibly suspected” of patterns of rape and sexual violence.By Alan Yuhas
Published on : Fri May 29 2026
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Abdu Rabbu Mansour Hadi, Exiled Ex-President of Yemen, Dies at 80
In a country fractured by civil war and other crises, he held the title of president from 2012 to 2022 and was widely seen as an ineffective ruler.By Adam Nossiter
Published on : Fri May 29 2026
worldafrica
Sana (Yemen)YemenHadi, Abdu Rabbu Mansour

8 Girls Arrested in Suspected Arson at School Dorm That Killed 16
The students could be charged next week, Kenya’s education minister said, after the blaze broke out on Thursday at a school run by Kenya’s police.By Brian O. Otieno
Published on : Fri May 29 2026
worldafrica
Gilgil (Kenya)Kenya

Israeli Troops Push Deeper Into Lebanon as Cease-Fire Talks Continue
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Israeli ground forces had crossed Lebanon’s Litani River, as military officials from the two countries were set to meet for U.S.-brokered talks.By Euan Ward
Published on : Fri May 29 2026
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British Museum Postpones Jewish Cultural Event, Citing Threat of Disruption
The cancellation comes amid a rise in racial and religious crimes in Britain as well as growing sense of unease for some of London’s Jews.By Claire Moses
Published on : Fri May 29 2026
worldeurope
London (England)British Museum

Vietnam’s Leader Warns Asia About the Risks of Superpower Conflict
In a speech to military leaders from the region, To Lam said that distrust and a lack of respect for established rules had created a culture of “the big fish swallowing the small fish.”By Damien Cave
Published on : Fri May 29 2026
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Far East, South and Southeast Asia and Pacific AreasVietnamCommunist Party of VietnamLam, ToMeeks, Gregory WTrump, Donald JXi Jinping

After Orban’s Defeat, Hungary Is Poised to Get Billions From E.U.
The European Union is set to release 16 billion euros it had withheld, as Hungary moves to enact anti-corruption and rule of law policies.By Lara Jakes
Published on : Fri May 29 2026
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HungaryBrussels (Belgium)European UnionEuropean CommissionMagyar, PeterOrban, Viktorvon der Leyen, Ursula

One of Five Gold Miners Is Rescued From Laos Cave After More Than a Week
An international effort to free the trapped men brought attention to the country’s informal mines, where panning for gold can pay more than minimum wage.By Francesca Regalado and Muktita Suhartono
Published on : Fri May 29 2026
worldasia
Laos

Romania Says It Could Invoke NATO’s Article 4. What Would That Do?
The clause in NATO’s founding treaty is an “instrument” Romania can use, the foreign minister said after a drone, alleged to be Russian, wounded two civilians.By Jenny Gross and Aurelien Breeden
Published on : Fri May 29 2026
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RomaniaRussiaPolandUkraineNorth Atlantic Treaty Organization

What to Know About the Drones That Have Been Crossing Into Romania
The strike on Friday, near the Ukrainian border, was the first to injure civilians in Romania, officials say. But drones from the nearby war have been a growing threat.By Lara Jakes
Published on : Fri May 29 2026
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RomaniaUkraineRussiaNorth Atlantic Treaty Organization

Here’s the latest.
By Luke Broadwater and Max Bearak
Published on : Fri May 29 2026
worldmiddleeast

Kenyan Court Suspends Plans for Ebola Quarantine Unit for Americans
The order came after U.S. officials said that a 50-bed facility was being established in the African country to house American citizens exposed to the virus.By Brian O. Otieno
Published on : Fri May 29 2026
worldafrica
Kenya

How Fuel Price Shocks Rattled a Remote New Zealand Village
The prices of diesel and gasoline soared after the Iran war started, piling more hardship on people in Ruatahuna, one of New Zealand’s most remote villages.By John Yoon and Tatsiana Chypsanava
Published on : Fri May 29 2026
worldaustralia
New ZealandRotorua (New Zealand)

No, Not That Georgia. A.I. Compounds a Nation’s Identity Woes.
Online queries are more likely to turn up references to the U.S. state — a problem for the republic in the Caucasus and its people. But a move to drop the name “Georgia” has lost steam.By Ivan Nechepurenko
Published on : Fri May 29 2026
worldeurope
Tbilisi (Georgian Republic)Georgia

How Japan Lost 3 Million People in Five Years
Japan’s population fell by more than 3 million over the past five years, a record drop that underscores the depths of the country’s accelerating demographic crisis.By Javier C. Hernández, Pablo Robles and Kiuko Notoya
Published on : Fri May 29 2026
worldasia
JapanJapan Society