
Ebola Is the Last Concern in This Small Town in South Sudan
Hunger and conflict are on the minds of the residents of Akobo, where an outbreak could have devastating consequences.By Matthew Mpoke Bigg and Ed Ram
Published on : Fri May 22 2026
worldafrica
Congo, Democratic Republic of (Congo-Kinshasa)South SudanUgandaWorld Health Organization

Mapping Ebola’s Spread in a Vulnerable Region
The virus circulated undetected for weeks. Heavy population movement in the area could make it spread farther.By Samuel Granados, Adina Renner and Amy Schoenfeld Walker
Published on : Fri May 22 2026
worldafrica
Congo, Democratic Republic of (Congo-Kinshasa)Bunia (Congo, Democratic Republic of)AfricaIturi Province (Congo, Democratic Republic of)Kampala (Uganda)World Health Organization

In West Bank, Latest Victim of Israeli Settler Violence Shocks in a New Way
A video of a Palestinian family’s dog being savagely beaten has spread widely in the days after the attack.By David M. Halbfinger
Published on : Fri May 22 2026
worldmiddleeast
West Bank

Before Europe Anoints Someone to Talk to Putin, It Debates What to Talk About
Europeans are considering appointing an envoy to Ukraine peace talks with Russia. First, many warn, they need to decide what to ask.By Jeanna Smialek, Valerie Hopkins and Paul Sonne
Published on : Fri May 22 2026
worldeurope
RussiaUkraineEuropeEuropean UnionDraghi, MarioKallas, Kaja (1977- )Merkel, AngelaPutin, Vladimir VSchroder, GerhardStubb, Alexander (1968- )Zelensky, Volodymyr

‘A Pyramid of Hate’: Why Racial and Religious Attacks Are Rising in Britain
Islamophobic, antisemitic and racist crimes are being fueled by online disinformation, global instability and divisive political rhetoric, experts say.By Lizzie Dearden
Published on : Fri May 22 2026
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Great BritainEnglandLondon (England)X (Formerly Twitter)

New Taliban Decree on Divorce Formalizes Child Marriage, U.N. Warns
A new Afghan law requires girls to wait until puberty before seeking to get out of a marriage. It also requires mediation for women seeking to escape an abusive husband.By Elian Peltier
Published on : Fri May 22 2026
worldasia
AfghanistanTaliban

From General to Governor: Putin Pushes a ‘New Elite’ of War Veterans
The popular leader of a region bordering Ukraine is replaced by a military commander as President Vladimir V. Putin looks to reward those who fought in his war.By Nataliya Vasilyeva
Published on : Fri May 22 2026
worldeurope
RussiaPutin, Vladimir VShuvayev, Alexander

Manhunt Underway in Philippines for Duterte Ally Who Is Evading I.C.C. Warrant
The fugitive, Senator Ronald dela Rosa, had sought refuge in the country’s Senate last week, eventually giving government agents the slip.By Sui-Lee Wee
Published on : Fri May 22 2026
worldasia
PhilippinesManila (Philippines)Duterte, RodrigoDuterte, Sara

Who Runs Iran Now? A Hard-Line Military Band of Brothers.
Decision making in the country is guided by a small group of men associated with the Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps.By Neil MacFarquhar
Published on : Thu May 21 2026
worldmiddleeast
IranIslamic Revolutionary Guards CorpsKhamenei, Mojtaba (1969- )Ghalibaf, Mohammad BaqerVahidi, AhmadMohseni-Ejei, Gholam-HosseinJafari, Mohammad Ali (1957- )Zolghadr, Mohammad Bagher

Uganda Restricts Travel with Congo Over Ebola Outbreak
Uganda said that flights to and from the Democratic Republic of Congo would be temporarily suspended, as the outbreak appeared to spread to a rebel-controlled province in Congo.By Lynsey Chutel and Matthew Mpoke Bigg
Published on : Thu May 21 2026
worldafrica
World Health OrganizationUnited States Agency for International Development

Exxon May Return to Venezuela, Ending a Long Fight With Its Leaders
The U.S. oil giant is negotiating a deal to pump oil in Venezuela, ending a standoff with its socialist rulers and marking a victory for President Trump.By Anatoly Kurmanaev
Published on : Thu May 21 2026
worldamericas
VenezuelaExxon Mobil CorpChavez, HugoMaduro, NicolasRodriguez, Delcy (1969- )Trump, Donald JWoods, Darren W (1965- )

‘Eternal Flame’ Still Burns After Fire That Destroyed Buddhist Hall in Japan
The flame, which spiritual leaders say has been continuously lit for more than 1,200 years, was salvaged after the blaze and moved to a different site.By Javier C. Hernández and Hisako Ueno
Published on : Thu May 21 2026
worldasia
Miyajima (Japan)JapanReikado Hall (Miyajima, Japan, Temple)

In Berlin, Cars Are a Culture War Flashpoint
With municipal elections approaching, conservatives and progressives are sparring over congestion in the city center and how to fix it.By Christopher F. Schuetze and Tatiana Firsova
Published on : Thu May 21 2026
worldeurope
Berlin (Germany)

Mira Nair Finds a New Audience as Mother of Zohran Mamdani
“I feel like we have given him to the world,” the filmmaker said in a conversation with The New York Times. Her next movie is about one of India’s greatest artists.By Anupreeta Das
Published on : Thu May 21 2026
worldasia
Amritsar (India)New York CityNair, MiraSher-Gil, Amrita

Police Investigation of Former Prince Andrew Examines Reports of Sexual Misconduct in 2010
A British police force said it was assessing a report that a woman had been taken to an address in Windsor in 2010 for sexual purposes. No charges have been filed.By Megan Specia
Published on : Fri May 22 2026
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Great BritainAndrew, Duke of YorkEpstein, Jeffrey E (1953- )Giuffre, Virginia Roberts

Deadly Measles Outbreak Sickens Thousands of Children in Bangladesh
The outbreak, with more than 8,000 confirmed cases and another 60,000 suspected infections, has prompted an emergency vaccination drive.By Saif Hasnat and John Yoon
Published on : Fri May 22 2026
worldasia
BangladeshDhaka (Bangladesh)United Nations Children's Fund

Exploring the Universe with a World of Antennas
With 263 antennas spread across the U.S. and Mexico, the Next Generation Very Large Array, would join a new wave of radio astronomy.By Katrina Miller
Published on : Fri May 22 2026
science
United StatesNew MexicoMexico

In Jab at Trump, Mexico Targets Foreign Election Meddling
Mexico is moving to add protections from “foreign interference” in elections. The rules seem aimed at Washington, but they raised concerns about Mexico’s democracy.By Jack Nicas and Emiliano Rodríguez Mega
Published on : Fri May 22 2026
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MexicoUnited StatesCentral Intelligence AgencyMorena (Mexican Political Party)Lopez Obrador, Andres ManuelSheinbaum, ClaudiaTrump, Donald J

Iran and Oman in Talks Over Strait of Hormuz Ship Payment System
The discussions suggest that the United States and the Iranian government may not be close to reaching a deal to end a war that has badly damaged the global economy.By Ephrat Livni, Vivian Nereim, Erika Solomon and Farnaz Fassihi
Published on : Fri May 22 2026
worldmiddleeast
Strait of HormuzIran

Cuba Celebrates Raúl Castro After U.S. Accuses Him of Murder
Cuban officials closed ranks around Mr. Castro, their embattled former president, who was indicted on murder charges in the downing of two civilian planes 30 years ago.By Frances Robles
Published on : Fri May 22 2026
worldamericas
CubaBrothers to the RescueCastro, FidelCastro, RaulDiaz-Canel Bermudez, MiguelKerry, JohnRubio, MarcoTrump, Donald J

Alberta Will Vote on Staying in Canada in October. Here’s What to Know.
Premier Danielle Smith announced that she would ask citizens to vote on whether they want to stay in Canada, or hold a referendum to secede.By Matina Stevis-Gridneff
Published on : Fri May 22 2026
worldcanada
Alberta (Canada)CanadaSmith, Danielle (1971- )Carney, Mark JTrump, Donald J

Cuban Pilot Charged in Downing of Planes Lived in Florida
The pilot, Luis González-Pardo, was one of the defendants in the indictment that included former Cuban President Raúl Castro.By David C. Adams
Published on : Thu May 21 2026
worldamericas
CubaFloridaJacksonville (Fla)Miami (Fla)United StatesBrothers to the RescueFederal Bureau of InvestigationFoundation for Human Rights in CubaInternational Civil Aviation OrganizationUnited States Air ForceUnited NationsBiden, Joseph R JrCastro, RaulRubio, Marco

In Greenland, Protesters Denounce Opening of Bigger U.S. Consulate
“Go away!” demonstrators yelled outside the newly opened diplomatic outpost, as guests inside nibbled on musk ox hot dogs.By Maya Tekeli and Jeffrey Gettleman
Published on : Thu May 21 2026
worldeurope
Nuuk (Greenland)

Britain vs. Bonds
Bond markets have been putting fear into the hearts of politicians for a long time. Britain has become the latest case study.By Katrin Bennhold
Published on : Thu May 21 2026
world
EnglandConservative Party (Great Britain)Bank of England

Turkish Court Ruling Means New Trouble for Erdogan’s Foes
A surprise judgment replaced the leader of Turkey’s main opposition party with a former leader known for losing elections.By Ben Hubbard and Safak Timur
Published on : Thu May 21 2026
worldmiddleeast
Istanbul (Turkey)Ankara (Turkey)Justice and Development Party (Turkey)Erdogan, Recep TayyipKilicdaroglu, KemalImamoglu, Ekrem

U.N. Official Who Says U.S. Punished Her for Speech Wins a Round in Court
The government has appealed a judge’s ruling that it violated the free speech rights of Francesca Albanese, who was sanctioned for speaking out against Israel.By Ephrat Livni
Published on : Thu May 21 2026
worldmiddleeast
International Criminal CourtUnited NationsState DepartmentAlbanese, Francesca PRubio, MarcoNetanyahu, BenjaminGallant, Yoav

Germany Charges Two Men With Plotting to Kill Jewish Leaders on Iran’s Behalf
European authorities have grown concerned about a rise in Iranian intelligence activity in Europe in the wake of the U.S.-Israeli war in Iran.By Christopher F. Schuetze
Published on : Thu May 21 2026
worldeurope
GermanyIranIslamic Revolutionary Guards Corps

How Did the Former Prince Andrew Get an Envoy Job, Anyway?
Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor is accused of sharing secrets with Jeffrey Epstein when he was a British trade envoy. Newly released documents shed some light on how he got the appointment.By Stephen Castle
Published on : Thu May 21 2026
worldeurope
Great BritainAndrew, Duke of YorkEpstein, Jeffrey E (1953- )Mandelson, Peter

U.S.-Bound Flight Diverted to Canada Because of Ebola Restrictions
An Air France plane was sent to Montreal because a passenger from the Democratic Republic of Congo was on board. The U.S. has closed its borders to recent visitors to the African country.By Amelia Nierenberg
Published on : Thu May 21 2026
worldafrica
Congo, Democratic Republic of (Congo-Kinshasa)United StatesAfricaMontreal (Quebec)Air France

Trump Again Says He Will Talk to Taiwan’s Leader, Risking China’s Anger
President Lai Ching-te of Taiwan said he would be happy to speak with President Trump, a move that would defy U.S. diplomatic protocol and infuriate China.By John Yoon, Chris Buckley and Amy Chang Chien
Published on : Thu May 21 2026
worldasia
ChinaTaiwanUnited StatesTaiwan StraitTrump, Donald JLai Ching-te

Samsung Averts a Walkout With Big Bonuses, but Discord Over A.I. Profits Brews
Samsung Electronics, a global memory chip supplier, has been a major beneficiary of the A.I boom. It has also become the center of a debate over how to divide its spoils.By Max Kim
Published on : Thu May 21 2026
business
South KoreaSamsung Electronics CoSamsung Group

A Powerful El Niño Is Forming. If History Is a Guide, It Could Hit Hard.
The biggest episodes of the past have altered the course of human events, according to researchers. An emerging one is drawing historic comparisons.By Chico Harlan
Published on : Thu May 21 2026
climate
Far East, South and Southeast Asia and Pacific AreasIndiaPacific Ocean

China’s Endless Housing Crisis Shows Faint Signs of Hope
Property prices in Shanghai, in particular, are rebounding, but the national market still faces an enormous overhang — 90 million empty or unfinished apartments.By Keith Bradsher
Published on : Thu May 21 2026
business
ChinaBeijing (China)Shanghai (China)

In Blackout-Hit Cuba, Word of U.S. Castro Indictment Spreads Slowly
While many Cubans were divided over the legitimacy of the U.S. charging Raúl Castro with murder, the hope for developments that might ease their suffering is widespread.By Emma Bubola
Published on : Thu May 21 2026
worldamericas
CubaHavana (Cuba)Castro, RaulDiaz-Canel Bermudez, Miguel