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Trump Again Shifts U.S. Focus on Strait, Pausing Day-Old Escort Mission
The president made the announcement in a social media post just hours after Secretary of State Marco Rubio had affirmed the newly created mission, which bore little connection to the original justification for war.Published on : Tue May 05 2026
Trump Promised Transparency in Venezuela, but Oil Secrets Linger
Trump officials and their Venezuelan allies have promised a new era of accountability to unlock Venezuela’s immense oil wealth. But the country’s oil industry remains a black hole.By Anatoly Kurmanaev and Adriana Loureiro Fernandez
Published on : Tue May 05 2026
world
United StatesPetroleos de Venezuela SAMaduro, NicolasTrump, Donald J
Trump Looks for a Silver Bullet to End the Iran War. There May Be None.
The president is trying to ratchet up the economic pressure on Tehran, but Iran’s government is unlikely to make a deal without a big, face-saving compromise.By Steven Erlanger
Published on : Tue May 05 2026
worldmiddleeast
IranStrait of HormuzUnited StatesTrump, Donald J
A Visitor From the Oort Cloud: Rare Comet Appears in Southern Skies
Known as C/2025 R3 PANSTARRS, the comet will be visible to stargazers using a telescope in New Zealand, Australia and South Africa.By Laura Chung
Published on : Tue May 05 2026
worldaustralia
AustraliaNew ZealandSouth Africa
Where Have Modi’s Rivals Gone? India Under One Party
With his triumph in West Bengal state elections, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has moved closer to his dream of an opposition-free India.By Alex Travelli, Hari Kumar and Pragati K.B.
Published on : Tue May 05 2026
worldasia
IndiaWest Bengal (India)Tamil Nadu (India)Bharatiya Janata PartyIndian National CongressModi, NarendraGandhi, Rahul
What a Bike Ride Showed Me About Apartheid’s Legacy
A New York Times reporter joined a group of cyclists on a route meant to break down Cape Town’s lingering racial and economic barriers.By John Eligon and Tommy Trenchard
Published on : Tue May 05 2026
worldafrica
Cape Town (South Africa)South Africa
Taiwan Could Learn From Ukraine. Informally, Connections Are Growing.
The governments have no official diplomatic or military ties. But a loose network led by company executives and volunteers is bridging some of that gulf.By Maria Varenikova and Amy Chang Chien
Published on : Tue May 05 2026
worldeurope
UkraineTaiwanChina
What to Know About the Growing Saudi Arabia-U.A.E. Rift
Officials say competition between the countries is healthy. But tensions are mounting over energy quotas, regional conflicts and their different visions for the Middle East.By Ismaeel Naar
Published on : Tue May 05 2026
worldmiddleeast
Saudi ArabiaUnited Arab EmiratesMohammed bin Salman (1985- )Nahyan, Mohamed bin Zayed al- (1961- )
Cruise Ship Struck by Hantavirus Is to Head to Canary Islands, W.H.O. Says
The Spanish government will receive the vessel. The World Health Organization said human-to-human transmission may have played a role in the outbreak.By Max Kim, Lynsey Chutel and Claire Moses
Published on : Tue May 05 2026
worldafrica
Cape VerdeCanary IslandsOceanwide Expeditions BVWorld Health Organization
Fireworks Factory Blast in China Kills at Least 26
Dozens more were injured in the explosion, which appeared to be one of the country’s deadliest in recent years.By Chris Buckley
Published on : Tue May 05 2026
worldasia
ChinaCommunist Party of ChinaXi Jinping
The Uncertain Fate of France’s Last Two Captive Orcas
France must decide what to do with two orcas marooned at a deserted marine park: move them to another park, or release them into an open-water sanctuary.By Ana Castelain
Published on : Tue May 05 2026
worldeurope
FranceMarineland
With World Distracted by War, Extremist Settlers Intensify Attacks in West Bank
Israel has failed to arrest a wave of violence against Palestinians, prompting military officials to urge the government to intervene.By Natan Odenheimer, David M. Halbfinger and Fatima AbdulKarim
Published on : Mon May 04 2026
worldmiddleeast
IsraelWest BankYesh DinBen-Gvir, ItamarZamir, Eyal
‘The Death Zone’: How Russia Is Luring Africans to Ukraine
A growing number of men across the continent say they are being promised jobs in Russia, only to be forced into the war. Some go as mercenaries, but many more are drawn unwittingly.By Matthew Mpoke Bigg, John Eligon, Zimasa Matiwane and Ed Ram
Published on : Mon May 04 2026
worldafrica
AfricaRussiaUkraineKenyaSouth AfricaGhanaTanzaniaZambiaNigeriaTogoBotswanaMaliNairobi (Kenya)
Three Generations Lost: A Son’s Search for Justice After the Hong Kong Fire
Lee Chun Ho lost four members of his household in last November’s apartment-tower blaze. He’s now telling an investigative committee what contractors ignored.By Anjali Tsui
Published on : Mon May 04 2026
worldasia
Hong KongLee Chun Ho
Trump’s U-turn and hopes of a deal ease tensions in energy markets.
By Qasim Nauman and Erica L. Green
Published on : Wed May 06 2026
worldmiddleeast
In Romania, Living With Weapons of War Spilling Into NATO Territory
Four years of battle in Ukraine is taking a toll on neighboring Romanians. Even if the war has not crossed the border, drones have done so.By Lara Jakes and Andrada Lautaru
Published on : Wed May 06 2026
worldeurope
RomaniaRussiaUkraineNorth Atlantic Treaty Organization
Khaled Sabsabi’s Rocky Road From Australia to the Biennale
The Lebanese-Australian artist almost lost his Venice Biennale commission after he was accused of supporting terrorism. Reinstated, he is arriving in Venice showing not one but two works.By Will Higginbotham
Published on : Wed May 06 2026
artsdesign
AustraliaNasrallah, HassanKhaled Sabsabi
World Cup or Bust: Going Into Debt, Sleeping 10 to a Room, and Layovers for Days
Dynamic ticket pricing has made this year’s tournament the most expensive in history, pushing Argentine fans to extremes.By Tariq Panja, Emma Bubola, Lucía Cholakian Herrera and Sarah Pabst
Published on : Wed May 06 2026
worldamericas
ArgentinaBuenos Aires (Argentina)International Federation of Association Football (FIFA)Messi, Lionel
Reclaiming the Name of the Black Hero Who Inspired ‘Uncle Tom’s Cabin’
After 42 years of slavery, Josiah Henson escaped to Canada, where he wrote a memoir, founded a school and led others to freedom. But his home long bore the name “Uncle Tom,” to the offense of many.By Ian Austen and Ian Willms
Published on : Wed May 06 2026
worldcanada
Ontario (Canada)CanadaStowe, Harriet Beecher
In Talks With Iran, China Calls for Opening of Strait of Hormuz
China’s top diplomat also warned against the restarting of hostilities as he met with Iran’s foreign minister. The U.S. has urged China to pressure Iran to reopen the waterway.By Chris Buckley
Published on : Wed May 06 2026
worldasia
United States NavyAraghchi, AbbasRubio, MarcoWang YiXi Jinping
Courting Anxious Allies, Japan Pitches Stability and Strength in Asia
Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi is attempting to raise Japan’s profile at a time when China’s clout is rising and doubts about the United States are spreading.By Javier C. Hernández
Published on : Wed May 06 2026
worldasia
AustraliaChinaJapanEast AsiaAlbanese, Anthony (1963- )Takaichi, SanaeTrump, Donald JLam, To
White House Insists Iran War Is Over, Even While Missiles Fly
The White House is turning to rhetorical leaps as President Trump tries to put the biggest political crisis of his presidency behind him.By David E. Sanger
Published on : Wed May 06 2026
uspolitics
IranMiddle EastStrait of HormuzDefense DepartmentState DepartmentIslamic Revolutionary Guards CorpsTrump, Donald JRubio, MarcoHegseth, PeteCaine, John Daniel (1968- )
Hantavirus Outbreaks Are Rare, but They Aren’t Going Away and There’s No Cure
Since the family of rodent-borne infections were identified in the 1950s, they have turned up all over the world.By Adeel Hassan
Published on : Tue May 05 2026
health
Andes MountainsArgentinaBaltimore (Md)ChileNew MexicoPatagonia (Argentina)
Deadly Russian Strikes Rip Into Ukrainian Cities
At least 12 people were killed in Zaporizhzhia, one of the highest tolls from a single attack so far this year. The cities of Dnipro and Kramatorsk were also attacked.By Cassandra Vinograd
Published on : Tue May 05 2026
worldeurope
Zaporizhzhia (Ukraine)Dnipro (Ukraine)Kramatorsk (Ukraine)RussiaUkrainePutin, Vladimir VZelensky, Volodymyr
For Canada’s Ceremonial Head of State, a Symbol of Rights and the Rule of Law
Prime Minister Mark Carney’s appointment of Louise Arbour, a former Supreme Court justice, as governor general, sends a message beyond Canada.By Ian Austen
Published on : Tue May 05 2026
worldcanada
CanadaGreat BritainSupreme Court of CanadaArbour, LouiseCarney, Mark JCharles III, King of the United Kingdom
Trump Says U.S. Pausing Efforts to Guide Ships Through Strait Blocked by Iran
President Trump said a U.S. blockade of the Strait of Hormuz would “remain in full force.” The shift came after the defense secretary said U.S. efforts to free trapped vessels would continue.By Erica L. Green, Eric Schmitt, Greg Jaffe and Leo Sands
Published on : Tue May 05 2026
worldmiddleeast
IranLebanonIsraelUnited Arab EmiratesStrait of HormuzPakistanUnited StatesHezbollahJoint Chiefs of StaffCaine, John Daniel (1968- )Hegseth, PeteTrump, Donald J
Iran announces a new system for traffic in the Strait of Hormuz.
By Anushka Patil
Published on : Tue May 05 2026
worldmiddleeast
Can Trump Strong-Arm Iran?
The president seems to be searching for a silver bullet to end the war. There might not be one.By Katrin Bennhold
Published on : Tue May 05 2026
world
Strait of HormuzIranChinaTurkeyAlghorra, Saher
Andrew Tate’s Civil Trial Over Assault Claims Is Postponed
A British judge on Tuesday ordered a delay in a civil trial set for June after the police said they would reinvestigate criminal accusations against Mr. Tate.By Isabella Kwai
Published on : Tue May 05 2026
worldeurope
Tate, Andrew (1986- )Tate, Tristan
Is It Time to Tax the Oil and Gas Industry’s Windfall?
The war in Iran has meant big profits for fossil fuel companies, prompting some lawmakers to call for a tax. But that would be easier said than done.By Claire Brown
Published on : Tue May 05 2026
climate
EuropeWashington (DC)BP PlcShell PlcTotalEnergies SETrump, Donald JCarter, Jimmy
What We Know About ‘Project Freedom’ in the Strait of Hormuz
Violence flared in the waterway on Monday after President Trump said the United States would help guide stranded ships. It’s not clear exactly how the plan is working.By Amelia Nierenberg
Published on : Tue May 05 2026
worldmiddleeast
IranStrait of HormuzTrump, Donald J
After Setbacks, Ford Says Its Affordable Electric Truck Is on Track
Ford Motor has written off $20 billion in electric vehicle investments but says it is forging ahead with an electric pickup that will sell for $30,000 next year.By Jack Ewing
Published on : Tue May 05 2026
business
ChinaLong Beach (Calif)Ford Motor CoTesla Motors IncBYD Co LtdField, Doug (Automotive Executive)Farley, James D Jr (1962- )Ford, William Clay Jr
The Venice Biennale and Its Many Flashpoints: An Explainer
The sudden death of a curator, the surprise participation of Russia and an unconventional U.S. entry are heating up the art world Olympics, which begins previews Tuesday.By Zachary Small
Published on : Tue May 05 2026
artsdesign
Venice (Italy)United StatesUkraineInternational Criminal CourtAllen, Alma (1970- )Fainaru, Belu-SimionKouoh, KoyoParido, Jenni
Here’s the latest.
By Erica L. Green, Megan Mineiro, Eric Schmitt and Greg Jaffe
Published on : Tue May 05 2026
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