Russia-Ukraine war live updates: Evacuation of Ukrainian soldiers underway at Mariupol steel plant
Even as Russia secured a victory in Mariupol, it suffered another setback on the global stage, as Sweden ended 200 years of military nonalignment to join Finland in applying for NATO membership.
Sweden joins Finland in seeking NATO membership
Putin said Finland and Sweden’s entry into NATO did not represent an imminent danger to Russia, but he warned the same would not be true if NATO staged a military buildup in the two countries.
Biden to lift some Trump-era restrictions on Cuba
The Biden administration is lifting restrictions on Cuba, including some aspects of travel to the island, caps on remittances and the issuance of at least 20,000 immigrant visas annually.
McDonald’s seeks to sell Russian business that is ‘no longer tenable’
French automaker Renault also announced the sale of its Russian assets for 1 ruble amid the ongoing war in Ukraine.
Charles and Camilla visit Canada amid residential schools reckoning
The tour is to “highlight an emphasis on learning from Indigenous peoples." Other royals traveling this year have faced demands for apologies and reparations.
Russia boycott: A list of global campaigns that are underway in support of Ukraine
From vodka to soccer, retailers and international sporting bodies have announced boycotts of Russian goods and benched Russian teams in a symbolic global movement designed to show solidarity with Ukraine.
Teresa Berganza, celebrated Spanish opera star, dies at 89
The mezzo-soprano was known for her roles in works by Mozart and Rossini.
Élisabeth Borne appointed as next prime minister of France
The outgoing labor minister is the second woman in history to hold the post.
Maps of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine
Russia has launched an extensive assault on Ukraine. We're mapping how Russian troops are advancing.
Pope Francis canonizes Indian man who struggled against caste
The announcement is significant for India’s 28 million Christians, many of whom hail from lower castes.
Russian oligarchs loved luxe Sardinia. Now they’re frozen out of paradise.
At least eight villas spread out across 10 miles have been frozen by the Italian government.
How countries around the world have responded to mass shootings
A shooting in Buffalo on Saturday left 10 people dead. Here's how other countries have responded to such massacres.
Queen Elizabeth II attends first Jubilee event, gets standing ovation
Queen Elizabeth II celebrated the first event of her Platinum Jubilee celebration by attending a celebrity-studded equestrian show.
Once China’s darling, tech industry is burdened by covid and crackdowns
Many in China's tech industry fear that the best days of the sector may be behind it.
U.S. issues charges in first criminal cryptocurrency sanctions case
A U.S. judge disclosed the first criminal prosecution involving the attempted use of cryptocurrency to evade economic sanctions as American regulators race to stem the exploitation of virtual moneys.
Coronavirus cases, deaths in North Korea surge as Kim blames officials
Authorities say that more than a million people have fallen ill with "fever" and experts fear tens of thousands could die.
Why Turkey dissents on Finland and Sweden joining NATO and why it matters
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has said Turkey is not “favorable” toward Finland and Sweden joining NATO, but he has not ruled it out.
Elon Musk’s free-speech agenda poses safety risks on global stage
Elon Musk’s vow to restore free speech to Twitter is likely to be difficult to implement in the U.S. But it will be even more complicated abroad in places such as India.
Sweden, Finland move toward NATO membership
Swedish Prime Minister Magdalena Andersson said Sunday that Russia’s invasion of Ukraine has undermined “the European security order."