U.N. wants Great Barrier Reef labeled ‘in danger.’ Australia says ‘no need.’
The U.N.-backed report said it “sympathizes with” concerns that labeling the World Heritage Site as endangered could affect vital tourism.
By Ellen FrancisWhat is China’s ‘zero covid’ policy and why did it trigger protests?
China's "zero covid" restrictions have led to a wave of discontent among its citizens. Here's what to know about the policy.
By Bryan PietschUkraine live briefing: U.S. to announce help for Ukraine’s damaged energy infrastructure
The United States is expected to announce steps to help Ukraine withstand Russian attacks on its energy infrastructure, as NATO diplomats gather in Romania.
By Missy Ryan, Andrew Jeong and Leo SandsFrom a bunker, an acting mayor keeps her front-line Ukraine town alive
Russia has shelled city hall so incessantly that Svitlana Mandrych had to move her office underground, where she answers pleas for help from desperate residents.
By Samantha Schmidt and Serhii KorolchukChina clamps down on ‘zero covid’ protests, loosens some pandemic measures
Beijing relaxed some “zero covid” measures while stepping up censorship and making arrests amid more small protests.
By Lyric LiWhat you need to know about China’s covid protests
A deadly fire provoked the weekend demonstrations across the country, but protesters’ grievances about China's covid policy run deep.
By Christian ShepherdReporter still haunted by Itaewon crowd crush, a tragedy close to home
A Post reporter who lives in the Seoul district covered the tragedy that night and for days after. A month later, she reflects on the difficulty of moving on.
By Kelly Kasulis ChoUkraine live briefing: G-7 to discuss assault on Ukraine’s power grid; Zelensky warns citizens to brace for more Russian airstrikes
In Brussels Monday, European diplomats will try to move forward with U.S.-backed plans to cap the price of Russian oil after talks last week stalled.
By Missy Ryan, Maham Javaid, Sammy Westfall, Jennifer Hassan and Rachel PannettHans Magnus Enzensberger, German poet and intellectual, dies at 93
His unorthodox poems and essays made him one of postwar Germany’s leading authors. He also found a global audience with his children’s book “The Number Devil.”
By Harrison SmithHow blank sheets of paper became a protest symbol in China
As demonstrations flared across China, participants raised white sheets of paper as a symbol — and protest — of government censorship.
By Sammy WestfallUkraine’s drone hunters scramble to destroy Russia’s Iranian-built fleet
Russia has retreated on the battlefield but continues to strike Ukraine with Iranian-made Shahed drones., so Ukraine's drone hunters patrol at night to shoot them down.
By Michael E. Miller and Anastacia GalouchkaChina’s rare protests spark demonstrations of solidarity around globe
Vigils in solidarity with Chinese protests after a deadly fire in Urumqi have been held in Hong Kong, Taipei and London, with more planned on U.S. college campuses.
By Theodora Yu and Leo SandsOscar attention puts Pakistan’s transgender community under the spotlight
Acclaimed Pakistani film "Joyland," depicting a taboo romance, was briefly banned at home amid religious criticism.
By Pamela ConstableAmerican woman lost at sea in Mexico is confirmed dead, university says
Yeon-Su Kim and Corey Allen were reported missing after kayaking near Rocky Point in Mexico’s Sonora state on Thanksgiving. The search for Allen continues.
By Maham JavaidRare protests against China’s ‘zero covid’ policy erupt across country
Demonstrations were sparked by accusations that pandemic restrictions had hampered rescuers trying to reach a deadly fire in Xinjiang.
By Lily KuoUkraine live briefing: Electricity coming back online, Zelensky says; Russians may be fleeing power plant
House Republicans, who will soon hold a slim majority, warned the Biden administration to expect tougher oversight of the $20 billion in military aid to Ukraine
By Nick Parker, Jennifer Hassan and Marisa IatiCamilla replaces traditional ladies-in-waiting with ‘Queen’s Companions’
Camilla’s new "Queen’s Companions" include long-standing and close friends.
By Sammy WestfallFrench man wins right to not be ‘fun’ at work
The man won his wrongful termination case after refusing to take part in social activities he called "humiliating and intrusive."
By Rachel PannettBelarusian Foreign Minister Vladimir Makei dies ‘suddenly,’ state says
The Foreign Ministry provided no details about Makei's death. He was set to meet his Russian counterpart, Sergei Lavrov, this week.
By Bryan PietschKim Jong Un’s daughter emerges from secrecy for second time in days
New photos released by North Korean state media show the leader with his young daughter at a missile launch event, fueling speculation over his motivation or possible succession plans.
By Leo Sands