Rwanda to free Paul Rusesabagina, inspiration for ‘Hotel Rwanda,’ government says

Rwanda says it will release Paul Rusesabagina, a former hotel manager portrayed as a hero in a Hollywood film about the 1994 genocide, after he was sentenced to 25 years in prison on terrorism charges in 2021.

By Katharine HoureldMarch 24, 2023

King Charles III postpones first overseas visit as pension protests rock France

Protests over Macron's pledge to raise the retirement age in France upended plans to host King Charles III for the first state visit of his reign.

By Ellen Francis and Claire ParkerMarch 24, 2023

Ukraine live briefing: Zelensky visits Kherson; European allies promise more artillery

European Union leaders pledged to jointly deliver 1 million artillery rounds to Kyiv over the next year, as President Volodymyr Zelensky visited Kherson.

By Niha Masih, Adela Suliman and Adam TaylorMarch 24, 2023

India’s top opposition leader Gandhi expelled from Parliament after conviction

The defamation conviction of Rahul Gandhi, which supporters say is politically motivated, also means he cannot run for any elections for the next six years.

By Anant Gupta and Gerry ShihMarch 24, 2023

Governments around the world have moved to ban or restrict TikTok amid security fears

In the past months, numerous countries have moved to limit TikTok, fearing that it could be used to gain access to their citizens’ data or to spread propaganda.

By Jennifer Hassan, Ruby Mellen and Adam TaylorMarch 24, 2023

8 things to know about traveling in Europe during labor strikes

Trips to the U.K. and France may see disruptions to air travel, rail transportation and even sanitation services through spring and summer.

By Hannah SampsonMarch 24, 2023

You can walk on the mosaic where King Charles will be crowned — in your socks

Visitors to London’s Westminster Abbey will be able to stand on the rare Cosmati pavement where King Charles will be crowned — but they will have to take their shoes off.

By Victoria BissetMarch 24, 2023

In China, embattled TikTok chief seen as hero defying bullying U.S.

Chinese companies planning to invest in the United States are also expressing worry that they might face similar treatment as Shou Zi Chew.

By Vic Chiang and Lily KuoMarch 24, 2023

Drone attack kills U.S. contractor in Syria, prompting airstrike response

The Pentagon launched precision airstrikes in response to the attack, which officials attributed to militants affiliated with Iran.

By Dan LamotheMarch 24, 2023

Grindr warns Egyptian police may be using fake accounts to trap users

The gay dating app is sending regular warnings to its users in Egypt, alleging that the authorities are using fake accounts for entrapment.

By Kelsey AblesMarch 24, 2023

Warm winter threatens beloved Canadian tradition: The hair-freezing contest

Climate change and warmer winters threaten to disrupt the annual hair-freezing contest at Eclipse Nordic Hot Springs in Canada’s Yukon region.

By María Luisa PaúlMarch 24, 2023

China, Haiti and migration top agenda for Biden-Trudeau meeting

Biden makes his first visit to Canada as president at a time of growing international tensions.

By Matt Viser and Amanda ColettaMarch 24, 2023

Zebra who ran through busy Seoul streets escaped zoo after parents died

Sero's rebellious streak emerged after the deaths of both his parents, zoo officials said. He was caught after his escapade and is safely home.

By Andrew JeongMarch 24, 2023

The secretive Israeli think tank behind Netanyahu’s judicial overhaul

The role of the Kohelet Policy Forum in Israel's controversial judicial overhaul has shown the far-reaching political influence of the once obscure think tank.

By Shira RubinMarch 24, 2023

Between Avdiivka and Bakhmut, Ukrainian forces fight Russia on tough terrain

Some front-line Ukranian positions near the town of Niu-York have not moved since 2014, but Russians are pushing south from Bakhmut and north from Avdiivka, aiming to encircle them.

By Alex Horton and Anastacia GalouchkaMarch 24, 2023

The U.S. connection to Uganda’s ‘kill the gays’ bill

While Republican lawmakers are engineering a wave of anti-LGBTQ legislation in some states, U.S. religious groups have campaigned in Africa for hard-line measures there.

By Ishaan TharoorMarch 24, 2023

Ukraine live briefing: ICC and Ukraine agree to open country office; E.U. leaders discuss plans to pressure Russia

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky toured the front-line region of Kherson on Thursday, his second visit to a battleground area in two days.

By Niha Masih, Adela Suliman, Miriam Berger and Sammy WestfallMarch 23, 2023

Are Skittles dangerous? A California bill aims to ban chemicals in candy.

A proposed bill would ban chemicals used in processed foods, including Skittles and Hot Tamales. Here's what you need to know about red dye No. 3 and titanium dioxide.

By Jennifer Hassan, Helier Cheung and Marlene CimonsMarch 23, 2023

France strikes intensify as anger mounts over retirement age hike

Protesters in Paris blocked access to a terminal at France’s busiest airport as workers went on strike over Macron’s plan to raise the retirement age.

By Ellen Francis and Claire ParkerMarch 23, 2023

Netanyahu vows to push through judicial overhaul amid nationwide protests

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said he will lead efforts to push through a judicial overhaul, even as protests raged across the country.

By Shira Rubin and Steve HendrixMarch 23, 2023