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Israel Attacks Yemeni Capital, a Day After Houthi Drone Strike
The New York Times – World
· US
The Israeli military said it was targeting sites linked to the Houthi militia, but a witness said a residential building was hit. A day earlier, a Houthi drone…
Microsoft Disables Some Services to Israel’s Defense Ministry
The New York Times – World
· US
Microsoft said it found that Israel was violating some terms of service for its products and that it does “not provide technology to facilitate mass surveillan…
Gambians Say, ‘Thank You’ After U.S. Denied Local Officials Visas to Attend U.N. Gathering
The New York Times – World
· US
Gambians who see officials’ attendance at international events as taxpayer-funded vacations were grateful when some officials were refused U.S. entry for the U…
The nation’s top federal health official said the United States could not support W.H.O. policies that he claimed promoted abortion and “radical gender ideolog…
Netanyahu Addresses the U.N. as Gaza War Nears Two-Year Mark
The New York Times – World
· US
Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the article:
• Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu rejected the idea of a Palestinian state, vowing to con…
Israel’s isolation deepens with a wave of recognitions of Palestinian statehood.
The New York Times – World
· US
Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the article:
• Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu rejected the idea of a Palestinian state, saying Israel…
Netanyahu Took a Circuitous Route to the U.N. Meeting
The New York Times – World
· US
The Israeli prime minister, who is subject to an international arrest warrant for war crimes charges, avoided France and Spain, which have sharply criticized t…
Russian Assets, Frozen in Europe, Could Help Ukraine in New Plan
The New York Times – World
· US
Germany’s chancellor is the latest to back a loan plan that is meant to send a message to Moscow that Ukraine will not collapse. But the idea carries risks.
Netanyahu Wears QR Code Referencing Oct. 7 During U.N. Speech
The New York Times – World
· US
During his speech to the U.N., Israel’s prime minister sought to focus attention on the carnage of the Hamas-led attacks on southern Israel that led to the war…
Hackers Steal Children’s Data and Photos from U.K. Nursery Chain
The New York Times – World
· US
Kido International, which runs nursery schools, reported the incident to the authorities after hackers posted sensitive data on the dark web and demanded a ran…
At U.N., China Casts Itself as Defender of International Order
The New York Times – World
· US
Li Qiang, China’s second-highest-ranking official, portrayed Beijing as stable leader at a time when President Trump is pulling back from international institu…
North Korea Sends Delegation From Pyongyang to General Assembly After Long Absence
The New York Times – World
· US
The last time North Korea sent officials directly from the capital was in 2018, a year before direct diplomacy between its leader, Kim Jong-un, and President T…
Argentina’s President Vowed to Fix Its Economy. Then Came a Crisis.
The New York Times – World
· US
President Javier Milei slashed inflation and spending, but it wasn’t enough to stave off an economic crisis. President Trump has offered him a lifeline.
Defiant Netanyahu Denounces Palestine Recognition, to a Mostly Empty U.N. Hall
The New York Times – World
· US
A Palestinian state would be “national suicide” for Israel, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said, but many of the diplomats and leaders at the assembly boyco…
Brutal Murder of 3 Women, Broadcast On Instagram, Shocks Argentina
The New York Times – World
· US
The live streamed torture and killing of three young women in Buenos Aires has stunned the country, setting off worries about the increasing presence of drug c…
The United States has blown up several boats in the Caribbean Sea and is now increasing its military presence off the coast of Venezuela. Julie Turkewitz, repo…
Israel, Iran — and the Family Killed in the Crossfire
The New York Times – World
· US
In June, Israel attacked Iran’s nuclear facilities, defense systems and top military officials. Iran’s retaliation included ballistic missiles that struck majo…
U.S. Says It Will Revoke Colombian President’s Visa
The New York Times – World
· US
The State Department called President Gustavo Petro of Colombia reckless after he called for U.S. soldiers to disobey President Trump at a pro-Palestinian rall…
Outages to Government Services Continue After Fire at South Korean Data Center
The New York Times – World
· US
Hundreds of state services were still offline the day after a lithium battery exploded during maintenance work at a data center, officials said. The fire was e…
World Leaders of a Worried Center-Left Gather to Discuss Ways to Fight Back
The New York Times – World
· US
Mark Carney, Keir Starmer, Pete Buttigieg and Jacinda Ardern were among those at a London summit as a rising populist right appears to threaten progressive pol…
Sonam Wangchuk, who was arrested on Friday, is the face of resistance to what he says is government overreach in a small but strategically important Himalayan …
Netanyahu’s Defiant U.N. Speech Aimed at Home as Well as the World
The New York Times – World
· US
The Israeli prime minister faced walkouts and protests at the United Nations, but signaled that resisting Palestinian statehood could become the core of his ap…
China’s Small Steps Look Bigger Next to Trump’s Retreat
The New York Times – World
· US
Beijing’s climate and trade pledges at the U.N. highlighted how modest moves can stand out when the United States is pulling back from global leadership.
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Israel Attacks Yemeni Capital, a Day After Houthi Drone Strike
Source: The New York Times – World
·
The Israeli military said it was targeting sites linked to the Houthi militia, but a witness said a residential building was hit. A day earlier, a Houthi drone hit the Israeli city of Eilat.
Microsoft Disables Some Services to Israel’s Defense Ministry
Source: The New York Times – World
·
Microsoft said it found that Israel was violating some terms of service for its products and that it does “not provide technology to facilitate mass surveillance of civilians.”
Gambians Say, ‘Thank You’ After U.S. Denied Local Officials Visas to Attend U.N. Gathering
Source: The New York Times – World
·
Gambians who see officials’ attendance at international events as taxpayer-funded vacations were grateful when some officials were refused U.S. entry for the U.N. General Assembly.
Trump Wades Into Bailout Politics in Offering a Lifeline to Argentina
Source: The New York Times – World
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Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the article:
• The US Treasury Department is considering a $20 billion loan to support Argentina's President Javier Milei, which could come with economic and political risks.
• The loan is intended to prop up Argentina's sputtering economy and boost the fortunes of President Milei, who is seen as a kindred spirit by President Trump.
• The move has been rebuked by American agriculture groups, who are still reeling from the impact of President Trump's trade war with China on their industries.
• The loan could tie the US to the financial fate of Argentina, which has been plagued by surging inflation and rampant debt for decades.
Abbas’s Message on Gaza to the United Nations
Source: The New York Times – World
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The president of the Palestinian Authority addressed the U.N. General Assembly by video after the U.S. denied him a visa.
Kennedy Says U.S. Rejects Global Health Goals
Source: The New York Times – World
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The nation’s top federal health official said the United States could not support W.H.O. policies that he claimed promoted abortion and “radical gender ideology.”
Canada Orders Postal Service to End Door-to-Door Mail Delivery
Source: The New York Times – World
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The government’s previous attempts at postal service cuts were politically unpopular, but Canada Post’s dire financial situation has expedited them.
As Trump’s H-1B Visa Fee Targets Foreign Workers, China Woos Them
Source: The New York Times – World
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A new visa for science and engineering graduates is part of China’s effort to establish itself as the world leader in science and technology.
Abbas’s Message to the United Nations
Source: The New York Times – World
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The president of the Palestinian Authority addressed the U.N. General Assembly by video after the U.S. denied him a visa.
Netanyahu Addresses the U.N. as Gaza War Nears Two-Year Mark
Source: The New York Times – World
·
Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the article:
• Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu rejected the idea of a Palestinian state, vowing to continue military actions against Hamas in Gaza, and accused nations that recognized Palestinian statehood of "mark[ing] a shame on all of you".
• Netanyahu's speech to the UN General Assembly was met with a walkout by representatives from dozens of countries, who are demanding an end to the war in Gaza.
• The Israeli leader also accused the international community of being unwilling to support Israel's efforts to combat multiple threats, including Hamas, Hezbollah, Iran, and the Houthis, and blamed critics for "buckling and caving" when the going got tough for Israel.
• Netanyahu's speech included a reference to a QR code on his lapel, which linked to a website featuring gruesome images of attacks on southern Israel, and he urged attendees to view it to better understand Israel's actions in Gaza.
Israel’s isolation deepens with a wave of recognitions of Palestinian statehood.
Source: The New York Times – World
·
Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the article:
• Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu rejected the idea of a Palestinian state, saying Israel "will not commit national suicide" and vowed to continue military action against Hamas in Gaza.
• Netanyahu's speech was met with a walkout by representatives from dozens of countries, who protested Israel's actions in Gaza and demanded an end to the war.
• The Israeli leader accused world leaders of buckling under pressure and failing to support Israel in its "seven-front war" against Hamas, Hezbollah, Iran, and other groups.
• The article also reports on other developments at the UN General Assembly, including China's premier portraying his country as a defender of the international order, and North Korea sending a high-level delegation to the meeting for the first time in several years.
Netanyahu Took a Circuitous Route to the U.N. Meeting
Source: The New York Times – World
·
The Israeli prime minister, who is subject to an international arrest warrant for war crimes charges, avoided France and Spain, which have sharply criticized the war in Gaza.
Russian Assets, Frozen in Europe, Could Help Ukraine in New Plan
Source: The New York Times – World
·
Germany’s chancellor is the latest to back a loan plan that is meant to send a message to Moscow that Ukraine will not collapse. But the idea carries risks.
Thousands Protest Netanyahu’s U.N. Speech in NYC
Source: The New York Times – World
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Demonstrators gathered early on Friday in Times Square before making their way across town to the United Nations building.
Digital IDs Are Being Introduced in the UK. Here’s How They’re Expected to Work.
Source: The New York Times – World
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The government said the new system would help to curb illegal migration, but opponents said it would infringe on citizens’ privacy.
Netanyahu Wears QR Code Referencing Oct. 7 During U.N. Speech
Source: The New York Times – World
·
During his speech to the U.N., Israel’s prime minister sought to focus attention on the carnage of the Hamas-led attacks on southern Israel that led to the war in Gaza.
Hackers Steal Children’s Data and Photos from U.K. Nursery Chain
Source: The New York Times – World
·
Kido International, which runs nursery schools, reported the incident to the authorities after hackers posted sensitive data on the dark web and demanded a ransom.
Polish Skier Climbs Everest and Skis Down Without Extra Oxygen
Source: The New York Times – World
·
Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the article:
• Andrzej Bargiel, 37, became the first person to climb Mount Everest and ski down without supplemental oxygen.
• He completed the feat in six days, ascending from base camp in four days and skiing back down in two.
• Only about 200 people have climbed Everest without bottled oxygen, while over 7,000 have made the ascent with supplemental oxygen.
• Bargiel has never used bottled oxygen in the mountains and despite the difficulty, he was able to ski down the mountain peacefully, as seen in videos taken at the top.
At U.N., China Casts Itself as Defender of International Order
Source: The New York Times – World
·
Li Qiang, China’s second-highest-ranking official, portrayed Beijing as stable leader at a time when President Trump is pulling back from international institutions.
North Korea Sends Delegation From Pyongyang to General Assembly After Long Absence
Source: The New York Times – World
·
The last time North Korea sent officials directly from the capital was in 2018, a year before direct diplomacy between its leader, Kim Jong-un, and President Trump collapsed.
Argentina’s President Vowed to Fix Its Economy. Then Came a Crisis.
Source: The New York Times – World
·
President Javier Milei slashed inflation and spending, but it wasn’t enough to stave off an economic crisis. President Trump has offered him a lifeline.
U.K. Politician Admits Making Pro-Russia Statements in Return for Bribes
Source: The New York Times – World
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Nathan Gill, a former leader of Reform U.K. in Wales, pleaded guilty on Friday to charges of bribery while he was a member of the European Parliament.
Defiant Netanyahu Denounces Palestine Recognition, to a Mostly Empty U.N. Hall
Source: The New York Times – World
·
A Palestinian state would be “national suicide” for Israel, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said, but many of the diplomats and leaders at the assembly boycotted his remarks.
How Trump’s Latest Tariffs May Affect Your Medicines
Source: The New York Times – World
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The president said he would impose a tariff of 100 percent on certain brand-name drugs. Here’s what we know so far.
Brutal Murder of 3 Women, Broadcast On Instagram, Shocks Argentina
Source: The New York Times – World
·
The live streamed torture and killing of three young women in Buenos Aires has stunned the country, setting off worries about the increasing presence of drug cartels.
Trump Believes ‘We Have a Deal’ on Gaza. But a Host of Obstacles Remain.
Source: The New York Times – World
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Whether President Trump can help bring the war to an end will probably depend on how much he is willing to push Benjamin Netanyahu.
Government Sets the Stage for a Labor Showdown at Canada Post
Source: The New York Times – World
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The government’s decision to end door-to-door mail delivery rekindled a walkout by postal workers and may affect thousands of jobs.
Banner Year
Source: The New York Times – World
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Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the article:
• The author reflects on milestone birthdays, such as 40th and 50th, which serve as a time for reflection and gratitude, marking a passage from one decade to another.
• The author shares a poem by Joseph Brodsky, which contemplates the speaker's life experiences, including prison and exile, and concludes with a declaration of gratitude.
• The author notes that some people dismiss the importance of birthdays, but for those seeking structure and meaning, milestone birthdays provide an opportunity for celebration and self-reflection.
• The author also briefly touches on the topic of James Comey's indictment, stating that President Trump predicted more indictments would follow, but does not provide further details.
Jerome Cohen, Lawyer Who Plumbed Chinese Legal System, Dies at 95
Source: The New York Times – World
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He pioneered the study of Chinese law, was among the first foreigners to practice commercial law in China and spoke out about human rights there.
What Salt Typhoon Shows About the Cyber Power of China’s Spy Agency
Source: The New York Times – World
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Fears of U.S. surveillance drove Xi Jinping, China’s leader, to elevate the agency and put it at the center of his cyber ambitions.
Inside Venezuela After U.S. Strikes Boats
Source: The New York Times – World
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The United States has blown up several boats in the Caribbean Sea and is now increasing its military presence off the coast of Venezuela. Julie Turkewitz, reporting from Caracas, explains how Venezuelans are reacting.
Israel, Iran — and the Family Killed in the Crossfire
Source: The New York Times – World
·
In June, Israel attacked Iran’s nuclear facilities, defense systems and top military officials. Iran’s retaliation included ballistic missiles that struck major cities in Israel, killing 31 people. Among the more than 1,000 victims in Iran was a family of four, killed in the crossfire. Their relatives are full of grief — and anger.
Fear and Hope in Venezuela as U.S. Warships Lurk
Source: The New York Times – World
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On a visit to Venezuela, The Times found a nation bracing for potential U.S. military action.
Russia Hammers Kyiv in 12-Hour Drone Assault
Source: The New York Times – World
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At least four people were killed in the attack, which also wounded dozens of civilians in the capital and around the country.
What Questions Do You Have About Trump and the World?
Source: The New York Times – World
·
“Ask a Correspondent” will take your questions to Peter Baker, our chief White House correspondent.
U.S. Says It Will Revoke Colombian President’s Visa
Source: The New York Times – World
·
The State Department called President Gustavo Petro of Colombia reckless after he called for U.S. soldiers to disobey President Trump at a pro-Palestinian rally.
Outages to Government Services Continue After Fire at South Korean Data Center
Source: The New York Times – World
·
Hundreds of state services were still offline the day after a lithium battery exploded during maintenance work at a data center, officials said. The fire was extinguished on Saturday.
World Leaders of a Worried Center-Left Gather to Discuss Ways to Fight Back
Source: The New York Times – World
·
Mark Carney, Keir Starmer, Pete Buttigieg and Jacinda Ardern were among those at a London summit as a rising populist right appears to threaten progressive politics.
India Detains Popular Leader of Protest Movement
Source: The New York Times – World
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Sonam Wangchuk, who was arrested on Friday, is the face of resistance to what he says is government overreach in a small but strategically important Himalayan region.
Russia and China Fail to Delay U.N. ‘Snapback’ Sanctions Against Iran Over Nuclear Program
Source: The New York Times – World
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The unsuccessful bid to put off the sanctions for six months over Iran’s nuclear program means they would go into effect early Sunday in Iran.
U.S. Ambassador to Israel Is Expected to Make Rare Visit to Egypt
Source: The New York Times – World
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Ambassador Mike Huckabee is to travel to Cairo for talks that officials said would focus on the Gaza war and tensions between Israel and Egypt.
Doctors Without Borders Closes in Gaza City as Israel Intensifies Offensive
Source: The New York Times – World
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Doctors Without Borders pulled its staff from Gaza City as the medical system buckled. The U.N. has warned that more hospitals may have to close.
Netanyahu’s Defiant U.N. Speech Aimed at Home as Well as the World
Source: The New York Times – World
·
The Israeli prime minister faced walkouts and protests at the United Nations, but signaled that resisting Palestinian statehood could become the core of his appeal to Israeli voters.
Stampede at Actor’s Political Rally Kills at Least 38 in India
Source: The New York Times – World
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The stampede took place at an event for Joseph Vijay Chandrasekhar, the popular actor known professionally as Vijay.
China’s Small Steps Look Bigger Next to Trump’s Retreat
Source: The New York Times – World
·
Beijing’s climate and trade pledges at the U.N. highlighted how modest moves can stand out when the United States is pulling back from global leadership.
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