Reform U.K. Claims Narrow Victory in Special Election in Blow to Starmer
Nigel Farage’s right-wing populist party snatched a battleground parliamentary seat from the governing Labour Party, winning by just six votes.
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Israel Launches Airstrikes Near Presidential Palace in Damascus
It was the second time in days that Israel had intervened militarily in Syria amid sectarian violence targeting the Druse.
Leaders May Talk Tough, but War Is the Last Thing Pakistanis Want
For many across the country, economic struggles, political malaise and the fear of armed conflict with India now feel like parts of the same burden.
The Trump Factor Looms Over Australia’s Election
The last time Australians went to the polls, China was top of mind. This time, the United States is the dominant foreign factor in an election mostly fought on domestic issues.
How a U.S. Tax Loophole Supercharged China’s Exports
E-commerce trade in small parcels brought Chinese factories to American shoppers. Tariffs are severing the connection.
U.S. Payoff for Ukraine Minerals Deal Faces Many Hurdles
The agreement could provide a windfall to the U.S., but the resources will be expensive to extract, and any progress is unlikely while the war rages.
Russell Brand to Appear in Court Accused of Rape
The comedian, actor and YouTuber will attend a London courtroom on Friday for the first stage of what could be lengthy criminal proceedings.
Trump Administration Cancels $1 Billion in Grants for Student Mental Health
Congress authorized the money in a bipartisan breakthrough around addressing gun violence after a shooting at an elementary school in Uvalde, Texas, killed 19 children and two teachers.
What Teenagers Are Saying About Cursing
Students debate whether there is too much of it today, in what cases it’s appropriate, and when it becomes a problem.
Orders to Investigate Columbia Protesters Raised Alarms in Justice Dept.
Behind the scenes, a top department official pressed employees to gather a list of activists and investigate them, people familiar with the matter said.