Trump’s growing impatience to end Ukraine war is a concern for Kyiv
The US is working to a quick timetable to push through the deal, which appears to heavily reflect many of Moscow’s demands.
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The 10 Most Tourist-Friendly Cities in the World, According to Our Readers
The places all over the world—from Canada to South Africa—where you felt most at home.
South African women call purple protest over gender violence
Nearly 1,000 women were raped and 137 murdered in the first three months of this year.
Russian envoy Kirill Dmitriev: Putin propagandist or key to peace with Ukraine?
Putin’s envoy finds himself under the spotlight over a draft peace plan that emerged after he spent days with Steve Witkoff in Miami.
New US rules say countries with diversity policies are infringing human rights
US officials say the rules will stop “destructive ideologies” but others argue it is redefining human rights principles for Trump’s goals
Frida Kahlo self-portrait sells for $55m, sets auction record for a female artist
The auction also shattered the previous record for a portrait by the Mexican artist.
Cuter and closer: Raccoons may be on their way to becoming America’s next pet
The rubbish raiders are showing reductions in snout length, a sign of early domestication, researchers say.
Streaming platform Twitch added to Australia’s teen social media ban
It joins other platforms including Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and Snapchat in the ban that starts next month.
Mole Pumpkin Pie With Citrus Crema
Photo: Heami Lee • Food Styling: Jason Schreiber. Photo: Heami Lee • Food Styling: Jason Schreiber Gabriella Martinez, the pastry chef behind the dessert bar Libre in Portland, Oregon, is known for her inventive flavor combinations, and this pumpkin pie…
At least 41 dead as relentless rains flood Vietnam
The coastal cities of Hoi An and Nha Trang, and a key coffee-producing belt, are among the worst-hit.