France Braces for a Second Day of Mass Protests in a Week

French activists were set to rally across France on Thursday, in a test of the longevity of a nationwide student protest movement.
Veteran Indian actor Nana Patekar dies at 75

Known for his intense performances, Patekar carved out a distinctive place in Indian cinema.
France's school protests: What lies behind the anger

Students’ blockades and marches spring from real grievances – and from France’s habit of settling policy on the street.
Three people killed in Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia airports, officials say

The Houthis have claimed responsibility for the attacks, which mark an escalation in the conflict.
Texas carries out first US execution since Christa Pike's botched lethal injections

Lawyers for Jamaal Howard had asked a judge to pause the execution after Christa Pike’s botched lethal injections.
Trump wants a new Camp David-like retreat at his Florida golf club

Trump’s estate would stand in stark contrast to the rustic Camp David and mark another tradition transformed by Trump.
Europe’s Trade Tensions With China Are Coming to a Head

The European Union is weighing tougher trade measures as negotiators prepare to meet Chinese officials in Beijing, with surging exports from China pressuring key industries in Europe.
Trump says he has ‘no regrets’ about endorsing Texas Republican Ken Paxton amid leaked recordings – live
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Canada to extend assisted dying exclusion for people whose sole condition is mental illness
Legislation an effort by ruling Liberals to address growing clash over who has access to doctor-assisted deathCanada’s federal government said Wednesday it would advance legislation to prevent people whose sole health …
Rubio Urges Europe to Awaken From ‘Slumber’ and Uphold Western Dominance

In Greece, Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Western nations must embrace an earlier ethos of exploration and conquest as part of their civilization, to remain ‘at the head of the world.’