Russian Drone Incursion Delayed Zelensky Flight to Oslo, Moldova Says
An airspace closure delayed the Ukrainian leader’s trip between Moldova and Norway, officials said. They did not confirm a claim by Norway’s prime minister that a drone had “almost hit” the plane.
The ‘Forever War’ in Afghanistan: 25 Years in Pictures
From the first weeks after the Sept. 11 attacks to the chaotic U.S. withdrawal and return of the Taliban, The New York Times has documented a quarter-century of conflict and daily life in Afghanistan.
With Messaging That Mirrors Putin’s, Germany’s Far-Right Party Gains Ground
Embracing positions extolled by the Kremlin, the Alternative for Germany party may govern for the first time in a German state.
How Fighting Fires Became an All-of-Europe Project
The European Union isn’t known for firefighting expertise. But with the continent ablaze, Brussels is playing a growing role.
Fighting Wildfire Haze With an Airplane and Lots of Salt and Water
The authorities in Malaysian Borneo have been trying to seed clouds to counteract the effects of smoke wafting in from neighboring Indonesia.
August Ties for Hottest Month on Record
Sweltering summer temperatures put last month on par with July 2023 for global warmth, scientists said. More records could be broken in the months ahead.
In England — Yes, England — Tea and Cantaloupe Grow as the Climate Warms
As British farmers confront intense heat waves tied to climate change, some are cultivating new crops rarely grown in their country.
U.S. Designates Ecuador’s Los Tiguerones Gang as Terrorist Group
The sanctions on Los Tiguerones imposed by Secretary of State Marco Rubio are an increasingly common U.S. tactic, though they will likely not hurt the gang’s finances.
Yemen Tilts Toward Full-Scale War as Saudi-Houthi Clashes Escalate
With its oil-export routes once again under threat, Saudi Arabia is stepping up its military campaign against an old antagonist.
Back to School, Now With A.I.
This year is shaping up to be a global experiment in education: Can students embrace tech innovation without losing critical thinking skills?