How Ancient Farmers Used Floral Designs to Track Goods
A Mesopotamian culture’s decorated ceramics show some early roots of math, researchers argued.
AfD Victory in Saxony-Anhalt Sends a Signal to Europe
A vote in eastern Germany has given fresh momentum to hard-right parties hoping to win elections across Europe next year, analysts said.
Live Updates: Germany’s Far Right Tops Key State Race, but Falls Short of Power
The Alternative for Germany party is projected to finish first in the eastern state of Saxony-Anhalt. But lacking a majority, without the help of other parties it cannot become the first far-right party to govern a state…
Germany’s Far Right Just Misses Majority in Crucial State Election
The Alternative for Germany, or AfD, trounced its rivals but was left unsure if it will be able to govern in Saxony-Anhalt. The result shocked Germany.
When A.I. Starts Scheming
An unreleased model escaped human control and formed a swarm of A.I. agents. It was the kind breach that could cause chaos next time.
Haitians Deported From U.S. Are Left Broke and Stranded
Hundreds have been deported to Haiti in recent weeks, and some say they have been left with no money, no protection from gangs and no place to go.
China’s New Graduates, Facing a Dire Job Market, Must Also Contend With A.I.
A record 12.7 million young people are looking for jobs as the country embraces artificial intelligence — and as the technology begins to upend the work force.
Trump Envoys Make First Visit to Kyiv
Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner met with President Vladimir V. Putin of Russia in Moscow on Saturday in an effort to revive peace talks.
A Bad Year for Bees Gets Worse as Trump’s Tariffs Hit Canada’s Honey Belt
Alberta produces 40 percent of Canada’s honey. This year, rain and President Trump’s trade war have combined to threaten the industry.
What Secret Audits Tell Us About How Ukraine’s Military Is Spending Its Money
The documents amount to an autopsy of the weapons-contracting process.