Your Wednesday Briefing: A Downed U.S. Drone
Also, U.S. markets seem to stabilize and Xi Jinping tightens his control over China’s economy.
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‘Russia Outside Russia’: For Elite, Dubai Becomes a Wartime Harbor
In the exclusive neighborhoods and palatial shopping malls of the United Arab Emirates’ biggest city, wealthy Russians can build a new life without having to cut ties to their home country.
Your Monday Briefing: China’s Saudi-Iran Deal
Also, Xi Jinping loyalists stack China’s leadership and Australia revives an Aboriginal alcohol ban.
Your Thursday Briefing: Covid Origins Hearing Opens in the U.S.
Also, protests in Georgia and armed villagers in Kashmir.
The Abortion Pill Fight
Since Roe v. Wade ended, the battle over legal abortion has largely shifted to access to pills.
Your Wednesday Briefing: Xi Accuses the U.S. of ‘Suppression’
Also, the U.S. central bank may raise interest rates higher than expected.
Canada Knows China Tried to Meddle in Its Elections, but What Should Come Next?
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has rejected calls by the opposition for a full public inquiry.
Thai Hunger Strikers Calling for Changes to Monarchy Are at Risk of Dying
The two young women have not had food for 44 days, part of a campaign urging the government to repeal a law that criminalizes criticizing the royal family.
Cambodian Opposition Leader Is Found Guilty of Treason Ahead of Election
Kem Sokha, co-founder of the defunct Cambodia National Rescue Party, was accused of conspiring to overthrow the government and sentenced to 27 years’ house arrest.