A Peek Inside Canada’s Most Complex Heritage Restoration Job
The multibillion-dollar restoration and expansion of Canada’s main Parliament building is finishing its first phase.
Politics and Government
Palestinians, Facing Political Stagnation, Despair After Israeli Raid
In the occupied West Bank, Palestinians say they feel betrayed by their leaders, forgotten by world powers and unable to protect themselves or their property from attacks by Israelis.
Dutch Government Collapses Over Immigration Disagreement
Prime Minister Mark Rutte, one of Europe’s longest-serving leaders, had struggled to reach an agreement with his coalition partners about migration, including more restrictions.
Indian Court Dismisses Rahul Gandhi’s Defamation Appeal
The defamation case, stemming from a comment Rahul Gandhi made about Prime Minister Narendra Modi, could go to the Supreme Court. It may hurt his ability to run in upcoming elections.
Yan Mingfu, Who Tried to Defuse the Tiananmen Powder Keg, Dies at 91
As an envoy the to the pro-democracy protesters, Mr. Yan, who was also Mao’s interpreter, tried to find a peaceful way out of the crisis.
Yellen Shares Concerns Over China’s Treatment of U.S. Companies
During her first day of meetings in Beijing, Treasury Secretary Janet L. Yellen criticized punitive measures the Chinese government has taken against American firms.
Winnie Ewing, Who Transformed Scottish Politics, Dies at 93
Her charismatic nationalism made independence from Britain a mainstream idea. She championed that idea for her many decades in office.
A NATO Summit Looms, but Sweden Can’t Join Yet
NATO leaders wanted to welcome Sweden as a new member at next week’s summit, but stalling by Hungary and objections from Turkey have made that nearly impossible.
Did Israel’s Military Incursion in the West Bank Solve Anything?
Israelis and Palestinians said the armed groups that were the targets of the military raid would quickly rebuild and the Israeli soldiers would be back soon.
German Government Slashes Spending, Except on the Military
The proposed package foresees spending about 6 percent less in 2024 from this year, in a return to financial austerity. But the severity of the cuts to social services drew sharp criticism.