Why Is COP29 Being Held in Baku, Azerbaijan?
The economy of Azerbaijan, host of COP29, relies almost entirely on the fossil fuels that are the main driver of…
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COP29 talks open in Baku in the shadow of Trump’s election
The election of Donald J. Trump is sapping momentum from global climate talks as diplomats brace for his pro-fossil-fuel agenda.
Military Judge Postpones Guilty Plea Proceedings in Sept. 11 Case
The judge asked defense and prosecution lawyers to settle on a date for the accused mastermind of the terrorist attacks…
How Attacks on Israeli Soccer Fans in Amsterdam Unfolded
Antisemitic assaults on visiting Israeli soccer fans, and incendiary chants and attacks by some Israelis: Here’s what we know so…
Man Arrested in Shooting That Killed One at Tuskegee University
The shooting, which wounded 12 people, happened early on Sunday as crowds gathered at the historically Black school to celebrate…
Senators Vying to Be G.O.P. Leader Vow to Quickly Confirm Trump Nominees
Senators Rick Scott, John Thune and John Cornyn quickly responded to President-elect Donald J. Trump’s demand on social media, the…
One Escaped Monkey of 43 Is Captured in South Carolina
The monkeys escaped after a worker at a research center left an enclosure unlocked. One monkey was captured Saturday while…
Monday Briefing: Russian and North Korean Troops Assemble
Plus, does tech make us feel lonely?
As Wildfire Burns in New Jersey and New York, Rain Offers Little Relief
The fire, the latest of several in the region over the weekend, had caused one death and was not contained…
2 New York Men Charged in Monthslong Plot to Kill Iranian Activist
The men were receiving orders from a third man, who was working as an Iranian operative and was also involved…