Thieves Smash Museum Case for Diamond Necklace Worth Millions in Vienna
The theft of the precious object, once owned by an Egyptian queen and later sold to satisfy her creditors, was…
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‘A New Form of U.S. Colonialism’: Venezuelans Bristle at U.S. Oil Takeover
A deal giving the U.S. majority control of vast Venezuelan reserves strikes at the heart of national identity.
Iceland Votes to Steer Clear of European Union Talks
After a divisive national debate, Icelanders rejected a proposal to resume negotiations on joining the bloc, according to the national…
The 10 P.M. Dinner Is a Spanish Tradition. Are People Giving It Up?
There are signs that Spaniards are eating earlier in the evening. Experts say it could make for a healthier country,…
Long Lines for Gas in Iran Show War and U.S. Blockade Squeezing Supply
The government is struggling to meet a shortfall in fuel and is wary that higher prices at the pump could…
Pilgrims to Flood-Stricken Nepal Sought the Divine at Sacred Mountain
For many, the trek to Mount Kailash on the border of Nepal and Tibet is a once-in-a-lifetime trip to find…
Far Right Is Poised to Win in a German State, but Fight Over Power Won’t End There
State and federal leaders are trying to avoid sharing sensitive intelligence with the Alternative for Germany should it take power…
Is the U.S. Open More Valuable to New York Than the Knicks?
It’s complicated. But the answer is: Maybe.
‘She Told Me She Had One Vacancy That Met My Criterion’
A friendly handoff on a hot day, a curious question on the F train and more reader tales of New…
‘She Told Me She Had One Vacancy That Met My Criterion’
A friendly handoff on a hot day, a curious question on the F train and more reader tales of New…