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Int'l Herald Tribune
May 23, 2026

Israeli Strikes Pummel Lebanon, Killing Medics Amid Fragile Truce
Saturday's strikes damaged a main hospital in the Lebanese city of Tyre, as funerals for paramedics killed a day earlier were held.

Int'l Herald Tribune
May 23, 2026

Xi Calls for All-Out Rescue After Coal Mine Explosion Kills at Least 82 in China
The Chinese leader, Xi Jinping, called for an investigation and emphasized the need to "hold those responsible to account."

Int'l Herald Tribune
May 23, 2026

Iran and U.S. Officials Signal Progress as Cease-Fire Hangs in Balance
As people across the Middle East braced for the possibility of renewed fighting, officials from both sides said there were signs that they were moving closer to an agreement.

Int'l Herald Tribune
May 23, 2026

Garden Grove Chemical Plant Crisis: What to Know and Evacuation Map
Firefighters continue to cool a chemical storage tank with water to prevent it from breaching or exploding. Some 40,000 residents near the Orange County plant have been evacuated to shelters.

Int'l Herald Tribune
May 23, 2026

Husband of Prominent New York Gallerist Convicted in Murder-for-Hire Plot
Brent Sikkema, who championed artists like Kara Walker, was found stabbed to death in his apartment in Brazil in 2024 amid divorce proceedings with his spouse.

Int'l Herald Tribune
May 23, 2026

Iran Meets Mediators for Talks as Cease-Fire Hangs in Balance
People across the Middle East were bracing for the possibility of renewed fighting between the U.S. and Iran as mediation efforts continue in Tehran without a clear sign of a breakthrough.

Int'l Herald Tribune
May 23, 2026

What A.I. Philanthropists Can Learn From the Gilded Age
Leave a physical legacy to future generations, not just a record of programs and disbursements.

Int'l Herald Tribune
May 23, 2026

Now Is Not the Time to Play Political Make-Believe
Voters want to dictate which offices their preferred politicians hold, what positions they take, and even where and how they live. It is fantasy football: political edition.

Int'l Herald Tribune
May 23, 2026

Has Trump Gone Full ‘Mob Boss'?
The president's $1.8 billion slush fund is causing further cracks in the Republican Party.

Int'l Herald Tribune
May 23, 2026

White House Tells Congo's Soccer Team to Isolate, Citing Ebola Outbreak
The team, now in Belgium, must isolate there for 21 days or risk being denied permission to come to Houston for the World Cup, an official said.

Int'l Herald Tribune
May 23, 2026

How ‘Sentinel Gardens' Help Spot Dangerous Bugs Abroad
Scientists have planted American trees in China, Korea and elsewhere to attract hungry insects. Their hope is to identify the most damaging bugs before they cross the ocean.

Int'l Herald Tribune
May 23, 2026

Track Changes
It's a holiday weekend, three days to ease from one seasonal mind-set into the next, even if it feels too soon.

Int'l Herald Tribune
May 23, 2026

Nicolas Cage Made Himself a Legend. Then He Had to Live With It.
The iconic actor on becoming a meme, a myth and larger than life.

Int'l Herald Tribune
May 23, 2026

U.S. Ebola Travel Ban Faces Criticism From Congo Health Officials
Kinshasa residents continue to pack markets, bars and public transportation, despite growing international concern about the spread of the virus.

Int'l Herald Tribune
May 23, 2026

Trump, Defiant After Bad Week, Pushes Ahead on Politically Unpopular Ideas
President Trump continues to act like he's politically all-powerful, even in the face of indications that he is not.

Int'l Herald Tribune
May 23, 2026

‘A Total Nightmare': Voices From a Moscow Hit by Ukrainian Drones
Residents who experienced attacks in recent days were shaken deeply by the conflict coming home to the capital region, the seat of the Kremlin's power.

Int'l Herald Tribune
May 23, 2026

Food, Flashlights and Fans: Floridians Step Up Aid to Cuban Relatives
Months into the oil blockade imposed by President Trump, many Cubans are relying more than ever on relatives in the U.S. for help meeting their daily needs.

Int'l Herald Tribune
May 23, 2026

Celebs and Influencers Tout N.A.D. . But Is the Supplement Effective?
A central claim about N.A.D. isn't as straightforward as influencers make it out to be.

Int'l Herald Tribune
May 23, 2026

5 Takeaways From a Times Investigation on Autism Therapy Clinics
A rapidly growing industry often overprescribes treatment to young children with autism, who spend as many as 40 hours a week at the facilities.

Int'l Herald Tribune
May 23, 2026

Short Naps, Long Hours: How Autism Clinics Squeeze Medicaid Dollars Out of Preschoolers
The industry has grown rapidly, straining state budgets. A focus on finances has led to overbilling, fraud and even harm.

Int'l Herald Tribune
May 23, 2026

How $6 Gas Prices Are Affecting the Lives of Californians
California is the nation's most expensive state for gasoline. The latest spike has forced more residents to change their habits.

Int'l Herald Tribune
May 23, 2026

Xi Calls for All-Out Rescue After Coal Mine Explosion Kills at Least 90 in China
The death count rose drastically on Saturday as the Chinese leader, Xi Jinping, called for an investigation and emphasized the need to "hold those responsible to account."

Int'l Herald Tribune
May 23, 2026

Their Phones Were Stolen in London. Then the Threats Started.
Tens of thousands of smartphones were reported stolen in the British capital in recent years. For some victims, losing their phone was only the beginning.

Int'l Herald Tribune
May 23, 2026

Once Trump's Co-Pilot Against Iran, Netanyahu Is Now a Mere Passenger
A partner in the war, Israel has been largely left out of the peace talks, a humbling setback for its prime minister with significant risks for the country.

Int'l Herald Tribune
May 23, 2026

The Risks of Iran's Threat to Control the Strait of Hormuz
Iran is trying to assert its control over the strait by charging for passage. Experts say it is unlikely to happen, but the threat has unsettled the shipping industry.

Int'l Herald Tribune
May 22, 2026

How a Chemical Tank in Southern California Came to the Brink of Disaster
Firefighters are left without any options to prevent the tank, filled with a toxic chemical, from collapsing or exploding. The authorities have urged thousands of people to evacuate their homes.

Int'l Herald Tribune
May 22, 2026

Trump Weighs His Options in Carrying Out New Strikes in Iran
There is no shortage of targets if he decides to strike: Energy facilities left untouched, the deep underground nuclear storage site at Isfahan and missile sites that appear to have been dug out.

Int'l Herald Tribune
May 22, 2026

HUD Moves to Limit Assistance Animals for Disabled Tenants
Housing officials were told to exclude emotional support animals and tighten the definition of a service animal when granting accommodations for disabled tenants.

Int'l Herald Tribune
May 22, 2026

Deadly Explosions Injure Dozens of Firefighters on Staten Island Barge
Two explosions rocked a barge on the North Shore of Staten Island, injuring 34 people. The resulting fire was under control, but was still burning.

Int'l Herald Tribune
May 22, 2026

Mob Burns Congo Ebola Center Amid Rare Strain Outbreak
Several hundred people massed at the gates of a hospital to demand the body of a suspected Ebola victim. Violence broke out when staff refused the request.

Int'l Herald Tribune
May 22, 2026

Trump Visits New York to Boost House Republican's Re-election Hopes
The visit by President Trump was meant to promote Representative Mike Lawler's bid to defend his swing seat in New York, but it had the earmarks of a Trump rally.

Int'l Herald Tribune
May 22, 2026

Rob Base, Rapper Known for ‘It Takes Two,' Dies at 59
The singer died on Friday after a "private battle with cancer," according to his official Instagram account.

Int'l Herald Tribune
May 22, 2026

Lawsuit Argues Trump's $1.8 Billion Fund Excludes Those He Targeted
The constellation of individuals and groups involved claims to have suffered partisan attacks by the federal government under Trump, yet would not be compensated.

Int'l Herald Tribune
May 22, 2026

SpaceX Completes Mostly Successful Starship Rocket Flight
The company's gargantuan rocket launched its 12th test flight on Friday evening and ended its journey in the Indian Ocean just over an hour later.

Int'l Herald Tribune
May 22, 2026

What Is Methyl Methacrylate, the Chemical at the Center of the Garden Grove Crisis?
The E.P.A. warns that short-term exposure to the compound can cause skin and eye irritation and respiratory issues.

Int'l Herald Tribune
May 22, 2026

Explosions Injure 13 Firefighters on Staten Island Barge
Two explosions happened within an hour of each other along the North Shore of Staten Island, leaving 16 people injured, the police said.

Int'l Herald Tribune
May 22, 2026

Tulsi Gabbard Resigns as Director of National Intelligence. Trump Names Aaron Lukas Acting Chief.
Ms. Gabbard had a difficult tenure in the Trump administration and was seldom seen in the room when the president made important national-security moves.

Int'l Herald Tribune
May 22, 2026

U.S. to Block Entry to More Noncitizens Who May Have Been Exposed to Ebola
The Trump administration announced plans to expand a ban on entering the United States to legal permanent residents who had been in the Democratic Republic of Congo, Uganda or South Sudan.

Int'l Herald Tribune
May 22, 2026

SpaceX Starship Launches on 12th Test Flight
SpaceX's gargantuan rocket started its 12th test flight on Friday evening.

Int'l Herald Tribune
May 22, 2026

Maryland Democrats Plan to Eliminate State's Lone Republican Seat in Time for 2028
A top state lawmaker who opposed drawing new districts for the fall election now says he supports a constitutional amendment that could pave the way to an all-Democrat map for the next cycle.

Int'l Herald Tribune
May 22, 2026

Dan Pfeiffer Thinks Two Democrats Could Upend American Politics
Why 2026 might tell us a lot about 2028.

Int'l Herald Tribune
May 22, 2026

White House Approves $9 Billion for Spy Agencies to Catch Up on A.I.
The C.I.A. and N.S.A. cannot fully deploy the latest models on their classified systems because of a shortage of cutting-edge chips.

Int'l Herald Tribune
May 22, 2026

Trump's Intelligence Chief Resigns
Also, mediators rush to save the U.S.-Iran cease-fire. Here's the latest at the end of Friday.

Int'l Herald Tribune
May 22, 2026

The D.N.C. Chairman, Trump's $1.8 Billion Fund and More Politics News
He has focused on internal politics, building a loyal base despite tactical disputes.

Int'l Herald Tribune
May 22, 2026

Trump Administration Offers Conflicting View of Civil Rights Cuts
Education Secretary Linda McMahon has said she wants to hire more civil rights lawyers, but the White House has proposed cutting that office in half.

Int'l Herald Tribune
May 22, 2026

Colbert's Final ‘Late Show' Draws 6.7 Million Viewers
The total tripled his usual audience this season. But it is only about half of what Jay Leno and David Letterman attracted for their final episodes.

Int'l Herald Tribune
May 22, 2026

Maryland Democrats Want to Redistrict in 2028, but Are Divided Over How
A top state lawmaker who opposed drawing new maps in time for the fall elections now says he supports eliminating the state's lone Republican district for the next cycle.

Int'l Herald Tribune
May 22, 2026

G.O.P. Break With Trump Reflects Limits of Party's Post-Jan. 6 Truce
Republicans, seeing President Trump's personal agenda diverging from their political interests, vented their outrage about paying those who threatened their lives on Jan. 6, 2021.

Int'l Herald Tribune
May 22, 2026

Green Card Seekers Must Leave U.S. to Apply, Trump Administration Says
The change is likely to affect hundreds of thousands of people. It could also lead to more family separations as spouses or relatives wait for application decisions, immigration lawyers said.

Int'l Herald Tribune
May 22, 2026

Stocks Gain for 8th Week Amid Impasse Over Reopening Strait of Hormuz
Nearly three months since the fighting began, disagreements remain over the fate of Iran's uranium stockpile and transit fees for the Strait of Hormuz.

Int'l Herald Tribune
May 22, 2026

Donald Trump Jr. and Bettina Anderson Wed in West Palm Beach
President Trump's eldest son was married in Palm Beach, Fla. The president described celebrations this weekend as a "small, little private affair."

Int'l Herald Tribune
May 22, 2026

The Simple Answer to Taxing the Rich Is the Best Answer
Forget complex schemes. There is an easier way to get revenue from the wealthy.

Int'l Herald Tribune
May 22, 2026

SpaceX to Attempt Launch of Updated Starship Rocket
If a problem with the launch tower is fixed, SpaceX will try to launch on Friday evening.

Int'l Herald Tribune
May 22, 2026

Judge Dismisses Criminal Case Against Kilmar Armando Abrego Garcia
The move deals an embarrassing blow to the Trump administration, which made the Maryland man, Kilmar Armando Abrego Garcia, the face of its deportation campaign.

Int'l Herald Tribune
May 22, 2026

Biden Won't Endorse Becerra, or Anyone Else, in California Governor Race
Former President Joseph R. Biden Jr. is not planning to endorse his health and human services secretary, Xavier Becerra, or any other candidates in the race.

Int'l Herald Tribune
May 22, 2026

Warsh Takes Charge of Fed Facing Rising Inflation Threat
The economic backdrop that Kevin M. Warsh inherits as chair of the Federal Reserve does not call for the interest rate cuts that President Trump wants.

Int'l Herald Tribune
May 22, 2026

Google Appeals Landmark Ruling Declaring It a Monopolist in Search
Google asked a federal appeals court on Friday to reverse a judge's ruling that it had violated antitrust laws, as well as a requirement it share some data with rivals.

Int'l Herald Tribune
May 22, 2026

Mahmoud Khalil to Appeal to Supreme Court in Effort to Halt Deportation
The move was expected to come after a federal appeals court on Friday ruled against Mr. Khalil, who became the face of President Trump's crackdown on pro-Palestinian protesters.

Int'l Herald Tribune
May 22, 2026

Stocks and Oil Prices Tick Up Amid Impasse Over Reopening Strait of Hormuz
Nearly three months since the fighting began, disagreements remain over the fate of Iran's uranium stockpile and transit fees for the Strait of Hormuz.

Int'l Herald Tribune
May 22, 2026

Disconnect Widens Between Mamdani and Pro-Israel Jewish Leaders
In recent days, Mayor Zohran Mamdani has taken actions that have made the relationship between his office and some Jewish New York leaders more fraught.

Int'l Herald Tribune
May 22, 2026

American Doctor With Ebola Says He Is ‘Optimistic' for Recovery
Dr. Peter Stafford, a medical missionary in the Democratic Republic of Congo, tested positive for Ebola on Sunday. He is receiving treatment in Germany.

Int'l Herald Tribune
May 22, 2026

Regional Mediators Rush to Save U.S.-Iran Cease-Fire
Pakistan and Qatar have dispatched teams to Tehran under the looming threat of resumed war, after weeks of diplomacy failed to produce an agreement.

Int'l Herald Tribune
May 22, 2026

Wasserman Schultz Will Run in Majority-Black District in South Florida
Republicans drew the former D.N.C. chairwoman out of her district. Her decision to run in Florida's 20th Congressional District, however, has stoked tensions with Black Democrats.

Int'l Herald Tribune
May 22, 2026

Gulf Widens Between Mamdani and Pro-Israel Jewish Leaders
In recent days, Mayor Zohran Mamdani has taken actions that have made the relationship between his office and some Jewish New York leaders more fraught.

Int'l Herald Tribune
May 22, 2026

Lutnick Donated $5 Million to House Republicans Before Epstein Testimony
Howard Lutnick, the commerce secretary, made the donation after agreeing to an interview with lawmakers about his relationship with Jeffrey Epstein.

Int'l Herald Tribune
May 22, 2026

In #MeToo Cases, Has ‘Believe Women' Lost Its Power in Courtrooms?
The movement prompted a global reckoning about sexual harassment and sexual assault. But women taking the stand now are finding that defense teams are more aggressive.

Int'l Herald Tribune
May 22, 2026

Fact-Checking the Trump Administration's Inaccurate Claims About the $1.8 Billion Fund
The president, vice president and acting attorney general have offered a series of inaccurate claims to defend an unusual fund announced this week.

Int'l Herald Tribune
May 22, 2026

Move Over, Private Equity. It's Great to Be a Banker Again.
They played second fiddle to private equity and hedge funds for years, but 2026 is shaping up to be "the year of the bank," one consultant said.

Int'l Herald Tribune
May 22, 2026

In Idaho's Suburbs, a Rat Invasion Tests the Limits of Small Government
Irrigation canals around Boise have served as a rat superhighway, bringing an infestation so serious that health officials have floated declaring a public emergency.

Int'l Herald Tribune
May 22, 2026

Europeans Remain Wary After Trump Promises to Send Troops to Poland
President Trump said he would send 5,000 troops to Poland, part of a back-and-forth that has left European leaders reeling.

Int'l Herald Tribune
May 22, 2026

A.I. Is a Job Creator
A.I. will create more jobs than it will kill.

Int'l Herald Tribune
May 22, 2026

Everlane Finalizes Sale to Shein, the Fast Fashion Giant
The ultra low priced retailer has purchased Everlane, the millennial standby that promised transparency.

Int'l Herald Tribune
May 22, 2026

‘They Protected You Guys': Mourners Honor Heroes in Mosque Shooting
Thousands filled a San Diego park to recite a funeral prayer for the three men killed by gunmen on Monday.

Int'l Herald Tribune
May 22, 2026

Ebola Outbreak: What to Know About Bundibugyo Virus Symptoms and Spread
Here's what to know about the symptoms and spread of the virus, which has sickened people in the Democratic Republic of Congo and Uganda.

Int'l Herald Tribune
May 22, 2026

Stephen Colbert's Finale Didn't Mean What It Seemed To
You're going to miss corporate media.

Int'l Herald Tribune
May 22, 2026

Stocks Rise, Oil Prices Wobble on Impasse Over Reopening Strait of Hormuz
Nearly three months since the fighting began, disagreements remain over the fate of Iran's uranium stockpile and transit fees for the Strait of Hormuz.

Int'l Herald Tribune
May 22, 2026

Asian Currencies Hit by Iran War, Adding to Economic Strain
Soaring oil prices and a surging dollar are testing Asia's foreign-exchange reserves, which were built up after the 1997 crisis.

Int'l Herald Tribune
May 22, 2026

Stephen Colbert's Last ‘Late Show': Laughing Well Is the Best Revenge
The "Late Show" cancellation was a disappointment. But a surreally lovely final episode turned it into a cancellebration.

Int'l Herald Tribune
May 22, 2026

An Option That Can Help Cut Housing Prices Catches On
Preapproved plans trim weeks or months off the process of getting a building permit. "Every month of delay adds costs that ultimately land on the buyer," one housing expert said.

Int'l Herald Tribune
May 22, 2026

Stephen Colbert's Last Show: Laughing Well Is the Best Revenge
The "Late Show" cancellation was a disappointment. But a surreally lovely final episode turned it into a cancellebration.

Int'l Herald Tribune
May 22, 2026

Watch Scorsese Make a Mean Sandwich in ‘The Mandalorian and Grogu'
The director Jon Favreau narrates a sequence featuring a character who works at a food truck and is voiced by Martin Scorsese.

Int'l Herald Tribune
May 22, 2026

Poll Suggests a Possible Path Forward for Democrats
The divisions are clear, but there's more common ground than one might expect within the coalition, a Times/Siena poll shows.

Int'l Herald Tribune
May 22, 2026

New Taliban Decree on Divorce Formalizes Child Marriage in Afghanistan, U.N. Warns
A new Afghan law requires girls to wait until puberty before seeking to get out of a marriage. It also requires mediation for women seeking to escape an abusive husband.

Int'l Herald Tribune
May 22, 2026

Get Ready to Grill
A note for Memorial Day.

Int'l Herald Tribune
May 22, 2026

Trump Faces Rare G.O.P. Revolt, and Democrats Mock Their Own Party's Report
Plus, the Friday news quiz.

Int'l Herald Tribune
May 22, 2026

Why Islamophobic, Antisemitic and Racist Crimes Are Rising in the UK
Islamophobic, antisemitic and racist crimes are being fueled by online disinformation, global instability and divisive political rhetoric, experts say.

Int'l Herald Tribune
May 22, 2026

Oil Prices Jump on Impasse Over Reopening the Strait of Hormuz
Nearly three months since the fighting began, disagreements remain over the fate of Iran's uranium stockpile and transit fees for the Strait of Hormuz.

Int'l Herald Tribune
May 22, 2026

On the Ground in South Sudan: Why Akobo Faces an Ebola Risk
Hunger and conflict are on the minds of the residents of Akobo, where an outbreak could have devastating consequences.

Int'l Herald Tribune
May 22, 2026

Stephen Colbert Suited Himself
The suit may be a totem of conventionality, but for late-night hosts, it has become a useful tool.

Int'l Herald Tribune
May 22, 2026

The Agony Around the Democrats' Mysterious, Ridiculous Autopsy
After this fiasco, Ken Martin, the chair of the D.N.C., should be replaced.

Int'l Herald Tribune
May 22, 2026

StreetEasy's ‘Reserve Your Future' Is Taking Reservations for 2046
To celebrate 20 years in business, a New York real-estate site is offering restaurant reservations two decades in the future, an unusual offer in a city of short shelf lives.

Int'l Herald Tribune
May 22, 2026

Memorial Day Travel Forecast: Gas Prices, Traffic and Flights
Most U.S. travelers will be driving to their destinations for the long weekend, kicking off what is expected to be a busy summer travel season.

Int'l Herald Tribune
May 22, 2026

The One Big Reason YouTube Will Never Replace Stephen Colbert
Don't count out the moguls.

Int'l Herald Tribune
May 22, 2026

Memorial Day Weekend Will Be Wet and Cool For Much of the U.S.
Memorial Day weekend will be wet for much of the United States, though dry, seasonal weather is likely in the West.

Int'l Herald Tribune
May 22, 2026

Memorial Day Forecast: Weather Will Be Wet and Cool For Much of the U.S.
Memorial Day weekend will be wet for much of the United States, though dry, seasonal weather is likely in the West.

Int'l Herald Tribune
May 22, 2026

With Gas Prices Through the Roof, Will Renting an EV or Hybrid Car Save You Money?
With gas prices through the roof, more travelers are considering alternative vehicles to control costs. But how much will you really save?

Int'l Herald Tribune
May 22, 2026

In West Bank, Latest Victim of Israeli Settler Violence Shocks in a New Way
A video of a Palestinian family's dog being savagely beaten has spread widely in the days after the attack.

Int'l Herald Tribune
May 22, 2026

Before Europe Anoints Someone to Talk to Putin, It Debates What to Talk About
Europeans are considering appointing an envoy to Ukraine peace talks with Russia. First, many warn, they need to decide what to ask.

Int'l Herald Tribune
May 22, 2026

Partisan Mud Fight, or Focus on the Midterms? Redistricting Divides Democrats.
Gov. Abigail Spanberger of Virginia urged her fellow Democrats, including the House minority leader, Hakeem Jeffries, to stop talking about drawing new congressional lines for partisan advantage.

Int'l Herald Tribune
May 22, 2026

Warsh to Take Charge of Fed Facing Rising Inflation Threat
The economic backdrop that Kevin M. Warsh inherits as chair of the Federal Reserve does not call for the interest rate cuts that President Trump wants.

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