Ukraine Live Updates: Russia Moves to Stabilize Its Economy as War Takes a Toll

The country’s central bank cut interest rates again as President Vladimir V. Putin moved to raise the minimum wage and sweeten military benefits. Two Russian soldiers pleaded guilty in the second war crimes trial in Ukraine since the fighting began.

May-26-2022

Colombia Election: Angry, Mobilized and Voting for Gustavo Petro

A large and loud youth electorate hungry to transform one of Latin America’s most unequal societies could propel Gustavo Petro, a former rebel, to the presidency.

May-26-2022

South Korean Workers Turn the Tables on Their Bad Bosses

“South Koreans live with an enormous tolerance for abuse” from the powerful, said one famously bullied advocate. A backlash has erupted.

May-26-2022

Senegal Hospital Fire Kills 11 Infants, President Says

President Macky Sall said the blaze broke out in a neonatal unit, but gave no further details.

May-26-2022

Johnson Takes Aim at Next Big Political Threat: Soaring Prices in U.K.

Prime Minister Boris Johnson, under pressure over a scathing report on lockdown parties in Downing Street and with his party trailing in opinion polls, unveiled an aid package Thursday.

May-26-2022