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Neanderthal community cared for child with Down syndrome, fossil suggests

The bone of a 6-year-old found in Spain’s Valencia region provides evidence of communal care by Neanderthals, researchers say, and maybe even compassion.

By Frances VinallJune 27, 2024

A world-first emissions tax is going after gassy cattle

Denmark’s bill, which has broad consensus support, targets greenhouse gases emitted by the country’s cows, pigs and sheep. New Zealand axed plans for a similar tax.

By Andrew JeongJune 27, 2024

What an election betting scandal says about British politics and culture

At least five Conservative officials are being investigated by Britain’s gambling watchdog as part of a probe into their placing bets on the timing of the British general election, which is set for July 4.

By William Booth and Karla AdamJune 27, 2024

Closed-door espionage trial of U.S. journalist kicks off in Russia

Evan Gershkovich, who the U.S. says is wrongfully detained, was arrested on a reporting trip over a year ago in Russia and faces 20 years in prison if convicted.

By Francesca EbelJune 26, 2024

Amid war setbacks and complaints, Ukraine changes another top general

The criticism, and replacement, of a top general suggests splits opening inside the military amid setbacks in the battle against Russia.

By Isabelle Khurshudyan and Serhii KorolchukJune 26, 2024

Today's WorldViewAnalysis

The joy and rage over Assange’s release

Assange’s life and work remain the source of much febrile debate, across the political spectrum and around the world.

By Ishaan TharoorJune 26, 2024

International Court issues warrants for top Russian military officials

The warrants say Sergei Shoigu, the former defense minister, and Valery Gerasimov, army chief of staff, were responsible for the war crimes by targeting civilian infrastructure.

By Robyn Dixon, Francesca Ebel and Isabelle KhurshudyanJune 25, 2024

Count Binface challenges U.K. Prime Minister Rishi Sunak for Parliament seat

A satirical recurring candidate is tapping into a deep sense of distrust in the British electorate.

By Karla AdamJune 25, 2024

National Security

What to know about WikiLeaks’ Julian Assange and the deal set to free him

Assange is set to plead guilty to violating the Espionage Act at a U.S. court in the Northern Mariana Islands in exchange for his freedom. Here’s a refresher.

By Frances VinallJune 25, 2024

The long saga of WikiLeaks’ Julian Assange may finally be over

The sprawling drama involved hacking and leaking, flight and imprisonment, and the governments of the U.S., Britain, Sweden, Ecuador and Australia.

By William BoothJune 24, 2024

Timeline: Key moments for WikiLeaks and Julian Assange

WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange has reached a plea deal with the United States, probably ending the whistleblower’s lengthy legal saga.

By Mikhail KlimentovJune 24, 2024

Princess Anne hospitalized with concussion after apparent horse incident

According to a palace source, the medical team concluded that Anne’s injuries were consistent with those delivered by a horse’s head or legs. She is expected to recover.

By Karla AdamJune 24, 2024

After attack in Dagestan, Russian officials minimize Islamic State claim

Some Russian officials blamed Ukraine and the United States for a terrorist attack in the predominantly Muslim region of Dagestan despite the region’s long legacy of Islamist violence.

By Francesca Ebel and Robyn DixonJune 24, 2024

Style

Travis Kelce carries Taylor Swift across stage, sending fans into frenzy

Taylor Swift’s boyfriend, NFL star Travis Kelce, joined her on stage during a surprise Eras Tour appearance at London’s Wembley Stadium.

By Alexandra MaJune 24, 2024

The pope’s right-hand man is reshaping the church, becoming a target

Most Catholics have little sense of the liberal archbishop behind the Vatican’s pronouncements. But critics of the pope see Víctor Manuel Fernández as Enemy No. 2.

By Anthony Faiola and Stefano PitrelliJune 24, 2024

More than 15 killed in Dagestan, Russia, as gunmen hit multiple sites

The dead included a 66-year-old Orthodox priest and over 15 police officers in what appeared to be a coordinated attack at a synagogue, church and police post.

By Natalia Abbakumova and Sammy WestfallJune 23, 2024

He thought a cow ate his Rolex. It turned up five decades later.

James Steele, a British dairy farmer, lost the watch while bringing in his cows for milking in the 1970s.

By Kelsey BakerJune 23, 2024

Taylor Swift fever sweeps London, reaches royal family

Taylor Swift posed for a selfie with Prince William and his eldest children, Princess Charlotte and Prince George, as the star kicked off concerts in London.

By Jennifer HassanJune 22, 2024

A European wild cat was nearly extinct. Now, it is making a comeback.

The Iberian lynx is no longer classified as endangered, with one group calling it the “greatest recovery of a cat species ever achieved through conservation.”

By Kyle MelnickJune 22, 2024

Economy

French election this month rattles financial markets as debt woes mount

Markets were rattled by Macron’s election gamble, which followed an unexpectedly strong showing by the far-right National Rally in June 9 balloting for the European Parliament.

By David J. LynchJune 22, 2024

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