Pope Leo Heads to Africa to Meet the Future of Catholicism
4/12/2026 9:01 PM Open Story
On a four-country tour of the continent, where the faith is growing faster than anywhere else, the pontiff will be greeted by enthusiastic crowds and authoritarian leaders.
What to Know About Pope Leo’s Voyage to Africa
4/12/2026 9:01 PM Open Story
The pontiff will visit four countries on the world’s poorest continent, demonstrating his urgent focus on the most vulnerable members of the Church.
How Iran, Suffering Under Sanctions, Diversified Its Economy
4/13/2026 2:02 AM Open Story
As the nation contended with high inflation, high unemployment and unrest before the war, it became more than just an oil exporter.
China’s Electrostate Is Poised to Win From War in the Middle East
4/13/2026 1:46 AM Open Story
A cluster of Chinese firms is poised to win big from the energy crisis set off by the war in the Middle East, building on booming investment in artificial intelligence.
Orban Loss May Ease Hungary’s Tensions with European Union
4/12/2026 9:00 PM Open Story
Prime Minister Viktor Orban has stymied the European Union for years, and particularly in recent months. Peter Magyar’s election could change that, if only so much.
Hungary Election Results: Viktor Orban Concedes Defeat and Congratulates Peter Magyar
4/12/2026 3:24 PM Open Story
Prime Minister Viktor Orban, who has inspired populist movements globally, could not overcome the growing dissatisfaction of his own citizens.
4 Takeaways From Orban’s Defeat in Hungary’s Election
4/13/2026 2:54 AM Open Story
Economics and unhappiness with endemic corruption helped Peter Magyar, the challenger, secure victory. A visit by the U.S. vice president in support of Mr. Orban didn’t change things.
Who Is Peter Magyar, the Man Who Toppled Hungary’s Orban
4/12/2026 8:01 PM Open Story
Mr. Magyar’s success in the Hungarian election is fueled in large part by widespread public anger at corruption and concern about sluggish economic growth.
Eric Swalwell Suspends Campaign for California Governor After Sexual Assault Allegations
4/12/2026 6:00 PM Open Story
In a social media post, the representative said he was “deeply sorry for mistakes in judgment I’ve made in my past,” but promised to fight what he called “false allegations.”
California Democrats Rushed to Back Eric Swalwell — and Quickly Abandoned Him
4/12/2026 6:01 PM Open Story
Representative Eric Swalwell, a Washington figure, was largely unknown in the California State Capitol. But influential groups began backing him for governor in the weeks before he was publicly accused of sexual assault.
Can Brooklyn’s Grand Army Plaza Be Car-Free? Mamdani Says Yes.
4/13/2026 12:00 AM Open Story
Mayor Zohran Mamdani is expected to propose linking Grand Army Plaza with Prospect Park by closing a dangerous stretch of road between them.
Mamdani Returns to the Stage to Tell the Story of His First 100 Days
4/12/2026 6:58 PM Open Story
Mayor Zohran Mamdani delivered his 100-day address at a concert venue in Queens. He highlighted his accomplishments and was joined by a not-so-surprising guest.
Mamdani Plans to Open City-Owned Grocery Store in East Harlem
4/12/2026 10:42 PM Open Story
Mayor Zohran Mamdani announced plans for a city-owned grocery store at La Marqueta, moving to deliver on a campaign pledge.
How 6 People in New York City Are Coping With Higher Costs
4/12/2026 1:02 PM Open Story
Surging inflation and rising prices have some people re-evaluating date nights and how much of their splurges they can share with friends.
‘The Strangest Sleepover Ever’: Dutch Skeptical as Their Royals Visit Trump
4/13/2026 12:09 AM Open Story
The Dutch king and queen are set to stay at the White House on Monday night. At a time of trans-Atlantic tension, the Netherlands isn’t sure how it feels about that.
To Fill Drone Force Ranks, Russia Targets a New Demographic: Students
4/13/2026 2:02 AM Open Story
Recruitment sessions have taken place at hundreds of universities and colleges across the country.
Trump’s Military Transgender Ban Is Keeping Workers on Expensive Paid Leave
4/13/2026 2:00 AM Open Story
Highly trained service members have been put on paid leave for nearly a year as they wait for the military to decide their fate.
Rejected by Dozens of Emergency Rooms: South Korea’s Medical Crisis
4/12/2026 2:00 AM Open Story
Hundreds of patients every year have trouble finding emergency care, even though the country has a world-class medical system. For some, the delays have been fatal.
The Last Day at Kids of Faith: Parents Navigating a Child Care Crisis
4/13/2026 2:00 AM Open Story
Inside one of the hundreds of day care centers that have recently closed in one state, forcing parents to make difficult decisions about their careers.
Aiming at China, Malaysia Puts New Restrictions on Electric Cars
4/12/2026 9:01 PM Open Story
The move was a tacit acknowledgment of China’s dominance in the global market and the power of its automakers to keep prices low.
Following the Footsteps of Prince in Minneapolis
4/13/2026 2:00 AM Open Story
This year is the 10th anniversary of the artist’s death. We made a pilgrimage to the city where he lived and worked.
How Trump’s ‘Dealmakers in Peace’ Failed in Iran
4/13/2026 2:02 AM Open Story
Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff thought they could broker peace like a business deal. The war in Iran proves how wrong they were.
Elections and Defections Are Likely to Unshackle Canada’s Liberals
4/13/2026 2:00 AM Open Story
Prime Minister Mark Carney, who heads a minority government, is expected to gain a majority in the House of Commons after three special elections on Monday.
Pearl Fryar, a Picasso of Plants, Dies at 86
4/12/2026 11:04 AM Open Story
A self-taught topiary artist, he discovered a talent for carving trees and shrubs into extraordinary shapes, creating a world-famous garden in a tiny South Carolina town.
After Chaotic Election Day, Peru Orders 2nd Day of Voting for Some Areas
4/12/2026 10:11 PM Open Story
Frustrated voters in long lines were unable to cast ballots in parts of the capital, Lima, due to logistical failures, eroding trust for some in the process.
The Economist Is Putting Names (and Faces) to Its Magazine
4/13/2026 2:02 AM Open Story
Nameless no more, writers for The Economist are mixing it up on video from its studio in London.