A ‘Doom Loop’ Threatens France as Populism Confronts Markets
10/20/2026 7:24 AM Open Story
The turmoil shows the profound challenges facing governments stuck between unhappy citizens and wary bond investors.
France Protests Show Europe’s Shift Away From Centrist Politics
10/20/2026 5:59 AM Open Story
Europe’s centrist parties are losing ground among young people and workers, who are increasingly tempted by populist promises of radical change.
France to Extend Curfews After Calm Night Follows Days of Riots
10/20/2026 9:06 AM Open Story
The targeted restrictions are part of a state effort to reassert control after the country’s largest riots in years, as those arrested in the chaos face expedited trials.
Heading to France? Amid Recent Unrest, Here’s What to Know
10/20/2026 9:24 AM Open Story
Rioting over affordability and public education has swept through Paris and other French cities, and there may be more to come.
James Talarico on the Rage Economy, Billionaires and Flipping Texas
10/20/2026 7:38 AM Open Story
Our interview with James Talarico, the Democratic nominee for Senate in Texas.
Why Zelensky Took the Gloves Off This Time With Trump
10/20/2026 9:06 AM Open Story
Staying quiet is riskier than speaking up, Ukrainian officials say, as President Trump goes farther than ever in prioritizing Russia’s interests.
When Idaho Banned Abortion, OB-GYNs Fled. The Doctors Who Stayed Are Cracking.
10/20/2026 6:40 AM Open Story
From childbirth to miscarriages, women’s health care in the state has become increasingly dangerous.
Houdini Died on Halloween 100 Years Ago. Some Still Question How.
10/20/2026 6:17 AM Open Story
A urologist’s inquiry into the magician’s final days is the latest effort to grapple with outstanding questions about his demise.
Cornell’s Jane Doe Sent Letter to Faculty Senate Ahead of Vote
10/20/2026 9:33 AM Open Story
In a letter, the former student said she felt “unsupported” after hearing about an exchange between the school president and her sorority sister. Officials disputed her account of the conversation.
Alberta Voters Reject Leaving Canada in Referendum on Separatism
10/20/2026 9:31 AM Open Story
Residents of the province were asked if they wished to remain in Canada or to hold another vote on breaking away, in a referendum that was a win for Prime Minister Mark Carney.
Yemeni City of Taiz Running Out of Essentials as Houthis Close in
10/20/2026 7:28 AM Open Story
The Iranian-backed Houthi militia has cut road access to Taiz, one of Yemen’s largest cities, besieging it. Officials there warn of an impending humanitarian disaster.
UK to Send Fighter Jets to Help Defend Saudi Arabia From Houthi Attacks
10/20/2026 5:34 AM Open Story
R.A.F. Typhoon fighter jets will be deployed to protect infrastructure in Saudi Arabia, Britain said, after a spike in attacks by the Iran-backed Houthi militia.
Why Does Saudi Arabia Struggle to Stop Houthi Attacks?
10/20/2026 7:23 AM Open Story
The Saudi military has expensive equipment, but the missiles and drones used by the Yemeni militia are difficult to detect and stop.
The Mayor of a City in Haiti Warned of a Massacre. No One Listened.
10/20/2026 5:30 AM Open Story
The mayor of Kenscoff, a town near Haiti’s capital, wrote government officials hundreds of letters to warn of gang threats. Then dozens of people died, and he did, too.
What Could Swing Israel’s Election? Thousands Living in the U.S.
10/20/2026 2:00 AM Open Story
Thousands of Israelis living in the United States are expected to fly to Israel to vote in the country’s national election this month.
Hegseth Said to Make Unannounced Visit to Israel for Talks With Netanyahu
10/20/2026 8:21 AM Open Story
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth met with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Israel’s defense minister, a week before a pivotal election.
A Star Reporter Had AIDS. He Wanted to Make It His Beat.
10/20/2026 9:00 AM Open Story
Jeffrey Schmalz wrote unsparingly about why the political and medical cavalry would not arrive in time for him.
What Makes Men in Groups Behave So Badly?
10/20/2026 6:25 AM Open Story
Why do men in groups behave this way?
The History We Lost When Trump Tore Down the East Wing
10/20/2026 8:00 AM Open Story
Mr. Trump appears to wish to be both president and first lady.
In the Kill Zone
10/20/2026 3:35 AM Open Story
We take a look at what’s happening on the front line of the war in Ukraine.
Trump Tariffs on Canada Spark Latest Lawsuit Over Trade Powers
10/20/2026 8:18 AM Open Story
Once again, the president’s ability to wage a trade war without Congress will come before a court that has repeatedly ruled against him.