Month: October 2024
Elon Musk Bought a Texas Compound for His 11 Kids and Their Mothers
As the billionaire warns of population collapse and the moral obligation to have children, he’s navigating his own complicated family.
How a Data Center Divided a Small Missouri Town
Residents of Peculiar battled developers and some of their local officials to keep a giant data center out of their community.
Live Updates: Dozens Killed in Israeli Strike in Northern Gaza, Palestinian Officials Say
The Israeli military said it was looking into reports of the attack. The Palestinian Civil Defense, an emergency service, said at least 55 people were [Read More…]
Houthi Arrests of Yemenis on Spying Charges Alarm Diplomats and Aid Workers
The Iran-backed Houthi militia has detained dozens of Yemenis linked to the U.S. Embassy or international organizations recently.
Zelensky, With Limited Options, Seeks a Path Forward for Ukraine
A muted response to Ukraine’s “victory plan” and steep challenges on the battlefield leave Kyiv searching for a Plan B.
Part-Time Farmers, Part-Time Rock Stars: A Chinese Band’s Unlikely Rise
The band, Varihnaz, has gained fans by offering an alternative to China’s hyper-polished, fast-paced modern life, with songs about pesticides and poultry raising.
Dodgers Beat Yankees to Take a Commanding Lead in the World Series
Los Angeles has won the first three games against New York to move within one win of the championship.
How Russia, China and Iran Are Interfering in the Presidential Election
Eight years after Russia interfered in the 2016 presidential election, foreign influence with American voters has grown more sophisticated. That could have outsize consequences in [Read More…]
The New Threat to Brazil’s Forests: Chemicals
Authorities use satellites to track deforestation caused by chain saws or fire. Now criminals are using chemicals to degrade trees — and evade detection.
No, poll workers aren’t handing out Sharpies to invalidate ballots.
The writing utensils figured prominently in conspiracy theories in previous elections. But they’re often fine to use on paper ballots.
