A Climate Chaos Maker

Global warming is causing extreme heat around the world. Now El Niño, a natural phenomenon that disrupts global weather patterns, is also at work.

ICC Judges Sue Trump Administration Over Sanctions

Kimberly Prost, a Canadian judge at the International Criminal Court, and two colleagues are suing the administration, saying the sanctions were a form of retaliation.

Cuba Announces Sweeping Overhaul of Struggling Communist Economy, But Obstacles Remain

The Cuban government announced a major economic restructuring, but experts say most changes would depend on buy-in from the Trump administration.

France Confirms First Ebola Case

The first case of Ebola was confirmed in France after a doctor, who returned from the Democratic Republic of Congo, tested positive.

Ukrainian War Amputees Find Community in Sports

Groups of Ukrainian veterans who lost limbs in Russia’s invasion have found joy and formed new bonds after returning home through learning new sports.

Why Is Europe the Fastest-Warming Continent

The burning of fossil fuels is raising temperatures worldwide, but local factors, on land and at sea, determine which regions warm most rapidly.

Europe Is Sweltering. Here’s What That Looks Like

Temperature records were broken in several European countries on Wednesday.

Bahrain Restricts Shiite Holy Day Amid Iran War Crackdown

The restrictions are the latest in a string of measures Bahrain has taken against Shiite citizens in the Gulf country, with many accused of having loyalties to Iran.

The Wife of Spain’s Leader Is Accused of Graft. It May Actually Help Him.

People close to Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez keep being investigated for corruption. Analysts say weaknesses in the latest case could help him discredit the others.

Israel Says It Has Trapped Hezbollah Fighters Underground in Southern Lebanon

The Israeli military says thousands of troops have surrounded a large tunnel network in southern Lebanon. The standoff is at the center of intense clashes in the area recently.