Explosion at Qatar Gas Plant Leaves at Least 54 Injured

The blast happened at a key site for natural gas production. The authorities blamed a technical malfunction while operations were being restarted after the U.S.-Israeli war against Iran.

First Round of U.S.-Iran Talks End, Mediators Say

The first round of negotiations between Washington and Tehran in Switzerland ended with a “roadmap” to reach a final deal within 60 days, Pakistani and Qatari mediators said.

Right-Wing Outsider Appears to Win Colombia’s Election

President Trump had endorsed Abelardo De La Espriella, a lawyer with no previous political experience, in Colombia’s presidential election. He appeared headed for a slim victory.

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Two Boys Arrested After Deadly School Shooting in the Philippines

Three people were killed and seven wounded after two ninth graders opened fire on Monday morning in Tacloban City, the police said.

Does This Radio Host Really Know Everyone in Wales?

Elis James thinks he has a friend in common with just about everyone else in Wales. Don’t believe him? Give him 60 seconds to prove it.

Abelardo De La Espriella, Trump-Backed Rightist, Headed for Win in Colombia

A victory for Abelardo De La Espriella, a lawyer with no previous political experience, would be a rebuke to the left and another win for the right in Latin America.

The Man Trumpifying FIFA

Gianni Infantino, the FIFA president, has unabashedly courted the U.S. president’s favor.

Uncertainty Remains Over the Strait of Hormuz

The United States and Iranian militaries have offered conflicting accounts over whether the crucial waterway is open.

As Vance Offers Iran ‘Outstretched Hand’ in Talks, Trump Threatens Bombing

The administration’s split message came as the United States and Iran began a new round of nuclear negotiations in Switzerland.