Europe Pushes for a Gentler Internet for Children

The European Union and national capitals are trying to make social media and algorithms less addictive and safer, especially for children.

After Sting Operation, Cousin of Bashar al-Assad Convicted in Arms for Drugs Deal

The cousin, Antoine Kassis, was found guilty of conspiracy to support a terrorist group, after trying to sell weapons from the fallen regime to a Colombian militia.

Iran War Live Updates: Gulf Nations and Israel Face New Attacks After Trump Claims Military Success

President Trump said the United States would hit Iran “extremely hard” over the next two to three weeks. He said the war was already a success but did not offer a concrete exit timeline.

Here’s the latest.


China’s Aiming for the Moon, and NASA Is Looking Over Its Shoulder

The U.S. space agency launched a lunar flyby Wednesday, but Beijing is pursuing its own space program with formidable focus. Here’s what we know about it, in photos and videos.

China’s Aiming for the Moon, and NASA Is Looking Over Its Shoulder

The U.S. space agency launched a lunar flyby Wednesday, but Beijing is pursuing its own space program with formidable focus. Here’s what we know about it, in photos and videos.

5 Takeaways From Trump’s Address on Iran

President Trump did not define a clear path out of the conflict, which he estimated would end within three weeks.

Transcript: Trump’s Speech on Iran War

The president made his case for the U.S. attack, and said that the main objectives had been achieved.

U.S. Lifts Sanctions on Venezuela’s New Leader, Delcy Rodríguez

Removing sanctions would allow Delcy Rodríguez, the country’s acting leader, to conduct business with U.S. companies and potentially meet with President Trump.

Map: 7.4-Magnitude Earthquake in Indonesia Raises Tsunami Alerts

View the location of the quake’s epicenter and shake area.