Kim Jong-un Calls K-Pop a ‘Vicious Cancer’
South Korean music, movies and dramas are winning the hearts of young North Koreans. Their influence is seen as a threat to Mr. Kim’s grip on society.
U.S. Lifts Some Sanctions on Iranians Before Nuclear Talks
The move was unrelated to negotiations over the 2015 nuclear deal, a State Department spokesman said. The United States also imposed new sanctions on other Iranians.
Without Vaccine Boost, Many African Nations May Not Meet W.H.O. Goal
The World Health Organization set a goal that each country across the world be able to vaccinate 10 percent of its people against the coronavirus by September.
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A New Israeli Government Could Mean Help for Neglected Bedouin Villages
An Arab party in the emerging government is pushing it to recognize communities that have long existed in a sad state of limbo.
Wife of El Chapo Pleads Guilty to Helping Run His Drug Empire
Under an agreement with U.S. prosecutors, Emma Coronel Aispuro will likely be sentenced to at best 108 to 135 months in prison.
In Pictures: President Biden’s Trip to Europe
The president is in Cornwall, England to meet with other leaders of wealthy democracies.
Macy's July 4 Fireworks Return to N.Y.C. at Pre-Pandemic Brilliance
“Why is it possible?” Mayor Bill de Blasio said in announcing the milestone. “Because you got vaccinated.”
First Lady Wears Jacket to Send Message on International Trip
Jill Biden, the first lady, wore a black jacket with the word “LOVE” on the back during President Biden’s first in-person meeting with Prime Minister Boris Johnson on Thursday. Dr. Biden said her jacket choice and message was to bring “love from America.”
Jill Biden Wears 'Love' Jacket in Contrast With Melania Trump's
Jill Biden’s “Love” jacket drew instant comparisons to Melania Trump’s “I really don’t care, do u?” message, but Dr. Biden said it was just about giving hope amid the pandemic.