Nicaragua’s Democracy Hangs by Thread as Crackdown Deepens

Under President Daniel Ortega, the country is a step away from becoming a one-party state. Money-laundering charges against his main rival have heightened concerns.


Your Monday Briefing

Tension in Israel ahead of key vote.


Wedding Receptions Are Back, and Italy’s Candy Makers Are Delighted

The sugarcoated almond confections known as confetti are the favorite of brides but also of the Vatican.


T.B. Joshua, a Nigerian Celebrity Megachurch Pastor, Dies at 57

Mr. Joshua had millions of followers, including top politicians and sports stars. But he was dogged by controversy over his products, his prophecies and events in which church members died.


U.S. Will Donate 750,000 Covid Vaccines to Taiwan

The announcement came as three U.S. senators briefly visited Taiwan’s capital on Sunday. The donation is part of the 25 million doses the U.S. plans to distribute this month to countries struggling to control the virus.


Mississippi Governor Says Don't Worry About State's Low Vaccine Rate

Gov. Tate Reeves of Mississippi said that there was no longer a high risk of contracting or being hospitalized with Covid-19.


Graeme Ferguson, Filmmaker Who Helped Create Imax, Dies at 91

He partnered with friends to produce stunning original technology that would give movie viewers an immersive, stadium-like experience.


Israeli Ultra-Orthodox Excluded From Coalition, Face Loss of Power

A new coalition that aims to remove Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu from office could also usher in a more liberal civil rights agenda.


U.S. Aid to Central America Hasn’t Slowed Migration. Can Kamala Harris?

A stark reality faces the vice president as she visits the region: Expanding aid programs have failed to stem migration.


Biden Is Embracing Europe, but Then What? NATO and the E.U. Have Concerns.

After the Trump trauma, Europe will welcome Biden’s warm words, but tough topics remain, from China and Russia to trade disputes, Covid-19 vaccine diplomacy and transitions to carbon-neutral economies.