On Instagram, Travelers Are Taking Risky Cross-Continental Journeys. What Could Go Wrong?

Travel accounts that feature risky, cross-continental journeys are proliferating on social media. Security experts have serious concerns.

Iran Rejects U.S. Cease-Fire Deal Presented by Iraqi Leader

The details of the proposal were not immediately clear, but Iranian officials said that it was the only offer on the table.

Timeline: How a College Test Scandal Grew Into a Youth Movement in India

What began with an exam leak scandal in May has grown into a much wider campaign over government accountability. Here’s how the youth-led movement unfolded.

Bangladesh’s President Resigns Amid Uncertainty Over Ex-Leader’s Plans

President Mohammed Shahabuddin stepped down as speculation swirled over the possible return of his onetime ally Sheikh Hasina, who was ousted as prime minister and fled to India.

India’s Young Protesters Take Aim at Modi With Creative Signs

India’s young protesters are taking aim at Prime Minister Narendra Modi with creative signs and slogans across the country.

‘We’re Trapped in Hell’: Iranians Say Life Is Put On Hold by Months of War

Devastated by cycles of violence and economic crisis, many are giving up on work and their futures as the United States batters Iran again.

Venezuela’s Earthquakes Show Wealth Divide, Even in Death

Latin America’s deep-seated inequalities prevailed over the grimly equalizing force of the Venezuela earthquakes, and set even the dead apart.

In Kyrgyzstan, Girls Compete at Kok-Boru, a Game Like Polo

Here’s what happened when some teenage girls dared to compete in the dangerous sport of “kok-boru.”

Prominent Indian Activist Breaks Hunger Strike After 26 Days

The activist, Sonam Wangchuk, said that he had broken his fast “after long negotiations” with officials and “in view of possible violence in the country.”

Senators Ask Hegseth to Fully Account for U.S. Troops Killed or Wounded in Iran

The 12 Democratic senators on the Armed Services Committee said Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth’s department had not provided “timely and comprehensive” reporting on casualties during the war.