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Joby Demonstrated its Air Taxi in Manhattan, but You Can’t Fly in It Yet

New York Times May 31, 2026

Aviation start-ups and the Trump administration want to replace helicopters with electric aircraft, but the new vehicles still have to pass arduous tests before the public can use them.

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Edgar Morin, ‘Grandfather’ of French Intellectuals, Dies at 104

New York Times May 30, 2026

A former member of the Resistance, he went on to a career spanning eras and disciplines. His books and pronouncements carried moral authority.

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Iran’s Team Trains in Limbo for World Cup Overshadowed by War

New York Times May 30, 2026

The Iranian soccer players, still awaiting visas to the U.S., are practicing in Turkey and making backup plans.

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A Big Bang, a Fire and Panic as War Enters Romanian Homes

New York Times May 30, 2026

When a drone crashed into an apartment building in eastern Romania, residents were reminded that the Russia-Ukraine war makes for a dangerous neighbor.

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Colombia’s Elections Are a Crucial Test for the Left in Latin America

New York Times May 30, 2026

Colombia’s leftist candidate for president leads in polls, but his main rival — a far-right outsider who calls himself “The Tiger” — has gained momentum.

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5 Are Freed in Laos Cave Rescue After More Than a Week

New York Times May 30, 2026

Rescuers pumped water from the flooded cave, enabling four miners to crawl out. One used diving gear to escape earlier, and two remain missing.

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Ye and Travis Scott Concerts Canceled in Italy Over Security Fears

New York Times May 30, 2026

The events were canceled “to ensure public order and safety,” the authorities said. Jewish leaders had objected to the concert by Ye, formerly known as Kanye West, who has a history of antisemitic remarks.

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The Russian Drone That Hit Romania Also Hit European Confidence

New York Times May 30, 2026

The failure to protect NATO territory further increased anxiety about alliance solidarity, Russia’s intentions and Washington’s commitment to collective defense.

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As Trump Mulls Decision About Iran War Deal, a Restive Middle East Waits to Hear

New York Times May 30, 2026

The president has wavered on whether to move ahead with an agreement with Iran to end the war. On Friday, he vowed to make a “final determination” soon.

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Inside the Ebola Epicenter, the Virus Rages With Little to Stop It

New York Times May 30, 2026

A remote gold mining town is under siege, as medical workers struggle to beat back a surge of deaths and infections.

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Hegseth’s Message to Asian Partners: Do More to Get More

New York Times May 30, 2026

At a security conference in Singapore, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth told Asian military leaders how they could get to “the front of the line” for U.S. assistance.

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Is a Canadian Car the Answer to Trump’s Tariffs? The Bricklin Shows the Risks.

New York Times May 30, 2026

A sports car made in New Brunswick and mostly funded by the province lasted only about 18 months.

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What I Saw Inside an Ebola Ward

New York Times May 30, 2026

Our chief Africa correspondent, Declan Walsh, walked inside an Ebola ward where both adults and children were being treated, and where someone had recently died of the disease amid a spiraling outbreak in the region. This is what he saw.

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How Curry Shops Got Caught in Japan’s Immigration Crackdown

New York Times May 30, 2026

Under Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, new visa rules are forcing some foreign business owners, who have put down roots in Japan, to leave.

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50 Years of Skateboarding at London’s Southbank Undercroft

NYT Europe May 30, 2026

Skateboarders make pilgrimages from around the world to a “found” London space that a grass-roots campaign saved from redevelopment.

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Season Pass

New York Times May 30, 2026

Today, let’s set our ambitions for summer reading.

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Across the Middle East, Muslims Mark Eid Amid War and Crisis

New York Times May 30, 2026

From Iran to Gaza, Eid al-Adha celebrations were muted as war dragged on and shortages of food and fuel roiled the region.

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The World Capital of French Fries Has a Problem: Too Many Potatoes

New York Times May 30, 2026

Belgium’s potato harvest set a record, just as tariffs hit U.S. demand for frozen fries and as competition from suppliers in Asia intensified.

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Lithuania, Once Occupied by Germany, Is Glad German Troops Are Back

New York Times May 30, 2026

Berlin has deployed forces to protect the Baltic country amid fears of increased Russian aggression in Europe. This time, the soldiers were welcomed.

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Who’s the Vegas Retiree With the Big Offer for Greenland?

New York Times May 30, 2026

Clifford E. Stanley, a retired broker, explains his unusual mission, which caught a lot of people by surprise.

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Iran War Updates: Trump Puts Off ‘Final Determination’ on Iran Proposal

New York Times May 30, 2026

The president met with aides for two hours at the White House about a possible cease-fire extension, according to a senior administration official. Earlier, Mr. Trump had suggested in a social media post that he was ready to make a decision.

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