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Mark Carney Seals a Majority Government and Remakes Canada’s Liberal Party

New York Times Apr 14, 2026

The rising star in global centrist politics has secured a majority in the Canadian Parliament. Critics are crying foul.

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What Happened After Denmark Adopted a Ruined City in Ukraine

New York Times Apr 14, 2026

The Danish government has contributed more than $250 million to Mykolaiv, as the Trump administration pushes a more business-focused plan.

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The Venezuela Model

New York Times Apr 14, 2026

President Trump calls the removal of Nicolás Maduro “the perfect scenario.” But not everything is going right for the U.S. in Venezuela.

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In Leo, Trump Faces a Different Kind of Papal Opponent

New York Times Apr 14, 2026

Unlike his predecessor, Pope Leo XIV enjoys growing support from a broad swath of conservative Catholics.

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Trump’s Latest Oil Blockade Brings Bigger Economic Risks

New York Times Apr 14, 2026

Oil markets shrugged it off, but the effort to hurt Iran could provoke retaliation that inflicts more damage on energy assets and the global economy.

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As Bahrain Cracked Down Amid War, a Death in Custody Sparked Outrage

New York Times Apr 14, 2026

The body of a man accused of spying for Iran, Mohammed al-Mousawi, showed signs of torture, witnesses said. The U.N. has called for an investigation.

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Europe Is Desperate for More Energy. Can Norway Come to the Rescue?

New York Times Apr 14, 2026

The war in Iran has once again exposed Europe’s energy vulnerability. A friendly source at home would seem to be ideal. But it’s not that easy.

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As War Chills Economy, Dubai’s Most Vulnerable Bear the Cost

New York Times Apr 14, 2026

Migrant workers in the United Arab Emirates, whose hospitality industry has been hit hard by the war with Iran, are facing furloughs, pay cuts and even repatriation.

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Northern Mariana Islands, Guam On Alert for ‘Extremely Dangerous’ Super Typhoon Sinlaku

New York Times Apr 14, 2026

The storm, named Sinlaku, was expected to make landfall on Tuesday evening in Tinian and Saipan, where tens of thousands of people were urged to shelter in place.

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Israelis Don’t Feel Much Like Victors in War With Iran

New York Times Apr 14, 2026

The regime in Iran has not changed and the nuclear and missile threats have not been eliminated, leaving many Israelis to wonder what this was all for.

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Canada Special Elections 2026 Results: Carney’s Liberal Party Gains Majority

New York Times Apr 14, 2026

Prime Minister Mark Carney, constrained by leading a minority government for the past year, gained a majority in the House of Commons after special elections on Monday.

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Amid War, G.O.P. Puts Off Testimony From Senior Pentagon Commanders

New York Times Apr 13, 2026

House lawmakers had been scheduled to hear testimony next week from the head of military operations in the Middle East, but the Republican majority postponed the hearing until late May.

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U.S. Begins a Blockade of the Strait of Hormuz

New York Times Apr 13, 2026

European countries declined to take part in the action, which is designed to pressure Iran into making concessions by cutting off its oil income.

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South Korea Can’t Build Enough Stadiums to Host Its K-Pop Stars

New York Times Apr 13, 2026

South Korea doesn’t have enough arenas to show off its own A-list talent. That’s why BTS began its world tour in a once-neglected, 22-year-old soccer stadium.

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What the U.S. Blockade of Iran and the Strait of Hormuz Might Look Like

New York Times Apr 13, 2026

The U.S. military has provided few details on how it might carry out President Trump’s orders as he seeks to pressure Tehran on a peace deal. But history and established practices offer some clues.

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‘We Finally Have Democracy’: Hungarians Erupt in Joy and Relief

New York Times Apr 13, 2026

Many Hungarians, exhausted by a struggling economy and worried about a move away from the European Union, were jubilant after Prime Minister Viktor Orban conceded. Some had wondered if he would.

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As Internet Blackout Hits Day 45, Iranians Bemoan State Hypocrisy and Economic Risks

New York Times Apr 13, 2026

Iranians enduring the latest communications shutdown warn that it’s crippling businesses. Critics say officials flagrantly use the internet they block citizens from.

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Killer’s Parents Could Have Prevented Southport Attack in U.K., Report Says

New York Times Apr 13, 2026

An official inquiry said the perpetrator’s parents, as well as government agencies, had missed several chances to avert the deadly attack.

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Iran War Live Updates: Deadline Passes for U.S. Blockade in Strait of Hormuz

New York Times Apr 13, 2026

The U.S. military said it would block ships entering or exiting Iranian ports or coastal areas, in an effort to cut off Iran’s oil income. There was no immediate confirmation that the blockade had begun at 10 a.m. Eastern, as scheduled.

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Many Popes Before Leo Have Been Entangled in Politics. Here Are 5 of Them.

New York Times Apr 13, 2026

Leo XIV, under fire from President Trump, has joined predecessors including Francis and John Paul II in confronting political issues.

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China’s Electrostate Is Poised to Win From War in the Middle East

New York Times Apr 13, 2026

A cluster of Chinese firms is poised to win big from the energy crisis set off by the war in the Middle East, building on booming investment in artificial intelligence.

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