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February 21, 2024World

As Latin America’s Prison Population Explodes, Gangs Seize Control

Intended to fight crime, Latin American prisons have instead become safe havens and recruitment centers for gangs, fueling a surge in violence.Intended […]

February 21, 2024World

Middle East Crisis: U.S. Defends Israel’s Policies Toward Palestinians

At the United Nations’ top court, a U.S. official argued that calls for Israel to withdraw from occupied Palestinian territories ignore the […]

February 21, 2024Europe

Ewen MacIntosh, Comedian on British Sitcom ‘The Office,’ Dies at 50

Mr. MacIntosh was known for his role as Keith Bishop, a dry, blunt accountant on the original version of “The Office.”Mr. MacIntosh […]

February 21, 2024Middle East

Syria Blames Israel for Deadly Airstrike on Damascus

Israel did not comment on the attack, though it has acknowledged hundreds of past strikes on Iran-linked targets in Syria. Israel did […]

February 21, 2024World

Russian Pilot Who Defected to Ukraine Is Believed Dead in Spain

The apparent death in Spain of Maksim Kuzminov is likely to fuel speculation that it was the work of Russia’s intelligence services.The […]

February 21, 2024World

Why Women Outnumber Men in South Korea’s Sports Stadiums

Experts say it has to do with stadium safety and the influence of K-pop fan culture.Experts say it has to do with […]

February 21, 2024World

Yulia Navalnaya’s X Account Restored After Brief Suspension

An account created by Aleksei A. Navalny’s widow on Monday disappeared and then returned hours later. The social media company said the […]

February 21, 2024World

Despite Interpol Fixes, Strongmen Find New Ways to Abuse It

The international police organization has toughened oversight of its protocols, which autocrats have used to pursue dissidents. But the autocrats have adapted.The […]