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Tom Stoppard, Award-Winning Playwright of Witty Drama, Dies at 88
Drawing comparisons to the greatest of dramatists, he entwined erudition with imagination in stage works that won accolades on both sides of the Atlantic.
Published: November 29, 2025, 6:04 pm
In Firing His No. 2, Zelensky Loses Both a Negotiator and an Enforcer
Andriy Yermak had ensured internal discipline in Ukraine’s wartime politics. He also led the country’s peace negotiations, which now must go on without him.
Published: November 29, 2025, 4:09 pm
The Ukrainians Stuck in Russia’s New Gulag
Even if a peace can be reached, it won’t be easy to solve the problem of Ukrainian civilians languishing in Russian jails. This is one prisoner’s story.
Published: November 29, 2025, 10:00 am
Russia Bombards Ukraine for Nearly 10 Hours in a Deadly Assault
The attack came as U.S. officials were expected to hold peace talks with Ukrainian and Russian officials in the coming days.
Published: November 29, 2025, 5:10 pm
South Africans Were Promised Job, but Ended Up ‘Going to War’ for Russia
The South African government is investigating how more than a dozen men unwittingly ended up on the front line in Russia’s war on Ukraine.
Published: November 29, 2025, 5:03 am
Andriy Yermak Resigns: What to Know About Ukrainian Official
The chief of staff to President Volodymyr Zelensky of Ukraine was seen as the second-most powerful person in Ukraine. He was dismissed on Friday.
Published: November 28, 2025, 7:42 pm
Rebel Nuns Can Live in Old Abbey, if They Give Up Social Media
After the octogenarian nuns refused to return to their senior center, the abbot has finally folded. But he has some conditions.
Published: November 28, 2025, 6:20 pm
Andriy Yermak, Zelensky’s Chief of Staff, Resigns
Andriy Yermak, President Volodymyr Zelensky’s chief of staff and top peace negotiator, became the highest-ranking casualty of an investigation into a vast kickback scheme.
Published: November 28, 2025, 6:48 pm
Israeli Raid in Southern Syria Kills at Least 13, Syrian Officials Say
The raid was one of Israel’s deadliest cross-border incursions since Bashar al-Assad, Syria’s former dictator, was ousted last year.
Published: November 28, 2025, 6:14 pm
At Last, a Name for the Murderous Face in a Holocaust Photo
With the help of A.I., a historian has identified the killer in a 1941 image that defined the savagery of the Nazi regime.
Published: November 28, 2025, 9:01 pm
Home of Ukraine’s Lead Negotiator Is Searched in Corruption Case
The scrutiny of Andriy Yermak, President Volodymyr Zelensky’s chief of staff, could disrupt U.S.-led peace talks and further rattle Ukrainian politics.
Published: November 28, 2025, 1:40 pm
Louvre Raising Ticket Prices for Non-European Visitors
From Jan. 14, visitors to the museum from outside the European Economic Area will pay 45 percent more for entry to help finance its ambitious renovation plan.
Published: November 28, 2025, 6:12 pm
Pope Leo Visits Turkey on His First Trip as Pontiff
The pope started his six-day trip, which will also include a visit to Lebanon.
Published: November 29, 2025, 3:29 pm
Trump Cut Europe Out of Ukraine Talks. Here’s How Europe Pushed Back.
European leaders were blindsided by President Trump’s 28-point-plan to end the Ukraine war, setting off a dash for influence.
Published: November 28, 2025, 6:06 pm
Matildas star's secret heartbreak as teammates pay tribute during gutsy performance against New Zealand
Matildas star Winonah Heatley entered Matildas camp amid personal tragedy but refused to tell her teammates for fear the news would distract from preparations for their matches against NZ
Published: November 29, 2025, 9:01 am
Cricket star goes viral for hilarious celebrations after FINALLY scoring a maiden first class century
New Zealand spinner Ish Sodhi has finally made a name for himself with the bat, rather than the ball, and gone viral in the process with a hilarious WWE-inspired celebration
Published: November 29, 2025, 5:40 am
It was meant to be the best week of their lives. But an Aussie couple's trip to Fiji for their dream wedding quickly descended into chaos
What was meant to be a romantic celebration in Fiji left the Gold Coast couple with nothing but shattered dreams and an empty bank account.
Published: November 28, 2025, 11:29 am
Aussie sports team co-owned by Hollywood superstars Hugh Jackman and Ryan Reynolds issue rivals with major warning
An Aussie team competing in the lucrative SailGP who are backed by Hollywood superstars Hugh Jackman and Ryan Reynolds have issued an ominous warning to their rivals.
Published: November 28, 2025, 3:50 am
Rory McIlroy reveals he has asked his wife to punch him if he ever repeats egotistical move
The Northern Irishman completed his career Grand Slam by winning the 2025 Masters but admitted that he still needs wife Erica Stoll to keep him humble at times.
Published: November 28, 2025, 4:55 pm