The authorities are seeking to detain President Yoon Suk Yeol for questioning over his declaration of martial law, which plunged the country into a political crisis.
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Trump’s Falsehoods Aside, China’s Influence Over Global Ports Raises Concerns
The president-elect inaccurately said that Chinese soldiers operate the Panama Canal. But China’s strategic positions in shipping worry Washington officials.
What Happened to Carter’s White House Solar Panels? They Lived On.
The panels, removed under Ronald Reagan, found new homes from Maine to China. And their legacy still reverberates.
Friday Briefing: F.B.I. Said the New Orleans Attacker Acted Alone
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A Half-Ton Piece of Space Junk Falls Onto a Village in Kenya
No one was hurt by the object, believed to be part of a launch rocket. Experts say the frequency of such incidents is increasing as the amount of debris in orbit around the Earth grows dramatically.
How Darts Became London’s Rowdiest Winter Party
The professional darts championships draw tens of thousands of raucous fans. The beer flows freely in the stands, but the competition is serious.
Gaza Cease-Fire Before Trump’s Inauguration Looks Unlikely
Despite a recent Biden administration push, talks between Israel and Hamas to end the war appear not to have made significant progress, according to officials familiar with the discussions, as Israeli airstrikes have continued.
Naples, Italy: A Popular Tourist Destination Suffering from Violence and Unemployment
The southern Italian city has become fashionable for tourists, models and actors in a social media age. Yet it remains merciless for many of its youth.
Debate Over U.S. Sanctions on Russia For Ukraine War Intensifies
The president-elect has said he will use sanctions sparingly while vowing to end the war in Ukraine, renewing questions over their efficacy.
Israeli Threat to UNRWA Looms Over Gaza
The U.N. agency known as UNRWA has been the backbone of aid to Gaza. Now, Israel is moving to ban it over accusations that it shielded Hamas militants.