Who Are the Favorites to Win Eurovision?
KAJ, representing Sweden with an ode to the sauna, is the bookmakers’ favorite, but singers from France, Austria, the Netherlands and Finland are also causing a stir.
Read More
Hiker or Russian Spy? Latvia Advises Its People How to Be on the Lookout
A Latvian security agency tells people to note radio gear and provocative questions, but some signs of espionage that it cites — like fit, unkempt backpackers — could apply to hikers and tourists.
A ‘MAGA Ticket’ Nationalist Bids to Become Romania’s President
George Simion appears well placed to be elected to the role, which is largely ceremonial. But his talk of “uniting” the country with people and land in other nations has infuriated neighbors.
‘He Gets Us’: Trump Makes a Splash in Saudi Arabia
Many Saudis say they are big fans of President Trump, calling him a “straight shooter” who shares their values. Others were not impressed.
Chris Brown Arrested in Connection With 2023 Assault, British Authorities Say
The R&B singer is charged with grievous bodily harm.
Fighting India Helps Revive the Pakistani Military’s Popularity
As Pakistan declares victory, confidence in the troubled country’s state institutions is re-emerging, at least for now.
‘It’s All About Trump’s Tariffs’: Asia Flocks to U.S. Trade Official
Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation nations, staring down U.S. tariffs, jockeyed for time with U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer at a gathering in South Korea.
Peace Talks Between Russia and Ukraine to Begin Amid Doubt and Chaos
Expectations are low for the talks in Istanbul, the first direct peace negotiations between Moscow and Kyiv since early 2022.
Romania Is About to Experience Disaster
We knew it was coming. Ahead of the first round of Romania’s presidential elections on May 4, it was obvious what would happen. This was, after all, practically a rerun of an election held last November that was won by a far-right candidate, Calin …
Jewish Student Who Held Out in Lawsuit Against Harvard Agrees to Settle
Shabbos Kestenbaum sued Harvard University over allegations it did not do enough to curb antisemitism. He had continued his lawsuit even after other students settled.