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Choe Sang-Hun, John Yoon, Jin Yu Young And Thomas Fuller
2024-12-04 00:00:12
United States
Politics and Government

President Yoon Suk Yeol of South Korea Declares Martial Law, Then Backs Down

Soon after President Yoon Suk Yeol’s declaration on Tuesday, lawmakers voted to defy him, prompting the president to say he was lifting his order.

Lara Jakes And Kim Barker
2024-12-04 00:00:09
Ukraine
International Relations

NATO Chief Urges More Weapons for Ukraine Ahead of Any Peace Talks

Mark Rutte said it was up to Ukraine to decide when it was ready to begin negotiations with Russia — and that the West should help strengthen Kyiv’s position beforehand.

David Gelles
2024-12-03 21:02:31
United States
United States Politics and Government

Trump Will Have Enormous Power Over Climate Action. Here’s Why.

Presidents have extraordinary control over climate policy, in part, because it’s been decades since Congress has passed a comprehensive environmental bill.

Tariq Panja And Michael S. Schmidt
2024-12-03 21:00:54
United States
China

Antidoping Agency Froze Out Investigators Who Warned About China

The World Anti-Doping Agency’s investigative unit highlighted intelligence about Chinese athletes possibly using a banned medication, but were kept out of the loop when 23 swimmers tested positive for it.

Devlin Barrett
2024-12-03 21:00:54
United States
United States Politics and Government

Justice Dept.’s Apolitical Tradition Is Challenged by 2 Presidents

The post-Watergate norm that political leaders should steer clear of criminal cases is being tested from opposite ends of the political spectrum.

Alex Marshall
2024-12-03 21:00:37
United States
London ( England)

Amid Pro-Palestinian Protests, Turner Prize Goes to Jasleen Kaur

The artist, who has supported the protests against the Tate group of museums, won the prestigious British award for an installation that includes a car covered by a giant doily.

Alex Marshall
2024-12-03 21:00:22
Cameroon
Appointments and Executive Changes

Venice Biennale Names Koyo Kouoh as Next Curator

Kouoh, who was born in Cameroon and currently leads one of Africa’s most important art museums, will organize the 61st edition, in 2026.

Choe Sang-Hun And Ephrat Livni
2024-12-03 21:00:12
North Korea
Elections

Who Is Yoon Suk Yeol, South Korea’s President?

A conservative, Mr. Yoon won the presidency in 2022 by a slim margin, promising a more confrontational stance against North Korea. He quickly became unpopular and divisive at home.

Martial Law in South Korea Tests Biden and a Key U.S. Alliance

The Biden administration has hailed South Korea as a model democracy and bolstered military ties as it relies on the country as a bulwark against North Korea, China and Russia.