What a Professor’s Firing Shows About Sexual Harassment in China
A top Chinese university described the conduct of a professor accused of sexual harassment as a moral failing, language feminists say downplays harm to women.
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Racheal Kundananji Leads Zambia Against USWNT at Paris 2024
In seven years, Racheal Kundananji went from playing her first organized game to signing a multimillion-dollar contract. Her rise could have lasting effects.
New Zealand Abuse in Care Report Speaks of ‘National Catastrophe’
The head of a six-year investigation into mistreatment in orphanages, mental health institutions and elsewhere said it found an “unthinkable national catastrophe” unfolding over decades.
Middle East Crisis: Netanyahu Under Pressure to Address Cease-Fire Calls in His Speech to Congress
Families of hostages in Gaza and many others in Israel and abroad will be watching the Israeli prime minister’s address on Wednesday to hear how he will handle competing demands…
Mediterranean Drought Forces a Hard Choice: Who Gets the Water?
Parts of southern Italy and other countries in the region are experiencing one of their worst droughts in decades. The authorities say they are working to at least save tourism.
Typhoon Gaemi Approaches Taiwan as Hundreds of Flights Are Canceled
Typhoon Gaemi, nearing the island with Category 4 winds, was expected to make landfall Wednesday night after killing at least five people in the region.
Paris, City of Light and Shadows, Is Redrawn for the Olympics
The Games will usher visitors through France’s history, with events at the Grand Palais and Versailles. But, as host, Paris is also becoming a new city.
Nepal Plane Crash Kills 18 People After Takeoff
The pilot of the Saurya Airlines flight, which was departing from Kathmandu, was the only survivor, officials said.
Ukrainians Are Turning to ‘Death Doulas’ Amid War With Russia
The work of those who guide people coping with acute grief has grown in importance in war-torn Ukraine, where death has become a daily reality since the Russian invasion.
Fatah and Hamas Sign Unity Deal in China, but Deep Divisions Remain
In a move brokered by China, Fatah and Hamas endorsed a unified government for the West Bank and Gaza, but Palestinians are skeptical that the two parties can put aside…