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A Furniture Town Reels From Trump’s Tariffs (and Braces for More)
Malaysia’s “Furniture City,” the town of Muar, was already losing ground. Then President Trump put kitchen cabinets in his sights.
With Trump’s Asia Trip, Speculation Mounts of a Meeting With Kim Jong-un
President Trump has repeatedly said that he wants to see the North Korean leader again. Mr. Kim has indicated that he is open to the idea — but only under a strict condition.
The ‘Sleeper Issue’ at the Heart of Trump’s Trade War on China
Concern is increasing throughout Southeast Asia as U.S. officials, intent on slowing China, have yet to say how they will define the origin country of imports.
In Trump, Families of Cambodian Troops Detained by Thailand See Hope
They are expecting President Trump will do for their loved ones what he did for the hostages held by Hamas: set in motion a plan that leads to their release.
Trump’s Asia Tour: Deals, Diplomacy and a Meeting With Xi
From Kuala Lumpur to Gyeongju, President Trump is casting himself as a deal-maker and peace negotiator, while a wary region looks for tariff relief and steadier ties.
Francisco Pinto Balsemão, 88, Dies; Portuguese Prime Minister and Press Champion
In the wake of a revolution, he helped found a leading political party and tried to conciliate warring left and right factions, although his success was limited.
Exxon Sues California Over New Climate Disclosure Laws
The oil giant said requirements that companies calculate new details about greenhouse gas emissions and climate risks violate Exxon’s free speech rights.
Judge Dismisses Most Claims Against Tate Brothers in Florida Lawsuit
Andrew Tate, an online influencer, and his brother Tristan, have been in a legal battle with a woman who accused them of harassing her after she gave testimony in Romania.
Trump’s Russia Sanctions Shift War Dynamics to the Energy Front
As winter slows the pace of battlefield combat, Moscow and Kyiv are betting on campaigns against each other’s energy assets to break a stalemate in the conflict.
Sirikit, Glamorous Former Queen of Thailand Who Wielded Power, Dies at 93
As the wife of King Bhumibol Adulyadej, she traveled the world charming government leaders and the public.
Pope Leo’s Permission for Latin Mass in St. Peter’s Gives Traditionalists Hope
Pope Francis greatly limited the use of the traditional Latin Mass, believing it sowed division. Traditionalist Catholics are hoping Pope Leo charts a different path.
Why a Chef in Brazil Couldn’t Stomach a Menu Request for a Prince’s Event
He was asked to cater a climate event for Prince William and 700 guests. But omitting the famous Amazonian fish was like “asking Iron Maiden to play jazz.”
‘It’s Got to Be an Inside Job’: Jewelry Thieves Weigh In on Louvre Heist
Was it the heist of the century or a master class in incompetence by the museum? Some prominent former jewelry thieves have plenty to say about the audacious break-in at the Louvre.
Trump and Canada’s Trade Spat Spotlights Doug Ford, the Ontario Premier
Doug Ford has built a reputation for picking fights with President Trump and getting under his skin with publicity-grabbing moves as U.S. tariffs have harmed Ontario’s economy.
King Charles and Pope Leo Pray Together in Groundbreaking Moment
It was the first time in hundreds of years that the leaders of the Roman Catholic and Anglican Churches prayed together, offering a public display of unity.
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Facing Lost Trade With the U.S., Carney Heads to Asia
The prime minister will attend two meetings and visit three countries as part of his plan to wean Canada off its dependence on the U.S.
Trump Backs Milei, But Argentina’s Elections Will Test His Popularity
President Javier Milei of Argentina has earned U.S. support, but he faces a critical legislative election at home amid voter anger over job losses and corruption scandals.
An E.P.A. Plan to Kill a Major Climate Rule Is Worrying Business Leaders
Some carmakers and energy executives say the plan would trigger costly litigation and spur individual states to create a patchwork of tighter rules.