Pope Francis Calls for Peace in Ukraine and Gaza on Christmas
Pope Francis’ Christmas message was a plea for reconciliation, peace and care for others.
Syria’s New Leaders Try to Unite Rebel Factions Under a Single Government
The fighters who ousted Bashar al-Assad are aiming to transform their revolutionary movement and assert control over the country.
Passenger Jet Crashes in Kazakhstan With 67 Onboard
Russia’s state aviation authority said the plane had been attempting an emergency landing when it crashed near the city of Aktau. The Kazakh authorities said that at least 25 people…
At Least 21 Killed in Clashes Over Mozambique’s Disputed Election Ruling
Hundreds of buildings were damaged or looted, including schools and hospitals, in a wave of unrest after Daniel Chapo was confirmed as the winner of the presidential election.
Christmas in Pictures: Lights and Color Mark the Season
Around the world, people found ways to show their holiday spirit.
In Tyre, Lebanon, a Somber Christmas Underlined by Trauma and Grief
The ancient Christian community in the coastal city of Tyre has little cause for celebration this year, with many mourning their dead and still rattled by months of Israeli bombardment.
American Airlines Briefly Grounds U.S. Flights on Christmas Eve Over Technical Issue
Bad weather made delays worse after problems with systems used to release flights on one of the busiest travel days of the year.
20 Big Cats Die From Bird Flu at a Washington Sanctuary
More than half of the cats at the sanctuary in Shelton, Wash., died of the virus over the past several weeks.
Teddy Blanks, the Typography Maestro Getting Calls From Greta Gerwig and Robert Eggers
Teddy Blanks, the designer behind the memorable movie titles for films like “Nosferatu” and “Barbie,” has quietly become Hollywood’s go-to guy.