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Bangladesh military plane crashes college

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1Kby Saif Hasnat and Jenny Gross / 15h

More than 160 people were injured after the training aircraft crashed because of a mechanical error, military officials said. The country’s interim leader called the loss “irreparable.”

Israel Refuses to Renew Visa of Top UN Humanitarian Official for Gaza

UN urges Israel compliance Gaza

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500+by Aaron Boxerman / 15h

The head of the agency that helps oversee aid deliveries to the territory had previously criticized the impact of Israeli military attacks on civilians.

Today

Tuesday Briefing: A Deadly Jet Crash in Bangladesh

Bangladesh Air Force jet crashes

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by Justin Porter / 6h

Plus, New Zealand wines with something extra.

Climate Change Is Making Fire Weather Worse for World’s Forests

33by Rebecca Dzombak / 8h

Forest fires are on the rise globally. An increase in severe fire weather is largely responsible.

Chinese Officers Questioned U.S. Government Employee About His Army Service

by Edward Wong / 8h

The man, a U.S. citizen, is barred from leaving China by the Ministry of State Security, the country’s main intelligence and counterintelligence agency.

Seabed-Mining Firm Faces Legal Questions Over Trump Policy

by Max Bearak / 10h

After Trump pledged to open international waters to mining, The Metals Company sought U.S. permits. But other countries are raising legal concerns.

In Japan, Anti-Establishment Parties Resonate With Young Voters

100+by Martin Fackler / 12h

The success of new political parties focused on wages, immigration and an unresponsive political elite highlights the frustrations of many working-age people in Japan.

Syrian Government Evacuates Bedouin Families After Deadly Clashes

by Raja Abdulrahim and Muhammad Haj Kadour / 12h

The violence in Sweida Province between groups from Bedouin tribes and the Druse minority renewed fears of sectarian conflict and drew Israeli attacks before a cease-fire was announced Saturday.

Did Jeju Air Pilots Shut Down Wrong Engine Before Deadly Crash?

Controversy surrounds Jeju Air crash

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300+by John Yoon and Mark Walker / 12h

Investigators found the Jeju Air flight crash-landed with only its badly damaged right engine on, but experts warned against drawing early conclusions.

SkyWest Flight Aborts Landing to Avoid Midair Collision Near Military Base

Airliner avoids B52 near Minot

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400+by Mike Ives / 14h

After the passenger jet landed safely in North Dakota, the pilot told passengers that he had made an “aggressive maneuver” to avoid hitting a military aircraft.

Shootings, Devastation, Hunger: Israel Fails to Address Gaza’s Power Vacuum

200+by Patrick Kingsley / 15h

Over the weekend, Israeli soldiers shot Palestinians near an Israeli-backed aid site and a U.N. convoy. Both episodes pointed to Israel’s refusal to allow new governance structures to emerge.

Bangladesh Military Plane Crashes Into School, Killing at Least 19

Bangladesh military plane crashes college

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1Kby Saif Hasnat and Jenny Gross / 15h

Dozens were injured after the aircraft crashed in Dhaka, Bangladesh’s capital, according to national fire officials.

Chinese Officials Helped Cover Up Lead Poisoning of Children, Report Says

100+by Vivian Wang / 17h

Health officials tampered with blood tests of some of the more than 200 children who were sickened by food tainted with lead, an investigation found.

Yesterday

Iran to Hold Nuclear Talks With European Governments

Iran to resume nuclear talks

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22by Amelia Nierenberg and Sanam Mahoozi / 17h

Iranian representatives will meet with negotiators from Britain, France and Germany on Friday, days after they threatened to restore sanctions.

Venezuela Targets Economists as Inflation Surges Under Trump’s Sanctions

26by Genevieve Glatsky / 18h

As inflation surges under President Trump’s renewed sanctions, Venezuelan authorities are trying to keep a lid on the country’s worsening financial situation.

Ukraine Ups Its Arms Production, Asking Allies to Pay for It

Ukraine seeks allies arms funding

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by Constant Méheut / 18h

There is a growing drive to make the country more self-reliant in weapons manufacturing as it faces Russia’s superior firepower. That requires a lot of money from Western backers.

Chinese Car Giants Rush Into Brazil With Dreams of Dominating a Continent

96by Somini Sengupta and Victor Moriyama / 18h

As the likes of Ford and Mercedes retreat, Great Wall Motor and BYD are building factories and bringing affordable EVs and hybrids to one of the world’s biggest markets.

Russia Launches Heavy Strikes Despite Trump Arms Pledge to Ukraine

Ukrainian officials propose ceasefire talks

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400+by Andrew E. Kramer / 18h

The barrage of exploding drones and missiles appeared to be the most intense attack since President Trump announced a plan to get more weapons for Kyiv.

Landslides and Floods Kill 18 in South Korea

South Korea heavy rain casualties

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100+by Choe Sang-Hun / 19h

As rescuers search for the missing under the rubble, thousands of evacuated villagers face the daunting task of rebuilding their homes.

Monday Briefing: Dozens Killed in Gaza

by Justin Porter / 22h

Plus, a film takes us back to the pandemic.

How Trump’s Tariffs and Foreign Policies Have Bolstered Support for the E.U.

100+by Jeanna Smialek / 23h

The European Union has its problems, but the bloc is gaining public trust and making new friends. President Trump’s attacks are one reason why.

China’s Hardball Tactics Set Tone for Difficult Summit with Europe

China seeks influence over Europe

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50by David Pierson and Berry Wang / 23h

Beijing is betting that economic pressure and diplomatic defiance will force concessions, but its stance could put more strain on its ties with Europe at a crucial time.

Monday Briefing: Dozens Killed in Gaza

by Justin Porter / 1d

Plus, a film takes us back to the pandemic.

Faint Signs of Life Appear in Effort to Halt Ukraine War

26by Andrew E. Kramer / 1d

Ukraine’s president proposed reviving talks brokered by the Trump administration, which seemed stalled a month ago.

Jean-Pierre Azéma, 87, Dies; Chronicled French Collaboration With Nazis

32by Adam Nossiter / 1d

He was among the historians who challenged national myths about the compromises his country made after being occupied by Germany in World War II.

Japan’s Long-Dominant Party Suffers Election Defeat as Voters Swing Right

Japan votes threaten Ishiba's leadership

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400+by Martin Fackler, Hisako Ueno and Kiuko Notoya / 1d

The loss on Sunday left the Liberal Democrats a minority party in both houses of Parliament, while two new nationalist parties surged.

Passenger Ship Fire Kills at Least 3 People in Indonesia

Multiple Indonesian vessel fires casualties

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300+by Johnny Diaz / 1d

The fire happened aboard the KM Barcelona 5 in the waters of North Sulawesi Province in Indonesia on Sunday morning, officials said.

China Exit Ban on Wells Fargo Executive Stokes Foreign Business Anxiety

Wells Fargo halts China travel

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53by Keith Bradsher / 1d

The case comes around the same time a Japanese pharmaceutical executive was imprisoned, adding to growing unease even as Beijing tries to court overseas investors.

Israel Issues Evacuation Order for New Area in Gaza

Israel expands Gaza ground operations

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2Kby Isabel Kershner and Aaron Boxerman / 1d

The attack occurred after the Israeli military had told Palestinians to leave an area where many have sought refuge and warned that it may expand operations.

Jul 19, 2025

As Trump Courts a More Assertive Beijing, China Hawks Are Losing Out

Trump softens China trade stance

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100+by Ana Swanson and Tripp Mickle / 1d

The Trump administration has dialed back aggressive measures against China and reversed its position on technology controls as the president angles for a Chinese trip later this year.

Even as Air-Raid Sirens Blare, Ukrainians Wait for the Light to Change

47by Kim Barker / 1d

Anyone new to Ukraine may quickly notice the disconnect between the front line and much of daily life farther away, including the patient behavior of pedestrians waiting to cross the street.

Typhoon Wipha Pounds Hong Kong and Macau With Rain and Wind

Typhoon Wipha causes widespread chaos

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200+by Yan Zhuang / 1d

The tropical cyclone made landfall in mainland China late Sunday afternoon with winds near to those of a Category 1 Atlantic hurricane.

The K-Pop Band Big Ocean Is Making Waves With Sign Language

100+by Ephrat Livni / 1d

Big Ocean, a boy band whose members are deaf or hard of hearing, has found success with a mix of singing and signing.

Pet Owner Flooded With Puzzling Calls About a Lost Cat While Hers Is Safely at Home

100+by Rylee Kirk / 2d

Natasha Lavoie’s phone number appeared on a T-shirt sold online that advertised a fictitious missing cat. She can’t stop the calls from coming.

A Kite Surfer, Navy SEAL and Makeup Artist: Freed in a U.S.-Venezuela Swap

200+by Julie Turkewitz / 2d

Over 260 people were released from prisons in El Salvador and Venezuela. Now they face the challenge of coming home.

The Pelicot Trial Returns, This Time to the Stage

58by Catherine Porter / 2d

Many of those who attended the trial returned to see a new play based on the case of Gisèle Pelicot, who confronted her ex-husband and dozens of men accused of raping her.

At Least 28 Dead After Tourist Boat Capsizes in Vietnam’s Ha Long Bay

Tourist boat capsizes in Halong Bay

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83by Tung Ngo and Lynsey Chutel / 2d

The boat, carrying 48 passengers and five crew members, was on a sightseeing tour of Ha Long Bay when a sudden storm caused it to overturn, state media said. At least 10 people were rescued.

South Korea Pulls Report Into Jeju Air Crash After Victims’ Families Protest

South Korea cancels crash report

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200+by John Yoon / 2d

Relatives of the Jeju Air disaster victims objected to the report in a stormy scene at a news conference, complaining that it blamed the pilots prematurely.

Syria Declares Cease-Fire After a Week of Upheaval

200+by Euan Ward / 2d

Sectarian-tinged clashes left hundreds dead and attracted Israeli military intervention. A U.S. envoy said Israel and Syria had agreed to a truce.

Gaza Health Ministry Says Israeli Military Killed 32 Near Aid Site

500+by Patrick Kingsley, Bilal Shbair and Rawan Sheikh Ahmad / 2d

The latest deaths add to U.N. figures showing that more than 670 Palestinians have been killed since May near sites built under a new Israel-backed aid system.

Open Season

29by Melissa Kirsch / 2d

The popular notions of summer fun and the things we actually feel like doing can sometimes be at odds with each other.

A Rescue Center for Small Wild Animals Looks to Place a Blind Moose Calf

20by Ian Austen / 2d

There is an ambitious long-term plan for Cedar, who cannot be released back into the wild even after his leg injury mends.

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