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The megadonor hypocrisy
We compare and contrast Trump’s 2015 attack on Marco Rubio over donor ties with his own close ties to the same family.
The US in brief: John Thune’s defence-funding gambit
Our daily political update, featuring the stories that matter
Rome run: Meloni’s surprising stamina
Also on the daily podcast: Late trains in Germany and the World Conker Championships
Thousands protest in Tunisia over pollution from phosphate plant
Thousands in southern Tunisia rally to shut a state phosphate plant blamed for cancer, illness, and mass poisoning.
Madagascar’s new army ruler to be sworn in as Rajoelina confirms departure
Military leader to take his oath as president on Friday as African Union calls for the restoration of civilian rule.
Kluivert part ways with Indonesia after FIFA World Cup 2026 miss
Indonesia appointed Patrick Kluivert in January on a two-year deal to boost hopes of reaching next year's World Cup.
Titan submersible imploded due to poor engineering, say US officials
The submersible disappeared from sensors on its journey to the wreck of the Titanic, killing all five people on board.
Nestle jumps 8% after consumer goods giant announces plans to slash 16,000 jobs
Nestle said Thursday it will cut 16,000 jobs as the firm's new CEO Philipp Navratil looks to accelerate a turnaround at the consumer goods giant.
Indian microfinance is in trouble
A model that has lifted millions out of poverty is threatened by rising defaults
The new economics of babymaking
A postcard from one of America’s youngest towns
Insurrection Act: What is it, and does US president have plenary authority?
Trump considers deploying military domestically using Insurrection Act amid debates on legal terms and implications.
Malnourished kids in Gaza face lifelong “range of effects”
Kirk Prichard on the long-term effects of severe malnourishment on Palestinian children and mothers in Gaza.