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Glastonbury ‘Appalled’ by Bob Vylan’s Chant Against Israel’s Military NYT &rt; World News The band Bob Vylan led a crowd in a chant of “Death, death to the I.D.F.” while performing at Glastonbury, Britain’s biggest music festival.

Why Was the Italian Football Championship Played in Toledo? NYT &rt; World News Amateur football players from Ancona and Florence drew a crowd in Ohio on Saturday.

For South Koreans,‘Squid Game’ Was More Than Just Entertainment NYT &rt; World News The Netflix hit has left a lasting legacy as a major cultural export, but also one that exposed some unsettling aspects of Korean society.

Conquering Soccer and Arming Warlords NYT &rt; World News The Emirati vice president is best known as the owner of a top English soccer team. Behind the scenes, he has been described as the “handler” guiding his country’s secret foreign wars.

Israel’s Military Appears Poised to Expand into Gaza City Amid Cease-Fire Calls NYT &rt; World News President Trump urged Israel and Hamas to “make the deal,” but it was unclear if any significant progress has been made toward an agreement.

After War With Israel and U.S., Iran Rests on a Knife Edge NYT &rt; World News The Islamic Republic limps on after the 12-day conflict. Where will the nation go from here?

Refugees Worry: Is Nicaragua Running Assassination Operations in Costa Rica? NYT &rt; World News After a Nicaraguan human rights activist who had fled to Costa Rica was killed, concern has grown that the Ortega government may be targeting its enemies abroad.

The Beatboxing, Dancing Nuns Expanding the Flock in Brazil NYT &rt; World News The Catholic Church’s effort to win young followers relies in part on influencers, D.J.s and two Brazilian nuns with plenty of rhythm.

The Story Behind Brazil’s Viral Beatboxing Nuns NYT &rt; World News These nuns in Brazil went viral for beatboxing. Now, they’re using their newfound fame to draw attention to the Catholic church and to their congregation’s mission. Jack Nicas, the Brazil bureau chief for The New York Times, goes behind the scenes as the nuns record their first music video.

How Europe Got Tough on Migration NYT &rt; World News The European Union has not gone as far as President Trump in cracking down on immigration, but its shift is already profound.

French Police Officers Who Beat a Black Man on Camera to Stand Trial NYT &rt; World News The brutal beating in 2020 of Michel Zecler, a well-known music producer, sent shock waves through France.

Iran Holds State Funeral for Military Commanders and Nuclear Scientists NYT &rt; World News A procession of marchers honored prominent figures killed during the 12-day war with Israel.

Thai Protesters Vent Their Exasperation With the Prime Minister NYT &rt; World News The political turmoil set off by a leaked phone conversation shows no sign of easing, in a country where demonstrations have helped oust governments before.

At Bezos’ Venetian Wedding: Buzz, Bling and Backlash NYT &rt; World News The over-the-top party in the photogenic Italian city mixed Hollywood, Silicon Valley and political overtones.

Better Half NYT &rt; World News The midpoint of the year is an opportune moment to look back at where we’ve been, and set our sights for where we want to go.

A Celebration of Canada and a Protest Against Musk and Trump NYT &rt; World News A small apartment building in Ottawa is using Canadian flags to send a message about Canada’s sovereignty.

Takeaways From a Times Investigation of the Pope’s Legacy on Sex Abuse NYT &rt; World News As a bishop in Peru, Pope Leo XIV’s handling of two abuse cases was a study in contrasts, siding strongly with victims in one and accused of failing them in the other.

Is Pope Leo a Man of Action on Sexual Abuse Cases? Or the Opposite? NYT &rt; World News For some survivors, he was a hero. Others who reported abuse said he failed them.

Amid War With Israel, Iran Pursues Enemies From Within NYT &rt; World News Iranian authorities are sweeping up hundreds of people deemed suspected spies or infiltrators. Some worry the campaign could become a broader crackdown on political opponents and minorities.

Golden Arches in a War Zone: McDonald’s Thrives in Ukraine NYT &rt; World News The American fast-food giant plans to open about 10 new restaurants in Ukraine this year, a testament to the country’s rebounding economy and its enduring love of Big Macs.