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Live Updates: South Korean Officials Thwarted in Attempt to Detain President After Standoff NYT » World News Police officers and investigators tried to bring President Yoon Suk Yeol in for questioning about his declaration of martial law last month.

Friday Briefing NYT » World News The aftermath of a New Year’s attack in New Orleans.

Biden Plans to Block Takeover Bid of U.S. Steel by Japan’s Nippon NYT » World News The president’s announcement of the fate of the iconic Pennsylvania-based company, which became a contentious political issue in an election year, is expected as soon as Friday.

South Korean President’s Supporters Camp Out Near His Home NYT » World News For days, thousands have been outside the house in central Seoul, trying to shield President Yoon Suk Yeol.

South Korean Officials Arrive at President Yoon’s Home, Seeking to Detain Him NYT » World News The authorities are seeking to detain President Yoon Suk Yeol for questioning over his declaration of martial law, which plunged the country into a political crisis.

What Happened to Carter’s White House Solar Panels? They Lived On. NYT » World News The panels, removed under Ronald Reagan, found new homes from Maine to China. And their legacy still reverberates.

Trump’s Falsehoods Aside, China’s Influence Over Global Ports Raises Concerns NYT » World News The president-elect inaccurately said that Chinese soldiers operate the Panama Canal. But China’s strategic positions in shipping worry Washington officials.

Friday Briefing: F.B.I. Said the New Orleans Attacker Acted Alone NYT » World News Plus, eat better in 2025.

A Half-Ton Piece of Space Junk Falls Onto a Village in Kenya NYT » World News No one was hurt by the object, believed to be part of a launch rocket. Experts say the frequency of such incidents is increasing as the amount of debris in orbit around the Earth increases dramatically.

Gaza Cease-Fire Before Trump’s Inauguration Looks Unlikely NYT » World News Despite a recent Biden administration push, talks between Israel and Hamas to end the war appear increasingly deadlocked, according to officials familiar with the discussions.

How Darts Became London’s Rowdiest Winter Party NYT » World News The professional darts championships draw tens of thousands of raucous fans. The beer flows freely in the stands, but the competition is serious.

Naples, Italy: A Popular Tourist Destination Suffering from Violence and Unemployment NYT » World News The southern Italian city has become fashionable for tourists, models and actors in a social media age. Yet it remains merciless for many of its youth.

Debate Over U.S. Sanctions on Russia For Ukraine War Intensifies NYT » World News The president-elect has said he will use sanctions sparingly while vowing to end the war in Ukraine, renewing questions over their efficacy.

Israeli Threat to UNRWA Looms Over Gaza NYT » World News The U.N. agency known as UNRWA has been the backbone of aid to Gaza. Now, Israel is moving to ban it over accusations that it shielded Hamas militants.

Thursday Briefing NYT » World News A deadly attack in New Orleans.

The Mozambique Song, and Rapper, Inspiring a Youth Uprising NYT » World News “Povo no Poder,” or “People in Power,” by the rap star Azagaia, has become the unofficial anthem of the protests over a disputed election.

US Teenager Fights for Life After Father and 2 Others Die in Mexican Ambush NYT » World News Jason Peña, 14, was shot in the head on a highway in the city of Durango, a family spokeswoman said. His father and uncle, both U.S. citizens, and a Mexican relative were also killed.

What to Know About ISIS Terror Attacks NYT » World News The group whose flag was found after a New Orleans truck-ramming attack has never stopped orchestrating and inspiring acts of terror.

Palestinian Authority Temporarily Bans Al-Jazeera NYT » World News The authority’s official news media accused the Qatari-backed broadcaster of “inciting sedition” and “interfering in internal Palestinian affairs,” though it did not provide detailed examples of law breaking.

Montenegro Shooting Kills 10, Including 2 Children, Officials Say NYT » World News The authorities in the small Balkan country reported after a search that the gunman, whose rampage followed a bar fight, had been found dead.