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The Dusty Magnets ofthe Milky Way NYT » World News A new map of the center of the Milky Way galaxy reveals details of its magnetic fields

Why India’s Opposition Can’t Get It Together NYT » World News Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s party got less than 40% of the vote in the last election. But his fractured and dysfunctional rivals have struggled to capitalize on that.

What I Learned From an Act of Violence in Sydney That Hit Too Close to Home NYT » World News Amid early tidbits of misinformation came lessons about dodging falsities and allowing facts to build a story.

Reaction to Israel’s Strike in Iran Plays Down Significance NYT » World News In Israel, officials described the strike as a limited response designed to avoid escalating tensions. Iran’s state television said military and nuclear facilities were safe.

Friday Briefing NYT » World News Israel strikes Iran.

Modi’s Power Keeps Growing, and India Looks Sure to Give Him More NYT » World News Few doubt the popular prime minister will win a third term in voting that starts Friday. His strong hand is just what many Indians seem to want.

Apple Says It Was Ordered to Pull WhatsApp From China App Store NYT » World News Apple said it removed WhatsApp and Threads in its China app offerings Friday on Beijing’s orders, amid technological tensions between the U.S. and China.

U.S. and Allies Penalize Iran for Striking Israel, and Try to Avert War NYT » World News While imposing sanctions on Iran, U.S. and European governments are urging restraint amid fears of a cycle of escalation as Israel weighs retaliation for an Iranian attack.

Chinese Exports Are Threatening Biden’s Industrial Agenda NYT » World News The president is increasingly hitting back with tariffs and other measures meant to restrict imports, raising tensions with Beijing.

C.I.A. Director Blames Hamas for Stalled Cease-Fire Talks NYT » World News The group’s rejection of a recent proposal “is standing in the way of innocent civilians in Gaza getting humanitarian relief,” the director said.

Friday Briefing: India’s Election Begins NYT » World News Also, new Western sanctions on Iran, and China’s sinking cities.

U.S. Vetoes Palestinian Bid for Full Statehood at U.N. NYT » World News The move blocked a resolution to support a status that Palestinians had long sought at the United Nations, where it is considered a “nonmember observer state.”

U.S. Restarts Deportation Flights to Haiti NYT » World News The Biden administration had paused deportations of Haitian migrants in recent months as their home country was wracked by violence.

Nicola Sturgeon’s Husband Charged in Embezzlement Case in Scotland NYT » World News Peter Murrell was charged in connection with embezzlement of funds from the Scottish National Party, which his wife once led and where he held a senior role.

U.S. Plans to Veto a U.N. Resolution on Palestinian Statehood NYT » World News The 15-member council is scheduled to vote later Thursday on whether to recommend that Palestine receive full U.N. membership, which would effectively recognize its statehood.

Dubai’s Extraordinary Flooding: Here’s What to Know NYT » World News Images of a saturated desert metropolis startled the world, prompting talk of cloud seeding, climate change and designing cities for intensified weather.

Satellite Data Reveals Sinking Risk for China’s Cities NYT » World News Development and groundwater pumping are causing land subsidence and heightening the risks of sea level rise.

South Africa’s 2024 National Election: What to Know NYT » World News The ruling African National Congress party could lose its parliamentary majority for the first time since the fall of apartheid 30 years ago.

Amsterdam’s Latest Effort to Fight Excessive Tourism: No New Hotels NYT » World News The city wants no more than 20 million hotel stays annually. The measure is one of multiple efforts to control the flow of visitors.

Land Under BLM Management to Get New Protections NYT » World News The measure elevates conservation in a number of ways, including by creating new leases for the restoration of degraded areas.