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How India Is Trying to Squeeze Pakistan Far From the Battlefield NYT &rt; World News The nuclear-armed rivals are also wrangling over Pakistan’s access to desperately needed foreign aid, as India explores ways to use its soft power and relationships to bedevil its old enemy.

Sewage Sludge Fertilizer From Maryland? Virginians Say No Thanks. NYT &rt; World News Maryland has restricted use of the toxic fertilizer. A plan to send more to Virginia has sparked fears of contaminated farms and fisheries.

The pope’s first words from the balcony will set expectations for his papacy. NYT &rt; World News Cardinal Jorge Mario Bergoglio, who took the name Pope Francis, spoke to an audience after being selected to lead the Catholic Church.

Older cardinals can’t vote in the conclave, but they have thoughts on the proceedings. NYT &rt; World News Cardinal Domenico Calcagno is over the age of 80 and not allowed to vote.

How Does a Pope Choose His Name? NYT &rt; World News When selecting a name, popes often look to history and make a choice imbued with personal meaning. The decision can also signal the direction a pontificate might take.

After White Smoke Signals a New Pope, What Happens Next? NYT &rt; World News A successor to Pope Francis had been elected. But there will be a short wait before his identity becomes clear.

Intelligence Agencies Increase Focus on Greenland, U.S. Officials Say NYT &rt; World News A growing number of reports about the island have been included in information circulated in the executive branch and Congress, officials said.

If you want to be pope, it helps not to act like it. NYT &rt; World News Cardinals taking communion during the funeral for Pope Francis in April.

The Sistine Chapel hasn’t always been home to the conclave. NYT &rt; World News The Sistine Chapel in 1939, when it was set up for the conclave that elected Pope Pius XII.

Trump Officials Ask Texas Court to End Protections for Lesser Prairie Chicken NYT &rt; World News The lesser prairie chicken, known for the males’ quirky courtship dance, inhabits grasslands sought-after by farming and energy developers.

In Israel’s Demolition Path, West Bank Residents Pack Up Their Lives NYT &rt; World News A monthslong Israeli military operation in the northern West Bank has displaced tens of thousands of people. Some are now learning they may not return.

Putin and Xi Present a United Front as They Face an Unpredictable Trump NYT &rt; World News The two leaders, meeting in Moscow, hailed their alliance a day ahead of events to mark the 80th anniversary of the Soviet victory over Nazi Germany in World War II.

Denmark Threatens U.S. After Report of Increased Spying in Greenland NYT &rt; World News Officials summoned the American ambassador and pushed to shut a consulate on the Arctic island after the Trump Administration was said be ratcheting up surveillance.

Here are 7 key issues dividing the Roman Catholic Church. NYT &rt; World News Cardinals in Vatican City after the death of Pope Francis. A conclave to choose his successor is to start on Wednesday.

Age Could Help to Decide the Next Pope NYT &rt; World News Cardinals at the funeral for Pope Francis last month.

Mississippi Man Is Charged With Stalking Jennifer Aniston NYT &rt; World News Prosecutors said that Jimmy Wayne Carwyle, 48, drove through the front gate of Ms. Aniston’s home on Monday after stalking her for nearly two years.

Live Updates: Black Smoke Signals That Cardinals Still Haven’t Chosen a Pope NYT &rt; World News Voting in the morning was inconclusive. The conclave will reconvene in the afternoon, with two more votes expected on Thursday, unless a pontiff is chosen in the first round after lunch.

A call for ‘unity’ in the conclave sounds divisive to some. NYT &rt; World News Cardinals returned to St. Peter’s Basilica after Pope Francis’ funeral in April.

E.U. Unveils Plan for Retaliatory Tariffs on U.S. Products, if Negotiations Fail NYT &rt; World News European officials are working on lists of retaliatory tariffs and planning a World Trade Organization case to put pressure on America to do a trade deal.