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Overlooked Clue Sheds Light on Shakespeare’s Marriage NYT &rt; World News New research undermines the traditional view that Shakespeare was a distant, neglectful husband to his wife, Anne.

Russia Jails General Who Criticized Army’s Senior Command NYT &rt; World News Maj. Gen. Ivan Popov, a popular battlefield commander, was fired after airing grievances against superiors.

Man Shot by Police at Toronto Airport NYT &rt; World News The agency that runs Canada’s busiest airport is warning travelers to expect delays at its largest terminal.

Cardinal Giovanni Battista Re Will Preside Over Pope Francis’ Funeral NYT &rt; World News The dean of the Roman Catholic Church’s College of Cardinals is a 91-year-old Italian who has spent most of his career serving in the Roman curia.

If America Walks Away from Ukraine, What Will Europe Do? NYT &rt; World News Europeans see Ukraine’s security as vital to their own and want to defend the principle of no border changes by force, even if President Trump does not.

Mourners Pay Respect to Pope Francis as Cardinals Fine Tune Funeral Plans NYT &rt; World News The conclave to select the next pontiff has not started yet, but meetings to set the agenda and to decide on the logistics of mourning for Francis were gathering pace.

After Pope Francis, Progressive Christians Feel Vulnerable NYT &rt; World News Catholics and Protestants who saw Pope Francis as a guiding moral figure are losing their voice.

An E.U. Deforestation Rule Has Ethiopian Coffee Farmers Scrambling NYT &rt; World News The measure will require geolocation data to show that beans aren’t linked to deforestation. Farmers say they need more time to prepare.

Zelensky’s Red Line on Crimea Tied to Political Realities at Home NYT &rt; World News In Ukraine, memories of Russia’s annexation are fresh and resentments run high, leaving the country’s president few choices on the latest American peace plan.

Why the Winner of Canada’s Election Could Be Decided by Greater Toronto NYT &rt; World News The Conservatives had enjoyed a lead over Liberals in the region largely because of rising housing and food costs. But President Trump’s tariffs have shifted the equation.

A New Medical Discipline in Israel: How to Receive Hostages NYT &rt; World News From the first haircut to emotional support, a regularly updated guide covers what health professionals have learned about helping ex-hostages transition from captivity to freedom.

Russian Attack on Kyiv Kills 9, Ukrainian Officials Say NYT &rt; World News The overnight assault on Ukraine’s capital was the deadliest since last summer, and comes as the United States has threatened to walk away from the peace process.

At Least 9 Dead in Russian Airstrikes on Kyiv, Ukrainian Officials Say NYT &rt; World News The overnight assault on Ukraine’s capital was the deadliest since last summer, and comes as the United States has threatened to walk away from the peace process.

Ex-President Moon of South Korea Is Indicted on Bribery Charge NYT &rt; World News A bribery charge against Moon Jae-in makes him the latest in a line of former leaders to face criminal action, deepening the country’s political polarization.

After Militant Attack in Kashmir, Pakistan Braces for Strike by India NYT &rt; World News The Pakistani government said it did not want an escalation, but in the wake of a deadly attack in Indian-controlled Kashmir by unidentified militants, analysts warned of an unpredictable situation.

Thursday Briefing: Trump Lashes Out at Zelensky NYT &rt; World News Plus, the perfect pour-over coffee.

Mahathir Mohamad, 99, Reflects on a Contentious Legacy NYT &rt; World News In his first, 22-year stretch as prime minister, Mahathir Mohamad transformed Malaysia’s economy. But he was also accused of being a strongman and antisemite. In an interview, he offers a self-assessment.

Will Canada’s Next Prime Minister Solve the Million-Dollar Housing Crisis? NYT &rt; World News Soaring housing costs, with many homes nearing $1 million, have sparked an exodus from cities like Vancouver, and Canadians want their next prime minister to do something about it.

Here’s What to Know About the Muslim Brotherhood, Which Jordan Banned NYT &rt; World News The move could shutter the country’s largest opposition party, the Islamic Action Front, which is the Brotherhood’s political arm in Jordan.

Thursday Briefing: Trump Lashes Out at Zelensky NYT &rt; World News Plus, the perfect pour-over coffee.