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Middle East Crisis: U.N. Official Presses Israel to Open More Border Crossings Into Gaza NYT » World News The comments from Philippe Lazzarini, who leads the U.N. agency that helps Palestinians, come after the International Court of Justice this week ordered Israel to ensure that “unhindered” aid reaches the enclave.

‘Punjabi Wave’ Music Hits the Juno Awards Stage NYT » World News Karan Aujla, 27, became the first Punjabi artist to win an award at the Junos as the genre expands its fan base in Canada.

How African Immigrants Have Revived a Remote Corner of Quebec NYT » World News Hundreds of newcomers from Africa have filled a shortage of workers in Rouyn-Noranda, creating a new community in a remote mining town.

Troop-Starved Ukrainian Brigades Turn to Marketing to Attract Recruits NYT » World News Many units, which say the official conscription system is dysfunctional and unwieldy, have started their own recruitment campaigns to fill ranks depleted in the war with Russia.

Watch Live: Turkey’s Famous Stork NYT » World News A 24-hour webcam allows stork lovers worldwide to watch Yaren, who returns to visit his human friend every year.

What Is Happening With the Rohingya Refugees in Bangladesh? NYT » World News Gunfights, kidnappings and homicides have become widespread in the refugee settlements in Bangladesh, as armed groups and criminal gangs have become more brazen.

King’s College Chapel, 438 Solar Panels and an Architectural Squabble in Cambridge NYT » World News King’s College Chapel in Cambridge is one of several British landmarks that have installed solar panels, gratifying climate campaigners and ruffling feathers among some traditionalists.

Dispute in Israel Over Drafting Ultra-Orthodox Jews Threatens Netanyahu NYT » World News Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s cabinet is divided about whether ultra-Orthodox Jews should be required to join the Israeli army.

A Stork, a Fisherman and Their Unlikely Bond Enchant Turkey NYT » World News Thirteen years ago, a stork landed on a fisherman’s boat looking for food. He has come back every year since, drawing national attention.

What to Know About Jeffrey Donaldson, the Former DUP Leader NYT » World News Mr. Donaldson resigned as party leader on Friday, after being charged with non-recent sexual offenses.

Airstrikes Kill Soldiers in Syria in Apparent Israeli Attack NYT » World News Israel’s military did not immediately comment on the Syria strikes, but its defense minister said Israel would pursue Hezbollah, an Iran-backed militia, “every place it operates.”

Why Russia Is Protecting North Korea From Nuclear Monitors NYT » World News The monitors have provided vivid evidence of how Russia is keeping Pyongyang brimming with fuel and other goods, presumably in return for weapons that Russia can use in Ukraine.

Czechs Accuse Two Men of Running ‘Russian Influence Operation’ in Europe NYT » World News Amid news reports that European politicians received payments to promote Russian interests, the Czech government froze the assets of the men and a website, Voice of Europe.

How Climate Change Is Changing Heatwaves NYT » World News Climate change is making heat waves linger for longer stretches of time, exacerbating the effects of extreme temperatures.

Iran and Its Proxies: a Common Link in Mideast Conflicts NYT » World News A monitoring group said that an Israeli strike on Syria hit multiple targets, including a weapons depot belonging to Hezbollah, the Iran-backed Lebanese militia. Here’s a closer look at Iran’s proxies in the region.

Israel Cites ‘New Initiatives’ to Get Aid Into Gaza, but Progress Has Been Slow NYT » World News The country pointed to measures to deliver necessities by land, air and sea that aid groups say are not nearly sufficient to meet the need.

The Palestinian Authority Forms a New Cabinet, but Doubts Remain NYT » World News The Authority’s new prime minister presented his cabinet amid skepticism over its ability to meet international pressure for reform.

In Move to Protect Whales, Polynesian Indigenous Groups Give Them ‘Personhood’ NYT » World News Indigenous leaders of New Zealand, Tahiti and the Cook Islands signed a treaty that recognizes whales as legal persons. Conservationists hope it will lead to legal protections.

Manchester City-Arsenal and the Pointless Search for Scapegoats NYT » World News As Arsenal and Manchester City meet, remember that titles are not always won head-to-head, and that being the second-best team in the world’s best league does not constitute failure.

Teacher Secretly Sold His Students’ Art on Mugs and Shirts, Lawsuit Says NYT » World News Parents of a dozen students at a school near Montreal accused an art teacher in a lawsuit of reproducing portraits from a class assignment and putting them on items that he offered for sale online.