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Trump Shuns Europe, and Its Defense Industry Tries to Capitalize NYT &rt; World News Europe’s weapons makers are prospering as the continent reconsiders its post-Cold War stance of favoring domestic investment over military spending.

Here’s more on the pope’s legacy and what comes next. NYT &rt; World News

Looking back at Pope Francis’ 2015 visit to the U.S. NYT &rt; World News

Indiana Evangelicals Are Focusing on Creation Care With Environmental Work NYT &rt; World News A cluster of evangelical groups in the state is pushing for environmental action. Leaders say they’re following the biblical mandate to care for creation.

Latin Americans remember a pontiff who was one of their own. NYT &rt; World News Parishioners gathering to mourn the death of Pope Francis on Monday in Caracas, Venezuela.

A Funeral Director Brought Wind Power to Rock Port, Missouri NYT &rt; World News Every year for nearly two decades, the small city of Rock Port has been producing more electricity from wind energy than it needs.

Green Solutions to Fight Louisiana Flooding NYT &rt; World News Simple, affordable initiatives like rain gardens are helping to soak up water in New Orleans.

How Maryland Hit Its 30x30 Goal NYT &rt; World News Nine states have set goals to conserve 30 percent of their land by 2030. Maryland got there first.

Argentines Mourn ‘Humble’ Pope and Native Son NYT &rt; World News Across Argentina, many people flocked to churches to mourn Pope Francis. Some recalled personal encounters before he became pontiff.

U.S. Catholics, and Some Protestants, Mourn a Different Kind of Pope NYT &rt; World News Immigrants and L.G.B.T.Q. people were among those who saw Pope Francis as a force for change, offering a more welcoming version of the Catholic church.

Democrats Land in El Salvador, Seeking Release of Kilmar Armando Abrego Garcia NYT &rt; World News The lawmakers said the Salvadoran government had denied their request to meet with a deported Maryland man, Kilmar Armando Abrego Garcia. The visit came after a trip by Senator Chris Van Hollen.

Pope Francis Had Health Issues That Increase Stroke Risk NYT &rt; World News The declaration of death said the pope had Type 2 diabetes and high blood pressure, along with bronchiectasis, a chronic lung condition.

What Happens After the Pope Dies? A Visual Timeline of Rituals and Traditions NYT &rt; World News After Pope Francis’ funeral, 135 cardinals will gather for a conclave to elect a new pope. The traditions include oaths of secrecy, paper ballots and white smoke from a chimney of the Sistine Chapel.

Francis opened the door to the L.G.B.T.Q. community, but only so much. NYT &rt; World News Waving a rainbow flag during the 2021 Pride march, in front of the Basilica of Saint Mary Major, where Pope Francis will be buried.

For Pope Francis, a Last Burst of Pastoring Before Death NYT &rt; World News The Catholic faithful took heart when the pontiff, after two brushes with death, emerged from a hospital and resumed some of his duties. Their joy proved short-lived.

Tuesday Briefing: Tributes for Pope Francis NYT &rt; World News Plus, making a difference on Earth Day.

Argentines mourn a ‘humble’ pope and a native son. NYT &rt; World News Across Argentina, many people flocked to churches to mourn Pope Francis. Some recalled personal encounters before he became pontiff.

E.P.A. Set to Cancel Grants Aimed at Protecting Children From Toxic Chemicals NYT &rt; World News The cancellations, set to apply to pending and active grants, also affect research into “forever chemicals” contaminating the food supply.

U.S. Airstrike Hits Yemeni Capital, Killing 12, Houthi Health Officials Say NYT &rt; World News Witnesses said an airstrike on Sunday hit a densely populated area adjacent to the Old City in Houthi-dominated Sana.

Vance’s Visit to India Sparks Hopes for Trade Deal Amid Trump Tariff Pause NYT &rt; World News Those tariff clouds? Indians wish them away as they welcome Vice President JD Vance for a four-day visit.