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A Times Reporter on His Father’s Years in Mao’s Army in China
For nearly a decade, I worked in China as a Times correspondent and bureau chief. But it wasn’t until researching for a book that I uncovered the full story of my father’s role in Communist rule.
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From Screen to Reality Examining the Impact of Movies on Our Daily Lives
Movies have been a part of our lives for over a century now. From the black and white silent films of the early 1900s to the high-definition blockbusters of today, movies have captivated audiences and transported them to different worlds and realities. However, have you ever stopped to think about the impact of these movies…
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Drag Takes Off in the Philippines, a Bastion of Christianity
For many performers, drag is not only a cultural phenomenon, but also a political statement promoting social justice and gay rights.
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Middle East Crisis: Israeli Airstrikes Hit Gaza City; Casualties Are Reported
The Israeli military said fighter jets had targeted “Hamas military infrastructure” at two sites. Gazan authorities reported multiple dead and said people were trapped under rubble.
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Sheinbaum’s American Experience Offers Clues to Her Approach to U.S. Relations
The next Mexican president’s years of living in California provide insight into how she will handle key issues in Mexico-Washington ties.
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Pope’s Anti-Gay Slur Lays Bare Church’s Contradictions
The pope used homophobic slang and cautioned prelates about admitting gay men into seminaries. But ordination has also long been a refuge for gay faithful.
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Why Turkey Is Euro 2024’s Second Home Team
A soccer championship has doubled as a test of identity for millions of Germans with Turkish roots. For many, picking one team to support was an easy decision.
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The De la Torre Brothers Are Making the Most of Maximalism
Working and living on both sides of the U.S.-Mexico border, they shatter entrenched ideas about beauty and good taste.
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Are We Loving Our Pets to Death?
Pet owners are treating their animal charges ever more like humans. But that isn’t good for pets, or for us, many experts argue.