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Returning From Africa, Pope Francis and Christian Leaders Condemn Anti-Gay Laws
In an in-flight news conference after six days in the Democratic Republic of Congo and South Sudan, Francis also denounced conservative critics who he said had “instrumentalized” the death of Benedict XVI.
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‘Here, It’s Like Paradise’: Ukraine’s Ski Resorts Offer a Respite From the War
Ukrainians have flocked to resorts nestled in the Carpathian Mountains, largely spared the worst of the war, for a respite. One soldier recuperating there explored what it means to heal.
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Pervez Musharraf, Former Military Ruler of Pakistan, Dies at 79
Mr. Musharraf took power in a bloodless coup in late 1999 but resigned under threat of impeachment in 2008. He drew fire for his ties to Washington.
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A West African vermicelli and rice dish stirs up Rice-A-Roni memories
A recipe for vermicelli, rice and spinach from Marie Kacouchia’s book “Vegan Africa” came from her mother, but is globally relatable.
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How a Bruce Lee mantra empowered me to try new things
I finally overcame my fears and tried something I always wanted to do.
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Solution to Evan Birnholz’s Feb. 5 crossword, “The Call of the Wild”
Strange noises from the animal kingdom.
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The Blurred Lines Between Goldman C.E.O.’s Day Job and His D.J. Gig
David Solomon brushes off D.J.ing as a minor hobby that has little to do with his work at the bank, but his activities may pose potential conflicts of interest.
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Flowers, Fresh Fish and Movies: China Is Spending Again, Cautiously
The outlook for the world’s second largest economy is brighter as consumer spending picked up after “zero Covid” was lifted. But scars remain from the harsh pandemic restrictions.
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Santos is accused of harassing prospective staffer in his D.C. office
A would-be staffer has filed a complaint with the Office of Congressional Ethics. He says he was sexually harassed while performing duties in Santos’s office.
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Pentagon reports past Chinese surveillance balloons near Florida, Texas
Several previous incursions of U.S. airspace by Chinese surveillance balloons were occurred Texas, Florida, Hawaii and Guam, defense officials have told Congress.