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Nigeria Arrests Dozens Over Same-Sex Wedding
A 2014 law makes such unions illegal in the country. Anyone found guilty of taking part can also face up to 10 years in prison.
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For Greek Fires and Other Crises, E.U. Builds Emergency Force
The European Union deployed firefighters and equipment in what could be a preview of how it handles disasters linked to climate change.
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Does Harriet Tubman Sculptor’s Race Matter?
A white artist was invited to design a statue of Harriet Tubman. After complaints, the city held an open call for submissions.
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Laurel and Hardy: Year One is Another Fine Blu-ray from Flicker Alley
“Put ‘em both up, insect, before I comb your hair with lead …” What reads like cliched dialogue from some forgotten B-western or gangster movie are among the most momentous words in the history of screen comedy. They mark the first on-screen meeting between Oliver Hardy and Stan Laurel in the 1921 silent film, “The…
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Home Entertainment Guide: August 2023
10 NEW TO NETFLIX “Collateral““Coming to America”“The Departed““Despicable Me““The Expendables”“The Fast and the Furious““Ferris Bueller’s Day Off““The Jerk““Lost in Translation“Paddington” 13 NEW TO BLU-RAY/DVD “Asteroid City” Wes Anderson returned to Cannes this year with his best film since “Moonrise Kingdom.” His latest is a fascinating, moving examination of the entire artistic process. This film takes…
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The Fight to Control Big Gay Ice Cream in New York City
A company that rode to success with an inclusive message has shrunk to a single store, as a founder sues a partner he accuses of mismanagement and fraud.
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CNN hires Mark Thompson as new chief executive, replacing Chris Licht
The former chief executive of the New York Times replaces Chris Licht, who was fired in the spring.
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Turn up the heat with 9 spicy recipes for noodles, soups and more
Adding a little spice to your dishes, can make meals a lot more fun.
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Will Inflation Keep Slowing? The Key Areas to Watch
Will inflation continue to slow at a solid pace? Economists are warily watching a few key areas, like housing and cars.
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Mark Thompson Helped Steady 2 News Outlets. Can He Do the Same at CNN?
Mr. Thompson, who oversaw a period of growth at The New York Times and the BBC, will lead the network during a pivotal period.