An Uncomfortable Question in France: Are We Still a Great Power?

The failed submarine deal with Australia raises questions about whether there is an unbridgeable divide between France’s vision of itself on the world stage and its actual power.

Howard Zucker, Who Led Cuomo’s Pandemic Response, Resigns

Dr. Zucker, the New York State health commissioner, came under fire for potentially helping obscure the coronavirus death toll in nursing homes and keeping health data from the Legislature.

Days Before Germans Vote, Merkel Is Where She Didn’t Want to Be: On the Stump

The race for chancellor is tightening, but Angela Merkel says Armin Laschet is the man to fill her shoes.

Has Covid Cost Australia Its Love for Freedom?

Half the country is locked down, and its borders remain closed. But most Australians are willing to make these sacrifices in pursuit of a collective freedom from fear of the virus.

An Experiment to Stop Online Abuse Falls Short in Germany

Despite having one of the world’s toughest laws against online hate speech and harassment, Germany has struggled to contain toxic content ahead of its Sept. 26 election.

Days Before Germans Vote, Merkel Is Where She Didn’t Want to Be: On the Stump

The race for chancellor is tightening, but Angela Merkel says Armin Laschet is the man to fill her shoes.

John Kerry’s Sales Pitch to Save the Planet

As the first presidential envoy for climate, he wants to persuade world leaders to “do what the science tells us.” With global climate talks less than two months away, he faces a tough path.

A Governor’s High School Basketball Dreams Are Blocked. And He Is Crying Foul.

As his state was battered by Covid-19, Gov. Jim Justice of West Virginia applied to coach a boys’ team in his spare time. When the school board rejected him, he threatened to haul the members before a judge.

India Opens Its Highest Military Ranks to Women After Lengthy Fight

Combat roles will still be restricted, but female soldiers and sailors will have greater access to the academy that leads to choice leadership positions.

Submarines and Shifting Allegiances

Why the U.S.-British deal to sell military technology to Australia has unleashed claims of backstabbing and betrayal.

Germany’s Far Right Is Nowhere in the Election. But It’s ‘Here to Stay.’

In the next national Parliament, the far-right Alternative for Germany party is likely to remain a pariah force. But it looks assured, too, of a role in shaping the country’s future.

House Passes Spending Bill and Debt Limit Increase Over G.O.P. Opposition

The measure now heads to the Senate, setting up a clash with Republicans, who have warned they will block any debt ceiling increase.

Opinion | The Roots of French Pique

France was right to be angry about the submarine deal. But it’ll get over it.

House Passes Spending Bill and Debt Limit Increase Over G.O.P. Opposition

The measure now heads to the Senate, setting up a clash with Republicans, who have warned they will block any debt ceiling increase.

China Pledges to Stop Building Coal-Burning Power Plants Abroad

It marks a major shift for one of the biggest backers of coal-fired plants globally. Still, China remains heavily reliant on new coal plants at home, and is the world’s top emitter of greenhouse gases.

Taliban Complete Interim Government, Still Without Women

The Taliban spurned calls from the United Nations and big donors to include women in its new cabinet, but did add a few men from minority ethnic groups.

Taliban Complete Interim Government, Still Without Women

The Taliban spurned calls from the United Nations and big donors to include women in its new cabinet, but did add a few men from minority ethnic groups.

Taliban Complete Interim Government, Still Without Women

The Taliban spurned calls from the United Nations and big donors to include women in its new cabinet, but did add a few men from minority ethnic groups.

Trudeau Wins, but Is Diminished by a Futile Election

The prime minister struggled to find a campaign issue that could distinguish his party and expand its power in Parliament.

Taliban Complete Interim Government, Still Without Women

The Taliban spurned calls from the United Nations and big donors to include women in its new cabinet, but did add a few men from minority ethnic groups.