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Landmark Vote Held in Restive Muslim Autonomous Region in the Philippines

JASON GUTIERREZ

The election, in an area long known for violent separatists, was marred by a shootout that killed three, officials said.

Syrians Protest as Surge in Fuel Prices Adds to Cost-of-Living Crisis

RAJA ABDULRAHIM

The government’s decision to increase prices by as much as 40 percent spurred widespread demonstrations across the country.

Modi Served World Leaders a Meatless Meal, and His Critics Pounced

YAN ZHUANG AND ALEX TRAVELLI

Opposition politicians said a vegetarian dinner served at a diplomatic summit misrepresented India’s culinary heritage. A minister in Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s government rejected the criticism.

Russian Strike on Train Station Near Ukraine-Poland Border Seen as Warning to Kyiv’s Allies

JEANNA SMIALEK AND LARA JAKES

The attack on Ukraine’s rail network, which connects the country to the West, was a jab at Europe, officials said.

She Bashed the Government on a Private Call. Then She Was Detained for Months

ZANE IRWIN AND PRIOR BEHARRY

Racial and political tensions have flared in Trinidad and Tobago after members of an ethnic minority were accused of an assassination plot based on a private phone call.

A.I. Queries From Abroad Raise Fears of a Biological Weapons Race

CARL ZIMMER

Today’s chatbots aren’t likely to help lone actors invent a deadly pathogen, experts say. But newer models, trained in biology, may need stronger safeguards.

Body of missing runner found in South Africa

A nationwide appeal was launched after Elizabeth Moselakgomo went missing last week. Four other women's bodies have been found nearby.

Legendary costume designer Bob Mackie dies aged 87

The "Sultan of Sequins" created iconic and dazzling costumes for stars including Cher, Tina Turner and Elton John.

Why Scandals Don’t Bring Down Politicians Anymore

AMANDA TAUB

It’s about more than just shamelessness.

What Do the Houthis Want?

KATRIN BENNHOLD

The Iranian-backed militia has made strategic gains, becoming an unlikely power player in the Middle East.

British Man Pleads Guilty to Drugging and Raping Wife Over 20 Years

MICHAEL LEVENSON

The police said that a dozen other men conspired with the husband, who is in his 60s, to abuse the woman in northern England.

‘NAZA,’ Israeli Film About Killings in Gaza, Faces Backlash

ISABEL KERSHNER

The film “NAZA” investigates the killing of Palestinians by Israeli forces in Gaza. Israel’s culture minister has suggested revoking the directors’ citizenship.

France Mocked U.S. for Human Rights Vote, Then Quietly Apologized

MARK LANDLER

After the Trump administration blocked a new ambassador to Washington, the country expressed regret for a post from a French official social media account.

The New Moscow: A Digital Utopia Doubling as a Surveillance Trap

IVAN NECHEPURENKO

Cutting-edge technologies have reshaped the Russian capital, making it safer, more convenient — and more closely watched.

Saudi Leader Meets U.S. Commander as Houthi Attacks Threaten Oil Markets

ERIC SCHMITT AND AARON BOXERMAN

Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman asked the United States for more U.S. military help last week after the Iranian-backed Houthi forces in Yemen launched a broad offensive.