Justice Dept. Is Said to Be Investigating D.C. Mayor Over Foreign Trip

The investigation into Muriel E. Bowser, which is being handled by the U.S. attorney’s office in Washington, could face significant hurdles because of the known facts of the case and recent turmoil inside the Justice Department.

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Nepal’s Gen Z Sees Little Hope at Home

The protests that rocked Nepal were about more than a social media ban. The economy is so dire that for many, going abroad seems the only way to build a future.

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Emirates Cargo Plane Slides Off Hong Kong Runway, Killing 2 Ground Crew

The plane, arriving from Dubai, skidded off the runway after landing and fell into the sea, Hong Kong officials said.

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Riding the Wild Wave of Crypto Coverage

David Yaffe-Bellany, a technology reporter who has covered the cryptocurrency industry since 2022, has come to embrace learning on the fly.

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India-Pakistan Tensions Lead to Trophy-Less Cricket Final at Asia Cup

Months after a military conflict, a cricket tournament brought the Indian team three victories over its fiercest rival but few signs of an easing in bitterness.

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India-Pakistan Tensions Hit New Pitch With Cricket Snub

The Indian players refused to shake hands with their Pakistani opponents at the first meeting of the sides since the two countries exchanged hostilities this year.

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Thailand Ex-Premier Thaksin Shinawatra Abruptly Leaves Country

Mr. Thaksin flew to Dubai days before a verdict that could send him to prison. He said he would be back in time for the hearing.

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Want to Understand Russia? Visit Dubai.

It’s a key refuge for Moscow’s wealthy, including the record producer Iosif Prigozhin. He insists he still loves President Vladimir V. Putin, no matter what you’ve heard.

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Gulf States Lead Push to Invest in New Syria

The fall of the Syrian dictator Bashar al-Assad has opened a window for wealthy Gulf countries to expand their influence as the sway of Iran diminishes.

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Conquering Soccer and Arming Warlords

The Emirati vice president is best known as the owner of a top English soccer team. Behind the scenes, he has been described as the “handler” guiding his country’s secret foreign wars.

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