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Ukraine’s Fight Is Far From Over

Documenting Russia’s occupation of Ukraine from the ground

A Terrible Week for Pumpkin Spice

Tariffs are coming for the flavor of fall.

Photos of the Week: Night Surfing, Load Testing, Tomato Fight

The Little League World Series in Pennsylvania, a giant dust storm in Phoenix, a grape harvest in France, a grizzly bear in Yellowstone National Park, an apple spill in Germany, and much more

Did the White House Not Understand What Putin Was Really Offering?

Europeans can’t tell what American officials agreed to with the Russian leader.

Why Iran Hit Australia

Tehran is at war with itself over relations with the West.

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