New York Times
With Iraqi-Kurdish Talks Stalled, Phone Diplomacy Averts New Clashes
Informal talks continue amid public acrimony, but the precise roles of some of the participants are elusive. So is a breakthrough.
Opinion: Why Christians Must Support Gun Control
Machines regularly used to kill innocent people violate the core of our faith.
Slovenia’s President Wins Second Term in Runoff Election
With all votes counted, the incumbent, Borut Pahor, vowed to help “politicians solve problems, not the deepen divisions” in the nation.
Op-Ed Contributor: On Trump’s Trip to China
Is the American president ceding global leadership to China?
Asia and Australia Edition: North Korea, Saudi Arabia, Manila: Your Monday Briefing
Here’s what you need to know to start your day.
In Barcelona, Rajoy Calls for Record Turnout to Defeat Secessionism
In his first visit to Catalonia since taking control of the restive region, the Spanish prime minister urged Catalans to vote next month for a return to “normality.”
Editorial: Choking on Air in New Delhi
Once again, it is hard to breathe in India’s capital. The culprits are farmers and a stingy government.
Op-Ed Contributor: How War Created the Cholera Epidemic in Yemen
The spread of the disease is tied to politics and the blockade imposed by the military coalition led by Saudi Arabia.
Can You Draw the Starbucks Logo Without Cheating? Probably Not.
Many participants in a recent study failed to recreate famous logos from brands like Apple and Starbucks. But some experts say that shouldn’t worry companies.
Critic’s Notebook: Louis C.K. and Hollywood’s Canon of Creeps
In his new film “I Love You, Daddy,” the comic surveys male pathologies, nods at Woody Allen and reaffirms cinema’s long history of exploiting women.
Profile: Krysten Ritter Spins Her Own Mystery in Her Debut Novel, ‘Bonfire’
The star of the Netflix superhero noir series “Jessica Jones” delves into a small town’s secrets in her new book.
A New Fashion Hub? Eastern Europe
Young designers in countries like Poland, Hungary and Romania are finding success at home.
Pakistani Cleric’s Supporters Block an Entrance to Islamabad
Protesters led by the firebrand Khadim Hussain Rizvi staged a sit-in to demand the resignation of the country’s law minister and strict adherence to blasphemy laws.
Q. & A.: Tell Us 5 Things About Your Book: Capturing the Elusive Robert Frank
R J Smith’s “American Witness” is a biography of the pioneering photographer and filmmaker.
Roy Moore, Donald Trump, Saudi Arabia: Your Weekend Briefing
Here’s what you need to know about the week’s top stories.
Critic’s Notebook: On ‘The Good Doctor,’ the Anti-Antihero Is In
A decade after the rude genius of “House,” ABC’s sentimental hit drama focuses on the “care” part of health care.
Trump Team Begins Drafting Middle East Peace Plan
Led by the president’s son-in-law, Jared Kushner, the White House team hopes to develop an American blueprint for resolving Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
Side Street: Battered and Tattered, Puerto Rico’s Flag Still Waves
A mural in a Bronx body shop portrays the island’s recovery efforts in a heroic light, likening its people’s resolve to the flag-raising at Iwo Jima.
Queen Elizabeth II Delegates Wreath Ceremony to Prince Charles
Her decision on the Remembrance Sunday duty was seen as a significant step in the monarchy’s transition to its next generation.
The New Old Age: No Excuses, People: Get the New Shingles Vaccine
Shingrix, which begins shipping this month, is far more effective than the previous shingles shot. Experts recommend it for everyone over age 50.