New York Times intl News

New York Times intl News

China Quietly Extends Its Footprints Deep Into Central Asia

Posted: 02 Jan 2011 07:01 PM PST

As China seizes the spotlight in East and Southeast Asia, it is also making its presence felt on its western flank, once primarily Russia's domain.

A Triage to Save the Ruins of Babylon

Posted: 02 Jan 2011 06:56 PM PST

Archaeologists and preservationists are turning to Babylon and other ancient sites in Iraq to combat any further deterioration.

News Analysis: With Much at Stake, a Peaceful Vote on Dividing Sudan Appears More Likely

Posted: 02 Jan 2011 05:56 PM PST

While there is still a possibility of conflict after southern Sudan's referendum on independence, both north and south have much to lose if fighting breaks out.

Tremblois-Lès-Carignan Journal: Both Hero and Traitor, but No Longer on the Map

Posted: 02 Jan 2011 06:58 PM PST

A French village is removing Marshal Philippe Pétain's name from the last street that honors the man considered both a World War I hero and World War II traitor.

3-D Wrinkle for Portable Gaming

Posted: 02 Jan 2011 05:40 PM PST

Portable devices are less necessary for gamers with smartphones, but gadget makers intend a comeback, with Nintendo using three-dimensional graphics.

Its Workers Aging, Japan Turns Away Immigrants

Posted: 02 Jan 2011 06:57 PM PST

Japan faces an imminent labor shortage as its population ages, but it has done little to open itself to immigration.

Party Leaves Pakistan’s Ruling Coalition, Leaving It Without a Majority

Posted: 02 Jan 2011 06:30 PM PST

The Muttahida Qaumi Movement said it was ending its partnership with the Pakistan Peoples Party, putting into question the fate of Prime Minister Yusuf Raza Gilani's government.

The Year in Style: Daphne Guinness, Fashion’s Wild Child

Posted: 02 Jan 2011 02:59 PM PST

The image of Daphne Guinness has been among the most startling, engaging and snake-fascinating presences on the scene.

Bug Causes iPhone Alarm to Greet New Year With Silence

Posted: 02 Jan 2011 06:06 PM PST

After problems with iPhone alarms to start the new year, Apple said the error would be fixed by Monday.

Explorer: Coffee Plantations in India Blend History and Hospitality

Posted: 02 Jan 2011 01:45 PM PST

In recent years, coffee planters in southwestern India have added lodging to their estates to earn income as the price of their commodity has fluctuated.

7.1-Magnitude Earthquake Hits Chile

Posted: 02 Jan 2011 03:28 PM PST

A major earthquake of 7.1 magnitude hit central Chile on Sunday, the U.S. Geological Survey said.

Diplomats Help Push Sales of Jetliners on the Global Market

Posted: 02 Jan 2011 06:40 PM PST

Sales campaigns for commercial jets on the global market often include politicking and cajoling at the highest levels of government.

Israeli Troops Kill Palestinian Man in West Bank

Posted: 02 Jan 2011 04:20 PM PST

Israeli soldiers shot and killed a Palestinian man as he approached a checkpoint in the northern West Bank early Sunday holding a glass bottle, the military said.

Egypt Tries to Calm Outrage Over Deadly Bombing at Coptic Mass

Posted: 02 Jan 2011 06:40 PM PST

Some blame government negligence for an attack that killed 21.

Russia Calls for Halt to Tu-154 Flights After Fire

Posted: 02 Jan 2011 07:00 AM PST

Russia's transport oversight agency is calling on the country's airlines to stop using the Tu-154 plane until the cause of a passenger jet fire and explosion that killed three people is determined.

Szeto Wah, Hong Kong Democracy Activist, Dies

Posted: 02 Jan 2011 06:45 AM PST

Mr. Szeto was a leading campaigner for the victims of Beijing's 1989 crackdown on protesters at Tiananmen Square and a voice for mainland dissidents. He was 79.

Russia Orders Halt to Tu-154B Flights After Fire

Posted: 02 Jan 2011 08:42 AM PST

Russia's transport oversight agency on Sunday ordered the country's airlines to stop using Tu-154B planes until the cause of a passenger jet fire and explosion that killed three people is determined.

Nadal Starts New Year With Victory Over Federer

Posted: 02 Jan 2011 12:12 AM PST

Rafael Nadal started 2011 in Abu Dhabi with a win over rival Roger Federer on Saturday to defend his title at the World Tennis Championships exhibition tournament.

The New Speed of Money, Reshaping Markets

Posted: 01 Jan 2011 10:55 PM PST

Machines have largely taken over stock market trading, creating a new technological order affecting nearly everyone who owns shares of stock or mutual funds.

Searching for Sports’ First Female Pitchman

Posted: 01 Jan 2011 10:03 PM PST

Athletes like Maria Sharapova owe a debt to the pioneers who paved the way for lucrative endorsement deals, but who was the first?