New York Times intl News

New York Times intl News


2 Protesters Killed in Yemen

Posted: 22 Feb 2011 06:31 PM PST

The first deaths since clashes began between pro- and antigovernment protesters occurred during a sit-in at Sana University, medical workers said.

WikiLeaks Cables Detail Qaddafi Family’s Exploits

Posted: 22 Feb 2011 07:20 PM PST

Cables obtained by WikiLeaks offer a vivid account of lavish spending, rampant nepotism and bitter rivalries.

The Lede: Latest Updates on Middle East Protests

Posted: 22 Feb 2011 05:29 PM PST

On Tuesday, The Lede is following protest movements in Libya, Bahrain, Yemen, Morocco, Iran and Egypt.

Governments Try to Remove Citizens From Libya

Posted: 22 Feb 2011 06:09 PM PST

Nations around the world chartered air and sea transport to evacuate their citizens from a chaotic Libya.

Economic Scene: Why Cuts Don’t Bring Prosperity

Posted: 22 Feb 2011 07:15 PM PST

Germany's austerity has failed, yet many American lawmakers insist that cuts are the path to prosperity.

Italian Energy Company Suspends Gas Pipeline to Libya

Posted: 22 Feb 2011 02:33 PM PST

Supplies through its Greenstream pipeline, which runs from Libya to Sicily and supplies 10 percent of Italy's natural gas, were temporarily halted.

Workers Sickened at Apple Supplier in China

Posted: 22 Feb 2011 07:10 PM PST

The company said it ordered a contractor to stop using a toxic chemical in making iPhone screens, but workers say they were pushed to quit.

Google Faces New Antitrust Charges in Europe

Posted: 22 Feb 2011 07:03 PM PST

The search giant faced new accusations that it was blocking a smaller European service from competing.

E.C.B. Criticizes Countries for Dragging Feet on Spending

Posted: 22 Feb 2011 06:53 PM PST

Political leaders have not gone far enough to regulate spending by European countries, the central bank's governing council said.

Real Madrid 1, Lyon 1; Chelsea 2, FC Copenhagen 0: Late Goal Spoils Victory for Real Madrid

Posted: 22 Feb 2011 04:57 PM PST

Real Madrid was frustrated by Lyon in the Champions League and held to a 1-1 tie Tuesday, but Chelsea put aside its troubles with a 2-0 victory at Copenhagen.

Will Britain's Royal Wedding Pay the Bills?

Posted: 22 Feb 2011 05:41 PM PST

Rosy tourism forecasts are offset by costs that include a national holiday.

German Defense Minister Defies Calls to Quit Over Plagiarism

Posted: 22 Feb 2011 10:55 AM PST

The German defense minister, Karl-Theodor zu Guttenberg, said that he would hold on to his job despite his admission.

Oil Soars as Furor Shakes Markets

Posted: 22 Feb 2011 07:23 PM PST

Turmoil in the Arab world drove oil prices higher and stocks lower despite efforts by Saudi Arabia to calm turbulent markets.

Highway in India Offers Solution to Land Fights

Posted: 22 Feb 2011 07:07 PM PST

Last year, farmers blocked progress on a major highway from New Delhi to Agra; now they are being offered more money, jobs and stakes in new developments.

Special Report: Fashion: And Poof! A New Clothing Label

Posted: 22 Feb 2011 11:59 AM PST

Lulu Kennedy, the fairy godmother whose Fashion East event has aided many young designers, now has alumni working on a collection.

Special Report: Fashion: Alexander McQueen: A Retrospective

Posted: 22 Feb 2011 12:11 PM PST

The Costume Institute at the Metropolitan Museum of Art held a preview during London Fashion Week of its exhibit honoring the late designer.

Many Immigrants’ Job Search Starts in Chinatown

Posted: 22 Feb 2011 11:46 AM PST

The neighborhood has emerged as a launching pad for all kinds of immigrants, not just Chinese, who are seeking a foothold on the economy's bottom rung.

T Magazine: London Fashion Week | Love, Gradually

Posted: 22 Feb 2011 10:21 AM PST

T's fashion editor reviews the looks from Peter Pilotto, Pringle of Scotland, Christopher Kane and Burberry.

T Magazine: Photos of the Moment | Burberry Prorsum

Posted: 22 Feb 2011 09:27 AM PST

Scenes from the London Fashion Week photo diary of Haifa Wøhlers Olsen.

In Bahrain, Protesters’ Calls for Unity Belie Divisions

Posted: 22 Feb 2011 06:10 PM PST

More than 100,000 protesters poured into Pearl Square in the biggest antigovernment demonstration yet.