New York Times intl News

New York Times intl News


Otto von Hapsburg, a Would-Be Monarch, Dies at 98

Posted: 04 Jul 2011 07:00 PM PDT

Even in exile, Otto, the onetime heir to the Austro-Hungarian throne, remained deeply involved in the turbulent events of the last century.

Beneath a Temple in Southern India, a Treasure Trove of Staggering Riches

Posted: 04 Jul 2011 06:40 PM PDT

A search of vaults at the Sri Padmanabhaswamy temple found a vast collection of gold coins, jewels and precious stones worth an estimated $22 billion.

Violence Erupts as Police Accused of Egypt Killings Get Bail

Posted: 04 Jul 2011 07:10 PM PDT

Enraged relatives of protesters who were killed in the winter uprising attacked security officers at a Cairo courthouse.

Argentina Hopes for a Big Payoff in Its Shale Oil Field Discovery

Posted: 04 Jul 2011 06:50 PM PDT

The widening use of new techniques to extract oil from shale is expected to help produce petroleum in other countries, as well.

Japan Reconstruction Minister to Resign, Reports Say

Posted: 04 Jul 2011 07:18 PM PDT

Japan's new disaster reconstruction minister submitted his resignation Tuesday after making remarks widely criticized as offensive during a visit to the earthquake-devastated northeast coast, where he refused to shake a governor's hand, scolded the official and threatened to withhold aid.

Who’s on the Family Tree? Now It’s Complicated

Posted: 04 Jul 2011 07:16 PM PDT

The once-simple concept of a family tree has grown complicated in the wake of sperm donations, surrogate mothers, adoptions and relationships outside wedlock.

Otto von Hapsburg, a Would-Be Monarch, Dies at 98

Posted: 04 Jul 2011 06:40 PM PDT

Even in exile, Otto, the onetime heir to the Austro-Hungarian throne, remained deeply involved in the turbulent events of the last century.

As Germany Advances, Some Want Prinz to Get Out of Way

Posted: 04 Jul 2011 06:39 PM PDT

Germany's Birgit Prinz, the subject of much hype before the World Cup, has become a target of blame for the team's lackluster start in the tournament.

Trotter Trainer’s Winning Ways, Transplanted

Posted: 04 Jul 2011 07:07 PM PDT

Jimmy Takter fell in love with America when he first came as a teenager and has been training winning trotters nearly ever since.

One Dead After Tourist Boat Capsizes Off Mexico

Posted: 04 Jul 2011 08:39 AM PDT

One person drowned and eight were missing after a fishing boat carrying 27 American tourists capsized in a storm and sank off Mexico's Baja California peninsula, authorities said on Monday.

Roots of Disease Found to Vary by Continent

Posted: 04 Jul 2011 02:10 PM PDT

A survey of the human genome shows that common diseases are likely to have a different set of genetic roots in Africans, East Asians and Europeans.

Mexico Arrests Drug Gang Leader

Posted: 04 Jul 2011 06:58 PM PDT

Mexico's federal police captured a founder of the Zetas gang who may be connected to the killing of an American agent.

Europe Faces Tough Road on Effort to Ease Greek Debt

Posted: 04 Jul 2011 06:50 PM PDT

Responding to a French proposal to give Greek banks more time to repay loans as they come due, the ratings agency Standard & Poor's warned it would amount to a default.

Mexico Arrests Alleged Drug Chief

Posted: 04 Jul 2011 12:18 PM PDT

Mexican authorities said Monday they have arrested a co-founder of the Zetas drug cartel who is suspected of involvement in the killing of a U.S. customs agent.

Tour de France: Farrar Sprints to a Star-Spangled Victory in Tour's 3rd Stage

Posted: 04 Jul 2011 01:00 PM PDT

Tyler Farrar, an American, sprinted to victory Monday, confirming the strong form of his team, Garmin-Cervelo, in the early days of the race.

Businessman in Chinese Charity Scandal Resigns

Posted: 04 Jul 2011 11:20 AM PDT

The man resigned after a nationwide scandal raised questions about corruption in state-run charities.

Study Links Smoking Drug to Cardiovascular Problems

Posted: 04 Jul 2011 06:30 PM PDT

Chantix was linked to an increased risk of a heart attack or other serious cardiovascular event for smokers without a history of heart disease.

Statue of Reagan Is Unveiled in London

Posted: 04 Jul 2011 05:45 PM PDT

The statue of a smiling Reagan was paid for by the Ronald Reagan Presidential Foundation as part of a worldwide effort to promote his legacy.

Mexico Nabs Top Lieutenant of Dreaded Zetas Cartel

Posted: 04 Jul 2011 09:27 AM PDT

Mexican police arrested a top lieutenant of the Zetas drug cartel who was linked to the murder of a U.S. immigration agent in February, Mexico's security ministry said on Monday.

Fears Rise With Arrests in Restive Syrian City

Posted: 04 Jul 2011 07:19 PM PDT

Syrian security forces made their largest incursion in Hama since withdrawing in early June.