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New York Times intl News

Bogotá, With Pockets of Hope in Recent Architecture

Posted: 07 Jul 2012 07:00 PM PDT

Bogotá, the Colombian capital, relies on recent architectural innovations in libraries and schools as oases of civility and pride.

Arab Spring Reveals International Court Flaws

Posted: 07 Jul 2012 07:18 PM PDT

The failure to act against some autocratic leaders is emboldening critics who see the court as part of a deeply undemocratic international order.

Temperatures Soar as Heat Wave Continues

Posted: 07 Jul 2012 04:43 PM PDT

At least 36 heat-and-weather related deaths have been reported since the temperatures first spiked about 10 days ago, according to reports by The Associated Press.

U.S. Women’s Open Win by Pak in 1998 Resonated in South Korea

Posted: 07 Jul 2012 06:51 PM PDT

Se Ri Pak's victory in the 1998 United States Women's Open sparked a transformation in women's golf in South Korea and led to unparalleled success for Asian players on the L.P.G.A. Tour.

The Republicans’ $3 Million Weekend in the Hamptons

Posted: 07 Jul 2012 06:48 PM PDT

Mitt Romney is attending a trifecta of top-dollar fund-raisers, but Democrats will have to make do with memories of beachside presidential soirees past.

Smith Center Aims to Put Las Vegas on Culture Map

Posted: 07 Jul 2012 06:52 PM PDT

Long known for mass-market, big-ticket showstoppers, Las Vegas now has the Smith Center for the Performing Arts, drawing the likes of Joshua Bell and Yo-Yo Ma.

Memo From Asia: Clinton Makes Effort to Rechannel the Rivalry With China

Posted: 07 Jul 2012 07:36 PM PDT

Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton will urge the growth of trade across Asia, a signal from Washington that it may have overemphasized its military focus there.

Genetic Gamble: In Gene Sequencing Treatment for Leukemia, Glimpses of the Future

Posted: 07 Jul 2012 07:25 PM PDT

A novel method known as whole genome sequencing focuses on genes that drive a cancer, not the tissues or organ where it originates.

FASHION: Bill Cunningham | Naturals

Posted: 06 Jul 2012 05:58 PM PDT

Stylish New Yorkers pare down to a basic cotton shirt for the intense heat.

Political Maneuvering Stalls Language Bill in Ukraine

Posted: 07 Jul 2012 12:10 AM PDT

Parliament refused to accept the resignation of its leader and instead adjourned for the summer, leaving uncertain the fate of a bill about granting official status to the Russian language.

Lebanese Civilians Killed by Shells Fired From Syria

Posted: 07 Jul 2012 03:49 PM PDT

In northeast Lebanon, at least two people, including an 8-year-old boy, died and 10 were wounded, according to officials.

Williams Wins 5th Wimbledon Singles Title

Posted: 07 Jul 2012 07:34 PM PDT

After easily winning the first set, Serena Williams struggled after a brief rain delay before regaining her championship form to beat Agnieszka Radwanska, 6-1, 5-7, 6-2.

For Drug Traffickers, Argentina Has Become a Destination

Posted: 07 Jul 2012 07:11 PM PDT

With drug gangs looking to expand their operations, Argentina, a transit point in the 1990s, has turned into a profitable marketplace.

Iceland’s Economy Is Mending Amid Europe’s Malaise

Posted: 07 Jul 2012 07:10 PM PDT

While much of Europe is struggling to pull itself out of the recessionary swamp, Iceland's economy is expected to grow by 2.4 percent this year.

Libyans Vote in First Election in More Than 40 Years

Posted: 07 Jul 2012 07:23 PM PDT

Defying expectations and, in some places, bullets, Libyans voted in the first election after more than four decades under Col. Muammar el-Qaddafi.

Straight Sets: Williams Wins 5th Wimbledon Title

Posted: 07 Jul 2012 08:44 AM PDT

After winning the first set, Serena Williams struggled after a brief rain delay before regaining her championship form to beat Agnieszka Radwanska, 6-1, 5-7, 6-2.

Wiine: A Selection of the Most Promising 2010 Cairanne and Rasteau Reds

Posted: 07 Jul 2012 06:30 AM PDT

Eric Pfanner picks his favorite 2010 Cairanne and Rasteau reds.

Journeys: Brewing a New Beer Scene in London

Posted: 07 Jul 2012 04:57 PM PDT

After decades of decline, the city's beer culture has been revived with an infusion of new breweries and pubs.

Mixed Message as Republicans Claim Health Law Cuts Medicare

Posted: 07 Jul 2012 01:55 AM PDT

Though House Republicans are attacking Democrats by saying the health care law will cut Medicare by $500 billion, they have voted for just such a reduction twice since 2010.

The Saturday Profile: Philippe Charlier, France’s Forensic Sleuth

Posted: 07 Jul 2012 04:55 AM PDT

Philippe Charlier, a physician and anthropologist, is known for his forensic research into some of France's most famous dead.