New York Times intl News

New York Times intl News

China Prepares for Party Congress and Leadership Transition

Posted: 07 Nov 2012 07:31 PM PST

The weeklong Communist Party Congress is intended to cap a long transition from the current leadership of Hu Jintao to his presumed successor, Xi Jinping.

President Obama Begins Work on Second Term

Posted: 07 Nov 2012 07:34 PM PST

President Obama moved quickly on Wednesday to open negotiations with Congressional Republican leaders while simultaneously preparing for significant cabinet changes.

Little to Show for Cash Flood by Big Donors

Posted: 07 Nov 2012 07:14 PM PST

While record outside spending affected the election in innumerable ways, the prizes most sought by the emerging class of megadonors remained outside their grasp.

Jiang Zemin, Ex-Leader of China, Reasserting Sway

Posted: 07 Nov 2012 07:27 PM PST

Factions in the Chinese leadership have lacked a dominant elder statesman to arbitrate disputes.

Turkey May Deploy Patriot Missiles Near Syria

Posted: 07 Nov 2012 06:10 PM PST

The move would effectively create a no-fly zone that could help safeguard refugees and give rebel fighters a portion of Syrian territory without fear of crippling airstrikes by Syrian forces.

Netanyahu Rushes to Repair Damage With Obama

Posted: 07 Nov 2012 07:46 PM PST

The results of Tuesday's presidential election left many Israelis questioning whether Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu had risked their collective relationship with Washington.

Egyptian Vigilantes Crack Down on Abuse of Women

Posted: 07 Nov 2012 02:55 PM PST

"Their very existence does so much to elevate the world's opinion of, and hopes for, Egyptians," writes Daver in Ho Chi Minh City.

Greece Narrowly Passes Crucial Austerity Bill

Posted: 07 Nov 2012 04:13 PM PST

Greece's Parliament passed a crucial austerity bill early Thursday in vote so close that it left the coalition government reeling from dissent.

Afghan Police Members Found Guilty in Rape

Posted: 07 Nov 2012 06:19 PM PST

The case involving an assault on a sheep herder's daughter tested the system's ability to hold a controversial security force accountable.

Gay Marriage Bill Advances in France

Posted: 07 Nov 2012 06:43 PM PST

The measure is expected to pass early next year despite some strong opposition and concerns about gay couples adopting children.

Boehner Strikes Conciliatory Tone in Talk of Fiscal Cliff

Posted: 07 Nov 2012 04:27 PM PST

House Speaker John A. Boehner said Wednesday he is ready to accept a budget deal that raises federal revenues if it is linked to an overhaul of entitlements and the tax code.

Fragile Coalition in Greece Narrowly Backs Austerity

Posted: 07 Nov 2012 06:47 PM PST

The Parliament approved a sweeping set of austerity measures early Thursday that were aimed at keeping the country in the euro zone.

In Georgia, Criminal Charges Against Saakashvili Ally

Posted: 07 Nov 2012 11:07 AM PST

The charges against a former defense minister, as well as two current Defense Ministry officials, led some to fear a wave of reprisals against the defeated government.

News Analysis: Votes Does Little to Change Standoff in Washington

Posted: 07 Nov 2012 05:05 PM PST

After $6 billion, two dozen presidential primary days, four general election debates and more TV ads than anyone could watch, the two parties essentially fought to a standstill.

Obama’s Other ‘Cliff’ Is in Foreign Policy

Posted: 07 Nov 2012 07:29 PM PST

National security issues involving Syria, the Middle East and the United States' relationship with Russia and China are now clamoring for President Obama's attention.

Global Soccer: Anger Won't Take Manchester City Off the Precipice

Posted: 07 Nov 2012 08:31 AM PST

City thought it was robbed of late chances to beat Ajax as the teams tied, 2-2, in the Champions League, but all that emotion won't change the fact it has struggled throughout the tournament.

Cricket: Australian Cricket Coach Gives Fuel to Top-Ranked Opponents

Posted: 07 Nov 2012 08:47 AM PST

South Africa, the top-ranked team in five-day tests, should be fired up for its upcoming series after Mickey Arthur questioned the performance of the fast bowler Dale Steyn.

Laos Breaks Ground for Controversial Mekong Dam

Posted: 07 Nov 2012 08:07 AM PST

Laos inaugurated the construction of a controversial dam on the Mekong River, despite comments from the country's prime minister that the project was on hold.

Republicans Grapple for Answers After Loss

Posted: 07 Nov 2012 01:15 PM PST

There was no shortage of theories from inside and outside the party about where it fell short and what to do next.

Europe Foresees Weak Recovery Next Year

Posted: 07 Nov 2012 08:58 AM PST

Unemployment will remain at "very high" levels, according to a gloomy set of forecasts issued by the European Commission.