Defying Travel Warnings, Hasidic Jewish Pilgrims Flock to Ukraine.
Tens of thousands of Hasidic Jews traditionally travel to Uman to mark Rosh Hashana with a visit to the burial site of a revered 18th-century rabbi.
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Continue ReadingWith the hard-right candidate Giorgia Meloni ahead before Sunday’s election, Italy could get its first leader whose party traces its roots to the wreckage of Fascism.
Continue ReadingFitness apps and the power of live satellite tracking have allowed runners, cyclists and others to draw hearts, animals, birthday wishes — and even homages to Vermeer — across their local landscapes.
Continue ReadingThe offensive in the south was the most highly anticipated military action of the summer. Ukraine is making gains, but the fighting is grinding, grueling and steep in casualties.
Continue ReadingThe hostilities that flared again last week reflect decades of animosity over a mountain region, but the consequences could be far wider. Here’s a guide.
Continue ReadingDemonstrations against President Vladimir V. Putin’s “partial mobilization” policy continued, despite the Kremlin’s crackdown on dissent.
Continue ReadingUkraine’s president has urged citizens to resist the Russians in occupied territories, where voting is underway in what Western officials have called “sham” referendums on joining Russia.
Continue ReadingVladimir Putin vehemently opposed to neighbouring state signing up to western military alliance
Continue ReadingVladimir Putin vehemently opposed to neighbouring state signing up to western military alliance
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