Thursday, September 18, 2025 1:56 AM ET
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Amid Israel's longest war, resentment grows over religious draft exemption -- In Israel, the shared burden of military service in "the people's army" is a consensus value, and an exemption granted the ultra-Orthodox has long rankled. Amid the mounting costs of war in Gaza, moves to codify the exemption have fanned resentments.9 hours ago
Syria holds elections without a popular vote. Why Syrians are still hopeful. -- Syrian community leaders are choosing a parliament tasked with overhauling the country's laws and setting a new constitution. If the process prioritizes technocratic expertise over parties and politics, Syrians hope it's still a step toward a democracy.1 day ago
'Stop the boats': Anti-immigration rally in London taps into economic malaise -- In Britain, a nationalist flag-waving campaign targeting immigrants and the hotels that house them has become an expression for grievances over housing shortages, the economy, and a sense the government is losing control of its borders.2 days ago
Pakistan is sold on solar. It's not about going green. -- Conventionally generated electricity in Pakistan has become very expensive, but consumers don't have to buy it. They are adopting solar panels.2 days ago
This program is planting a 'forest' of conservation-minded filmmakers in India -- Rita Banerji helped found Green Hub, a pioneering fellowship that offers free filmmaking training to Indigenous and rural young people.2 days ago
In the Middle East, can old enemies make good neighbors? -- Israel and Syria are negotiating a security deal to bring peace to their border. The new Syrian government sees it as a path to international acceptance.2 days ago
Malawians look to presidential election for change amid economic crisis -- Malawi is to hold a presidential election this week as the nation struggles under an ongoing economic crisis and food and fuel shortages.3 days ago
Israel steps up strikes on Gaza City. Residents have few options to flee. -- Israel has intensified airstrikes in Gaza City as part of an offensive to take over the city, which Israel claims is Hamas' last stronghold.4 days ago
Moscow ignores war in Ukraine to celebrate summer -- While Kyiv and other Ukrainian cities are facing Russian drone and missile attacks, it's been a festive summer in Moscow, where war feels far away.5 days ago
In England, patriots and nationalists wrestle over St. George's flag -- The English flag has become controversial in the United Kingdom, and its public display is under debate as the country wrestles with immigration.5 days ago
How will the Department of War differ from the Defense Department? -- Although President Trump has dubbed a new Department of War, he prefers conflicts that promise quick victories, not messy entanglements, as wars can be.5 days ago
What Bolsonaro coup verdict means for Brazilian trust -- Former President Jair Bolsonaro was convicted on charges of attempting a coup against Brazil's current President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva.5 days ago
Cellos and camaraderie: This youth organization is an instrument of connection -- For 28 years, an after-school program run by Community MusicWorks has been reimagining what access to classical music education looks like.6 days ago