Senate leadership twisted arms for an initial vote on the spending plan, which still needs final approval.
Serbia police clash with anti-government protesters in Belgrade
President Aleksandar Vucic – populist and close to Russia – has faced months of protests and alleges a foreign coup plot.
Thousands party at Budapest Pride in clear message to Orban
A giant crowd throngs the Hungarian capital, championing LGBT rights and defying PM Viktor Orban.
A pioneering doctor remembers India leader Indira Gandhi’s final moments
Sneh Bhargava, AIIMS New Delhi’s only woman director, was called upon to treat Gandhi after she was shot in 1984.
I feel like I’ve been gaslit – like the life I had before the war was made up
The private thoughts and reflections of a young woman whose life has altered course.
‘Proud to be gay’: K-pop star on coming out to the world
Only a handful of K-pop artists have come out as gay, but none as publicly as Bain. Is this a turning point?
At least 81 people killed in Israeli strikes in Gaza, Hamas-run health ministry says
Hospital staff and witnesses said at least 11 people were killed after a strike near tents housing displaced people on Friday.
Venice divided as lavish Bezos wedding brings glamour and protests
Venetians have mixed feelings over the Amazon founder’s lavish three-day party in their city.
Venice divided as lavish Bezos wedding brings glamour and protests
Venetians have mixed feelings over the Amazon founder’s lavish three-day party in their city.
DR Congo-Rwanda peace deal met with scepticism in rebel-held city
Critics of the agreement have questioned whether it is thorough enough and will be able to bring peace.


