Hungary Election Results: Viktor Orban Concedes Defeat and Congratulates Peter Magyar

(Sun, 12 Apr 2026 22:24:01 +0000)

Prime Minister Viktor Orban, who has inspired populist movements globally, could not overcome the growing dissatisfaction of his own citizens.

Orban Loss May Ease Hungary’s Tensions with European Union

(Mon, 13 Apr 2026 04:00:06 +0000)

Prime Minister Viktor Orban has stymied the European Union for years, and particularly in recent months. Peter Magyar’s election could change that, if only so much.

Who Is Peter Magyar, the Man Who Toppled Hungary’s Orban

(Mon, 13 Apr 2026 03:01:12 +0000)

Mr. Magyar’s success in the Hungarian election is fueled in large part by widespread public anger at corruption and concern about sluggish economic growth.

This Hungarian Town Explains Why Orban Could Lose on Sunday

(Mon, 13 Apr 2026 03:00:12 +0000)

Lake Balaton was beloved as a vacation spot. Now, luxury real estate projects serve many friends of Prime Minister Viktor Orban, and the locals are fed up.

China’s Electrostate Is Poised to Win From War in the Middle East

(Mon, 13 Apr 2026 04:01:07 +0000)

A cluster of Chinese firms is poised to win big from the energy crisis set off by the war in the Middle East, building on booming investment in artificial intelligence.

Trump Says Gas Prices Might Not Drop By Midterms, Highlighting G.O.P. Peril

(Mon, 13 Apr 2026 05:41:20 +0000)

The president has sent mixed messages on how long he expects costs to be high. Some in his party voiced fresh concern after his comments on Sunday.

Iran’s Top Negotiator Says Talks Failed Because U.S. Failed to Win Trust

(Sun, 12 Apr 2026 22:55:24 +0000)

Iranian officials said that while Iran had approached the negotiations in good faith, the U.S. team had not gained the Iranian delegation’s trust.

Eric Swalwell Suspends Campaign for California Governor After Sexual Assault Allegations

(Mon, 13 Apr 2026 01:00:06 +0000)

In a social media post, the representative said he was “deeply sorry for mistakes in judgment I’ve made in my past,” but promised to fight what he called “false allegations.”

California Democrats Rushed to Back Eric Swalwell — and Quickly Abandoned Him

(Mon, 13 Apr 2026 01:01:18 +0000)

Representative Eric Swalwell, a Washington figure, was largely unknown in the California State Capitol. But influential groups began backing him for governor in the weeks before he was publicly accused of sexual assault.

‘The Strangest Sleepover Ever’: Dutch Skeptical as Their Royals Visit Trump

(Mon, 13 Apr 2026 07:09:12 +0000)

The Dutch king and queen are set to stay at the White House on Monday night. At a time of trans-Atlantic tension, the Netherlands isn’t sure how it feels about that.

Trump Fires Board That Oversees Presidio in San Francisco

(Mon, 13 Apr 2026 01:59:12 +0000)

All six board members that oversee the national historic landmark were terminated, part of the administration’s efforts to reshape the federal bureaucracy.

Cuba’s President Projects Defiance in Standoff With the U.S.

(Sun, 12 Apr 2026 19:06:37 +0000)

Miguel Díaz-Canel’s stance on “Meet the Press” reflected how Cuba is digging in against pressure from a Trump administration distracted by the war in Iran.

Trump Attacks Pope Leo as Too Liberal and ‘Weak on Crime’

(Mon, 13 Apr 2026 03:51:15 +0000)

President Trump’s lengthy post on social media showed there were really no boundaries when it comes to people he might target, including the leader of the world’s 1.4 billion Catholics.

Pope Leo Heads to Africa to Meet the Future of Catholicism

(Mon, 13 Apr 2026 04:01:13 +0000)

On a four-country tour of the continent, where the faith is growing faster than anywhere else, the pontiff will be greeted by enthusiastic crowds and authoritarian leaders.

What to Know About Pope Leo’s Voyage to Africa

(Mon, 13 Apr 2026 04:01:16 +0000)

The pontiff will visit four countries on the world’s poorest continent, demonstrating his urgent focus on the most vulnerable members of the Church.

In Myanmar, Even Flowers Stoke Fear

(Mon, 13 Apr 2026 04:31:36 +0000)

Myanmar’s generals have brutalized the country for decades. But they have come to dread garlands as a sign of resistance.

Mamdani Returns to the Stage to Tell the Story of His First 100 Days

(Mon, 13 Apr 2026 01:58:00 +0000)

Mayor Zohran Mamdani delivered his 100-day address at a concert venue in Queens. He highlighted his accomplishments and was joined by a not-so-surprising guest.

Mamdani Plans to Open City-Owned Grocery Store in East Harlem

(Mon, 13 Apr 2026 05:42:10 +0000)

Mayor Zohran Mamdani announced plans for a city-owned grocery store at La Marqueta, moving to deliver on a campaign pledge.

How 6 People in New York City Are Coping With Higher Costs

(Sun, 12 Apr 2026 20:02:07 +0000)

Surging inflation and rising prices have some people re-evaluating date nights and how much of their splurges they can share with friends.

Rejected by Dozens of Emergency Rooms: South Korea’s Medical Crisis

(Sun, 12 Apr 2026 09:00:18 +0000)

Hundreds of patients every year have trouble finding emergency care, even though the country has a world-class medical system. For some, the delays have been fatal.

Aiming at China, Malaysia Puts New Restrictions on Electric Cars

(Mon, 13 Apr 2026 04:01:05 +0000)

The move was a tacit acknowledgment of China’s dominance in the global market and the power of its automakers to keep prices low.

How I Found Out I Knew a Serial Killer

(Mon, 13 Apr 2026 00:55:01 +0000)

A Times reporter met the Gilgo Beach murderer through her co-op. Not long after, the ascendancy of prestige true crime narrative began.

Shannan Gilbert’s Death Remains the Great Unsolved Mystery of the Gilgo Beach Murders

(Sun, 12 Apr 2026 07:00:13 +0000)

The death of 23-year-old Shannan Gilbert remains the great unsolved mystery surrounding the Gilgo Beach serial killer case.

Shaping the New Look of ‘Euphoria’

(Sun, 12 Apr 2026 22:32:29 +0000)

Natasha Newman-Thomas has stepped in as the new costume designer for the third season of HBO’s chaotic megahit. It’s a lofty task.

‘Euphoria’ Creator Sam Levinson Talks Tragedy, the Internet and the End of the Show

(Wed, 08 Apr 2026 09:01:00 +0000)

Ahead of the Season 3 premiere on Sunday, the show’s creator discussed his reputation, the loss of Angus Cloud and the soul-searching that followed.

The Relationship Between America and the U.A.E. Needs an Upgrade

(Mon, 13 Apr 2026 05:00:05 +0000)

For decades, the U.S.-Gulf relationship was based on oil for security. That framework is obsolete.

What Orban’s Defeat Means for the Rest of the World

(Mon, 13 Apr 2026 07:34:40 +0000)

The Hungarian prime minister’s defeat demonstrates that opposition to his party was so strong it was able to overwhelm all the structures Viktor Orban put in place to protect his rule.

After Chaotic Election Day, Peru Orders 2nd Day of Voting for Some Areas

(Mon, 13 Apr 2026 05:11:59 +0000)

Frustrated voters in long lines were unable to cast ballots in parts of the capital, Lima, due to logistical failures, eroding trust for some in the process.

Elon Musk, Who Owns X, Appears to Post on TikTok

(Sun, 12 Apr 2026 23:43:47 +0000)

A verified account with the @elonmusk handle also recently showed up on Instagram, as the billionaire prepares to take his rocket company SpaceX public.

Pearl Fryar, a Picasso of Plants, Dies at 86

(Sun, 12 Apr 2026 18:04:41 +0000)

A self-taught topiary artist, he discovered a talent for carving trees and shrubs into extraordinary shapes, creating a world-famous garden in a tiny South Carolina town.