Republicans are forced to abandon for now an elections overhaul crammed with previously unseen restrictions.
Allison Busemeyer
China to allow couples to have 3 children to boost birthrate
The nation has been gradually reforming its stringent birth policy that for decades limited most families to one child.
OPEC+ sees tight oil market as ministers prepare for supply talks
They are expected to press ahead with a gradual increase already penciled in for July, completing the return of 2 million barrels since May.
California eyes vacant malls and stores for new housing
State lawmakers want to make it easier for developers to build houses on commercial sites.
French magistrates question fugitive auto magnate in Beirut
Ex-Nissan boss Carlos Ghosn is accused of fraud, corruption, money laundering and misuse of company assets.
Nations begin 3 weeks of grueling climate talks online
In particular, a pledge to provide $100 billion in financial support each year to poor countries has yet to be fulfilled.
In post-pandemic Europe, migrants will face digital fortress
The European Union is installing a high-tech surveillance system at a migration flashpoint along the Greece-Turkey border.
China’s manufacturing held steady in May
Production and imports rose, while new orders and employment declined.
Johnson & Johnson asks high court to void $2 billion talc verdict
A Missouri court sided with 22 women who used the products and developed ovarian cancer.
La Scala announces 2021-22 season, with hope of fewer limits
Italy’s most important theater plans 13 operas, seven ballets and numerous concerts.