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Niger is telling US troops to leave as it ushers in Russian soldiers. Here’s why.

Long a cherished trade, sanctions on Iran are unraveling the future of Persian rugs

Rishi Sunak tried everything to keep UK’s Conservatives in power. It isn’t working.

Cities say the cost of dollar stores – food deserts, crime – aren’t worth it

The most powerful person in the House? It’s not the speaker. It’s Hakeem Jeffries.

Student journalists covering campus protests face attacks, threats – and final exams