Politics

A nation renamed stands up at the UN: ‘Say our name. Naoero.’

NEW YORK (AP) — His voice forceful and proud, he rose in front of the world’s largest gathering of leaders on behalf of his nation and announced that he had something important to say. The tiny South Pacific island nation of Nauru, its president said, had altered its name — and reclaimed its heritage in the process.

Hungary’s parliament elects Orban critic as new president

Hungary's parliament has overwhelmingly confirmed Andras Baka, formerly the head of the Supreme Court, to the largely ceremonial role of president. New Prime Minister Peter Magyar controversially removed his predecessor.

Hungarian Prime Minister Orbán is ejected after 16 years in a European electoral earthquake

BUDAPEST, Hungary (AP) — Hungarian voters on Sunday ousted long-serving Prime Minister Viktor Orbán after 16 years in power, rejecting the authoritarian policies and global far-right movement that he embodied in favor of a pro-European challenger in a bombshell election result with global repercussions.

Swedish PM Kristersson resigns after election loss

Sweden's Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson has resigned after his ruling right-wing bloc was narrowly defeated by the centre-left opposition in the country's general election.

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The Guardian view on youth unemployment: too few jobs in too many places

Young people in Britain’s poorer towns have far fewer opportunities. Changing this will require targeted support – and industrial strategy

Gloria Estefan Joins Joy Huerta to Discuss Representation, Latin Music, and Broadway

The two came together to celebrate the new musical Real Women Have Curves.

Is Broadway Ready for KPOP? Helen Park Knows It Is.

The composer brings a history-making musical to the Broadway stage, featuring real K-pop artists and bilingual songs.

Every Look From the Vogue World 2026: Milano Red Carpet

Ciao, Milano! Tonight, Vogue World 2026: Milan is taking over the Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II, the city’s landmark shopping destination, to celebrate Italy’s century-spanning contributions to fashion.
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