Sabika Sheikh embraced U.S. culture. One of its darkest elements — a mass shooting — killed her. - The Washington Post

Sabika Sheikh embraced U.S. culture. One of its darkest elements — a mass shooting — killed her. - The Washington Post: The 17-year-old exchange student from Pakistan was gunned down at Santa Fe High School; she’s returning to her family in a casket.

China is winning Trump’s trade war - The Washington Post

China is winning Trump’s trade war - The Washington Post: Even some Trump allies are mad at the latest twists in the U.S.-China skirmish.

Banks Adopt Military-Style Tactics to Fight Cybercrime - The New York Times

Banks Adopt Military-Style Tactics to Fight Cybercrime - The New York Times: Financial institutions are using military tools and techniques, like “fusion centers” and combat drills, to battle cybercrime.

Mueller Hopes Obstruction Inquiry Into Trump May Wrap Up by Sept. 1, Giuliani Says - The New York Times

Mueller Hopes Obstruction Inquiry Into Trump May Wrap Up by Sept. 1, Giuliani Says - The New York Times: Mr. Giuliani sought to make the case that a longer timeline for that aspect of the Russia investigation would hurt Republicans in the midterm elections.

Indonesia’s Reformasi activists were burned, beaten, electrocuted – and they still fear for their country | This Week In Asia | South China Morning Post

Indonesia’s Reformasi activists were burned, beaten, electrocuted – and they still fear for their country | This Week In Asia | South China Morning Post: Twenty years after Indonesia’s Reformasi movement started, the activists who were persecuted under the dictator Suharto warn that the country could be backsliding into authoritarianism

Sri Lanka still a divided nation as it marks anniversary of war’s end | South China Morning Post

Sri Lanka still a divided nation as it marks anniversary of war’s end | South China Morning Post: President Sirisena insists the country is on the path to ethnic reconciliation, while Tamil leaders call for the date to be renamed ‘genocide day’

The Last Days of Time Inc. - The New York Times

The Last Days of Time Inc. - The New York Times: An oral history of how the pre-eminent media organization of the 20th century ended up on the scrap heap.

As Prince Harry and Meghan Markle Wed, a New Era Dawns - The New York Times

As Prince Harry and Meghan Markle Wed, a New Era Dawns - The New York Times: An extraordinary ceremony with strong elements of African-American culture showed the couple’s determination to bring Britain’s royal family into the modern world.

Trump Jr. and Other Aides Met With Gulf Emissary Offering Help to Win Election - The New York Times

Trump Jr. and Other Aides Met With Gulf Emissary Offering Help to Win Election - The New York Times: The Trump Tower meeting and follow-ups are the first indication that countries beyond Russia may have offered help to the Trump campaign.

In harsh Saudi crackdown, famous feminists are branded as ‘traitors’ - The Washington Post

In harsh Saudi crackdown, famous feminists are branded as ‘traitors’ - The Washington Post: Friday’s detentions came just weeks before the ban on female drivers is set to be lifted.

Why the GOP needs someone — anyone — to challenge Trump in 2020 - The Washington Post

Why the GOP needs someone — anyone — to challenge Trump in 2020 - The Washington Post: Republican values will continue to fade if the president doesn’t have a primary opponent.

Thailand’s military government targets opposition for criticising election delays | South China Morning Post

Thailand’s military government targets opposition for criticising election delays | South China Morning Post: Police say members of ousted prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra’s Puea Thai party violated a ban on political activity and broke a computer crimes act by publicising their event online

New owner of Phnom Penh Post denies Cambodian government launched crackdown on independent press | South China Morning Post

New owner of Phnom Penh Post denies Cambodian government launched crackdown on independent press | South China Morning Post: The Malaysian businessman refused to reveal the price of the sale of the newspaper or how a US$3.9 million tax bill was settled as part of the purchase

Is Indonesia’s Reformasi a success, 20 years after Suharto? | This Week In Asia | South China Morning Post

Is Indonesia’s Reformasi a success, 20 years after Suharto? | This Week In Asia | South China Morning Post: Indonesia has come far on its road to democracy. Yet the dictator’s generals retain influence, pockets of extremism fester, freedoms are being whittled away and a corrupt judiciary holds court.

White House Keeps Details of Melania Trump’s Health Under Wraps - The New York Times

White House Keeps Details of Melania Trump’s Health Under Wraps - The New York Times: Four days into Mrs. Trump’s unusually long recovery period after a kidney procedure, virtually all that has been said is that the first lady is “doing great.”

Running Uphill: The Challenge of Unseating Dianne Feinstein - The New York Times

Running Uphill: The Challenge of Unseating Dianne Feinstein - The New York Times: A prominent Democrat in the nation’s most Democratic state is struggling for traction against Dianne Feinstein. At 84, she is a California fixture.

‘I’m American. I Hug.’ Meghan Markle’s Looming Impact on the British Monarchy - The New York Times

‘I’m American. I Hug.’ Meghan Markle’s Looming Impact on the British Monarchy - The New York Times: For decades, traditionalists and modernizers have dueled inside Britain’s royal family. Ms. Markle, who marries Prince Harry on Saturday, could tip the balance.

F.B.I. Used Informant to Investigate Russia Ties to Campaign, Not to Spy, as Trump Claims - The New York Times

F.B.I. Used Informant to Investigate Russia Ties to Campaign, Not to Spy, as Trump Claims - The New York Times: The informant made contact in the summer of 2016 with Trump campaign advisers who were already under scrutiny for ties to Russia.

The GOP’s campaign against the FBI makes the nation less safe - The Washington Post

The GOP’s campaign against the FBI makes the nation less safe - The Washington Post: Trump’s threats to expose an FBI and CIA informant erode trust, a key national security asset.

Texas school shooting: At least 10 killed in Santa Fe High School massacre, officials say - The Washington Post

Texas school shooting: At least 10 killed in Santa Fe High School massacre, officials say - The Washington Post: At least 10 people — mostly students — were killed and 10 others were wounded in the rampage at Santa Fe High School, officials said.

Royal wedding 2018: Prince Harry, Meghan Markle marry - The Washington Post

Royal wedding 2018: Prince Harry, Meghan Markle marry - The Washington Post: Follow our coverage of the ceremony, the celebration, the dress.

Marrying Prince Harry means Meghan Markle is giving up her career - Business Insider

Marrying Prince Harry means Meghan Markle is giving up her career - Business Insider: Choosing Prince Harry as her husband means Meghan Markle is relinquishing both her acting carer and her political pursuits, since royal couples do not typically work.

Vampire Hillary Set To Suck $1 Million From DNC At Party Fundraiser - Matt Vespa

Vampire Hillary Set To Suck $1 Million From DNC At Party Fundraiser - Matt Vespa: Vampire Hillary Set To Suck $1 Million From DNC At Party Fundraiser - Matt Vespa: As we’ve mentioned before, the Clintons need to get paid. .05/18/2018 14:04:29PM EST.

PM Mahathir Mohamad announces Malaysia Cabinet - Channel NewsAsia

PM Mahathir Mohamad announces Malaysia Cabinet - Channel NewsAsia: KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysian Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad on Friday (May 18) unveiled his list of 14 Cabinet ministers to be sworn in next week, ...

Ecuador orders withdrawal of extra Assange security from embassy in London | Reuters

Ecuador orders withdrawal of extra Assange security from embassy in London | Reuters: The president of Ecuador, Lenin Moreno, ordered the withdrawal on Thursday of additional security assigned to the Ecuadorian embassy in London, where WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange has remained for almost six years.

Hundreds of handbags, cash, jewellery seized by police at condo linked to former PM Najib - Channel NewsAsia

Hundreds of handbags, cash, jewellery seized by police at condo linked to former PM Najib - Channel NewsAsia: KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysian police seized 284 boxes containing designer handbags and dozens of bags stuffed with cash and jewellery from a private ...

Dr Mahathir should reopen Altantuya case, says Mongolia's President - Nation | The Star Online

Dr Mahathir should reopen Altantuya case, says Mongolia's President - Nation | The Star Online: PETALING JAYA: Prime Minister Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad should reopen the murder case of Altantuya Shariibuu, said Mongolia's President Khaltmaagiin Battulga.

In blow to GOP, House fails to pass massive farm bill in face of conservative Republican showdown - The Washington Post

In blow to GOP, House fails to pass massive farm bill in face of conservative Republican showdown - The Washington Post: Conservative Republicans staged showdown over immigration

North Korea’s Sudden Shift Puts South’s Leader on the Spot - The New York Times

North Korea’s Sudden Shift Puts South’s Leader on the Spot - The New York Times: For President Moon Jae-in, North Korea’s threat to derail talks has made clear the difficulties of playing matchmaker between Kim Jong-un and President Trump.

Kushners Near Deal With Qatar-Linked Company for Troubled Tower - The New York Times

Kushners Near Deal With Qatar-Linked Company for Troubled Tower - The New York Times: The family’s company is in advanced talks with Brookfield Asset Management, whose real estate arm has ties to Qatar, for a stake in 666 Fifth Avenue in Midtown.