Today's Headlines: Liz Truss Resigns After 6 Chaotic Weeks, Igniting New Leadership Fight

Truss Defied the Markets, and They Ruthlessly Sealed Her Fate
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Liz Truss Resigns After 6 Chaotic Weeks, Igniting New Leadership Fight

By Mark Landler and Stephen Castle

The beleaguered British prime minister relinquished her office after just 44 days of political and economic tumult, the shortest tenure in British history.

Truss Defied the Markets, and They Ruthlessly Sealed Her Fate

Truss Defied the Markets, and They Ruthlessly Sealed Her Fate

By Mark Landler

World leaders buffeted by economic challenges are watching the turmoil in Britain with anything but relish, hoping that Liz Truss's woes won't be a harbinger for other countries.

How Taiwan's 'Adorable' and Ambitious Diplomacy Aims to Keep the Island Safe

How Taiwan's 'Adorable' and Ambitious Diplomacy Aims to Keep the Island Safe

By Damien Cave and Amy Chang Chien

Even as China's threats on reunification grow more pointed, most recently at the Communist Party congress, Taiwan is working creatively to bolster its alliances.

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There's Something in the Water in Virginia. Before You Say 'Yuck,' Wait.

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El Paso Shows Migrant Buses Aren't Just for Republican Politicians

By Megan K. Stack

It's fruitless to lecture El Paso about the hardship of receiving buses. The government sent it hundreds upon hundreds of people every day.

Today's Videos

British Prime Minister Liz Truss Resigns

Video Video: British Prime Minister Liz Truss Resigns

By The Associated Press

Liz Truss announced she would resign as prime minister after less than two months in office.

Russian-Backed Authorities Relocate Thousands of Ukrainians

Video Video: Russian-Backed Authorities Relocate Thousands of Ukrainians

By Reuters and The Associated Press

Around 15,000 Ukrainians in the occupied city of Kherson have been evacuated from their homes by Russian-backed officials and relocated to other regions, such as Dzhankoi in Crimea.

Temporary Shelter for Ukrainian Refugees Burns Down in Germany

Video Video: Temporary Shelter for Ukrainian Refugees Burns Down in Germany

By The Associated Press and Reuters

Officials are looking for political motives and suspect arson is involved in a fire that engulfed a shelter housing Ukrainians in northern Germany. Police said the refugees and staff members escaped the fire without injuries.

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