If you've ever looked at a world map, you might notice a big, blue patch nestled between Europe, Asia, and Africa. That’s the Mediterranean Sea—a shimmering str ...

Since Israel and Hamas went to war, reporters and editors at The New York Times have closely covered the conflict. Our coverage includes the Hamas-led attack on Israel, the plight of hostages, how ...

Ryan Chan is a Newsweek reporter based in Hong Kong, where he previously had over a decade of experience at a local newspaper, covering China and current events around the world. His focus is on ...