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Sotheby's halts Buddha jewels auction after India threat

The jewels are described as one of the most astonishing archaeological finds of the modern era.

No Pope Elected in Conclave’s First Vote

The Vatican conclave will continue on Thursday with as many as four more rounds of voting. A two-thirds majority of the 133 cardinals is required to select a new leader for the world’s 1.4 billion Rom...

At What Times Will the Cardinals Vote Next for a New Pope?

Men found guilty of violent murder of Aboriginal schoolboy

Cassius Turvey was chased through bush and beaten with a metal pole, in a case which sparked national outrage.

How Long Will the Conclave Take?

There is no formal time limit for cardinals to elect a pope. Past papal selections have lasted from a few hours to three years.

Australia Greens leader loses seat, cites 'Trump effect'

Adam Bandt was ousted by a "riptide" of swing votes, which he blamed on the so-called Trump effect.

No Phones, No Internet: The Vote for a New Pope Is Held in Extreme Secrecy

Thursday Briefing

Tensions between India and Pakistan.

India and Pakistan May Have an Off-Ramp After Their Clash. Will They Take It?

The question now, analysts say, is whether the two sides will claim victory as Pakistan asserts that it downed Indian jets and gauges the toll of India’s strikes.

Europe Alone and in Shock on V-E Day

On the 80th anniversary of Nazi Germany’s defeat, echoes of tyrannies past shake a continent that is trying to find its footing in the face of President Trump’s hostility.