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In Surprise, OPEC Plus Announces Cut in Oil Production

Oil prices soared 7 percent on Sunday night after the group’s move to cut 1.2 million barrels a day.

By Clifford Krauss

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In Surprise, OPEC Plus Announces Cut in Oil Production

The move is an apparent effort to boost prices. Still, its significance may be slight, especially if the global economy slows.

By Clifford Krauss

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Journalist Detained by Russia Was Reporting Stories That ‘Needed to Be Told’

Evan Gershkovich, who works for The Wall Street Journal, knew the risks of reporting in Russia but felt a deep connection to the country, his friends said.

By Katie Robertson

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Now Playing in China: Putin-Aligned Artists Shunned in the West

As Russia works to shore up its image and rebuild its soft power after its invasion of Ukraine, it is strengthening cultural ties with friendly nations, including China.

By Javier C. Hernandez