

Jenny Gross
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A Giant Container Ship Got Stuck in the Suez Canal
As efforts failed to dislodge it, the Ever Given became a symbol of Covid-era anxiety as the pandemic entered its second year.

Jam Like a King: Charles Releases a Playlist
King Charles III showcased 17 artists, mostly from Commonwealth countries, in a personal playlist. Beyoncé, Bob Marley and Diana Ross made the cut.

Canned Tuna Sold at Trader Joe’s and Costco Is Recalled Over Botulism Risks
Tuna sold in 26 states and in Washington, D.C., was recalled over concerns that it may have been contaminated. The stores affected include Trader Joe’s,...

New York Times Takes European Commission to Court Over Covid Vaccine Deal
The news outlet is pushing the Commission to release text messages between the E.U.’s top official and Pfizer as they negotiated a vaccine contract.

A French Immersion Program in Provence Leads to a Good Life Lesson
After a painful break up, the author travels to Provence for a language immersion homestay and learns the value of facing up to mistakes.

Ursula von der Leyen, Top E.U. Official, Visits Ukraine
Ursula von der Leyen, the European Commission president, will meet with President Volodymyr Zelensky as stalled talks delay a $50 billion loan to Ukraine.

Thierry Breton, Top E.U. Commissioner, Resigns, Citing ‘Questionable Governance’
The surprise resignation of Thierry Breton came after he accused Ursula von der Leyen, president of the European Commission, of pressuring France to nominate another...

Push for Gender Equality in E.U.’s Top Roles Looks Set to Fall Short
Ursula von der Leyen, the European Commission president, asked member countries to nominate both men and women for commission roles.

Sparing the Horse, Brussels Warms Up to the Electric Carriage
The city’s last horse-drawn carriage operator says business is good since making the switch, placing the Belgian capital in the vanguard of a global change.

Stroke by Wobbly Stroke, Learning to Accept Imperfection
During a recent assignment, a reporter learned the basics of calligraphy — and with it, how to practice self-compassion.