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May 2, 2025, 2:07 p.m. Eastern time

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Overwhelmed? Go See Some Cherry Blossoms.

The ephemeral, exquisite antidote to doomscrolling.

Places mentioned: Japan

A person’s shadow is cast on the ground near a discarded hand-held Canadian flag.

Opinion | The World Is Watching Canada

Canada’s greatest opportunity lies in its ability to reframe its place in the world beyond America.

Places mentioned: India

Two men at a newspaper stand, one dressed in black and the other in gray.

Leaders May Talk Tough, but War Is the Last Thing Pakistanis Want

For many across the country, economic struggles, political malaise and the fear of armed conflict with India now feel like parts of the same burden.

Places mentioned: India

Men in camouflage uniforms standing with guns on a road lined with trees.

U.S. and U.N. Urge De-escalation Between India and Pakistan

Secretary of State Marco Rubio spoke with top officials from both countries in an effort to avoid another conflict over the disputed region of Kashmir.

Places mentioned: India

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