Global Update Preview: U.S. Urges Japan and South Korea to Commit to $44 Billion Alaska Gas Project
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April 24, 2025, 2:07 p.m. Eastern time

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U.S. Urges Japan and South Korea to Commit to $44 Billion Alaska Gas Project

A group advising President Trump on energy policy is seeking meetings with Japan and South Korea’s trade ministries, with the hope of announcing progress in early June.

Places mentioned: Japan

A group of about six bonobos resting and socializing on a fallen tree in the jungle.

These Apes Are Matriarchal, but It Doesn’t Mean They’re Peaceful

Females reign supreme in bonobo society by working together to keep males in their place.

Places mentioned: Central Africa

Soldiers in uniform on guard.

Crisis Deepens for India and Pakistan Over Kashmir Attack

The Pakistani government announced a series of sweeping retaliatory measures a day after India took aim at its neighbor and archnemesis.

Places mentioned: India

Sandra Poulson sits on a stool in a studio space, surrounded by artworks in progress.

An Artist Subverting Propaganda Through Large-Scale Sculptures

Sandra Poulson discusses Louise Bourgeois, Angolan humor and cheap wood.

Places mentioned: Central Africa

Trump Takes On Improbable Task in Seeking Trade Deals Across the Globe

The president’s threats of tariffs have brought countries like Japan, South Korea and India rushing to negotiate, but they have sown chaos with bigger trading partners like China.

Places mentioned: Japan, India

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