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Russia Charges 4 People With Terrorism After Concert Hall Attack

New York Times The four men are migrant laborers from Tajikistan. They looked severely injured as they were brought into the courtroom. They face a maximum sentence of life in prison. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/03/24/world/europe/moscow-attack-suspects-charged.html

To Live Past 100, Mangia a Lot Less: Italian Expert’s Ideas on Aging

New York Times Valter Longo, who wants to live to a healthy 120 or 130, sees the key to longevity in diet — legumes and fish — and faux fasting. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/03/25/world/europe/italy-aging-valter-longo.html

Germany’s Solar Panel Industry, Once a Leader, Is Getting Squeezed

New York Times Domestic manufacturers are caught between China’s low prices and U.S. protectionist policies, even as demand increases. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/03/25/business/germany-solar-panels-china-protectionism.html

Russians Mourn People Killed in Terrorist Concert Hall Attack

New York Times Russian state media pushed the idea that Ukraine was the obvious culprit, but at least three of the four suspects charged on Sunday are from the Central Asian nation of Tajikistan. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/03/24/world/europe/russia-moscow-concert-hall-attack.html

Paris Waiters Race as Storied Contest Returns Before Olympics

New York Times Contestants rushed through the streets with croissant-laden trays in a moment for the French capital to showcase its cafe culture ahead of the Summer Olympics. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/03/24/world/europe/paris-waiters-race.html

Screams and Blank Stares of Shock: Horror at a Russian Concert

New York Times The violent attack on Moscow’s outskirts on Friday was a scene of chaos and terror. “You’re just running to figure out where else to run,” one attendee said. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/03/24/world/europe/moscow-shooting-scene-survivors.html

British Media Showed Restraint on Princess Kate’s Health. It Didn’t Make a Difference.

New York Times The online frenzy over Catherine’s health escalated despite a reserved approach by Fleet Street — which promptly blamed Americans for the furor. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/03/24/business/media/british-media-princess-kate-royal-family.html

In Russia, Reactions to Moscow Concert Attack Reflect State of Anxiety

New York Times Russian state news outlets barely mentioned the claim of responsibility made by a branch of ISIS. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/03/24/world/europe/russia-moscow-isis.html

Queen Camilla Takes Center Stage With King Charles and Princess Kate

New York Times The woman whose very existence once seemed to threaten the royal family’s stability has emerged as a stabilizing force during a major health crisis. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/03/24/world/europe/camilla-king-charles-princess-kate-cancer.html

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