Duterte Says He Takes Responsibility for Philippine Drug War

Former President Rodrigo Duterte was defiant in Senate testimony about the years of bloodshed that left thousands dead. “I did it for my country,” he said.

In England’s Most Haunted Village, Halloween Means Screams and Skeptics

Pluckley is said to count at least 12 spirits among its 1,000 residents. Come October, ghost hunters arrive in droves to a place where even nonbelievers concede they’ve had eerie encounters.

Utility in Britain Offers Free Electricity to Grow Clean Energy

A utility sends phone alerts when wind power is cheap. A builder sells “zero bill” houses. They’re among several experiments to redefine how people value electricity.

As Russian Forces Turn to Glide Bombs, Ukrainian Civilians Fear a New Threat From the Skies

Cities in eastern and southern Ukraine are increasingly being hit by Russian glide bombs, converted gravity bombs that can be guided to targets, often landing without detection, residents and officials say.

Israel Calls the Shots in the Mideast as U.S. Plays a Lesser Role

A once pivotal player has seen its influence become limited.