Ho Chi Minh City Journal: Capitalist Soul Rises as Ho Chi Minh City Sheds Its Past

Ho Chi Minh City Journal: Capitalist Soul Rises as Ho Chi Minh City Sheds Its Past
Voting Begins in Burundi After a Night of Violence
Uncertainty on Whether Cosby Revelations Could Hurt Him in Court
In Chattanooga, a Young Man in a Downward Spiral
U.S. and Cuba Reopen Long-Closed Embassies
Tearful Moment With Merkel Turns Migrant Girl Into a Potent Symbol
On Golf: British Open: Jordan Spieth Tips His Cap and Will Rue His Three-Putts
British Open: Zach Johnson’s Grand Win Slams Door on Jordan Spieth’s Bid for History
Your Monday Evening Briefing
China’s Love Affair With Irresistible Korean TV
Jeb Bush Promises to Curb Lobbying and Cut Size of Government
Disasters, Both Natural and Weather-Related, Displaced 19 Million in 2014
Iranian General Criticizes U.N. Resolution on Nuclear Deal
In Burundi, President Pierre Nkurunziza’s Push for Power Is Marked by Bloodshed
Nigeria’s New President, Hoping to Host Obama, Visits White House Instead
Utah’s ‘Grand Staircase’ Leads Back in Time to Dinosaur Shangri-La
FIFA Sets Feb. 26 as Date for Election to Replace Sepp Blatter
Turkey Says Suicide Bombing Kills Dozens in Town Near Syria
ISIS Leader Takes Steps to Ensure Group’s Survival
New Disclosure Rules for Shell Companies in New York Luxury Real Estate Sales

Posted: 20 Jul 2015 10:54 PM PDT

As a magnet for the young, Saigon, as the city in Vietnam is still locally known, is a place of opportunity, fun and increasing affluence.

Voting Begins in Burundi After a Night of Violence

Posted: 20 Jul 2015 09:43 PM PDT

The polls opened after overnight explosions in the capital, Bujumbura, but opposition parties were boycotting over the president's bid for a third term.

Uncertainty on Whether Cosby Revelations Could Hurt Him in Court

Posted: 20 Jul 2015 06:20 PM PDT

Experts say a 2005 deposition in which Bill Cosby admits to philandering could be used against him, but they also point out that the burden of proof is high.

In Chattanooga, a Young Man in a Downward Spiral

Posted: 20 Jul 2015 06:07 PM PDT

Mohammod Abdulazeez's past included drug abuse, mental illness and trouble keeping work. The authorities also found that he viewed material connected to Anwar al-Awlaki, the radical U.S.-born cleric.

U.S. and Cuba Reopen Long-Closed Embassies

Posted: 20 Jul 2015 05:46 PM PDT

With little pomp, the United States and Cuba reopened their embassies for the first time since 1961.

Tearful Moment With Merkel Turns Migrant Girl Into a Potent Symbol

Posted: 20 Jul 2015 05:13 PM PDT

German legislation may offer a chance for permanent residency to young asylum seekers like Reem Sahwil, who had a tearful exchange with Angela Merkel.

On Golf: British Open: Jordan Spieth Tips His Cap and Will Rue His Three-Putts

Posted: 20 Jul 2015 04:53 PM PDT

The finish had to gall the competitor in Spieth. But when it came time to dissect his round with reporters, the side of Spieth that is a sportsman prevailed.

British Open: Zach Johnson’s Grand Win Slams Door on Jordan Spieth’s Bid for History

Posted: 20 Jul 2015 03:33 PM PDT

Johnson, 39, won his second major title, surviving a four-hole playoff with Louis Oosthuizen and Marc Leishman and denying Spieth the third leg of the Grand Slam.

Your Monday Evening Briefing

Posted: 20 Jul 2015 03:11 PM PDT

Our nightly rundown will get you caught up on the day's big stories.

China’s Love Affair With Irresistible Korean TV

Posted: 20 Jul 2015 03:01 PM PDT

An interplanetary romance is fodder for the South Korean television drama "My Love From Another Star," which is a hit in China, the world's largest streaming market.

Jeb Bush Promises to Curb Lobbying and Cut Size of Government

Posted: 20 Jul 2015 02:54 PM PDT

Outlining his planned overhaul of Washington, Mr. Bush called for a 10 percent reduction in the federal work force and a six-year waiting period for congressional members seeking to become lobbyists.

Disasters, Both Natural and Weather-Related, Displaced 19 Million in 2014

Posted: 20 Jul 2015 02:36 PM PDT

A report by the Norwegian Refugee Council said China, India and the Philippines suffered the most displacement from typhoons, floods, earthquakes and volcanic eruptions.

Iranian General Criticizes U.N. Resolution on Nuclear Deal

Posted: 20 Jul 2015 02:28 PM PDT

The comments by the Revolutionary Guards commander were not expected to derail the agreement reached last week with world powers.

In Burundi, President Pierre Nkurunziza’s Push for Power Is Marked by Bloodshed

Posted: 20 Jul 2015 01:33 PM PDT

The lead up to Tuesday's election, in which Mr. Nkurunziza is seeking another term after 10 years in office, has been marked by violence that experts say could escalate quickly.

Nigeria’s New President, Hoping to Host Obama, Visits White House Instead

Posted: 20 Jul 2015 01:27 PM PDT

President Muhammadu Buhari, who took office in May, was praised by Mr. Obama for his avowed commitment to fighting corruption.

Utah’s ‘Grand Staircase’ Leads Back in Time to Dinosaur Shangri-La

Posted: 20 Jul 2015 01:01 PM PDT

The craggy Kaiparowits Plateau, part of the Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument, was once a steamy forest and home to odd beasts.

FIFA Sets Feb. 26 as Date for Election to Replace Sepp Blatter

Posted: 20 Jul 2015 10:29 AM PDT

Mr. Blatter, the governing body's departing president, is expected to continue to serve until his successor is named.

Turkey Says Suicide Bombing Kills Dozens in Town Near Syria

Posted: 20 Jul 2015 10:23 AM PDT

The bombing in the town of Suruc killed at least 30 and wounded more than 100 people, and was the deadliest assault in Turkey since 2013.

ISIS Leader Takes Steps to Ensure Group’s Survival

Posted: 20 Jul 2015 10:01 AM PDT

In delegating authority, the Islamic State's reclusive leader, Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi, has drawn lessons from the fates of other militant groups, intelligence officials say.

New Disclosure Rules for Shell Companies in New York Luxury Real Estate Sales

Posted: 20 Jul 2015 09:43 AM PDT

The changes, spurred in part by a recent investigation by The New York Times, will help remove a "veil of secrecy" in high-end sales, a city official said.