Without funds, the cemetery in the Capital Region can only focus on burials during the federal government shutdown.

Her jacket was a bespoke design produced by Amanjeda, an Estonian studio. She likes dressing up, no matter who notices. “Mostly, I don’t do it for anybody,” she said. “I do it for myself.” ...

In Guadeloupe and Martinique, where chlordecone has contaminated over 90 percent of the population, residents continue to demand financial compensation from the French government.

Every Veterans Day, America says “thank you for your service,” patriotic photos fill social media, and flags wave at parades.