The New York Times – Music:
Israel’s efforts to influence Eurovision’s vote were broader and started years earlier than previously known.
Category: Diplomatic Service, Embassies and Consulates
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Western Governments Rush to Help Stranded Travelers in the Middle East
The New York Times – Travel:
Hundreds of thousands have been stranded since the conflict started. The United States urged Americans to leave and said on Tuesday it was “actively working on plans” to help them do so.
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Getting a Visa to Visit the U.S. Could Take Even Longer
The New York Times – Travel:
A new State Department rule requires would-be travelers to be interviewed in their home countries, where wait times can be more than a year.
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Was Your Passport Lost or Stolen While Traveling? Here’s How to Replace It.
The New York Times – Travel:
Losing your travel document while overseas can be a hassle, but the process of getting a replacement and getting yourself home is simple once you know what to do.
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Bimla Bissell, Vital Aide to Four U.S. Ambassadors to India, Dies at 92
The New York Times – Fashion & Style:
Her house was a hub for generations of heads of state, diplomats, journalists and artists, who relied on her for her political acumen and were buoyed by her friendship.
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C.I.A. Discloses Identity of Second Spy Involved in ‘Argo’ Operation
The New York Times – Film:
The movie about the daring mission to rescue American diplomats from Tehran portrayed a single C.I.A. officer sneaking into the Iranian capital. In reality, the agency sent two officers.
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The Beatbox House to Travel Abroad for the State Dept.
The New York Times – Music:
The trip will mark the first time that the government officially recognizes the genre in its American Music Abroad program.
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Luke Parker Bowles, the Queen Consort’s Nephew, on Life in New Jersey
The New York Times – Film:
The film and television producer, who works with the British Consulate, is also committed to saving small-town movie theaters in the United States.