On Jan. 23, hundreds of couples in Bangkok tied the knot in a mass wedding ceremony after a 2024 bill recognizing same-sex marriage went into effect in Thailand. The country, which is home to more than 71 million people, is the first in Southeast Asia, and one of only three Asian countries, to legalize same-sex marriage.

This is the first time Pantone has chosen a shade of white. The company says it's "a lofty white that serves as a symbol of calming influence in a society rediscovering the value of quiet reflection."

The Cold Moon, the 12th and final full moon of 2025, will rise on Dec. 4 and reach its highest point in the night sky.

The Times makes lists, too. Already we’ve published the best books of the year, the best movies, the best TV shows and the best cookbooks. Many, many more are coming — The Morning will have a few of our own. Best albums dropped today: Geese made the cut. So did Effie, Bad Bunny, Morgan Wallen and Rosalía. Debate our critics in the comments.

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