‘Patron Saints Of Nothing’ Is A Book For ‘The Hyphenated’
Young adult author Randy Ribay says it’s tough having “a dual identity” in a world “where people want you to be one thing.” His new novel explores the Philippine government’s deadly war on drugs.
News Brief: Tankers Attacked, Hong Kong Protests, Power Grid Outage
The U.S. blames Iran for the attack on 2 oil tankers in the Gulf Of Oman. Protests in Hong Kong continue over extradition bill. A massive power outage rolled across Argentina, Uruguay and Paraguay.
After Grid Failure, Millions In 3 Latin American Countries Lack Electricity
A massive power grid serves Argentina, Uruguay and parts of Paraguay — tens of millions of people rely on it. On Sunday morning it went dead. By Sunday night most customers had their power back.
WHO Declines To Declare Ebola Outbreak A Public Health Emergency
NPR’s Noel King talks to Deborah Malac, U.S. ambassador to Uganda, about the recent deaths there from Ebola. In neighboring Democratic Republic of the Congo, the death toll is higher.
Protests Continue In Hong Kong Over Extradition Bill
Protesters marched in Hong Kong Sunday, even after the government suspended an extradition bill. NPR’s Steve Inskeep talks to NPR’s Anthony Kuhn and pro-democracy legislator Charles Mok.
U.S. Trade Office To Hold Hearings On Planned Tariffs On China
Starting Monday, the U.S. trade office holds 7 days of hearings on President Trump’s plan to add new tariffs to imports from China. U.S. businesses will be able to speak out for or against the plan.
Former First Lady Leads In First Round Of Voting In Guatemala Presidential Election
Sandra Torres, who is now divorced from former President Álvaro Colom, is leading a field of nearly 20 candidates. She has promised to invest heavily in healthcare, education and agriculture.
Pompeo Says ‘There’s No Doubt’ Iran Attacked 2 Tankers
U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo pledges to guarantee freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz, a major oil route where the two tankers were hit.
Boeing CEO Admits Mistake In 737 MAX Communication
Ahead of Paris Air Show, Dennis Muilenburg concedes his company did not give enough information about a malfunctioning safety light.
U.S. Continues Dominance In Women’s World Cup With 3-0 Win Over Chile
They won before a sell-out crowd in Paris on Sunday. It was a gem of a game for the team, which controlled play from the beginning with crisp and precise passes. The win assures the U.S. will advance.
Millions In Argentina And Uruguay Without Electricity After Power Failure
A massive outage rolled across Argentina and Uruguay, plunging millions into darkness.
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