Investigation Into The Easter Sunday Attacks Continues In Sri Lanka
NPR’s Audie Cornish speaks with Sarath Dissanayake, charge d’affaires from the Embassy of Sri Lanka in Washington, D.C., about what is now known about the Easter Sunday attacks in Sri Lanka.
U.N. Resolution On Sexual Violence Watered Down Due To U.S. Opposition
United Nations diplomats watered down a resolution condemning sexual violence in conflicts, because the Trump administration opposed language about sexual and reproductive health care for survivors.
Remembering The Victims Of The Easter Sunday Attacks In Sri Lanka
The victims of Sunday’s bombings in Sri Lanka came from around the world. As funerals and burials begin, the victims are being remembered.
Egypt Approves Constitutional Changes That Could Keep Sissi In Office Until 2030
The amendments, which were approved by nearly 90% of voters, further entrench the power of the military and extend the power of Egyptian President Abdel-Fattah el-Sissi.
Terrorism Expert Weighs In On ISIS Claim Of Responsibility In Sri Lanka Attacks
NPR’s Audie Cornish speaks with terrorism expert and former FBI Supervisory Special Agent Ali Soufan about the ISIS claim of responsibility for the Easter Sunday attacks in Sri Lanka.
Why The Easter Sunday Attacks Targeting Christians In Sri Lanka Were So Shocking
NPR’s Ari Shapiro talks with Mathew Schmalz, associate professor of religious studies at the College of the Holy Cross, who studied Christian communities in Sri Lanka, including those attacked Sunday.
Ukraine’s bold choice of a wit to restore trust
Until last Sunday when it elected a new president, Ukraine held a dubious world title. In other former Soviet states, the level of trust is 48%. What’s more, Ukraine is one of the most corrupt and poorest nations in Europe.
Why the Arab battle for democracy now runs through Sudan
Who should rule Sudan? More than a week after nationwide civilian protests led to the military ouster of Sudanese strongman Omar al-Bashir, ending his 30-year reign, the military and protesters camped out in front of the army’s headquarters in Khartou…
2 Earthquakes Shake The Philippines; At Least 16 Dead
Rescuers continue to search for survivors of Monday’s quake, which trapped people in a collapsed supermarket in Pampanga province and caused panicked office workers to flee buildings in Manila.
Sri Lankan Official Says Bombings Are Retaliation For New Zealand Massacre
Two Islamist groups have been blamed for the attacks. The government is facing criticism for failing to prevent the attacks — or even alert possible targets — despite getting advanced intelligence.
India Redefines Itself Through Its Majority Hindu Faith
In 1992, Hindu extremists tore down a 16th century mosque, igniting Hindu-Muslim riots that killed thousands. India’s Hindu nationalist ruling party wants a temple to a god built on the ruins.
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