A Guardian of Global Capitalism Warns Capitalism Has A Problem
The IMF finds companies are getting increasingly powerful. Here’s why that’s bad for consumers and for the whole economy.
How Notre Dame, ‘Vast Symphony In Stone,’ Weaves Its Way Through Parisian History
Victor Hugo wrote Notre Dame de Paris in the 19th century to draw attention to the cathedral, which had fallen into neglect and disrepair. It worked.
In A Matter Of Hours, Fire Ravages Notre Dame Cathedral
Notre Dame cathedral in Paris was undergoing extensive renovation when Monday’s fire broke out. Steve Inskeep talks to Bertrand Badre with the Friends of Notre Dame, which helped fund the renovations.
Red Cross Releases Name Of Nurse Taken Hostage; New Zealand Fears For Her Safety
For years, New Zealand’s government and international media worked to keep Louisa Akavi’s name secret. Now the Red Cross hopes that releasing it will lead to information on her whereabouts.
News Brief: Notre Dame Fire, Democrats’ Tax Returns, Measles Outbreak
The French are hopeful they can save the cathedral, which has stood for eight centuries. Democratic presidential contenders are releasing their tax returns. Data show U.S. measles cases are surging.
South Korea Tries To Broker Another U.S.-North Korea Nuclear Summit
The U.S., North and South Koreas have said they’re willing to hold more talks to try to resolve the nuclear crisis. At the same time, the prospects for a diplomatic breakthrough are looking slim.
France’s President Vows To Rebuild Notre Dame Cathedral
Notre Dame caught fire Monday and was badly damaged. Officials are expressing hope that they can save a cathedral that’s stood at the heart of France’s capital for eight centuries.
Images: Notre Dame Cathedral
Notre Dame Cathedral of Paris burned on Monday. Its spire fell. But the French Gothic structure was not fully lost, especially in memories of beloved national symbol.
Spire Of Notre Dame Collapses In Paris As Fire Engulfs Historic Cathedral
A fire has broken out in the Notre Dame cathedral in Paris. Flames and smoke were seen billowing high above the cathedral’s roof on Monday as the spire collapsed.
Art Historian Discusses The History Of Paris’ Notre Dame Cathedral
NPR’s Ailsa Chang speaks with art historian Caroline Bruzelius about the Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris, which caught on fire Monday.
Tragedy And Fire Strike Notre Dame Cathedral In Paris
NPR’s Audie Cornish speaks with Time Magazine correspondent Vivienne Walt about the Notre Dame Cathedral fire. She says this fire was a disaster waiting to happen due to lack of funds to protect it.
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