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A reporter’s backstory – finding a way to humanize a global crisis

In our continuing series of profiles, let us introduce you to our Paris-based reporter at large, Peter Ford, who coordinated much of our On the Move coverage. Before returning to Paris, Peter was our bureau chief in Beijing for a decade. Before that,…

What To Know About The No-Confidence Vote Facing British Prime Minister Theresa May

Britain’s prime minister faces a no-confidence vote in Parliament on Wednesday evening. Why do members of her own party want to sack her?

Economic Implications On Britain Of Brexit

Morning Edition host Steve Inskeep speaks with George Parker, Financial Times political editor, about the potential economic impact of the latest Brexit developments.

Mayors And Governors Rebut Trump Administration Position At Climate Summit

Federal officials at the U.N. climate meeting are ignoring climate science and touting coal and fossil fuels. But local and state authorities pledge to reduce greenhouse gas emissions on their own.

Latest On Marriott Hotel Records Hack

Chinese intelligence appears to be behind the hack of Marriott hotels that exposed 500 million guest records, according to The New York Times. NPR talks to Glenn Thrush, a reporter on the story.

Latest Developments In Parliament As May Faces No Confidence Vote

NPR’s Steve Inskeep speaks with John Peet of The Economist about the latest developments in Parliament as British Prime Minister Theresa May faces a no confidence vote.

British Prime Minister Theresa May Faces No Confidence Vote From Her Party

Theresa May is fighting to keep her job as members of her party seek to oust her in a no-confidence vote. This comes in the wake of her failed efforts to win support for Brexit plan.

Theresa May Faces No-Confidence Vote Wednesday Over Brexit Anger

“I will contest that vote with everything I’ve got,” the U.K. prime minister said outside of No. 10 Downing St. The vote was set to begin at 1 p.m. ET Wednesday.

Chinese Hackers Are Likely Responsible For Marriott Data Breach, Reports Say

Chinese state hackers most likely attacked the reservation system at Marriott’s Starwood chain, revealing details of 500 million guests, according to people familiar with the U.S. investigation.

Theresa May’s Leadership Challenged In Wake Of Brexit Chaos

British prime minster Theresa May faces a vote of no confidence. And it comes after May scrapped a vote at the last minute on her deeply unpopular Brexit divorce agreement.

News Brief: Possible Government Shutdown, Cohen Sentencing, And The Brexit Vote

President Trump threatens a shutdown if he doesn’t get budget for a border wall. Michael Flynn’s lawyers ask for leniency. And British Prime Minister Theresa May could face a vote of no confidence.

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