Netflix Defends Decision To Pull ‘Patriot Act’ Episode In Saudi Arabia
Netflix took down an episode of the show Patriot Act with Hasan Minhaj in Saudi Arabia as an effort to comply with local law. In the show, Minhaj laces into the country’s rulers.
Whelan’s Arrest In Russia, Draws Parallels To Journalist’s 1986 Arrest
Rachel Martin talks to journalist Nicholas Daniloff on the arrest of U.S. citizen Paul Whelan in Russia on suspicion of espionage. Daniloff was detained by Russian security on similar charges in 1986.
Temple Protests Partially Shut Down Southern Indian State Of Kerala
Protests erupted after two women in their 40s entered a prominent Hindu temple. They went against a centuries-old tradition that says women old enough to menstruate should not enter the temple.
U.S. Officials Want Details Into Why An American Was Arrested In Russia
U.S. Ambassador to Russia Jon Huntsman visited American Paul Whelan on Wednesday at Moscow’s Lefortovo prison. Whelan is being held on suspicion of being a spy.
Mexican Archaeologists Discover Pre-Hispanic Temple of ‘The Flayed Lord’
Stone carvings dating back 1,000 years suggest gruesome rituals tied to beliefs about fertility and long life.
China Takes Wind Out Of Apple iPhone Sales
Apple cut billions from its revenue estimates amid slower sales in China. In August, Apple became the first firm worth $1 trillion, but its stock has dropped more than 30 percent in the past 3 months.
When Her Family Left Vietnam, She Carried A Backpack Full Of Rice During The Journey
When Loan Pham left Vietnam with her family for asylum in the U.S., she brought a backpack of rice with her. She shares the story of her journey for the series What They Took With Them.
When she picks up gavel again, Pelosi will preside over a very different House
After the November elections, when Nancy Pelosi was still working on winning over Democrats who opposed her for speaker, incoming Congresswoman Donna Shalala met with her to talk about what committees she could be considered for. “Ask for the moon!” s…
Why civic values are Taiwan’s best defense
In a rather public debate, the leaders of China and Taiwan have revealed what it takes to create a national identity rooted in shared ideals. Let’s just say the small island nation off China’s coast won, as its president’s statements make clear. On T…
Prophet, or prattler of the impossible? Israel recalls Amos Oz.
For decades a tradition was honored in Israel, that its most celebrated poets, novelists, and thinkers occupied a rarefied place in the halls of power and influence. Oz, whose love for his country filled the pages of his best-selling and international…
With $73 Million Deal, Christian Pulisic Is Most Expensive U.S. Soccer Player Ever
Chelsea Football Club will pay Borussia Dortmund millions to acquire the 20-year-old U.S. national team standout and Pennsylvania native.
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