In Congress, the representatives who don’t see compromise as a dirty word
Inside, amid a spill of snacks and half-empty water bottles, Jordan Colvin explains why she didn’t vote for her husband in the state primary in June. Ms. Colvin is a registered Republican. In an election cycle that’s been one of the most polarizing i…
Louis Cha, Who Wrote Beloved Chinese Martial Arts Novels As Jin Yong, Dies
He’s been called China’s Tolkien, its Martin, its Rowling — all in one. With his adventure stories rooted in ancient China, Louis Cha gave life to decades’ worth of martial arts films.
Inside Gaza’s Factory Making Prosthetic Legs For Palestinian Protest Amputees
As many as 75 Palestinians have needed a leg amputation after suffering Israeli gunshot wounds at Gaza border protests, according to the Artificial Limbs and Polio Center in Gaza City.
Afghan Army Helicopter Crashes, Killing All 25 On Board
The helicopter was carrying provincial government officials when it went down on Wednesday. The Taliban have claimed responsibility, according to multiple reports.
Indonesian Rescuers Detect ‘Ping,’ Believe They’ve Located Crashed Plane
Remains of dozens of people have been recovered in the aftermath of the crash of the plane with 189 aboard. Searchers have located a large object underwater that could be the plane’s fuselage.
China Tests A ‘Social Credit Score’
China is testing a new plan to make it easier for citizens do business, but also to help them trust each other more. It’s called the social credit score.
News Brief: Trump Visits Pittsburgh, Americans Divided On #MeToo, Pakistan Blasphemy Case
After a visit to Pittsburgh, President Trump resumes campaigning tonight in Florida. Also, new NPR-Ipsos polls show the country deeply divided on sexual assault and harassment.
Pakistan’s Supreme Court Overturns Blasphemy Conviction
Pakistan’s Supreme Court has overturned the blasphemy conviction of a Christian woman who had been sentenced to death for insulting the Prophet Muhammad.
Pakistan’s High Court Acquits Asia Bibi, Christian Woman On Death Row For Blasphemy
The Pakistani Catholic woman was convicted of blasphemy in 2010 after an argument with her Muslim co-workers. The country’s religious right has called for her execution.
Heavy Rains, Wind Blamed For 11 Deaths In Italy
Venice saw an unusually high tide leaving three-quarters of the city covered in water. Officials in large areas of the country closed schools and urged residents to stay indoors.
PHOTOS: World’s Tallest Statue Ready For Its Inauguration In India
The statue commemorating Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, a key figure in the Indian independence movement, stands roughly four times the height of the Statue of Liberty.
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