Typhoon Trami Pummels Japan
Less than a month after a powerful storm killed 11 people in northern Japan, another typhoon slammed the country, resulting in two deaths and widespread destruction.
PHOTOS: Inside A North Korea That Is Changing — But At Its Own Pace
On a recent visit, NPR journalists witnessed a country in transformation that was at turns impressive, surreal, beautiful, melancholy and human. Still, its leaders retain tight control over society.
James P. Allison And Tasuku Honjo Win 2018 Nobel Prize In Physiology Or Medicine
The work of the two scientists centers on harnessing the immune system to arrest the development of cancer.
Scientists Who Sparked Revolution In Cancer Treatment Share Nobel Prize In Medicine
James P. Allsion and Tasuku Honjo were cited for their work in harnessing the immune system to arrest the development of cancer.
News Brief: Brett Kavanaugh, Indonesia Tsunami, Trade Deal
Where do things stand with the Supreme Court nomination? More than 800 people are dead after a tsunami in Indonesia. After weeks of talks, Canada will stay in a trade pact with the U.S. and Mexico.
Kurds In Iraq Hold Parliamentary Elections
Iraqi Kurds — close allies of the U.S. — held elections Sunday. They’re starting to turn away from old founding fathers to vote for new leaders with different priorities.
Canada Reaches Deal With The U.S. That Will Replace NAFTA
Rachel Martin talks to Christophe Bondy, a Canadian trade negotiator, about Canada reaching a last-minute agreement Sunday on a deal that revises the North American Free Trade Agreement.
Ugandans Use Character From TV Ad To Criticize President Museveni
The president has ruled the East African country for more than 3 decades. Dissent is barely tolerated. Ugandans are expressing their contempt by comparing him to a country bumpkin featured in a TV ad.
Indonesian Officials Expect Tsunami’s Death Toll To Grow
The number of people confirmed dead after Friday’s tsunami rose dramatically Sunday to more than 800. Officials warn the number could rise into the thousands as rescuers reach more affected areas.
Referendum To Change Macedonia’s Name Falls Short Of Voter Requirement
On Sunday, voters in Macedonia were asked whether the country’s name should be changed to North Macedonia. It appears voter turnout for the referendum fell short of what’s required.
U.S. And Canada Reach Deal To Replace NAFTA
Ottawa agreed to make it easier for U.S. farmers to ship dairy products into Canada. The U.S. also agreed to shield Canada from auto tariffs.
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