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.
With Plans To Demolish A West Bank Village, Israel Orders Palestinians To Vacate
Israel has ordered Palestinians to vacate a West Bank village slated for demolition. Activists have gathered there to protest the plans.
Kurdistan Election
The Kurdistan region of Iraq is holding elections for a regional parliament, the first such election in five years.
Netanyahu At Odds With Trump Over Two-State Solution
Days after President Trump endorsed a two-state solution, the Israeli prime minister tells NPR’s Steve Inskeep that Israel must retain control of security in any agreement with the Palestinians.
Macedonians Vote On A Name Change
The people of Macedonia will be asked on Sunday if they agree to change the name of their country — in order to end a decades-long dispute with Greece.
Update On Deported Honduran Father
NPR’s Lulu Garcia-Navarro speaks with journalist James Fredrick and “John,” who fled from Honduras to the United States with his daughter. John was deported, but his daughter remains in the U.S.
The Challenges Of Responding To Tsunami And Earthquake In Indonesia
NPR’s Lulu Garcia-Navarro speaks with Associated Press reporter Margie Mason about the death toll and damage from an earthquake and tsunami that hit Indonesia.
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