The ‘Shadowlands’ Of Southeast Asia’s Illicit Networks: Meth, Dancing Queens And More
In his new book, Hello, Shadowlands, journalist Patrick Winn describes how underground crime groups thrive in a region where democracy is in retreat.
U.S. Will Retaliate If ICC Tries To Prosecute Americans, Bolton Says
John Bolton, President Trump’s national security adviser, is a critic of the International Criminal Court. He’s threatening to sanction judges who investigate Americans for actions in Afghanistan.
Morning News Brief
Scientists say one of the biggest threats posed by Hurricane Florence is rain. The Trump White House takes credit for a strong economy. Millions of Syrians could be in the path of a bombing campaign.
Paris Tries To Control Rampant Public Urination With Sidewalk Urinals
French authorities say they’re using this solution to try to supplement existing toilets in heavily congested areas where there are urine issues.
Syrian Civilians Are In The Path Of The Battle Against Last Rebel-Held Area
Talks to try to slow down an expected government ground offensive against the rebel-held Idlib region failed last week. Now eyes are on the threat facing millions of civilians along the route.
For Many In Venezuela, Social Media Is A Matter Of Life And Death
When it comes to social media, many Venezuelans choose to self-censor. But for others, social media can be a lifeline. One pharmacist uses Twitter to help people find scarce medicines.
Hundreds Of Roman Gold Coins Found In Theater Basement
The treasure was uncovered in the basement of a historic building in northern Italy, and date to the Roman Empire.
‘He Belongs To The World’: The Powerful Work Of A Jailed Bangladeshi Photographer
Photojournalist and activist Shahidul Alam has helped nurture a generation of South Asian photographers. He was jailed last month on charges of “spreading propaganda and false information.”
The View From North Korea As The Country Celebrates 70 Years
NPR is in North Korea as the country celebrates 70 years of existence. From a giant celebration to the number of American journalists on hand to observe, there’s a lot going on in Pyongyang.
Amid debate on prison reform, rising voices from the inside
Debate over criminal justice reform in the United States in recent years has tackled everything from the death penalty to bail reform to restoring voting rights after a prisoner has completed their sentence. Over the past three weeks, prisoners in mor…
In China, a great leap in corporate governance
On Monday, China’s wealthiest individual, Jack Ma of tech giant Alibaba, announced his successor at the company he founded 19 years ago. Notably, in a country where 70 to 80 percent of private enterprises are still family run, Mr. Ma did not name a fa…
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