The U.N. Goal That Doesn’t Get A Lot Of Respect
Leaders in developing countries were asked to rank the U.N.’s 17 Sustainable Development Goals. One particular goal was typically at the bottom of their priority list.
Could A Diesel Ban In Hamburg, Germany, Cause More Pollution? Some Residents Worry
The partial ban went into effect Thursday. Many Germans question whether the ban is an environmental milestone or a political shell game that could end up creating more pollution.
White House Announces Tariffs On Steel And Aluminum From Key Allies
Commerce Secretary Wilbur Ross on Thursday announces that steel and aluminum from the European Union, Canada and Mexico will face tariffs starting at midnight,
Russia’s Lavrov Meets With Kim Jong Un, As Pompeo Tries To Salvage Summit
“I highly value the fact that Putin’s administration strictly opposes the US’ dominance,” Kim said, according to Russia’s state-run Tass agency.
North Korean Official Meets Secretary Of State Pompeo In New York
Rachel Martin talks to Robert Gallucci, who was the chief negotiator during the 1994 North Korean nuclear crisis, about efforts that indicate plans for a proposed summit are back in high gear.
News Brief: North Korea Summit Plans Continue, Europe And Iran, NBA Playoffs
A top North Korean official is meeting with Secretary of State Mike Pompeo to plan a summit between President Trump and Kim Jong Un. Also, an update on Europe and the Iran nuclear deal.
Italy’s Global Market Impact
The widening political crisis in Italy sent stock prices falling around the world this week, though the market has begun to rebound. Rachel Martin talks with economic analyst Philip Suttle.
Meeting To Plan A Meeting: North Korea And The U.S.
Secretary of State Mike Pompeo is continuing meetings with top North Korean official Kim Yong Chol in New York. They’re planning for a meeting of their superiors in Singapore.
What’s Next For The European Union And The Iran Deal
Iran had set Thursday as a deadline for European Union countries to come up with a plan to move forward after the U.S. backed out of a multiple party agreement.
The EU Steels For Tariffs
The U.S. rebuffed EU efforts to get an exemption from steel and aluminum tariffs due to take effect at the end of this week. Rachel Martin talks with EU Ambassador to the U.S. David O’Sullivan.
Why Russian Journalist Arkady Babchenko Faked His Own Death
Arkady Babchenko, the Russian journalist reported dead, turned up alive on TV today. His friend and colleague Simon Ostrovsky tells NPR’s Mary Louise Kelly that he’s both relieved and frustrated with what was apparently a planned sting to catch the att…
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