Why a wave of Asian summitry
Less than a year ago, the world’s two most populous nations, India and China, almost went to war. In a tense showdown over disputed land in the Himalayas, their soldiers traded stones and punches. Now, on April 27 and 28, their leaders will meet and …
For South Africa’s students, college means promise – if they can get there
Naledi Thimbela turned that number over in her head again and again. Before she could send in the college application that might get her out of this weathered little town. Before maybe, just maybe, she could become the first person in her family to ge…
‘Numerous’ Pedestrians Hit By Van In Toronto, Police Say
Police say a white van has struck multiple pedestrians in the North York area of the city. It was not immediately clear how many people were injured.
Britain’s DACA? Children of invited laborers caught in ‘Windrush’ controversy
After World War II, Britain confronted a dual challenge: a shattered infrastructure that needed urgent work and a severe labor shortage. To solve the problem, the British government invited people from from the British Empire and Commonwealth to move …
Edible Oddities: David Bowie-Inspired Menus Reflect His Many Personas
Ziggy Stardust and the Thin White Duke are just two of the characters David Bowie created for himself. The innovator explored music and identity, and his art exhibition inspires chefs and mixologists.
It’s A Boy! Prince William And Duchess Catherine Welcome No. 3
The new prince was born Monday and weighed 8 pounds, 7 ounces. Mother and child are “both doing well,” Kensington Palace announced.
Belgian Court Sentences Paris Attack Suspect Salah Abdeslam To 20-Year Term
Abdeslam still faces trial over the 2015 Paris attacks. But a Belgian court punished him for attempted terrorist murder, related to the shootout that ended his time on the run in 2016.
How Egypt’s stubborn poverty threatens strongman Sisi’s grip
Despite his landslide reelection last month and renewed talk of constitutional amendments to make him president for life, Egyptian strongman Abdel Fattah al-Sisi’s grip on power is far from absolute as he enters his second term. Analysts warn that the…
How The Tiny Nation Of Georgia Became A Bitcoin Behemoth
The former Soviet nation of Georgia now consumes more power in mining cryptocurrencies than the United States. What’s going on?
For 50 Years, Deep-Water Trawls Likely Caught More Fish Than Anyone Thought
Using historical data and estimates from deep-sea trawls that drag nets along the ocean floor, researchers estimate that millions of tons of catch have gone unreported in the last 50 years.
Skeptics Voice Doubt About North Korea’s Nuclear Announcement
North Korea has announced that it will stop ballistic missile tests. Steve Inskeep talks to Wendy Sherman, ex-undersecretary of state, about the impact this has on upcoming talks with President Trump.
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