Germany Forms New Governing Coalition
Members of Germany’s Social Democratic Party have voted to join a coalition government under Chancellor Angela Merkel.
U.S. Aircraft Carrier Visits Vietnam For The First Time Since The War
A U.S. aircraft carrier is visiting Vietnam, making it the first one since the Vietnam War. We’re looking at that visit from two very different perspectives.
Eastern Ghouta Gains Attention In Syrian Civil War
NPR’s Renee Montagne speaks with Syrian activist Kassem Eid about the situation in his country and what it’s like to live under siege.
My Night Camping In An 18th Century Church In England
Many old churches in England have gone into disrepair after losing their congregations. Now an organization is raising money for upkeep by letting people camp — “champ” — overnight inside of them.
A Crash Course In Vermont’s Head-Turning, Homegrown Sport
A reporter and longtime skier takes a whack at the wacky, DIY sport, jack jumping, which began in the 19th century. Enthusiasts of the state’s pastime will compete in a world championship on Sunday.
Unusually High Temperatures In Arctic Rise In Frequency
Weather patterns in the Arctic have been described as “freakishly warm.” NPR’s Michel Martin talks with climate science professor Katharine Hayhoe of Texas Tech University about what’s behind it.
Aid Group Pulls Out Of Nigerian Town Following Deadly Suspected Boko Haram Attack
Tens of thousands of displaced people living in a nearby camp are now deprived of medical care, said Doctors Without Borders. Three aid workers were among those killed.
Months After ISIS, Much of Iraq’s Mosul Is Still Rubble
U.S.-backed Iraqi forces drove the militants out of the city eight months ago, but residents say hardly any efforts are in place to rebuild homes after airstrikes and explosions toppled them.
In ‘Foxtrot,’ A Filmmaker Captures The ‘Bleeding Soul Of Israeli Society’
Samuel Maoz says his latest film was inspired by his experiences as a soldier in the Israeli army. He says Foxtrot deals with the “traumatic circle” his country is trapped in.
110 Schoolgirls Kidnapped In Nigeria
The Nigerian government is under mounting pressure to find 110 school girls who were kidnapped more than a week ago in northeast Nigeria, likely by Boko Haram.
Report Accuses North Korea Of Fueling Syria’s Chemical Weapons Program
A leaked U.N. report gives details on the arms North Korea has sold to Syria, despite sanctions. Scott Simon talks with Bruce Bechtol, a former Korea analyst at the Defense Intelligence Agency.
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