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Remembering Rev. Cecil Williams, champion of equality in San Francisco, dead at 94
by Scott Shafer
The legendary pastor of Glide Church died this week at the age of 94. He was known as a champion of racial equality, LGBTQ rights and San Francisco's most impoverished residents.
WNBA star Brittney Griner freed from Russian detention
WNBA star Brittney Griner was freed in a prisoner swap Thursday. She was serving a prison sentence for drug charges in Russia.
Where do things stand for Paul Whelan after Brittney Griner's release?
NPR's Mary Louise Kelly speaks with John Kirby, White House National Security Council spokesperson, about the release of WNBA star Brittney Griner from Russian detention.
Will China's protests mark a new political awakening?
China's protests renewed focus on the changing social contract between the country's young generation and its aging rulers. Will young people's rare show of defiance mark a new political awakening?
Turkey is keeping Finland and Sweden from joining NATO
by Michele Kelemen
Secretary of State Antony Blinken hosted his counterparts from Finland and Sweden, who are still trying to get Turkey on board with their NATO aspirations.
A look into one of 50 thousand war crimes under investigation in Ukraine
by Tim Mak
There are 50 thousand war crimes under investigation in Ukraine. NPR looked into just one case — the death of a man — and what it might take to find justice.
Italy's prime minister sues journalist for defamation
by Sylvia Poggioli
Italy's prime minister Giorgia Meloni is suing writer Roberto Saviano for defamation. Saviano has lived under police protection since 2006, after death threats for his book on the mafia in Naples.
Indonesia passes a new criminal code that prevents extramarital sex
by Julie McCarthy
Indonesia has passed a new criminal code that prevents anyone in the country from having extramarital sex and restricts political freedoms.
Netflix releases the long-awaited documentary series, 'Harry & Meghan'
by Linda Holmes
Netflix released three episodes of the long-awaited documentary series, "Harry & Meghan." The Duke and Duchess of Sussex share their love story in the series.
Washington TV reporter Pat Collins is retiring after 49 years
Pat Collins, known for being a quirky Washington TV reporter, is retiring after 49 years.
Peru's president arrested after attempting to dissolve congress
by Simeon Tegel
NPR's Ailsa Chang talks with journalist Simeon Tegel about the recent events in Peru, where former president Pedro Castillo has been replaced and arrested after attempting to dissolve congress.
Movie Review: 'Violent Night'
by Neda Ulaby
The evergreen topic of holiday horror movies gets refreshed after the success of "Violent Night."
The federal government helps tribal communities in Alaska move to higher ground
by Emily Schwing
The federal government is giving millions of dollars to tribal communities in Alaska to help them move to higher ground. The relocations are necessary because of the effects of climate change.