Alexei Navalny's work reaches Russian audiences by way of new satellite channel
One year after the death of Russian dissident Alexei Navalny, his widow launches a satellite news channel broadcasting into Russia.
A Man Tries To Shed His Own National Identity And Adopt Another In 'Synonyms'
In Synonyms, the quirky drama about national identity, a young man wakes up naked in an empty Paris apartment, and with the aid of a French/Israeli dictionary, attempts to "become" French.
In Venezuela, Victor Hugo's 'Les Misérables' Resonates With Caracas Residents
"The message is simple: We Venezuelans never give up," says a star of Les Misérables opening in Caracas. Victor Hugo's classic resonates with residents in one of the world's deadliest cities.
Why This Lawyer Says He's Skeptical About A Global Settlement In Opioid Litigation
NPR's Ailsa Chang speaks with Paul Farrell, a lead attorney representing local governments who are seeking settlements in the ongoing opioid litigation.
Anti-Government Protests Continue In Lebanon
Lebanese politicians of all stripes are under attack from protesters demanding better services.
Investigation Into Child Sex Abuse By Priests In Colorado Finds Dozens of Victims
A new investigation has found dozens of victims of child sexual abuse by Roman Catholic priests in Colorado and a decades-long cover-up. It can't rule out that some priests are still serving.
3 Judge Panel Hears Arguments In Ongoing Case Over Trump's Tax Returns
A three judge panel in the 2nd Circuit Court of Appeals heard oral arguments on Wednesday in Trump v. Vance, one of the ongoing battles over the release of President Trump's tax returns.
How Acting Chief of Staff Mulvaney Has Fared In His Time In The Trump White House
New testimony in the impeachment inquiry puts acting chief of staff Mick Mulvaney at the center of the Ukraine scandal. Mulvaney's management style may have contributed by loosening protocols.
Investigation Underway In Britain After 39 Bodies Found In A Container Truck
A murder investigation is underway in Britain after the discovery of 39 bodies in a container truck. The dead are thought to be migrants smuggled into the country from continental Europe.
Trump Says He'll Lift U.S. Sanctions On Turkey Now That Cease-Fire Is In Place
President Trump announced he'll lift U.S. sanctions on Turkey now that a cease-fire in northern Syria is in place. That deal has paved the way for the Russian military to enter the region.
Washington State Is Thinning Out Forests To Reduce Wildfire Risk
The state of Washington is moving to aggressively thin forests to reduce the worsening wildfire risk. The initiative signals a rare truce between loggers and environmentalists.