France struggles to deal with the heatwave hitting much of Europe
Much of Europe, including France, is dealing with a brutal heatwave. Some people are better prepared than others in a country where most people do not have air conditioning.
What France's World Cup Run Means For The Country's Minority Population
France has advanced to the World Cup Finals. This diverse team, with many immigrants, represents the country in the context of tension over immigration in France and across Europe.
White House Spokesman Defends President Trump's Supreme Court Nominee
NPR's Ailsa Chang speaks with White House spokesman Raj Shah about Judge Brett Kavanaugh, President Trump's choice to replace Justice Anthony Kennedy on the Supreme Court.
A Look At The Fashion Trends From The 2018 World Cup
Soccer players are among the most fashionable men in the world. NPR's Ailsa Chang talks with Simon Doonan, creative ambassador for Barneys, about the fashion trends at this year's World Cup.
Government Will Not Meet Deadline To Reunite Children Separated From Their Parents
More than half of the families who were detained and separated were reunited Tuesday, but as many as 48 children remain in custody. A federal judge in San Diego heard from Justice Department lawyers on who has not been reunited, why, and what the new timeline is.
Trail Running Gains Popularity, Taking Runners Deep Into Nature
Trail running mixes a deep experience of the outdoors with the ancient practice of running long distances As it gains popularity, NPR looks at a 12-mile race through one of the wildest corners of New York's Adirondack Mountains.
All 12 Boys And Their Soccer Coach Successfully Rescued From Cave In Thailand
After two weeks, all 12 boys and their soccer coach were successfully rescued from a cave in Thailand. They were trapped in the Tham Luang Nang Non cave system after heavy rains flooded passages.
U.S. Ambassador To NATO Discusses President Trump And The Alliance
NPR's Mary Louise Kelly speaks with Kay Bailey Hutchison, the U.S. ambassador to NATO, about the upcoming NATO summit and President Trump's commitment to the alliance.
Latinos Are Bringing A Growing Number Of Voting Rights Cases
In the town of Islip, N.Y., voting is done at large, which means there aren't any districts. The whole town, which is primarily white, votes for all the elected officials together, making it difficult for Latino voters to get representation in city government. So, they're suing.
President Trump Pardons Oregon Ranchers Convicted In 2012 Arson Case
President Trump signed full pardons on Tuesday for Oregon ranchers Dwight Hammond Jr. and his son, Steven, whose imprisonment inspired an anti-government takeover of the Malheur National Wildlife Refuge.
Senate Democrats Have Few Options To Stop Confirmation Of Supreme Court Nominee
President Trump and his Republican allies sound confident about the confirmation of Brett Kavanaugh to the Supreme Court, but Democrats have moved quickly to object to his nomination.