U.S. says 'substantial progress' made in trade talks with China
The White House is optimistic following two days of trade talks with China in Geneva.
Ash Carter Visits Israel To Ease Concerns Over Iran Nuclear Deal
With U.S. Secretary of Defense Ash Carter visiting their country, Israelis are grappling with how to respond to the nuclear deal with Iran. And it's not all about opposing the agreement.
Diplomatic Relations Restored As U.S. Embassy Reopens In Havana
Cubans came to the U.S. Interests Section in Havana on Monday to witness the moment it transformed to an embassy, in a move that restored full diplomatic ties between the two countries.
American Zach Johnson Wins British Open In Historic 3-Way Playoff
NPR's Robert Siegel talks to Ron Sirak of Golf Digest about how Jordan Spieth could have been the first golfer since 1953 to win the Masters, U.S. Open and the British Open in the same year.
John Kerry: 'We Were So Eager' To Reopen Diplomatic Ties With Cuba
In this interview excerpt, NPR's Steve Inskeep talks with the secretary of state about why opening relations with Cuba was important. The full interview will run Tuesday on Morning Edition.
Russian Billionaire Donates $100 Million In Search For E.T.
Russian billionaire, Yuri Milner, has donated $100 million to the search for E.T. or extraterrestrial life.
Los Angeles Angels Experience First Rainout At Home In 20 Years
The Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim were supposed to play the Boston Red Sox on Sunday night. Instead, the Angels experienced their first rainout at a home game in 20 years.
Nigerian President Begins Mission To Wipe Out Corruption
Nigerian President Muhammadu Buhari is on his first U.S. visit since taking office in May. NPR's Melissa Block speaks with conflict resolution analyst Aminu Gamawa about what this means for Nigerians.
The Flap Over 'Banana Derby': Some Don't See Monkey Jockeys' Appeal
In Lake County, Ill., an annual fair has long featured a "Banana Derby" — a race with monkeys dressed as little jockeys riding dogs. But this year, some people have launched a campaign to end it.
Employee Or Contractor? New U.S. Guidelines Could Reclassify Workers
The Labor Department has suggested standards an employer must meet to consider a worker an independent contractor. Employment lawyers say this will lead to more lawsuits against employers.
A Suicide Or Something Else? Young Woman's Death In Jail Incites Suspicion
After Sandra Bland was discovered dead in her Texas jail cell this week, the county medical examiner ruled it a suicide. But her family is questioning that finding — and the FBI is investigating.
Amid Devastation, Tig Notaro Searched For A Sense Of Humor
Days after the comedian was diagnosed with breast cancer, she performed at the Largo nightclub in Los Angeles. Her stand-up routine, which became an album titled Live, was an instant hit.