Majority of Americans oppose ending birthright citizenship, NPR/Ipsos poll finds
As the Supreme Court takes up birthright citizenship, a new poll finds that less than a third of Americans want it to end. But other parts of the White House's immigration crackdown are more popular.
Oil Prices Are Rising Again, But Will They Keep Going Up?
Oil hit a new high for the year — closing at just under $61 a barrel. But some analysts say the global economic slowdown and the rise of alternative energy will mean less demand and lower prices.
South Sudan's Rival Leaders Agree To Cease-Fire
Rival leaders sign an agreement to immediately end their deadly power battle. The conflict erupted a little more than a year ago, devastating the young nation. Previous agreements have failed to hold.
In Puerto Rico's Debt Crisis, There Are No Easy Solutions
After years of recession and rampant tax evasion, the U.S. territory is desperate to renegotiate its $73 billion debt. But it can't declare bankruptcy, and plans to raise taxes face strong resistance.
The Unpopularity Contest For Britain's Next Prime Minister
British voters go to the polls on Thursday to elect the next prime minister. But while David Cameron or Ed Miliband will win the election contest, neither is likely to win a popularity contest.
Book Review: 'The New World'
NPR's Alan Cheuse reviews the novel, The New World, by Chris Adrian and Eli Horowitz.
Judge Sentences 4 Afghan Men To Death For Mob Killing Of Woman
Four Afghans have been sentenced to death over the mob attack that led to the death of a 28-year-old woman who was accused of burning the Quran.
New Opposition Leader Asks U.S. To Establish Safe Zones In Syria
New Syrian opposition coalition leader Khaled Khoja visits Washington, D.C., to urge the U.S. to set up safe zones in the country and stop Bashar al-Assad's air campaign against rebel-held areas.
U.S. Issues Licenses For Ferry Travel To Cuba
For the first time in 50 years, the U.S. has issued licenses for ferry service between the United States and Cuba. At least four companies received licenses Tuesday.
