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50 years on, D.R. Congo commemorates boxing's 'Rumble in the Jungle'
The historic fight between Muhammad Ali and George Foreman is still revered as a cherished moment in the central African country's troubled history and has spurred an enduring love of boxing.
New countries and a changing U.S. team: what to expect for the Women's World Cup
The FIFA Women's World Cup opens in Australia and New Zealand on Thursday. NPR's Ailsa Chang talks with soccer writer Sophie Downey about what to expect in the championship.
SOUTHCOM commander describes U.S. military readiness in Latin America and Caribbean
NPR's Ailsa Chang speaks with SOUTHCOM Commander Gen. Laura Richardson about U.S. military readiness and cooperation in the Caribbean and Latin America and the challenges posed by China's influence.
Israeli president's speech was applauded by some in Congress, boycotted by others
by Barbara Sprunt
In an address to the U.S. Congress, Israel's president emphasized the close ties between the two countries, even as some progressive Democrats boycotted the speech.
Alabama supports Sen. Tuberville for halting military promotions over abortion issue
by Kyle Gassiott
U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville is getting a lot of criticism for holding up military appointments over the issue of abortion, but many of his Alabama constituents support him.
Belle Ortiz, the valiant educator who brought mariachi to public schools, has died
by Jack Morgan
Texas educator and musician Belle Ortiz has died. She played a vital role in bringing mariachi music out of the night clubs and into public schools across Texas as a musical discipline.
Judge heard arguments about when Trump's classified documents trial should begin
by Greg Allen
Attorneys for former President Donald Trump and his aide Walt Nauta were in a Florida courtroom Tuesday. It's the first pre-trial hearing on classified documents ahead of their federal trial.
A U.S. soldier fled across the border to North Korea
by Greg Myre
A U.S. soldier fled across the heavily guarded border to North Korea, where he's now being held by the North.
Lebanon is stuck in political deadlock as presidency remains vacant
by Ruth Sherlock
People in Lebanon are pessimistic because their leaders haven't been able to agree on a president, which is an important step needed to address a long economic crisis.
Ruth Madievsky's new novel explores trauma, drugs and toxic sisterhood
NPR's Adrian Florido talks with Ruth Madievsky about her debut novel All Night Pharmacy, which tells a story of addiction and the love between sisters.
U.S. cops may start using a weapon that shoots a cord to wrap around a person's knees
by Martin Kaste
A comic book-worthy device is the latest entry into the market for "less lethal" police weapons. The company promises safer arrests, but part of the appeal for departments may be the optics.