Trump says he's lifting sanctions on Syria, confusing some allies in Israel
President Trump says he's dropping sanctions against Syria, which led to celebrations in the streets of Damascus. But in Israel, many are wondering where they stand with their neighbor.
Richmond's Robert E. Lee Statue Is Set To Be Removed, Sent To Storage
More than a year after Virginia Gov. Ralph Northam ordered the 12-ton statue of Confederate Gen. Robert E. Lee to be removed, it will be lifted from its pedestal in Richmond, and placed into storage.
Some Members Of The Taliban's New Government Are Well-Known To U.S. Officials
NPR's Rachel Martin talks to Ali Mustafa, a reporter for TRT World which is funded by the Turkish government, about the latest from Kabul after the Taliban announced an interim government.
2 Afghan Women Refuse To Give Up On The Lives They Want To Live
NPR's Rachel Martin speaks to two unidentified young Afghan women who fear for their safety under Taliban rule. One is protesting the Taliban, the other is trying to escape.
The Father Of Britney Spears Files A Petition To End Her Conservatorship
Britney Spears' father, Jamie Spears, petitioned a court to end his controversial conservatorship. Under that legal arrangement, he had controlled all aspects of her life for the past 13 years.
Hospitals In Northern Idaho Begin Rationing Care After COVID-19 Surge
Hospitals in that part of the state are under crisis standards of care — rationing services to the most in need. The area is skeptical of COVID-19 controls and has the nation's lowest vaccination rate
Lyft, Uber Will Pay Drivers' Legal Fees If They're Sued Under Texas Abortion Law
The Texas abortion law could mean legal trouble for ride-share drivers. NPR's A Martínez talks to Lyft President John Zimmer about the company's decision to cover all potential legal fees for drivers.
The Supreme Court In Mexico Votes To Decriminalize Abortion
NPR's Rachel Martin talks to Mary Beth Sheridan of The Washington Post about Mexico's highest court ruling it is unconstitutional to imprison women who had abortions.
News Brief: Idaho's COVID Surge, Taliban Government, Decriminalizing Abortion
In northern Idaho, COVID-19 cases are so bad, all care is being rationed. The Taliban announced a caretaker government in Afghanistan. Mexico's supreme court effectively decriminalized abortion there.
The FDA To Decide Which E-Cigarettes, Including Juul, May Be Sold In U.S.
E-cigarette maker Juul wanted to disrupt Big Tobacco, and largely succeeded before politicians, regulators and experts accused it of stoking the youth vaping epidemic.
Waco, Texas, Has Become An Unlikely Destination For Surfers. Why?
The reason Waco has become a must-visit for surfers from around the world, is a surf park with state-of-the-art artificial waves. It can make 120 waves an hour and costs surfers about $10 a ride.