Israel launches attack on Syrian government forces near Damascus
Israel attacked Syrian government forces near Damascus in what is says is a bid to protect a religious minority there. Clashes between Druze and Sunni Muslim fighters have killed at least 20 people.
Sanford Is Latest Republican To Launch A Presidential Bid Against Trump
Former South Carolina Congressman Mark Sanford says he'll challenge President Trump for the 2020 GOP nomination. Although he's the third Republican to join the fray, none are expected to beat Trump.
Trump Calls Off Talks With Taliban After Deadly Bombing
NPR's Rachel Martin talks to Laurel Miller, who served as the State Department's acting special representative for Afghanistan from 2013 to 2017, about the breakdown in talks with the Taliban.
San Francisco Offers To Buy PG&E's Electric Grid For $2.5 Billion
City officials had been considering making an offer after PG&E filed for reorganization in January as it faced mounting liability from wildfires started by its equipment.
U.S. Sen. Lee's Visit To Russia Stirs Controversy
GOP Sen. Mike Lee of Utah was granted a visa after two other senators were denied. Lee says his solo talks with Russian government officials will help the U.S. maintain an open dialogue with Russia.
There Are Efforts To Move Homeless Bahamians To Nearby Island
It's been a week since Hurricane Dorian hit the northern Bahamas. The government is encouraging people from Abaco Islands, the hardest hit island, to seek shelter elsewhere in the country.
Australian Newspaper Editor May Want To Keep Reading Glasses Handy
Peter Lalor covers cricket and serves as beer editor. In that capacity, he stopped for a pint at a hotel in England. Because he didn't have his glasses, he didn't see that he paid $68,000 for 1 beer.
French Court Rules Rooster May Crow Where It Pleases
It all started when Corinne Fesseau built a chicken coop. Neighbors complained her rooster disturbed their sleep. They wanted the bird moved farther away. A judge said no and awarded Fesseau damages.
New Book Examines How Television Enabled Trump's Political Rise
James Poniewozik, chief TV critic for The New York Times, talks about his new book: Audience of One: Donald Trump, Television, and the Fracturing of America.
Current Marine Heat Wave Reminds Scientists Of 'The Blob'
A marine heat wave off the West Coast is causing ocean temperatures to rise from Alaska to California. Scientists say it looks a lot like the warm water mass they nicknamed the blob five years ago.
Exercise Can Help Reduce Chronic Pain, Researchers Say
For people living with chronic pain, getting up and moving can seem daunting. Some think physical activity will make their pain worse. But the truth is, exercise can help reduce that pain.
Morning News Brief
President Trump cancels talks with the Taliban. State attorneys general say they expect Purdue Pharma to file for bankruptcy. A week after Hurricane Dorian conditions in the Bahamas worsens.
