Russia marks 80 years since World War II victory over Nazi Germany
Russian President Vladimir Putin welcomed the leaders of China and Brazil to commemorate the anniversary.
Pompeo To Outline U.S.' Middle East Policy During Speech In Egypt
Secretary of State Mike Pompeo's extensive trip to the Middle East takes him to Egypt. He is going to use the visit to give a speech in which he's expected to focus on U.S. policy for the region.
Border Patrol Professionals Weigh In On What's Needed: Wall Or Fence
President Trump visits the border in Texas to highlight security needs. In San Diego, hundreds of Customs and Border Protection agents echo the same line: the fence is not secure and a wall is needed.
Infectious Kids' Song, 'Baby Shark,' Hits The 'Billboard' Hot 100
"Baby Shark" — about a family of sharks scouring the seas for their next meal — charted at No. 32 for the week ending Jan. 12. It boasted 20.8 million streams last week, according to Nielsen Music.
Astronomers' New Tool May Help Solve Intergalactic Mystery
Fast Radio Bursts are extremely powerful bursts of energy coming from far beyond the Milky Way. No one knows what's causing them but a new telescope in Canada should help find an explanation.
Posh Paris Restaurant That Caters To Nude Patrons To Close
O'Naturel opened in Paris about a year ago. Diners take their clothes off in a dressing room and lock away their phones for privacy reasons. The restaurant will close on Feb. 16.
New Treatment For Miscarriages Is Complicated By Abortion Debate
A medication commonly used to provide abortions can also help ease the recovery process for women experiencing miscarriage. Doctors find it difficult to navigate heavy regulations around the pill.
Opposition Leader Wins Congolese Presidential Election
Felix Tshisekedi was declared winner of the long-delayed presidential election in the Democratic Republic of the Congo — amid suggestions of vote-rigging.
On Day 20 Of The Shutdown, Trump Will Visit U.S.-Mexico Border
President Trump on Thursday visits the U.S. Mexico border, after talks to resolve the partial government shutdown were unsuccessful on Wednesday.
Defender Of Saudi Crown Prince Weighs In On Killing Of Journalist
Steve Inskeep talks to Ali Shihabi, the founder of the Arabia Foundation and an ally of Saudi leaders, about Saudi Arabia's role in the killing of journalist Jamal Khashoggi.
News Brief: Government Shutdown, Pompeo Speech, Miscarriage Treatment
Trump heads to McAllen, Texas, on the U.S.-Mexico border. Secretary of State Pompeo, who's in Egypt, speaks on U.S. policy in the region. A new treatment for miscarriage is mired in abortion debate.
