Trump-backed candidate wins Poland's presidential election
What does Poland's presidential election result mean for the country's place in Europe and the world? NPR's Steve Inskeep asks Polish political analyst Andrzej Bobinski.
Plans Are Announced To Privatize Puerto Rico's Electric Utility
Gov. Ricardo Rossello announced plans Monday to privatize the island's troubled electric utility. In a speech, he said the process of selling off the public utility's assets would begin in days.
Frozen Ball Of Human Waste Falls From Sky
When scientists examined the 20 pound rock, they determine it probably was not a meteor. Officials believe it is a frozen ball of excrement and are having samples tested.
News Brief: Government Reopens, Deal Goes Through Feb. 8
The government shutdown is over but there is still a lot to be worked out in the coming weeks. The deal gives lawmakers until Feb. 8 to reach an agreement on government spending and immigration.
Even In The Days Of Tinder, Old-School Matchmakers Are Needed
Los Angeles attorney Kat McClain explains why she gave up on dating sites and hired a matchmaking service. That path led her back to dating apps — and to a match she might not have met otherwise.
World's Most Influential People Gather For Davos Economic Forum
From Switzerland, Washington Post foreign affairs writer Ishaan Tharoor talks to Rachel Martin about what entrepreneurs, politicians, artists and thinkers are talking about this year.
Victims Of Neo-Nazi Troll Storm Find Recourse Difficult
When neo-Nazi trollers descended on a small Jewish community in Montana, the rabbi and others endured cyber-bullying. There is a lawsuit but it's unclear whether there is much recourse for victims.
Pence: U.S. Embassy Will Open In Jerusalem Before End Of 2019
Vice President Mike Pence spoke Monday at the Israeli Knesset about the Trump administration's decision to recognize Jerusalem as Israel's capital and about Israel working toward peace with Palestine.
DACA Activist Weighs In On The Partial Government Shutdown
The Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program is a major sticking point in the government shutdown. David Greene talks to Cristina Jimenez, a DACA activist and former dreamer, about the program.