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.
Week In Politics: Senators Work On Health Care Bill While Trump Tweets
This week Republican senators postponed a vote on their health care bill but continued to make changes. Also, President Trump received bipartisan criticism for a crude tweet.
Correction: Canadian Woman Didn't Miss Out On Banana Bread
No, a Canadian woman didn't die at the age of 87 — saying her failure to make banana bread was her great regret. That story was from a satirical website.
Hannibal Buress Pays Look-Alike To Go To Movie Premiere In His Place
Comedian Hannibal Buress didn't want to go to the premiere of a new movie he was in. So he paid a look-alike $500 to go; the look-alike even got interviewed on the red carpet.
A Doctor On Rescuing Migrants In The Mediterranean Sea
Steve Inskeep speaks with Dr. Craig Spencer of Doctors Without Borders. He leads the medical team on the Aquarius, which rescued more than 1,000 migrants in the Mediterranean Sea.
German Lawmakers Vote To Legalize Same-Sex Marriage
German lawmakers voted to approve same-sex marriage Friday morning, after Chancellor Angela Merkel softened her stance against it.
Philippines' Duterte Is A Divisive Figure, Even Abroad
The first year of Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte's administration has come to a close. But Filipinos at home and in the U.S. are still deeply divided over his leadership.
Opioids As The New Big Tobacco
A wave of litigation by state attorneys general against the biggest opioid manufacturers and distributors feels reminiscent of lawsuits brought by states in the 1990s against the tobacco industry.
A New Museum Dares To Showcase Stuntman Evel Knievel
A new museum in Topeka, Kan., is dedicated to daredevil Evel Knievel. Many of Knievel's stunt bikes have been restored, and his white and blue leather suits are on display.
