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.
Facebook Founder To Give Away His Fortune Through For-Profit Company
Mark Zuckerberg and his wife Priscilla Chan announced a $45 billion philanthropic pledge. Instead of using a non-profit foundation, the couple is creating a for-profit company to give away the money.
Britain's Newest National Park Struggles To Stay On The Map
The South Downs has disappeared from Google Maps four times. The park asks to be reinstated, otherwise, how will the millennials ever be able to find it?
Russia Changes Its Military Posture In Syria
After Turkey shot down a Russian plane along its border with Syria, Moscow responded with harsh rhetoric and sanctions against Turkey. It seems Russia is altering its strategy in Syria as well.
ExxonMobil, Columbia University Clash Over Student Journalists' Reports
The students' articles, published by the Los Angeles Times, helped to bring attention to whether the energy firm misled investors and the public about the risks associated with climate change.
Planet Money: AC Power Versus DC Power Grid
The nation's power grid pulses with a certain type of electricity: AC power. But our "Planet Money" team explains why some people are trying to revive the DC power grid.
'Sun-Times' Editorial Board Called For Chicago Police Superintendent's Firing
Steve Inskeep talks to Mary Mitchell, a Chicago Sun-Times columnist, about the firing of the police superintendent, a week after a video showed a white officer shooting a black teenager 16 times.
Campaign-Finance Provisions May Be Attached To Spending Bill
Sen. Mitch McConnell wants to do away with limits on how much a party committee can spend to support a candidate. Party committees are bound by contribution limits intended to prevent corruption.
