Massachusetts judge faces judicial board for allegedly aiding migrant 7 years ago
A Massachusetts judge is fighting to keep her job after being accused of helping a migrant evade immigration enforcement agents seven years ago. She faces a judicial conduct board on Monday.
Rowdy Soccer Fans Get An Offer To Be Civilized
When rowdy soccer fans clashed with riot police in Rome a few weeks ago, the mayor was furious. As a punishment, game tickets for some matches include free entry to museums so they could get cultured.
Atlantic Coast Conference Mascots Face Off Without Otto The Orange
Syracuse University is being investigated for possible NCAA violations. In February, the school announced a self-imposed ban on post-season basketball, which apparently included the ACC mascot game.
India's Prime Minister Makes A Swing Through Indian Ocean Nations
Narendra Modi aims to deepen India's strategic footprint. China has been investing in the islands, raising concern in New Delhi that India is being challenged in its own backyard.
Does NCAA Ban On Paying Student Athletes Violate Federal Law?
The top college basketball teams face off next week in the NCAA tournament. And, a panel of judges will hear arguments over whether colleges should be allowed to pay basketball and football players.
Like The Israeli-Palestinian Peace Process, Area C Is Complicated
We journey the rugged hills and windy roads of what's known as Area C. It comprises most of the Israeli-occupied West Bank — it's where Israelis and Palestinians rub shoulders as closely as anywhere.
ISIS Gains Ground In Libya; Takes Over Port City Of Surt
Steve Inskeep talks to David Kilpatrick of The New York Times, who reports that Libya has become so chaotic that a door has been opened for the self-proclaimed Islamic State to expand in the country.
Twitter Updates Policy To Combat Revenge Porn
Twitter has a new privacy policy. The company says if someone posts a photo or video that is intimate in nature, they have to have permission from whoever is featured in it.
Plans To Explore For Oil Offshore Worry East Coast Residents
With memories of the massive BP spill still fresh, residents are hoping to stop offshore drilling and underwater seismic testing. Industry leaders say they follow rules meant to protect wildlife.
Moscow City Hall Offers Handyman Services
City officials are offering poorer residents a "husband for an hour" to fix a leaky faucet or to put up shelves, for example. The service is already a hit in the private sector.