Why did Israel strike Iran? An Israeli politician and a U.S.-Iran expert weigh in
NPR's Steve Inskeep speaks with Israel's U.N. Ambassador Danny Danon about his country's strikes.
Greek Finance Minister Gets A Chance To Fix Beleaguered Economy
Greece has been renegotiating its bailout deal with the European Union. The man guiding the country is new finance minister Yanis Varoufakis. A few years ago he was working for a video game company.
French Authorities Pursue Drones Spotted Flying Over Paris
Small drones have been seen flying illegally above high-security landmarks in Paris recently. Officials say they don't pose much risk, but the city is still on edge after the Charlie Hebdo attack.
Indonesia's New President Runs Into Political Challenges
Just over three months in office, there are serious questions as to whether Joko Widodo can stand up to the national political elites and their vested interests.
Planned Netanyahu Speech To Congress Continues To Cause Political Uproar
At the heart of the dispute is an Obama administration effort to negotiate a nuclear deal with Iran and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's efforts to derail it.
U.S. Steps Up Commitment To Fight Malaria
The Obama administration on Wednesday announced a six-year extension of a program to combat malaria around the globe.
An Uneventful Week In Sports Could Still Go Down In History
NASCAR is suspending a driver accused of domestic violence, and the NFL is considering allowing two teams to share a stadium? Sports commentator Frank Deford is pleased.
FIFA Panel Recommends 2022 World Cup Be Played In Winter
The 2022 FIFA World Cup will be played in Qatar. Soccer's championship is typically played over the summer, but temperatures in Qatar during that season can exceed 110 degrees Fahrenheit.
Turkish Web Entrepreneurs Boost Luxembourg's Tech Profile
Seeking to raise its high-tech profile, the tiny country of Luxembourg looks to Turkey for startup pitches. Turks are trying to make a mark in the international high-tech community.
Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel Faces Runoff In April
Mayor Rahm Emanuel fell short of the votes he needed to be re-elected during the city's non-partisan municipal election. He will face Cook County Commissioner Jesus Garcia in a runoff in early April.