Meet The 2 Men Driving The War In Ethiopia
Abiy Ahmed, the prime minister of Ethiopia, is claiming victory after three weeks of war. The rebel leader, however, says it's not over.
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IRS Says Its Own Error Sent $1,200 Stimulus Checks To Non-Americans Overseas
The IRS now says its own error caused thousands of non-Americans living overseas to mistakenly receive $1,200 stimulus checks — and the mistake could happen again if more stimulus money goes out.
Scores Killed In Massacre Of Farmers In Nigeria
Residents say scores of agricultural workers were slaughtered in Borno state on Saturday. Boko Haram is active in the area.
Nobel Peace Prize Winner To Belligerent Warmaker: Ethiopia Under Abiy Ahmed
In Ethiopia, the 2019 winner of the Nobel Peace Prize is now embroiled in a blood war. So, what happened to Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed?
Ethiopian Prime Minister Orders Attack In Tigray Region
Ethiopia's prime minister says he has ordered an attack on militia members in the Tigray region. This followed the expiration of a 72-hour ultimatum.
Under Trump, New Anti-Abortion Rules Shook Fragile Health Systems Around the World
President-elect Joe Biden inherits a global health landscape changed by the Trump administration more than under any Republican president since Ronald Reagan.
Battle Over Ethiopia's Defiant Northwest Region Of Tigray Ramps Up
Ethiopia's prime minister has given the rebellious region a deadline to surrender or his forces would assault the capital. Fears of a humanitarian crisis grow.
Somalia's Strongest Tropical Cyclone Ever Recorded Could Drop 2 Years' Rain In 2 Days
Tropical Cyclone Gati made landfall in Somalia on Sunday. It's the first recorded instance of a hurricane-strength system hitting the country.
'Slow Down,' 'Don't Quit': Advice From 7 Women Who Overcame Their Pandemic Struggles
Nominated by NPR readers, we highlight the story of seven women who overcame personal struggles through the pandemic – and how they found the strength to pull through.
Ugandan Presidential Candidate Discusses Protests Following His Arrest
Protests turned violent this week following the arrest of Ugandan activist and presidential contender Bobi Wine. NPR's Scott Simon speaks with Wine about his campaign.