A Pope's Visit May Bring Hope, But Does It Also Bring Change?
During a papal visit, the media swarm and security is intense. He speaks of issues that face the country. After he goes, is there any lasting legacy?
Africa
Tunisian President Declares State Of Emergency Following Deadly Explosion
The Tunisian President declared a state of emergency for 30 days and an overnight curfew following the explosion that ripped through a bus carrying presidential security on a main road in Tunis.
15-Year-Old Boy Is Liberia's First Ebola-Related Fatality Since July
Liberian officials announced a resurgence of the disease last week. Two of the boy's family members reportedly also have tested positive for the disease.
How Do You Keep Vaccines Cool? Try Spacecraft Insulation
Typically, if a vaccine is not kept cold, it doesn't work. And that's a big problem in hot spots. A new cooler seems to do the trick — without electricity!
Mali Attack Highlights Underlying Connections Between Terror Groups In Africa
NPR's Ari Shapiro talks to retired Gen. Carter Ham, former head of U.S. Africa Command, about U.S. military efforts to counter jihadist groups in Africa.
Obama Administration Urged To Do More After ISIS Terror Attacks
With four major terrorist events in the past month, the Obama administration is under increasing pressure to bring more U.S. military might into the fight against ISIS and other terror organizations.
Latest Attack On Mali Is 'Different' This Time
NPR's Rachel Martin speaks with Malian student Assoumane Maiga about the situation in his country after the deadly hotel attack last Friday. Maiga's wife and family live in Bamako.
The Mali Hotel Assault: The Day After
The residents of Bamako, Mali, are in shock after Friday's deadly terrorist attack on a hotel, for which an al-Qaida linked group has claimed responsibility.
Mali Hunts More Suspects In Extremists' Deadly Attack On Hotel
One day after gunmen attacked the Radisson Blu hotel in Mali's capital and killed at least 19 people, the authorities are looking for at least three suspects, in addition to the two who died Friday.
Who Is Behind The Mali Attack?
Gunmen stormed a hotel in Mali, killing more than 10 people. NPR's Scott Simon speaks to Geoff Porter, President of North Africa Risk Consulting, about who has taken responsibility for the attack.