Study: Why Pedestrians In India Need To Be Very, Very Cautious
A new study finds that the government count of pedestrian deaths may be far too low. Our writer shares a very personal perspective.
Global Health
It Takes A Village To Determine The Origins Of An African Proverb
Hillary Clinton mentioned the "village" saying. Cory Booker warned of the dangers of going it alone. Are these really African proverbs, as the speakers claim? We ask the experts.
Your Thoughts: What Does It Mean To Be A 'Feminist' In Your Country?
How do the belief systems, cultural traditions and ideas shape your view of how a woman should exercise her rights? Tell us with the hashtag #FeminismInMyCountry.
Malawi's 'Hyena' Men: Paid By Parents To Have Sex With Their Daughters
This week, a "hyena" man was arrested in Malawi for having sex with more than 100 women and girls, some as young as 12. We ask the experts to tell us more about this practice.
Americans Are Shrinking, While Chinese And Koreans Sprout Up
A massive study looks at how heights around the world have changed over the past century.
Swaziland's Secret Weapon Against Child Abuse: Grandmothers
In 2008, it ranked as one of the worst African countries for child abuse. Now it's one of the 10 best in protecting its kids. How did Swaziland do it?
Kidnapping Is A Rising Concern For Aid Workers Around The World
A court award of half a million dollars to a kidnapped aid worker — and an increase in kidnappings — has spurred humanitarian groups to create better security plans.
Health Officials Investigate Two Possible Cases Of Zika Virus Outbreak In Florida
Federal officials investigate the first two cases of Zika that may have been contracted in southern Florida. NPR's Elise Hu and Michaeleen Doucleff discuss the new findings and their possible impact.
The HIV Trap: A Woman's Lack Of Control
AIDS is the biggest killer of young women in southern Africa, where many are sexually abused. The CEO of a nonprofit is trying to tip the balance to women with an unlikely tool: a vaginal ring.
The Sole Doctor In The Hospital Shoulders The Burden Of HIV
Dr. Marlen Baroso works at the health center in Beira, a port city in Mozambique. She treats patients with ailments, accident victims, women in labor — and thousands of people with HIV.