App Helps Syrian Refugees Adapt To Life Away From Home
A Syrian refugee has developed a phone app and website to help refugees get information on services and seek other help in their long journeys in limbo.
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Iran Nuclear Negotiations Continue Past Deadline
The U.S. says enough progress has been made in talks with Iran to warrant an extension of Tuesday's self-imposed deadline. Secretary of State Kerry remains in Switzerland for another day.
Iran Nuclear Talks: Kerry Will Remain In Switzerland For Another Day
The State Department said talks over reaching a framework deal on Iran's nuclear program are progressing, but the sides have "not reached a political understanding."
Iranian Nuclear Talks Continue Past Deadline
Six world powers and Iran will extend their deadline by a day to form a preliminary nuclear agreement.
Saudi Arabian Airstrikes Create Dangerous Situation In Yemen
NPR's Robert Siegel speaks with Farea Al-Muslimi, who is reporting for NPR in the Yemeni capital of Sanaa and is also a visiting scholar with the Carnegie Foundation.
Iran Nuclear Talks Deadline Will Be Extended By A Day, U.S. Says
The deadline for a framework agreement to curb Iran's nuclear program — and ease economic sanctions — was 6 p.m. ET Tuesday. The U.S. said enough progress had been made to warrant an extension.
Making Cheese In The Land Of The Bible: Add Myrrh And A Leap Of Faith
Spring in the West Bank means Bedouin herders' ewes and nanny goats are full of milk — and cheese making abounds. The traditional method relies on a few simple ingredients and a long cultural memory.
Obama Releases Frozen Military Aid To Egypt
Delivery of the F-16s, Harpoon missiles and M1A1 Abrams tank kits was suspended in 2013 after a military-backed coup. The White House cited national security as the reason for its decision today.
Iran Nuclear Talks Bog Down As Tuesday Deadline Approaches
Talks aimed at limiting Iran's nuclear program to peaceful purposes continue. An Iranian negotiator is quoted as rejecting the idea that Iran would ship some of its nuclear fuel out of the country.
Negotiations Over Iran's Nuclear Program Come Down To The Wire
We'll know later on Tuesday whether negotiators met their deadline to reach a deal. Steve Inskeep talks to Joseph Cirincione, president of Ploughshares Fund, about the root of distrust with Iran.