News

Stock and bond markets have been roiled by concerns about trade tensions and the economy.

Economy

Dow Drops 799 Points, As Topsy-Turvy Interest Rates Boost Recession Fears

5:33pm December 04, 2018

by Jim Zarroli

The bond market is worried the trade war, slowing global growth and a drop in oil prices are signs the economy is slowing and may be heading for a recession. Nervousness spilled over into stocks too.

Currently students of color are underrepresented in medical schools, but their numbers are slowly growing.

Health & Safety

A Push For Diversity In Medical School Is Slowly Paying Off

5:19pm December 04, 2018

by Mara Gordon

American medical schools have historically been disproportionately white, but they are starting to attract more diverse students. The change may be the result of a diversity policy with teeth.

Mezgebo, 47, found only a pile of rocks when he returned to his family home. But he began work anyway, winnowing his wheat within view of the Eritrean border.

World News

'Peace Is Everything': Ethiopia And Eritrea Embrace Open Border After Long Conflict

5:19pm December 04, 2018

by Eyder Peralta

In July, the countries declared the war was over; a couple of months later, they opened their border for the first time in almost 20 years. Some analysts caution big changes are coming too quickly.

Queue Listen Now

'Kinder Gentler Indifference': Activists Challenge George H.W. Bush's Record On AIDS

5:01pm December 04, 2018

by Camila Domonoske

The AIDS epidemic was a full-blown crisis during the presidency of George H.W. Bush. While his rhetoric was softer than that of his predecessor, Ronald Reagan, advocates say his actions fell short.

A relief under Rome's Arch of Titus, built in the first century, shows a menorah being taken away from the Temple in Jerusalem.

Catholic News Service's Hanukkah Tweet Shows Ancient Jewish Temple's Destruction

4:58pm December 04, 2018

by Laurel Wamsley

A relief showed Roman soldiers carrying the spoils of the war, including a menorah from the destroyed ancient Temple of Jerusalem. Observers noted the problematic image.

An American flag flies at half staff in front of the U.S. Capitol building.

Visitors Stream Through Capitol Rotunda As George H.W. Bush Lies In State

4:55pm December 04, 2018

by Brian Naylor

The 41st president, who died Friday at the age of 94, will lie in state until Wednesday.

CIA Director Gina Haspel departs the Capitol Rotunda after visiting the flag-draped casket of former President George H.W. Bush as he lies in state in Washington.

Senators: Saudi Crown Prince Was Behind Killing Of Jamal Khashoggi

4:30pm December 04, 2018

by Greg Myre

The lawmakers emerged from a CIA briefing and said they were convinced that Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman was responsible. One said if there was a trial, he would be convicted "in 30 minutes."

The hacking was first detected in April, but top GOP officials, including House Speaker Paul Ryan, weren't notified about the attack until Monday, when reporters began asking questions.

Politics & Government

House GOP Campaign Arm Says It Was Hacked During The 2018 Election Cycle

4:22pm December 04, 2018

by Jessica Taylor

The National Republican Congressional Committee said that it has reported a "cyber intrusion" to the FBI that may have imperiled its data. It's not clear who's responsible.

Emile Ratelband, 69, answers journalists' questions on Monday in Amsterdam. An Amsterdam court rejected his request to legally change his age to 49.

World News

Dutch Man Loses Bid To Change His Age, Plans To Appeal

3:45pm December 04, 2018

by Camila Domonoske

Emile Ratelband, 69, says he feels 20 years younger, and he had asked a court to allow him to change his legal age accordingly. He lost his case, but plans to appeal.

The city of Del Mar, Calif., located about 20 miles north of downtown San Diego, has voted against a formal policy of "managed retreat" from rising seas.

'Retreat' Is Not An Option As A California Beach Town Plans For Rising Seas

3:36pm December 04, 2018

by Nathan Rott

Tens of millions of U.S. homes are threatened by rising seas. Communities across the country are planning for that future, but there are challenges to even having the discussion.