Why The U.S. Ranks At The Bottom In A Foreign Aid Index
In a newly published index, the Center for Global Development assesses the quantity and quality of aid from 27 wealthy countries.
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Woman Rides Bicycle To 183.9 MPH — A New World Record
Denise Mueller-Korenek, 45, has become the fastest human ever to ride a bicycle over open ground, racing in the draft provided by a dragster.
Kim Hosts South Korea's Moon For Summit Talks In Pyongyang
It's the third meeting between South Korean President Moon Jae-in and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un — and the first to take place outside of the "truce village" of Panmunjom, on the border.
Paris Plunges Deeper Into Potty Talk With New Appeal Against Public Urination
A new video flush with toilet humor is the latest roll-out in Paris's campaign aimed at urging people — mainly men — not to foul its streets and monuments.
China Sets Tariffs On $60 Billion In U.S. Goods, Retaliating Against U.S. Duties
Hours after President Trump announced tariffs on $200 billion in Chinese goods, Beijing responded with its own levies on $60 billion worth of U.S. products.
German Doctors Say It's 'Highly Plausible' Pussy Riot Activist Was Poisoned
Physicians in Berlin say that anti-Kremlin activist Pyotr Verzilov's illness does not appear to be caused by infection or disease. But they could not confirm what he was poisoned with, or by whom.
Despite Dangers, Intimidation, Guatemalans Still Seek A Better Life In U.S.
The Trump administration's immigration policies are designed to convince migrants to not cross the border illegally. But poverty and lack of opportunities in Guatemala continue to push people north.
White House Adviser Navarro On Why U.S. Hit China With More Tariffs
The Trump administration is imposing $200 billion in new tariffs on China, which plans to retaliate. Steve Inskeep talks to White House adviser Peter Navarro about the escalating trade war.
India's Carnatic Singers Face Backlash For Performing Non-Hindu Songs
Some fans of Carnatic singing, a type of South Indian classical music rooted in Hinduism, are angry with performers who've adapted and performed Christian songs.
Trump Hits China With Another Round Of Import Tariffs
With President Trump imposing new tariffs on $200 billion in Chinese goods, China has promised to retaliate. Steve Inskeep talks to Jake Parker of the U.S.-China Business Council about what to expect.