Anti-Immigrant Party Disrupts Sweden's Usual Politics
Sweden holds a general election on Sunday and the country's usually calm political landscape could be disrupted by strong support for a populist, anti-immigrant party.
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Singing In The Shower To Help Save Cape Town's Water
In late 2017, the South African city — hit by a historic drought — faced the possibility it would have to shut off its water supply within six months. A musical challenge helped avert that disaster.
Officials Find A Mass Grave In Mexico
The burial site contains at least 166 skulls and more remains may be uncovered. But family members of people who disappeared are distrustful of how the site is being managed.
Angered Protesters In Basra Torch Iranian Consulate
Frustrated that the oil-rich Iraqi city hasn't provided clean water, steady electricity and jobs, demonstrators set fire this week to government buildings as well as political and militia offices.
New Cuts In Medical Aid To Palestinians By Trump Administration
President Trump said he's trying to pressure the Palestinians into negotiating a peace deal with Israel. The aid had covered critical care for Palestinians at Jerusalem hospitals.
A 55-Square-Mile Wind Farm Is Now Operating Off England's Shore
The owners say it's the largest offshore wind farm in the world. Each of its 87 turbines stands more than twice as tall as the Statue of Liberty.
Front-Runner In Brazil's Presidential Race Hospitalized After Being Stabbed
Jair Bolsonaro, the front-runner in Brazil's upcoming presidential election is in serious condition at a hospital after being stabbed in the stomach while campaigning.
Sweden Says So Long To Country's Shared Twitter Account
The time has come to an end for the @sweden Twitter account. As NPR reported in 2015, it was passed from person to person each week.
Many In Syria Worried That Government Is Preparing To Launch Assault On Idlib Region
The fate of close to 3 million Syrians living in the Idlib region hangs in the balance as leaders of Iran, Russia and Turkey met in Tehran to discuss the situation on Friday, while U.N. diplomats met in New York.
Turbulence Roils Emerging Markets In The Shadow Of A Strengthened U.S. Dollar
India's currency hit an all-time low Wednesday, not long after currencies in Turkey and Argentina slid to their own record lows. But one major reason why is not to be found in emerging markets at all.