Albania Rocked By 6.4 Magnitude Earthquake, Killing At Least 18
"Significant damage is likely and the disaster is potentially widespread," the United States Geological Survey says.
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What's Wrong with the Saudi Aramco IPO?
The most profitable company in the world was supposed to make its international debut, listing public shares for the first time at a valuation of $2 trillion. Now it's staying local. What happened?
News Brief: McGahn Ruling, Impeachment Probe, Colombia Protests
Federal judge rules an ex-White House counsel must testify in the impeachment probe. Also, the view from Moscow on that inquiry. And, Colombia is entering its sixth day of planned protests.
Anti-Government Demonstrations Continue In Colombia
Protesters in Colombia took to the streets for a fifth straight day Monday, angry over economic issues, police violence and corruption. It is the latest Latin American nation to experience unrest.
China Wanted A Spy In Australia's Parliament, Reports Say
NPR's Steve Inskeep talks New York Times reporter Jamie Tarabay, who's based in Sidney, about an alleged plot by a Chinese espionage ring to install an agent for Beijing in Australia's parliament.
A 'Weak State' Threatens Democracy, William Burns Writes In 'The Atlantic'
NPR's Steve Inskeep talks to former Deputy Secretary of State William Burns on the threat of what he calls a "weak state" — where institutions of diplomacy are being hollowed out.
How Are The Impeachment Hearings Being Perceived In Russia?
President Trump and some allies have argued that Ukraine, not Russia, may be responsible for election meddling. That debunked theory runs counter to the conclusion of the intelligence community.
What The U.S. Can Learn From Free College In Chile
In 2016, Chile passed gratuidad, or "free college." As the idea gains popularity ahead of the 2020 presidential election in the U.S., Chile offers some lessons from what has happened there.
Thieves Steal Priceless Diamonds In Heist At Dresden's 'Green Vault' Museum
Saxony's art minister, Eva-Maria Stange, noted that the stolen jewelry pieces are essentially the crown jewels of Saxon kings. "They belong to Saxony," she said.
Taiwan Grapples With Immigration As Protesters From Hong Kong Look To Seek Asylum
One of the most sensitive issues in Taiwan right now is accepting protesters from Hong Kong seeking asylum in Taiwan. But Taiwan has no asylum laws, and many argue the island isn't ready.