Taiwan Monitors How China Deals With Hong Kong Protesters
Concerns that China might crackdown on Hong Kong have Taiwan determined to maintain its own autonomy. Chinese leaders have long hoped to bring Taiwan under their control.
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Israel Banning U.S. Reps. Had A Political Cost, U.S. Jewish Advocacy Group Says
NPR's Rachel Martin talks to David Harris, CEO of the American Jewish Committee, about Israel's decision to bar two U.S. congresswomen. Israel will now grant Rep. Rashida Tlaib a visa.
Liechtenstein Celebrates Its 300th Anniversary
The small European country has about 38,000 residents. For its national holiday, Prince Hans-Adam II had a garden party at his castle, and lucky Liechtensteiners celebrated with their head of state.
India's Troops Keep Kashmir Cut Off From The Outside World
NPR's Rachel Martin talks to Saaliq Sheikh, a reporter for The Associated Press, about the Indian government's on-going lockdown of Kashmir.
Restaurant Owners Grapple With Hiring Undocumented Immigrants
The Immigration and Customs Enforcement raids at chicken processing plants in Mississippi last week raised an old debate: Who will do these jobs if not immigrant workers?
News Brief: Trump Rally, Israel Controversy, Immigrant Workers
President Trump campaigns in New Hampshire. Israel reverses ban on U.S. Rep. Rashida Tlaib. And, U.S. employers say they have no choice but to rely on immigrants for low-paying jobs.
North Korea Calls Off Further Talks With South, Launches More Projectiles
Following a speech by South Korean President Moon Jae-in vowing to reunify the Koreas, Pyongyang said it would no longer pursue peace with Seoul.
Reps. Omar And Tlaib Barred From Visiting Israel After Trump Supports A Ban
Israeli officials reversed a decision to allow Democratic Reps. Ilhan Omar and Rashida Tlaib to visit the country. The two have been vocal critics of the Israeli government.
Court In Gibraltar Releases Iranian Oil Tanker Despite U.S. Bid To Keep It In Port
A judge in Gibraltar has ordered the release of an Iranian oil tanker despite a last minute appeal by the Trump administration.
Israel Says It Won't Allow Reps. Ilhan Omar And Rashida Tlaib To Enter Country
Israel says it won't allow Congresswomen Ilhan Omar and Rashida Tlaib to enter the country for a trip they have planned for this weekend.