Morning News Brief
Results are in for primary elections that were held in Arizona and Florida. NAFTA negotiations are underway in Washington, D.C. And, President Trump accuses Google of suppressing conservative voices.
World News
Venezuelans Are Continuing To Leave Their Country By Any Means Necessary
As hyperinflation, food and medicine shortages and joblessness have worsened, Venezuelans are leaving in record numbers. Many South American countries have tightened their borders to stem the influx.
Prime Minister Theresa May Pledges $5.1 Billion In Investment In Africa
The move, aimed at strengthening global partnerships post-Brexit, will mark a fundamental shift in focus from short-term poverty reduction to long-term economic growth.
In France, Man Arrested After Video of Harassment Goes Viral
The video shows a man punching a woman in front of a Paris cafe. French media reports the assailant was taken into police custody after leaving a hospital where he was receiving unrelated treatment.
French Environment Minister Quits In Live Interview: 'World Is Not Doing Enough'
"I don't want to give the illusion that my presence in government means we're answering these issues properly," Nicolas Hulot said, criticizing President Emmanuel Macron's environmental policies.
For $450, This Japanese Company Will Quit Your Job For You
Workers in Japan who want to leave their jobs — but don't want to face the stress of quitting in person — are turning to a company called Exit.
Anti-Immigrant Protest Turns Violent In Eastern German City Of Chemnitz
The rally had right-wing protesters, some thrusting Nazi salutes, as well as leftist counterprotesters. It was triggered by the arrest of a Syrian and Iraqi man in connection with a fatal stabbing.
China's Newest Aircraft Carrier, 'Type 001A,' Reportedly Begins Sea Trials
The vessel, China's second aircraft carrier and the first to be domestically produced, is expected to spend up to a year in sea trials before being handed over to the Chinese navy for commissioning.
U.N. Experts: Some Saudi-Led Airstrikes In Yemen Could Be War Crimes
A report for the U.N. Human Rights Council says the Western-backed coalition has carried out indiscriminate airstrikes on schools, hospitals, markets and residential areas.
After 25 Years It Was Time To Rebalance NAFTA, Navarro Says
Steve Inskeep talks to Peter Navarro, White House trade policy adviser, about a tentative pact the Trump administration forged with Mexico to update NAFTA. Scott Horsley weighs in on the conversation.