U.S. Supreme Court Rules That World Bank Can Be Sued
The 7-1 decision overturns a 70-plus-year standard of immunity for the bank and its branches. Now a lawsuit filed on behalf of fisherfolk in India can go forward.
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'Spies Of No Country' Offers Nuanced Understanding Of Israel's Complexity
For half a decade, Matti Friedman has been working hard, and publicly, to dispel easy narratives about Israel. In his book about four spies, he aims to show that Israel is "more than one thing."
French Cardinal Covered Up Pedophile Accusations Against Priest, Court Says
Cardinal Philippe Barbarin — one of France's most prominent Catholic officials — says he will offer his resignation to Pope Francis in a few days.
Huawei Sues U.S. After Congress Bans Government Purchase Of Its Equipment
The Chinese telecom manufacturer argues Congress violated the U.S. Constitution when it singled out Huawei without a trial. The U.S. has warned that Huawei gear might spy on Americans for China.
Migrant Influx Puts Pressure On Resources At Southern Border
Record numbers of families are at the U.S.-Mexico border asking for asylum. The migrants have moved east from Tijuana, Mexico, and thousands are waiting south of El Paso, Texas, to cross the border.
Chinese Tech Giant Huawei Sues U.S. Over Government Ban
Chinese telecom company Huawei is suing the U.S. government, alleging Congress violated the Constitution when it singled out Huawei for punishment.
Ethiopian Family Has Hand-Fed Packs Of Hyenas For Decades
Hyenas are often portrayed as ruthless creatures. But a family in Ethiopia has been hand-feeding packs of hyenas for decades.
New Satellite Images Show Activity At North Korean Missile Testing Site
NPR's Mary Louise Kelly talks with Jeffrey Lewis, of the Middlebury Institute of International Studies, about recent satellite images that show new activity at a North Korean missile testing site.
'We're Leaving Out Of Necessity': Venezuelans Top List Of Asylum-Seekers In Spain
Spain has recorded more than 255,000 Venezuelans living in the country, with estimates even higher, as families flee the South American country in deep crisis.
North Korea Seen Reassembling Rocket Test Site
Just days after the U.S.-North Korea summit ended in stalemate, satellite images show workers have been active at the Sohae Satellite Launching Station, a partially disassembled missile test facility.