A Dutch Holiday Tradition: Protesting A Christmas Character In Blackface
The figure at the center of the controversy is Zwarte Piet – Black Pete – often portrayed by people who don Afro wigs and paint their faces black.
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Cuba Extends Internet To Mobile Phones, Promising New Access
It was only 10 years ago that the Castro government lifted its ban that prohibited regular citizens from buying computers. Today, phones are a key method of accessing the Internet in Cuba.
South Korea Sends 1st Train In Plan To Reconnect With North
The two Koreas have taken another remarkable step toward linking up — by train.
Ethiopia's Prime Minister Takes Strides In Solidifying Peace With Eritrea
Ethiopia's new Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed has lifted the state of emergency, released thousands of political prisoners, let dissidents return home and forged piece with neighboring Eritrea.
Authorities Lift Tsunami Warning For South Pacific Islands After Massive Quake
The magnitude 7.6 temblor prompted fears that a tsunami might strike Vanuatu and the French territory of New Caledonia. But within hours, local officials said the worst of the danger had passed.
Denmark's Latest Stand Against 'Undesirable' Migrants: Ship Them To An Island
Lawmakers have agreed to send rejected refugees or those with criminal records to an uninhabited island once used to test diseased animals.
Demonstrators Across Israel Protest Violence Against Women
The protesters honored women killed in 2018, and called for the government to take action. They used empty shoes and posed as victims in graphic displays.
Journalist Flies Home To The Philippines To Face Arrest Warrant, Posts Bail
Maria Ressa, the head of Rappler, an online news outlet known to criticize the Philippine government, was charged with tax evasion. "I will do what I need to do to face all of this," she said.
Why 'Crazy Rich Asians' Missed The Mark In China's Box Offices
Crazy Rich Asians had a crazy bad opening weekend in China. NPR's Mary Louise Kelly speaks with Wall Street Journal reporter Ben Fritz about why the movie doesn't translate well.
Secretary Of State Pompeo Blasts Past U.S. Multilateralism, Defends 'America First'
Secretary of State Mike Pompeo says many of the multilateral agreements and organizations built by the U.S. and its allies after WWII are failing, and the Trump administration is charting a new course for American leadership.