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.
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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.
Democratic Sen. Robert Menendez Reacts To Briefing On Killing Of Jamal Khashoggi
NPR's Mary Louise Kelly speaks with Sen. Robert Menendez, D-N.J., who attended Tuesday's briefing by CIA Director Gina Haspel regarding the death of Saudi journalist Jamal Khashoggi.
'Peace Is Everything': Ethiopia And Eritrea Embrace Open Border After Long Conflict
In July, the countries declared the war was over; a couple of months later, they opened their border for the first time in almost 20 years. Some analysts caution big changes are coming too quickly.
Catholic News Service's Hanukkah Tweet Shows Ancient Jewish Temple's Destruction
A relief showed Roman soldiers carrying the spoils of the war, including a menorah from the destroyed ancient Temple of Jerusalem. Observers noted the problematic image.
Senators: Saudi Crown Prince Was Behind Killing Of Jamal Khashoggi
The lawmakers emerged from a CIA briefing and said they were convinced that Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman was responsible. One said if there was a trial, he would be convicted "in 30 minutes."
Iraqi And U.S. Militaries Step Up Operations In Iraq Against ISIS
In Iraq, ISIS was forced from cities and towns over a year ago and largely defeated. But U.S. and Iraqi forces are still trying to track down the remnants of the group in remote areas.