France Moves To Ban Smartphones In Schools
The French government has banned cellphones in school, fulfilling a promise made by Emmanuel Macron during his presidential campaign. In one middle school, it's had mixed effects.
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Opinion: Lessons From Bosnia
In his essay this week, NPR's Scott Simon reflects on his time spent covering the war in Bosnia and what we might learn now.
How A Lost Boy From Sudan Found His True Calling In The U.S.
Everyone has a story. Jacob Atem, who fled Sudan as a child, told his at a Baltimore event. It's horrific, heartbreaking — and ultimately inspiring.
U.S. Is About To Reinstate Iran Sanctions. Here's What That Means
Come Monday, the Trump administration plans to restore the full measure of sanctions that were lifted with the Iran nuclear deal. You probably have questions about the situation. We have answers.
Nigerian Army Cites Trump In Its Defense Of Killing Protesters
The U.S. president's words encouraging soldiers to open fire at rock-throwing migrants appeared in a tweet from Nigeria's military, which has reportedly shot at Shiite demonstrators.
Tanzanian Leader Launches Anti-Gay Crackdown, Expects to Round Up Hundreds
"Report them to me," Paul Makonda, Regional Commissioner of Der Es Salaam urged the public on Monday. Days later he announced a new surveillance squad will begin arresting people next week.
Friends Of Journalist Jamal Khashoggi Make Fresh Calls For Justice In His Killing
A group calling for justice held a memorial for slain Saudi journalist Jamal Khashoggi on Friday in Washington, D.C. His fiancée delivered a video tribute from Istanbul.
Trump Administration Plans To Re-Impose Sanctions On Sales Of Iranian Oil
The Trump administration insists it is not pushing for regime change in Iran, just a change in behavior. But the State Department's messaging is clearly aimed at encouraging protesters in the country.
Inside Gaza's Factory Making Prosthetic Legs For Palestinian Protest Amputees
As many as 75 Palestinians have needed a leg amputation after suffering Israeli gunshot wounds at Gaza border protests, according to the Artificial Limbs and Polio Center in Gaza City.
How A Dog Could Stop The Global Spread Of Malaria
One scientist is training the ultimate disease watchdogs — canines that can smell the disease's parasites living inside a person's blood.