Pot Is Now Legal In Canada. But Admitting To Using It Can Get You Banned From The U.S.
Canadians say they are being asked at the U.S. border whether they have ever used marijuana. Some were surprised at the result.
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'It Is Time To End This Conflict': U.S. Calls For Cease-Fire In Yemen
Top Trump administration officials said they're seeking a halt to hostilities in the war-torn country — and that they'd like to see it within 30 days, to open the door for more permanent peace talks.
Louis Cha, Who Wrote Beloved Chinese Martial Arts Novels As Jin Yong, Dies
He's been called China's Tolkien, its Martin, its Rowling — all in one. With his adventure stories rooted in ancient China, Louis Cha gave life to decades' worth of martial arts films.
Pakistan's High Court Acquits Asia Bibi, Christian Woman On Death Row For Blasphemy
The woman, a 51-year-old illiterate farmhand, was convicted in 2010 after an argument with her Muslim co-workers. The country's religious right has called for her execution.
Afghan Army Helicopter Crashes, Killing All 25 On Board
The helicopter was carrying provincial government officials when it went down on Wednesday. The Taliban have claimed responsibility, according to multiple reports.
In England, Southampton Community Rallies To Help Bookstore Move Locations
October Books in Southampton, England, threatened by rising rents, managed to buy its own property. When it came time to move, more than 200 supporters created a human chain to move the books.
Indonesian Rescuers Detect 'Ping,' Believe They've Located Crashed Plane
Remains of dozens of people have been recovered in the aftermath of the crash of the plane with 189 aboard. Searchers have located a large object underwater that could be the plane's fuselage.
Pakistan's Supreme Court Overturns Blasphemy Conviction
Pakistan's Supreme Court has overturned the blasphemy conviction of a Christian woman who had been sentenced to death for insulting the Prophet Muhammad.
News Brief: Trump Visits Pittsburgh, Americans Divided On #MeToo, Pakistan Blasphemy Case
After a visit to Pittsburgh, President Trump resumes campaigning tonight in Florida. Also, new NPR-Ipsos polls show the country deeply divided on sexual assault and harassment.
China Tests A 'Social Credit Score'
China is testing a new plan to make it easier for citizens do business, but also to help them trust each other more. It's called the social credit score.