This Farmer Wants To Make Quinoa A 'Thing' In Rwanda
As a kid, Cedric Habiyaremye used to go hungry living in a refugee camp. Now, he's an aspiring plant scientist hoping to bring nutrient-rich crops to his country.
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Facebook's Mark Zuckerberg Declines To Appear Before British Parliament, Sparking Anger
British parliamentarians are angry that Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg has turned down a request to appear from a committee examining who had access to his companies data.
South Korean Officials Say They've Reached Trade Agreement With Trump Administration
Officials in South Korea say they've reached a trade agreement with the Trump administration. While U.S. trade deals typically try to lower trade barriers, this one actually creates new ones.
'They Don't Care': Whistleblower Says Cambridge Analytica Aims To Undermine Democracy
"Donald Trump makes it click in your head that this actually has a much wider impact," former Cambridge Analytica employee Christopher Wylie said of Trump's election and the misuse of data.
Kremlin Plans To Retaliate After Expulsion Of Russian Diplomats
Russia's Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov says the expulsion of Russian diplomats are the result of "colossal blackmail" by the U.S.. That so many nations are taking part, he said, shows how few truly independent countries are left in the world.
Syrian Forces Almost Finished Retaking Rebel Areas Near Damascus
The Syrian government continues to close in on the last rebel pockets of eastern Ghouta — forcing out thousands and nearly ending the opposition presence around Damascus.
Where Things Stand In Peru After Country's President Steps Down
Peru's President Pablo Kuczynski stepped down last week, ahead of an impeachment vote. He faced corruption allegations. NPR's Ailsa Chang talks with journalist Simeon Tegel about what this means for the region.
Mexico's #MeToo Faces Backlash After Celebrities Air Accusations Of Rape And Assault
Women in Mexico's entertainment industry began coming forward with accusations last month. "You speak out and they assassinate you in the media," said Mexican actress Natalia Cordova-Buckley.
Putin Says Deadly Mall Fire In Central Russia Due To 'Criminal Negligence'
Thousands gathered in Kemerovo to protest the official response to the blaze, which reportedly killed dozens of children. Four people have also reportedly been detained for questioning.
Chinese Experts Cautious About A Thaw In U.S.-North Korea Relations
If President Trump meets with North Korea's leader, one important player will be left out of the talks: China. China has welcomed the news. But privately, it has concerns about what might happen.