Finland Takes Olympic Chill To The Next Level: Team Knitting
During the weekend's slopestyle competition, Finnish snowboarding coach Antti Koskinen was casually knitting at the top of the course.
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Israeli Police Push For Prime Minister Netanyahu's Indictment On Corruption Charges
After more than a year of investigations into bribery, fraud and breach-of-trust allegations, officials have recommended that prosecutors pursue the cases.
Bill Gates Addresses 'Tough Questions' On Poverty And Power
The billionaire philanthropist says the country needs a simpler system to help the poor navigate housing, health care and job opportunities.
Refugee Boy Makes Magic Out Of Plastic And String
In a bleak Rohingya refugee camp in Bangladesh, a 10-year-old boy has found a way to bring joy to other kids.
Israeli Police Recommend Corruption Charges Against Prime Minister Netanyahu
Israeli police announced that they're recommending Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu face charges for corruption. Prosecutors will now decide whether to file a case, but Netanyahu says the police are biased against him.
White House Wants To Cut U.S. Spending That's Helping Save Lives In South Sudan
The world's newest nation, South Sudan, is teetering on the brink of famine in the midst of a civil conflict. The man who runs the United Nations mission there came to Washington, D.C., hoping for continued U.S. help to put the country back on track.
South Africa's Ruling Party Demands That Country's President Resign
The ruling party in South Africa has demanded the country's scandal-tainted president resign immediately "for the sake of the country." President Jacob Zuma, who is facing multiple corruption allegations, has not yet responded to the demand.
Military Trial Opens For 17-Year-Old Palestinian Activist
Ahed Tamimi is accused of assaulting Israeli soldiers outside her home. For many Palestinians, she has become a symbol of resistance. For many Israelis, she is a provocateur.
Liberal Pakistanis Reclaim 'Shrinking Space' For Expression At Karachi Lit Fest
The annual, Oxford University Press-produced literature festival showcases books, music and open debate of Pakistan's problems.
'How To Think Like An Anthropologist' — And Why You Should Want To
In step with Matthew Engelke's book published Tuesday, Barbara J. King says thinking anthropologically has never been more critical than in today's world, where assumptions are made and shared widely.