Israel Speeds Up Underground Border Wall To Block Gaza Tunnels
The Israeli military says the 40-mile barrier will run along the country's border with the Gaza Strip in an effort to thwart attacks by Palestinian militants.
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A Dozen Camels Disqualified From Saudi Beauty Pageant Over Botox Injections
A veterinarian was caught performing plastic surgery to make the dromedaries' ears more delicate before the King Abdulaziz Camel Festival, which awards more than $31 million to owners of prize camels.
Gunmen Attack Save The Children Office In Afghanistan
At least three people have been killed and 25 injured. The aid group has announced it will suspend operations in the country. NPR's Steve Inskeep talked to Jennifer Glasse, a reporter in Afghanistan.
Pakistani Authorities Arrest Suspect In Rape And Murder Of Young Girl
Pakistan police have detained a man suspected in the rape and murder of a young girl named Zainab. Her body was found on a trash heap. The death provoked widespread rioting in her hometown.
News Brief: Republicans Rally Behind Nunes Memo, Trump Heads To Davos
Republicans want to release a memo prepared by Rep. Devin Nunes about alleged abuses by the intelligence community. Also, President Trump is heading to the World Economic Forum in Switzerland.
Newlyweds Separated By Bureaucracy
The Trump administration has slowed the flow of refugees to the U.S. to historically low levels. That has left many families in limbo. This is the story of newlyweds who are now on two continents.
CIA Director Offers A Window Into Trump's Morning Routine
When the sun rises over Washington, President Trump is often watching Fox News and tweeting. He also gets a briefing most mornings by CIA Director Mike Pompeo, who explained in a speech how it works.
Trump Aims To Play Salesman During Davos Economic Forum
President Trump travels to a global summit in Switzerland this week. He'll promote his "America First" policies and also meet with leaders of Israel, the U.K. and the African Union.
Why Are U.S. Allies Killing Each Other In Syria?
The U.S. partners with both Turkey and the Syrian Kurdish group that the Turkish are attacking.
Pakistan Raises Its Guard After Two Polio Vaccinators Are Gunned Down
We talk to a key official in the country's anti-polio effort to learn more about the slaying — and its impact on the campaign to wipe out the disease.