Comparing International Health Care To The U.S.
Host A Martinez talks with economist John Appleby about examples of different health care systems in Europe, and we look at the system in Spain in particular.
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Hot, Dry Madrid Aims For A Cooler, Greener Future
A huge, vertical garden covering the wall of Madrid's CaixaForum is both a work of art and something practical for the environment. It's among several steps the city has taken to fight climate change.
Venezuelan Opposition Leader Released From Prison, Placed Under House Arrest
Prominent Venezuelan opposition leader Leopoldo Lopez has been released from prison and put on house arrest after spending three years behind bars for leading anti-government protests.
G-20 Hamburg: U.S. Stands Alone On Summit's Key Issues
World leaders wrapped up the G-20 summit on Friday. NPR's Michel Martin talks with Jeff Rathke of the Center for Strategic and International Studies about what was accomplished at this year's meeting.
On Final Day, G-20 Summit Draws Largest Turnout Of Protestors
The G-20 meeting was marked by many days of violence, with scores of protesters and riot police facing off in the streets. Saturday's march, which was peaceful, was the largest display yet.
Trump And Mexico's President Talk Need For Guest Worker Program
Dallas Morning News reporter Alfredo Corchado talks with NPR's Michel Martin about President Trump's meeting with President Enrique Pena Nieto at the G-20 summit amid tensions over the border wall.
Amelia Earhart's Travel Menu Relied On Three Rules And People's Generosity
The question American women often asked Earhart was what she ate during her long flights. She said she used three rules for her in-flight menu. Once on the ground, she relied on people's generosity.
G-20 Hamburg: Tens Of Thousands Demonstrate On Summit's Last Day
Huge and peaceful marches on Saturday followed a night of rioting and looting. More than 200 officers have been injured, Hamburg police say.
Unhappy Anniversary, South Sudan
On Sunday, South Sudan marks six years as independent country. Between its civil war and humanitarian crisis, things are so bad that anniversary celebrations were canceled.
Venezuelan Court Lets Opposition Leader Leave Prison Under House Arrest
Leopoldo López, 46, has been serving a nearly 14-year prison term after leading demonstrations against the embattled President Nicolas Maduro.