In Polluted India, Negative Ion Necklaces Vow To Help You Breathe Easier
In India, there is money to be made fighting air pollution. NPR examines one product geared towards the bad air: a negative ion necklace.
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Indian Auto Maker Balances Luxury With Global Sustainability
The luxury brand Jaguar is now owned by an Indian car company, Tata. A drive through the Los Angeles hills in a super high-end convertible provides some insights into what a country's auto industry says about its role in the world.
Italy Becomes Last Western European Nation To Legalize Same-Sex Civil Unions
The country's Parliament passed the bill despite opposition from the Catholic Church and conservative politicians. Rights advocates hailed the vote, but many hoped the legislation would go further.
The Goal Of These Soccer Players Isn't Just Scoring Goals
Soccer Without Borders, which won a $250,000 grant this month, helps kids overcome past trauma by kicking it and flicking it.
Brazil's President Suspended From Office By Senate
Brazil's Senate voted overwhelmingly to try President Dilma Rousseff for alleged manipulation of the country's budget. She is now suspended as president as impeachment proceedings move forward.
Instead Of A Moment In The Sun, Brazil Faces A Perfect Storm
The Summer Olympics in Rio were supposed to be a showcase for modern, prosperous Brazil. Instead, the country is suffering a national meltdown that will now include the president's impeachment trial.
Undaunted By China's Rule Book, Lesbian Couple Has Twins Via Surrogacy
There is increasing openness toward nontraditional families in China, though only married, heterosexual couples are allowed access to assisted reproduction. Here's one couple that found a workaround.
U.S. Allies Told Don't Use ISIS As An Excuse To Crack Down On Dissent
At a U.N. Security Council meeting, U.S. Ambassador Samantha Power put Egypt on the spot for restricting free speech. She said attacks on the media create alienation benefiting terror groups.
Market Grows For Fashionable But Modest Clothing
A Turkish fashion mogul has teamed up with the Islamic Fashion and Design Council to present the first Modest Fashion Week in Istanbul. Renee Montagne talks to Melanie Elturk, CEO of Haute Hijab.
Brazil's Senate Suspends President Rouseff From Office
Senators in Brazil voted to remove President Dilma Rouseff from office to face an impeachment trial. She will be tried for alleged manipulation of the country's budget.