Why You Shouldn't Be Totally Depressed By A Report On Child Mortality
Statistics on health problems and death are sobering. But an author of the report finds reasons to be hopeful as well.
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Let Twitter Be Your Guide Through This Michael Jackson Casting Mess
When the news leaves you speechless, let Twitter take the wheel.
With Sanctions Gone, Iran Goes On A Shopping Spree In Europe
Iran's President Hassan Rouhani has received a warm welcome in Europe amid a series of business deals worth billions of dollars with the likes of Peugeot. A megadeal with Airbus is in the works.
WHO Warns Of Zika Virus's 'Alarming' And 'Explosive' Spread
Facing criticism that the World Health Organization has been slow to respond to Zika, Dr. Margaret Chan delivers her first major address on the outbreak.
Chechnya's Strongman Praises Putin, Threatens 'Traitors'
Ramzan Kadyrov is an aggressive supporter of Vladimir Putin, vilifying opponents of the Russian president as traitors and "Satans" who should be eliminated. But his bluster may provoke a backlash.
Denmark's Far-Right Party Argues Migrants Should Help Pay for Their Stay
Steve Inskeep talks to Martin Henriksen of the Danish People's Party about a new law in Denmark requiring migrants to hand over personal property, to pay for government services they'll be getting.
A Holdout In Western Europe, Italy Prepares To Decide On Civil Unions
Italy's Senate takes up a measure this week that would permit civil unions, but the bill would not legalize same-sex marriage. All of Western Europe already permits one or both.
Nigerian Billionaire Banks On Young Entrepreneurs To Combat Poverty's Threat
Nigerian billionaire banker Tony Elumelu is promoting what he calls "Africapitalism." To combat terrorism and social ills, he's funding young entrepreneurs, from car mechanics to caterers.
#SnowOuttaMyElement: Global South Emigres Recall Their First Flakes
The blizzard of 2016 made us wonder: What happens when people who emigrated from unsnowy climes have their first encounter with the white stuff?
White House Nominates New Commander For Afghanistan
Amid concerns about setbacks in the fight against the Taliban, President Obama has tapped Lt. Gen. John "Mick" Nicholson to take charge of international forces.