Tough Words From Pope Francis: 8 Great Quotes From His U.N. Speech
When it comes to global health and development, the pontiff made it plain as day: We are all to blame for earth's problems.
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More Than 700 Hajj Worshippers Killed In Stampede Near Mecca
NPR's Kelly McEvers talks to Associated Press reporter Aya Batrawy about the stampede that killed hundreds of pilgrims in Saudi Arabia. She was an eyewitness to the aftermath and discusses the cause.
After 25-Year Hiatus, First Arabic-Language 'Sesame Street' Opens Again
Iftah Ya Simsim was one of the earliest foreign-language Sesame Street spinoffs when it launched in 1979. But the beloved show went dark when its studio was partially destroyed during the Gulf War.
One Doctor's Campaign To Pay Those Who Risked Their Lives
Many of the local health care workers who fought the Ebola crisis in Sierra Leone have not received payment for their efforts. Now, Dr. Nahid Bhadelia is trying to raise awareness and money for them.
Ambassador Power: Measures In Place To Resettle Migrants Safely
As the U.S. says it will almost double the number of migrants it accepts in the next two years, NPR's Renee Montagne speaks to the U.S. ambassador to the United Nations Samantha Power.
Deep Economic Ties Keep U.S., China Engaged
A look at the economic backdrop to today's summit meeting between President Obama and Chinese President Xi Jinping.
Volkswagen Names New CEO Amid Emissions-Testing Scandal
The German automaker has been rocked by a scandal following its acknowledgment that it rigged diesel emissions tests on some 11 million vehicles worldwide.
Colombian Government, FARC Announce Outlines Of Peace Deal
The Marxist revolutionary group known as FARC has been fighting the Colombian government for over 50 years. Thanks to peace talks in Havana, Cuba, the fighting may finally come to an end in six months.
Trying To Add The 'M' Word (Menstruation) To The U.N.'s New Goals
The Sustainable Development Goals refer to the needs a woman has when she has her period but don't use the "m" word.
U.N. Dreams Big: 17 Huge New Goals To Build A Better World
And there are just 15 years to accomplish them. Here's a rundown of the 17 aims, which include ending poverty, hunger and AIDS, fixing the environment and giving everyone access to green space.