Merkel Says Allowing Migrants Into Germany 'Right Thing To Do'
The chancellor's remarks came even as her deputy warned that the country was reaching the limits of how many refugees it could absorb.
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Republicans To Democrats On Iran Nuclear Deal: You Own This
The White House and Democratic allies on Capitol Hill appear to have rebuffed Republican attempts to derail the Iran nuclear deal. Now, Republicans are saying to them: you own it.
Why China's Official Economic Numbers Shouldn't Be Trusted
Economic news coming out of China often rattles or rallies global markets. But how reliable is that news? It turns out basic measures like Gross National Product may be far from accurate.
Switzerland To Announce Winner Of National Anthem Contest
Switzerland wants a new anthem, and its multiyear contest to pick a replacement ends this weekend. NPR takes a look at the finalists.
Leftist Jeremy Corbyn Wins Leadership Of Britain's Labour Party
Corbyn's selection to lead the party once headed by centrist Tony Blair is viewed as part of a trend toward more liberal leanings in Europe.
Blasts At Restaurant In India Kill Scores
The massive explosions were traced to cooking gas cylinders, but officials say the restaurant was located next to a house that store construction explosives.
Egypt's Prime Minister Resigns Amid Corruption Probe
Ibrahim Mehleb has stepped down along with his Cabinet following a bribery scandal that has engulfed his government.
At Least 107 Dead In Crane Collapse At Mecca's Grand Mosque
High winds apparently caused the crane to topple at a time when Muslims from around the world are converging on the city as part of the annual Hajj pilgrimage.
'Meet The Patels': One Man's Quest To Find Love, The Old-School Indian Way
Ravi Patel had tried and failed to find "The One." So he reluctantly let his parents arrange for him to meet dozens of prospects. And his sister has filmed the whole thing — for our viewing pleasure.
Week In Politics: Outsider Presidential Candidates, Joe Biden On 'Colbert'
NPR's Audie Cornish speaks with regular political commentators E.J. Dionne of The Washington Post and Brookings Institution and David Brooks of The New York Times.