Director Of Oscar-Nommed 'Timbuktu' Found A Star In A Refugee Camp
A 12-year-old girl followed him everywhere. And she got the part. Abderrahmane Sissako tells what it's like to make a reality-based movie in Mauritania.
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Britain's Cameron Calls On Schools To Help Stop Extremist Recruitment
The prime minister's remarks follow the disappearance this week of three British girls who are believed to have flown to Turkey with the intent of joining the self-declared Islamic State.
Fire In Dubai Skyscraper Forces Evacuation Of Residents
No one was killed in the blaze at the 86-story Torch Tower that began early in the morning in the United Arab Emirates. It was extinguished within a few hours.
Indonesia's President: Fan Of Megadeth, Defender Of Death Penalty
Indonesia's recently elected President Joko Widodo is a heavy metal fan seen as an advocate for human rights and political change. But his strong stance on the death penalty has dismayed many.
Pussy Riot Releases Its First Song In English
The Russian band Pussy Riot is well known for protesting the Russian government. Now the group has released its first song in English. NPR's Scott Simon talks to band member Nadya Tolokonnikova.
Zambian Prosecutor Drops Charges In Case Against Himself
It may sound like an episode of The Twilight Zone, but this isn't fiction. Zambia's top prosecutor dropped his own corruption charges and set himself free. NPR's Scott Simon discusses the case.
An Iranian Optimist Urges Americans, 'Come See For Yourself'
When NPR's Steve Inskeep meets a political scientist at an Italian restaurant in Tehran, the circumstances of their conversation illustrate Iran's potential for change.
Modi's Fancy Pinstripe Suit Lands $694,000 At Auction
A suit worn by Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi when he met President Obama is up for auction. The suit, which has the Prime Minister's name in pinstripes is expected to fetch more than $200,000.
From A Mountain, Kurds Keep Watch On ISIS In Mosul
From a nearby mountain, Kurdish forces can see look down into the strategic city. An Iraqi-led assault on the city is planned, but for now the frustrated men hold their territory and train.
Eurozone Ministers To Give Greece Four-Month Credit Extension
Eurozone finance ministers agreed to give Greece a four-month extension of credit today as long as the Greek government sticks to reforms and keeps its finances in check.