Libyan Radio Station Promotes Democracy, One Rap At A Time
Radio Zone is broadcasting a mix of candid talk shows, brash criticism and modern Libyan music.
Boehner Seeks To Reassure House GOP On Immigration
NPR | June 18, 2013 7:29 p.m.
Boehner told fellow Republicans an immigration bill would need majority House GOP support.
The 'Standing Man' Of Turkey: Act Of Quiet Protest Goes Viral
NPR | June 18, 2013 2:05 p.m.
For more than six hours last night, Erdem Gunduz stood motionless in Turkey's Taksim Square.
Obama's Unplanned NSA Discussion
NPR | June 18, 2013 1:58 p.m.
The IRS controversy and the NSA revelations have clearly taken their toll.
U.S., Europe May Share Intelligence, But Not Privacy Rules
NPR | June 18, 2013 12:55 p.m.
Revelations about U.S. surveillance programs have struck a nerve in Europe.
British Leader: Trendsetter, Or A Bit Too Casual?
NPR | June 18, 2013 12:29 p.m.
Prime Minister David Cameron made news for his lack of jacket and tie.
A Look Ahead To The Future Of Afghanistan
NPR | June 18, 2013 11:07 a.m.
The Afghan military is now expected to fight without NATO ground or air support.
European Aviation Firms Spotlighted At Paris Air Show
NPR | June 18, 2013 10:52 a.m.
The world's premier commercial and military aviation and space trade fair is underway. The Paris Air Show is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year.
'It's Christmas In June': China Revels In NSA Leaks Story
NPR | June 18, 2013 10:52 a.m.
After conspicuous silence, China's state media has been highlighting the NSA leak story, calling the U.S. government's previous criticism of alleged Chinese military hacking hypocritical and deeply damaging to America's credibility. Analysts say Edward Snowden's flight to Hong Kong and his disclosures have given China a valuable propaganda tool to blunt America's cyber criticism of China.
G-8 Leaders Wrap Up Summit In Nothern Ireland
NPR | June 18, 2013 10:52 a.m.
President Obama meets with French President Francois Hollande Tuesday before leaving the G-8 Summit, and heading to Germany.
Sectarian Violence Rises Sharply In Iraq
NPR | June 18, 2013 10:52 a.m.
More than 2,000 people have been killed in Iraq since April. That's as high as it's been since the sectarian war of 2006 and 2007. Many people compare the recent violence to that conflict, but there are some key differences.
