
All Things Considered
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France struggles to deal with the heatwave hitting much of Europe
by Eleanor Beardsley
Much of Europe, including France, is dealing with a brutal heatwave. Some people are better prepared than others in a country where most people do not have air conditioning.
Rouhani: Western Powers Have Helped Globalize Terrorism
by Peter Kenyon
Iran's President Hassan Rouhani told the U.N. that the solution to the problem of ISIS now must involve the region. He also said resolving the Iran nuclear issue could lead to greater cooperation.
Algerian Extremists Kill French Hostage
by Eleanor Beardsley
Algerian extremists have killed a French hostage that they've been holding since Sunday. France's president condemned the murder but said it wouldn't change the policy of attacking Islamist militants.
Big Sponsors May Find It Hard To Break Up With The NFL
by John Ydstie
Companies like Anheuser-Busch pay hundreds of millions to be identified with the NFL's aura. The last thing they want is to be associated with scandal, but it might be financially tough to walk away.
A Historic Backdrop Frames Forbidden Love In 'The Paying Guests'
by Julia Keller
Sarah Waters' latest novel, set in 1920s London, examines the moral consequences of passion. Though slightly too long, this book brings the past to life with exquisite clarity.
At 'World Routes,' Airports Court Airlines To Bring In More Flights
by David Schaper
Some describe World Routes as speed dating for the aviation industry, as airports try to court airlines and convince them to offer international flights in and out of their destinations.
Thousands Of Syrian Kurds Fleeing Islamic State
Robert Siegel speaks with Carol Batchelor, Turkey Representative for the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees, about the Syrian Kurds flooding into Turkey.
ISIS Videos Employ 'Good Cop, Bad Cop' Approach
Robert Siegel talks to Peter Neumann about new ISIS production techniques and the release of their new video showing the kidnapped British journalist John Cantlie.
Khorasan Group Composed Of Al-Qaida Veterans
by Dina Temple-Raston
One of the targets in overnight airstrikes in Syria was a little known al-Qaida offshoot called the Khorasan group.