Hamas says it's willing to release the five American hostages in Gaza
Hamas, the militant group the U.S. has labeled as terrorists, says it's willing to release the one living American hostage and bodies of four others it's held in Gaza since the 2023 attacks in Israel.
Populists' Appeals Hit Home To Voters Who Feel They're Unheard
Populism has been the biggest force this election year. What lasting effect might populism have on both Democrats and Republicans — even after Bernie Sanders and Donald Trump have left the scene?
Humanitarian Costs Rise As Refugee Crisis Becomes The New Normal
Steve Inskeep talks to Kristalina Georgieva, a European Union vice president, about the dire cost of the war in Syria and efforts to increase humanitarian assistance.
Panel Accuses Mexico Of Torturing Suspects In Missing Students Probe
It's been 18 months since the disappearance and presumed death of 43 students in southern Mexico. An independent investigative panel on Sunday issued a scathing indictment of the government.
German Authorities Crack Down On Leader Of Anti-Islam Group
German authorities say a rise in hate speech is fueling attacks on migrants and Muslims in Germany, which is why they're aggressively pursuing the founder of one anti-Islamist movement in court.
Italians Concerned By Austria's Plan To Add Border Controls
Migrants are again heading to Italy on a dangerous sea-crossing from Libya. The surge comes as Austria prepares to shut its border leaving Italy in crisis over what to do with the new arrivals.
Proposed Calif. Measure Would Fine Tweeting Jurors
Court officials support a measure that would require jurors to turn off their smartphones. Judges could fine jurors $1,500 if they talk about the case on social media or research cases on Google.
This Week In Politics: 5 States Hold Primaries On Tuesday
There are primaries in Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Delaware, Maryland and Connecticut. Steve Inskeep talks to commentator and columnist Cokie Roberts and Robert Costa of The Washington Post.
Prince's Mystique Grew Even As He Stayed Out Of The Hollywood Spotlight
The influential and successful recording artist had a few major moments on television. In remembering Prince, many have cited his performance at the 2007 Super Bowl as one of his greatest shows.
Uber Settles 2 Lawsuits Over Whether Drivers Are Employees Or Contractors
Uber will pay up to $100 million to settle the suits, and drivers will stay independent contractors, not employees, in California and Massachusetts, just as the ride-booking company had maintained.
GOP Presidential Campaigns Zero In On Party's Spring Meeting
The Republican National Committee is meeting this week in Hollywood, Florida. Delegates from across the country are gathered there ahead of July's presidential nominating convention in Cleveland.