Suggested Ship Name Inspires Another Silly Name
It all started with a public poll to name a British research vessel. The leading name is Boaty McBoatface. Following that theme, a horse has been named Horsey McHorseface.
Europe
Will The Pope's Focus On Migrants Change The International Debate?
Pope Francis visited the Greek island of Lesbos to focus on the troubles of migrants. Reporter Joanna Kakissis talks with NPR's Michel Martin about the trip and its possible effects.
How Will The Pope's Invitation To Refugees Impact The Migrant Crisis?
Pope Francis is back at the Vatican this morning after his visit to the front lines of Europe's migrant crisis in Greece. Francis took 12 Syrians with him to Rome as a "humanitarian gesture."
Once A Tax Haven, Gibraltar Now Says It's Low-Tax
Gibraltar had a reputation as a tax haven and hosts Mossack & Fonseca, the law firm at the center of the Panama Papers. But Gibraltar has made reforms and insists it's a proper place for business.
In Wake Of Increasing Anti-Semitic Attacks, More Jews Flee France
Jews are leaving France in a climate of increased tensions. NPR's Rachel Martin speaks with Robert Ejness from CRIF which monitors Jewish security in France.
Pope Francis Meets Migrants In Lesbos, Returns To Rome With 12 On His Plane
Pope Francis visited the Greek Island of Lesbos in order to draw attention to the plight of migrants there. The migrants are caught up in a controversial deal between the European Union and Turkey.
'Do Not Lose Hope': Pope Francis Visits Migrants In Greece's Lesbos
Pope Francis paid a visit to the Greek island of Lesbos Saturday and meet with migrants at a detention center. The EU has started deporting migrants from Greece to Turkey.
Pope Francis Visits Greek Island Lesbos
Pope Francis visited the Lesbos Saturday to draw attention to the plight of the thousands of migrants who have tried to escape war, oppression and poverty by fleeing to Europe.
Ukraine Works To De-Mine Region As Some Refugees Return Home
NPR's Scott Simon speaks with reporter Jack Losh about the proliferation of landmines and unexploded ordinance in Ukraine that are killing and wounding soldiers and civilians.
'The Czech Republic' Rebrands Itself To 'Czechia'
The country now known as The Czech Republic has voted to change its name. That name was contrived in 1993, but now, the country will be known as Czechia.