Europe

Russians vote in their first election since Moscow's full-scale invasion of Ukraine

7:18am March 15, 2024

Russia's presidential election is underway and Vladimir Putin is widely expected to secure a fifth term in office — extending his hold on power through at least 2030.

A member of a local election commission prepares a polling station with a sign that reads "Election of the President of Russia March 15-17 2024" for early voting in the village of Sennaya Guba, Republic of Karelia, on March 10.

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What to know about Russia's election, sure to hand Putin another term

6:40am March 15, 2024

by Charles Maynes

Putin forever? Russia's president goes into this week's election with no serious contenders, cementing his already quarter-century hold on the Kremlin through at least 2030.

National

Morning news brief

5:17am March 15, 2024

Russia kicks off three days of voting to choose a president. The turmoil in Haiti over the last two weeks reaches new levels. Chicago tells many migrants stays in shelters will be limited to 60 days.

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A priest prays over the coffin of Oleksandra "Sasha" Kuvshynova, a Ukrainian journalist killed while working for Fox News in March 2022. Her parents have sued Fox News alleging wrongful death, fraud and defamation.

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Family of slain Ukrainian journalist sues Fox News, alleging a cover up

11:30pm March 14, 2024

by David Folkenflik

Oleksandra Kuvshynova's parents say Fox News put their daughter in harm's way unnecessarily, then promoted a false account of her death. They also point blame at a reporter who was with her that day.

A large sign calling for a cease-fire in Gaza hangs from a building in Dublin on Feb. 12.

World News

Why Ireland is one of the most pro-Palestinian nations in the world

8:52pm March 14, 2024

One of the most pro-Palestinian nations in the world is not an Arab or Muslim country. It's not even in the Middle East. Polls show Ireland has some of the highest support for the Palestinians.

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NATO Sec. Gen. Stoltenberg talks about Sweden and withstanding Russian pressure

6:43pm March 14, 2024

by Teri Schultz

In an NPR interview, NATO Secretary Gen. Jens Stoltenberg says with the addition of Sweden to the alliance, it's better equipped than ever to withstand Russian pressure — despite new Kremlin threats.

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Politics & Government

Morning news brief

5:15am March 14, 2024

Plans for a transitional government in Haiti is tested. EU lawmakers approve the bloc's AI act. Robert F. Kennedy Jr., and other candidates, aim to capitalize on third-party presidential bids.

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Why Russia holds presidential elections even though Putin is all but assured a win

5:15am March 14, 2024

NPR's Leila Fadel speaks with University of Oxford professor Ben Ansell about the significance of elections in authoritarian-ruled countries.

The world's first comprehensive artificial intelligence legislation is here

5:15am March 14, 2024

European Union lawmakers have approved the bloc's "Artificial Intelligence Act."

Chega leader André Ventura reacts as he arrives at Marriot Hotel, CHEGA's electoral night headquarters, in Lisbon on March 10, 2024.

World News

In Portugal, an election results in uncertainty and the rise of the far right

5:00am March 14, 2024

by Miguel Macias

A lightly regarded Portuguese political party finds itself in a position to play kingmaker in the wake of national elections that failed to propel either of the two establishment parties into power.