Racism And The Royals
NPR's Lulu Garcia-Navarro asks journalist Afua Hirsch how racism may have driven the decision by the Duke and Duchess of Sussex to step back from their official duties.
Europe
Northern Ireland Parties Plan To Restore Power-Sharing After 3-Year Hiatus
Northern Ireland is heading for a return to the power-sharing agreement, in a deal brokered by the governments of Britain and Ireland.
Hungary Says It Will Offer Free Fertility Treatments To Counter Population Decline
Prime Minister Viktor Orbán is fiercely opposed to immigration and has said that boosting national fertility rates is his preferred way to counter the population downturn and risk of labor shortages.
Meghan And Harry 'Step Back' As Royals – What Does That Mean, Exactly?
When they say they'll pursue "financial independence," that doesn't mean they won't benefit from being in the House of Windsor.
On Board With A Train Driver During France's Transit Strike
Rail workers have led the transit strike that has hobbled France for more than a month. They're protesting against plans to reform the government pension system.
Prince Harry And Meghan To 'Step Back' From Their Royal Duties
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex, Prince Harry and Meghan, have announced that they want to step aside from their positions within the British Royal Family, and try to become financially independent.
News Brief: War Powers, Iran Containment, Royal Duties
The House is to vote on a War Powers resolution. President Trump is asking allies to help contain Iran. And, Prince Harry and the Duchess of Sussex are taking a step back from royal duties.
Prince Harry And Meghan Markle 'Step Back' From Royal Family Roles
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle announced Wednesday they would "step back as senior members of the Royal Family." NPR's Audie Cornish talks with British historian Kate Williams about the statement.
Views From The U.K. And Germany Regarding Iran
The United States' European allies are trying to deal with new security problems after the U.S. killing of Iran's top general.
Meghan And Prince Harry To 'Step Back' As Senior Royals
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex say they will split their time between the U.K. and North America. Buckingham Palace was reportedly not given advance notice of the decision.