See What The 'Cool People' Are Wearing In Four Cities In Africa
They're wearing the diverse fashions of Africa — but they're not wearing African fashion. A new book explains the difference.
Global Health
How Do You Say 'Gnarly' In Amharic? Ethiopia Gets Its First Skate Park
The country hopes to cash in on the sport's global popularity. And the kids love doing flips and handstands.
The Long Road Back From Boko Haram
How will 19-year-old Amina Ali Nkeki remake her life? The experiences of former captives suggest what might help — and what will not.
David Gilkey: What A Funny — And Deeply Caring — Photographer
The NPR staffers who worked with Gilkey pick a favorite photo and share some memories.
The Last Days Of Guinea Worm
The world has wiped out only one human disease: smallpox. Guinea worm disease looks like it's on the verge of being the second.
Jimmy Carter May Soon Get His 90th Birthday Wish: No More Guinea Worm
The former president tells why it's taken nearly 30 years to bring the Guinea worm to near extinction — and what's next on his agenda.
Lead Poisoning: A Doctor's Lifelong Crusade To Save Children From It
In the '70s, Dr. Herbert Needleman made a discovery that changed how people think about lead. His work led to a ban on lead in gasoline. But as seen in Flint, Mich., lead poisoning is still a concern.
Quiz: Do You Know Enough About Africa To Win Big On 'Jeopardy!'?
How many countries are in Africa? 1, 15, 54 or 122? Take our beginner's quiz and test your knowledge of the second-largest continent in the world.
Syrian Teen's 9-Minute Doc Hits Cannes, Sundance, L.A. Film Fest
After her family fled to a refugee camp, she took a workshop in making videos. Her film about day-to-day life is now making the festival rounds.
You've Never Met A Prom Queen Like This One
Her parents were in exile from South Africa. She went to an international school in Kenya. And she never expected to wear the tiara.