Riding Rings Around Iran's Censors In 'Jafar Panahi's Taxi'
An Iranian director banned from making films skirts the rules again in Jafar Panahi's Taxi.
Middle East
Breaking The Mold: Artist's Modern Miniatures Remix Islamic Art
As an art student, Shahzia Sikander used her region's miniature painting tradition to tell the story of a modern Pakistani woman. Now her work has moved beyond the page into animation and video.
Religious Scholars Use Social Media To Counter ISIS Interpretation Of Koran
As the military response to the Islamic State heats up, an ideological front is opening against the group. They're using social media to explain why ISIS' interpretation of the Koran is wrong.
An Iran Deal Milestone That Tehran Wants To Play Down
Sunday is the so-called "adoption day" for the nuclear deal with Iran. It's the day that Iran will begin sharply curtailing its nuclear program as part of the agreement reached this summer.
Israel Deploys Soldiers To Cities To Help Quell Violence
The move comes after clashes between Palestinians and Israelis have intensified. On Tuesday, Palestinians killed three Israelis in stabbing and shooting attacks.
Could Syria Become Partitioned Just Like Germany During The Cold War?
Russia is bombing western Syria and the U.S. is airdropping ammunition to Arab fighters in the east. After the fight is over, Syria may be left as a country pretty much split in two.
U.S., Russia To Set Up Safety Protocols In Syria
With reports of insurgents in Syria using U.S.-made antitank missiles, it raises the possibility of a proxy war between the U.S. and Russia. David Greene talks to Mary Beth Long, an adviser to NATO.
Iranian Parliament Votes To Approve Nuclear Deal
The bill must still be reviewed by a group of senior clerics, but President Hassan Rouhani's administration is hailing lawmakers' vote as a "historic decision."
Palestinians Confront Escalating Violence In Jerusalem After Attacks
Families of two Palestinians accused of attacks on Israelis describe their shock and some of the anger driving a new wave of violence.
In Israel, A New Battle Over Who Qualifies As Jewish
Government rabbis decide who is officially Jewish, which affects issues including marriage and divorce. But religious and political rivals have started their own system for conversion.