A Mexican Teacher's Strike Turns Deadly
The teacher's union has blocked roads to protest mandatory testing and demand more funding. Meanwhile, the security forces have killed activists.
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In Search For Answers, Author George Saunders Covers Trump Campaign
The author, a self-professed liberal, traveled to Trump rallies to try to understand the candidate's appeal. He talks to NPR's Lynn Neary about what he's learned about American politics.
U.K. Government Dashes Hopes Of A Brexit Vote Redo In Response To Petition
Since British voters decided to leave the European Union in a referendum, more than 4 million people signed a petition calling for a do-over. The government says the "decision must be respected."
Theranos Founder Elizabeth Holmes Barred From Operating Labs For Two Years
Theranos aimed at disrupting the blood testing industry by using only a few drops of blood. But now, regulators say they will bar the company's dynamic CEO from owning or running a lab for two years.
#NPRreads: Simplify Your Weekend With These 3 Stories
Correspondents, editors and producers from our newsroom share the pieces that have kept them reading, using the #NPRreads hashtag. Each weekend, we highlight some of the best stories.
When Violence Is A Constant, How Do We Deal?
This week, video brought us real people dying in real time. It wasn't in Bangladesh; it wasn't in Baghdad. It was here at home. When violence becomes the norm, how do we not become numb?
Lithuanians Prepare To Resist Russian Aggression Ahead Of NATO Reinforcement
Lithuania fears it could be overrun by Russian forces in a matter of hours. The NATO member state is training thousands of young people to resist a Russian incursion until help can arrive.
The Latest In Sports: Euro 2016
NPR's Lynn Neary speaks with Andrea Kremer of HBO's Real Sports, about the European soccer finals happening Sunday, and whether Cristiano Ronaldo can win the trophy for Portugal.
Post-Brexit, Ireland Faces Economic And Political Downturn
Ireland is not happy with Britain's decision to leave the EU. Correspondent Frank Langfitt tells NPR's Lynn Neary that the country faces economic uncertainty and border issues with Northern Ireland.
How Social Media Impacts The Conversation On Racial Violence
This week, two black men were shot by police and their deaths were witnessed by those on social media. NPR's Lynn Neary talks with Gene Demby of NPR's Codeswitch blog about the role of social media.