Kenya's Opposition Unites With Theme Song
Kenya's long election season has been marred by conflict. But there is at least one bright spot: The opposition theme song that has kept everyone dancing.
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Conflict Continues In Spain Between Catalan Government And Madrid
NPR's Robert Siegel speaks with journalist Lucia Benavides about the ongoing conflict between the Spanish government and the Catalan regional government. In the Catalan capital, Barcelona, the regional parliament voted to declare independence, prompting the national government in Madrid to approve a central takeover of the region.
Catalonia Declares Independence; Spain Approves Central Takeover Of Region
Catalan lawmakers have voted to establish an independent republic. Meanwhile, the Spanish Senate has given Spain's prime minister the authority to institute direct rule of the semi-autonomous region.
Just One-Third Of Kenyan Voters Took Part In Rerun, Election Chief Says
That's far lower than the reported 80 percent turnout the first time the election took place, in August. The opposition candidate called for a boycott of the election, and many areas saw protests.
Documents Offer Insight Into Soviet View Of JFK Assassination
The Communist Party was reportedly alarmed and believed that the killing of President John F. Kennedy was part of a larger "ultraright" coup to overthrow the U.S. government.
Catalan Parliament Formally Declares Independence
In a move that has pushed Spain deeper into a political crisis, Catalonia's Parliament on Friday declared independence. Spanish Senate then approved direct rule of the breakaway region.
Jonas Gahr Støre: As A Rule, Should Diplomats Talk To Everyone?
As Foreign Minister of Norway, engaging in difficult and intense diplomatic negotiations was part of Jonas Gahr Støre's job. He learned that dialogue is a strategy of strength, not one of weakness.
JFK Documents Highlight Talks On Clandestine Anti-Cuba Ops
Operation Mongoose aimed to destabilize Cuba. Ideas considered ranged from dropping propaganda leaflets to using biological agents to sabotage crops
U.N. Watchdog: Syrian Government Responsible For April Sarin Gas Attack
The Organization for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons confirmed in June that the agent used in the attack was sarin. On Thursday, the OPCW said it was sure that the Syrian regime carried it out.
News Brief: Mattis In Asia, Trump's Week, White Nationalists In Tennessee
Defense Secretary Jim Mattis is talking with his counterparts in South Korea about how to counter the nuclear threat posed by North Korea. Also, we look at Republican criticism of President Trump.