Russia-Ukraine war: What happened today (June 27)
A roundup of key developments and the latest in-depth coverage of Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
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Canada expects more Americans seeking abortions to cross the border
Canadian providers who perform abortions anticipate increased demand for services from Americans now that Roe v. Wade is overturned. Additional clients could strain already stretched capacity.
Russian court extends Brittney Griner's detention
A Russian court has again extended the arrest of U.S. basketball star Brittney Griner. Her trial on drug charges starts July 1.
Russian missile strike hits a crowded shopping mall in central Ukraine
Scores of civilians were feared killed or wounded in the city of Kremenchuk. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said in a Telegram post that the number of victims was "unimaginable."
What's happening with Russia's 1st default on foreign debt in a century
The clock ran out on Russia's payments. But there's a twist: Russia does not consider itself in default because the country has the money, just its payments have been blocked by Western sanctions.
WNBA star Brittney Griner is seen at court, but Russia extends her detention again
The star with the U.S. Olympic and the WNBA's Phoenix Mercury was bracketed by four security officers and a dog as she was led down a stairwell to a courtroom for Monday's hearing.
How green became the color of the abortion rights movement
The shade associated with the reproductive rights movement can be traced to Argentina, where a growing number of activists were pushing for the government to legalize abortion.
More than 300 LGBTQ activists in Istanbul are released after being detained
The once-annual Pride march has been banned since 2015 when police used tear gas and water cannons after a last-minute ban to disperse crowds.
Germany prepares to host the world for major meetings
NPR's Michel Martin speaks with Germany's Ambassador to the U.S. Emily Haber about two summits where her country will be a major player — the G-7 and NATO — and their priorities.
Biden announced a $600 billion global infrastructure program to counter China's clout
A decade after China's global infrastructure program started, the U.S., G7 countries and private capital will invest in clean energy, technology and other projects in developing countries.