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Foreign Perspective On The White House Turmoil

8:29am September 09, 2018

We examine how this week's news from the White House is resonating around the world. NPR's Lulu Garcia-Navarro speaks to journalists Yael Lavie, Piya Chattopadhyay and Stefan Kornelius.

Brazilian presidential candidate Jair Bolsonaro recovers in a hospital room at the Albert Einstein Hospital, in Sao Pauloon Saturday. He was stabbed on Thursday during a campaign rally.

Brazilian Candidate, Recovering From Stabbing, May Be Gaining An Advantage

5:10pm September 08, 2018

by Sasha Ingber

Jair Bolsonaro was attacked while campaigning on Thursday. Experts say the hardliner may see his lead increase through television exposure and candidates who are pulling back attack ads.

Viruses thrive in the security lines at airports, according to several studies.

Where Are The Most Viruses In An Airport? Hint: It's Probably Not The Toilet

4:24pm September 08, 2018

by Michaeleen Doucleff

Scientists looked for respiratory viruses on surfaces throughout an international airport.

A performance at the Metropolitan Theatrical awards in Mexico City.

Foreign Actors On Mexico's Theater Stage Stir Resentment Behind The Scenes

11:54am September 08, 2018

by Emily Green

Mexico's immigration battle with the U.S. plays out in the news daily, but a more subtle tension over cultural identity took center stage this week: foreigners taking leading roles in Mexican theater.

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Anti-Government Protests Turn Violent In Basra, Iraq

11:43am September 08, 2018

by Jane Arraf

Anti-government protesters set fire to the Iranian consulate in Basra, Iraq. Security officials say forces guarding the building withdrew to prevent clashes with demonstrators.

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Ugandan politician and musician Bobi Wine has led opposition to Uganda's president, who has been in power since 1986. Wine says soldiers tortured him, but he will return to Uganda.

Bobi Wine Is Willing 'To Die Trying' To Win Freedom For Uganda

9:20am September 08, 2018

by James Doubek

Ugandan politician and musician Bobi Wine says he was tortured by soldiers. He was allowed to come to the U.S. for medical treatment, but says he's going to return to Uganda, despite the risks.

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What's Next In The Syrian War: Idlib

8:05am September 08, 2018

Robert Malley of the International Crisis Group tells NPR's Scott Simon about the danger an attack on Syrian rebels in Idlib poses to hundreds of thousands of already displaced people.

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Anti-Immigrant Party Disrupts Sweden's Usual Politics

8:05am September 08, 2018

by Sidsel Overgaard

Sweden holds a general election on Sunday and the country's usually calm political landscape could be disrupted by strong support for a populist, anti-immigrant party.

Susan van Rooyen and Moe Kekana of King James Group were behind the 2-Minute Shower Song project.

Singing In The Shower To Help Save Cape Town's Water

9:32pm September 07, 2018

In late 2017, the South African city — hit by a historic drought — faced the possibility it would have to shut off its water supply within six months. A musical challenge helped avert that disaster.

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Mexican investigators found 200 garments at an undisclosed grave in the Gulf Coast state of Veracruz. The bodies were buried at least two years ago, Attorney General Jorge Winckler said Thursday.

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Officials Find A Mass Grave In Mexico

7:33pm September 07, 2018

by Sasha Ingber

The burial site contains at least 166 skulls and more remains may be uncovered. But family members of people who disappeared are distrustful of how the site is being managed.