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In El Salvador, Gang Killings Take An Agonizing Toll
By Carrie Kahn Last month was the deadliest on record in the Central America country since the end of the civil war in 1992. There are more than 30 murders
Europe Struggles To Pull Together New Greek Bailout Plan
By Scott Neuman European finance ministers hope to have a deal by today, but they remain skeptical that Athens will live up to its promises of financial reforms in exchange
Seeking Control Over Narrative, Egypt Puts Growing Pressure On Journalists
By Leila Fadel It’s not easy being a journalist in Egypt. The government sometimes tries to control the words reporters use, and new legislation could carry fines or jail time
Mexican Drug Lord ‘El Chapo’ Guzman Slips Out Of Prison
By Scott Neuman The kingpin reportedly went to the showers Saturday night and was not seen again. He made a similar escape in 2001 with help from prison guards. »
The Ramadan Breakfast Of Champions To Get You Through A Day’s Fast
By Deena Prichep Ramadan this year falls in the height of summer when days are longest. Many Observant Muslims are fasting 16 hours a day or longer, so their pre-dawn
Outdoor Afro: Busting Stereotypes That Blacks Don’t Hike Or Camp
By Shereen Marisol Meraji African-Americans who enjoy the outdoors are banding together to encourage more people of color to connect with nature and each other. » E-Mail This …read more
Europe And Greece Far Apart As Bailout Talks Continue
Leaders of the European Union continue their talks about bailing Greece out for a third time. NPR’s Lynn Neary speaks to Soraya Sarhaddi Nelson about the proposals on the table.
At The NSA, A Rising Star’s Commitment To Faith — And Public Service
By Tom Gjelten The National Security Agency’s chief risk officer grew up in an ultra-Orthodox Jewish community that didn’t encourage women to work outside the home. But she credits her
Power of the Pocketbook: Women Gaining Influence As Campaign Donors
By Lauren Leatherby But men still donate at nearly double the rate, and the gains have not been seen equally from both parties. » E-Mail This …read more Via: http://www.npr.org/sections/itsallpolitics/2015/07/12/421752664/power-of-the-pocketbook-women-gaining-influence-as-campaign-donors?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=politics
5 Things You Should Know About Scott Walker
By Don Gonyea The Wisconsin governor’s rise in the GOP has been swift, helped by his crusade against public sector unions. But the 47-year-old presidential hopeful has been a candidate
