Greetings from Acre, Israel, where an old fortress recalls the time of the Crusades
Far-Flung Postcards is a weekly series in which NPR’s international team shares moments from their lives and work around the world.
Day: January 14, 2026
John Forté, Grammy-nominated musician who worked with Fugees, dies at 50
Musician, whose 14-year prison sentence was commuted by George W Bush, was found dead in his Massachusetts homeJohn Forté, the Grammy-nominated musician known for his work with the Fugees and the Refugee Camp All-Stars among others, has died at age 50….
French bistros and cafés: Should they get UNESCO intangible heritage status?
In this edition of Entre Nous we dive into the bid to make France’s bistros and cafés part of UNESCO’s intangible cultural heritage list. We discuss how the bistrot got its name and how they are different from brasseries, bouillons and restaurants. We…
Citigroup tops estimates on stronger net interest income, smaller loan loss provision
Under CEO Jane Fraser, Citigroup is in the midst of a restructuring, selling off parts of its overseas operations.
Iran’s opposition is battling to oust the rulers but hobbled by divisions – The Washington Post
Iran’s opposition is battling to oust the rulers but hobbled by divisions The Washington PostThe echoes of Iran’s 1979 revolution Financial TimesJeremy Bowen: Authoritarian regimes die gradually then suddenly, but Iran is not ther…
How far will Europe go to defend Greenland from Trump?
The president’s disregard for international law exposes the continent’s reliance on the US. Leaders have hardened their language in support of Denmark, but the price of confronting him is high• Don’t get This Is Europe delivered to your inbox? Sign up …
FBI searches home of Washington Post reporter in classified documents probe, newspaper says
The Washington Post says FBI agents have searched a reporter’s home as part of an investigation into a government contractor accused of sharing government secrets.
Minutes to Memories: John Mellencamp rolling out jukebox of his old hits
“There’s nothing wrong with making people happy,” says singer John Mellencamp, and that’s the guiding philosophy of the concert tour he’s planning this summer.
Lake Tahoe delivers big adventure for families on the road
Hilton’s 2026 Trends Report found that 76% of travelers who drive prefer road trips over flying. The appeal lies in flexibility, with drivers able to change routes, add stops and treat the journey as part of the trip. Road travel continues to gai…
What to know about the deadly mass protests in Iran and the potential U.S. response
Amid the mass protests in Iran, two sources have told CBS News at least 12,000 people have been killed in the regime’s crackdown. President Trump spoke about how the U.S. plans to respond, telling “CBS Evening News” anchor Tony Dokoupil, “we will take…