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U.S. And Russia Have Just Over A Year To Deal With An Expiring Nuclear Treaty

President Trump talked to Russian President Putin this week about arms control. Critics worry Trump could let a bilateral treaty lapse as he chases a new deal with Russia and China.

In Israel, Netanyahu Seeks Immunity From Prosecution While Facing Indictment

Under indictment on corruption charges, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says he'll seek parliamentary immunity from prosecution.

Former U.S. Ambassador To Iraq Discusses Tensions In Baghdad

NPR's Mary Louise Kelly talks with Douglas Silliman, former U.S. ambassador to Iraq, about what tensions with pro-Iran protesters in Baghdad mean for U.S. interests in Iraq.

Former NBA Commissioner David Stern attends a game between the Houston Rockets and the Utah Jazz during the Western Conference Semifinals in 2018. Stern died Wednesday at the age of 77.

David Stern, One Of The Most Influential NBA Commissioners, Dies At 77

The longtime commissioner of the NBA — and a champion of the WNBA — died on Wednesday.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu speaks at a press conference Wednesday in Jerusalem regarding his intention to file a request to the Knesset for immunity from prosecution.

Israel's Netanyahu Asks Parliament For Immunity From Corruption Charges

In a televised speech, the prime minister called the charges against him "ridiculous libels." Polling suggests most Israelis oppose immunity, but the move could delay his trial.

A supporter of ride-hail drivers holds a sign during a protest in front of Uber headquarters on May 8 in San Francisco. A new law in California aims to change how gig economy and other contract workers are classified.

6 New State Laws You Should Know About In 2020

Every Jan. 1, states across the country implement new laws. Some groundbreaking new laws address Internet user privacy and the classification of contract workers in California, for example.

Visitors celebrating the New Year use binoculars to watch North Korean territory Wednesday, near the border between North and South Korea.

Why North Korea's Kim Jong Un May Be Leaving The Door Open To Nuclear Talks

Kim Jong Un did not follow through on warnings about a harder line nuclear stance. Analysts say North Korea may be waiting to gauge President Trump's political prospects in 2020.

Attendees cheer as President Donald Trump leaves a campaign rally in Hershey, Pa., last month.

Trump Will Win Again. No Way He'll Win. Be Wary Of 2020 Election Predictions

Don't put too much stock in all those New Year's predictions you're hearing American politics in 2020. The one thing we can safely say is that there's nothing that can be safely said.

President Trump shakes hands with Russian President Vladimir Putin during a meeting on the sidelines of the Group of 20 summit in Osaka, Japan, in June 2019.

Trump's Push For Lofty Nuclear Treaty Sparks Worry Over Current Deal

President Trump and his Russian counterpart have the coming year to deal with an expiring nuclear treaty that will lapse just after the end of his first term.

Protesters and militia members throw stones toward the U.S. Embassy in Baghdad on Tuesday.

Why The U.S. Embassy In Iraq Became A Target Of Anger Again

Demonstrators threw stones and were met with tear gas during a second day of protests. Here are some of the keys for understanding what happened.

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