
International
Why the world should be more than a bit worried about India’s Nipah virus outbreak
A case of the virus, which claimed a 12-year-old boy's life, has sparked fears of a new outbreak in India. Researchers fear that the deadly disease has the potential to cause
3 years ago
A tale of two clinics: lines in Kenya, few takers in Atlanta
Plans for COVID-19 booster shots in some Western countries are highlighting vast disparities in access to vaccines around the world.
3 years ago
Measles cases halt US-bound flights of Afghan evacuees
The U.S. has halted U.S.-bound flights of Afghan evacuees after discovering a few cases of measles among Afghans arriving in the United States.
3 years ago
WHO chief urges halt to COVID vaccine booster shots for rest of the year
Wealthy nations — including the U.S. — have begun or are considering plans to offer third shots of two-dose vaccines to their vulnerable people.
3 years ago
Paralympic closing marks end of Tokyo’s 8-year Olympic saga
The Paralympics ended a 13-day run in a colorful, circus-like ceremony at the National Stadium overseen by Crown Prince Akishino, the brother of Emperor Naruhito.
3 years ago
Former Del. governor tapped by Biden to coordinate Afghan evacuee resettlement
Former Delaware Gov. Jack Markell will lead the effort to resettle thousands of Afghan evacuees as Operation Allies Welcome Coordinator.
3 years ago
5 questions after President Biden’s Afghanistan withdrawal
Among the questions: What happens to the Americans still in Afghanistan? And: What does the exit mean for Biden's approach to the world?
3 years ago
Kenney says Afghan relocation effort in Philadelphia is going smoothly
From Saturday through Monday, the mayor said, 2,386 people evacuated from Afghanistan arrived at Philadelphia International Airport.
4 years ago
The US has remained firm on the August 31st deadline to withdraw troops from Afghanistan, even amidst the devastating chaos of the last few weeks.
Air Date: August 31, 2021 10:00 am
Listen 49:00Hundreds of Afghan evacuees stream through Philadelphia airport
Evacuees from Afghanistan are still arriving in the U.S. via Philadelphia International Airport. City officials expected hundreds more people to fly in Monday.
4 years ago
Last troops exit Afghanistan, ending America’s longest war
The United States completed its withdrawal from Afghanistan late Monday.
4 years ago
EU takes U.S. off safe travel list; backs travel restrictions
The guidance is nonbinding, however, and U.S. travelers should expect a mishmash of travel rules across the continent.
4 years ago
Rockets fired at Kabul airport amid U.S. withdrawal hit homes
Monday's attack came on the eve of the deadline for American troops to withdraw from Afghanistan after the Taliban takeover.
4 years ago
Philly welcomes over 500 Afghan evacuees, and more are coming soon
Mayor Jim Kenney said the city anticipates “Operation Allies Refuge PHL” to pick up speed in the coming days. Here’s how you can help.
4 years ago
Scenes from the Philly airport welcoming center for Afghan evacuees
You can help by donating to local relief organizations.
4 years ago