China’s Government Tightens Its Grip On Golf, Shuts Down Courses
China has had a complicated history with golf. At one time, the country seemed golf crazy, but it became synonymous with corrupt officials. Once again it is in the crosshairs of China’s government.
NPR News: Massive Fire At London High-Rise Started In A Refrigerator, Police Say
Massive Fire At London High-Rise Started In A Refrigerator, Police Say
Investigators also say the building’s cladding failed safety tests. Police say they’re considering manslaughter charges in the case, in which at least 79 people died.
NPR News: German Government Dodges Opposition Attempts To Debate Same-Sex Marriage
German Government Dodges Opposition Attempts To Debate Same-Sex Marriage
Germany’s ruling party wants to avoid debating same-sex marriage before this year’s election. Unlike most other western nations, “equal marriage” still isn’t legal in Germany.
NPR News: Diplomatic Row Between Qatar And Neighbors Escalates
Diplomatic Row Between Qatar And Neighbors Escalates
Qatar is facing renewed isolation from its neighbors in the Middle East. A group of countries led by Saudi Arabia and Kuwait want Qatar to shut down Al-Jazeera and cut diplomatic ties to Iran.
NPR News: Morning News Brief: Senate Republicans Release Health Care Bill, China Vs. Golf
Morning News Brief: Senate Republicans Release Health Care Bill, China Vs. Golf
We look at the bill Senate Republicans have unveiled to overhaul U.S. health care. And China’s government is cracking down on golf.
NPR News: China’s Government Tightens Its Grip On Golf, Shuts Down Courses
China’s Government Tightens Its Grip On Golf, Shuts Down Courses
China has had a complicated history with golf. At one time, the country seemed golf crazy but it became synonymous with corrupt officials. Once again it is in the crosshairs of China’s government.
NPR News: U.N. Says World’s Population Will Reach 9.8 Billion By 2050
U.N. Says World’s Population Will Reach 9.8 Billion By 2050
The population growth is being driven by high birth rates in developing nations as well as higher life expectancy worldwide.
