How Ready Is Brazil For The Summer Olympics?
A number of athletes have dropped out of the Summer Olympics in Brazil over Zika concerns and the nation is dealing with widespread corruption, polluted waters and political turmoil.
Latin America
Mexico Gets First Independent Gas Station In Over 75 Years
The first non-state-run gas station has opened in Mexico in more than 75 years, breaking the monopoly on fuel and opening the possibility that fuel prices could become more competitive.
Colombia's President: Making Peace With Rebels Is 'A Good Investment'
After 52 years of conflict, Colombia's civil war is now over. President Juan Manuel Santos tells NPR how he worked out the deal with the FARC rebels.
Obama To Meet Mexican-Canadian Counterparts In Ottawa
When North American leaders get together, it's often called the "Three Amigos" summit. This year it's a friendly gathering, and one sign of cooperation is a continent-wide push for more clean energy.
How An Electric Shock Could One Day Protect You From Zika
Scientists are making impressive progress in creating a vaccine for Zika. And they're using a new technology that makes vaccine development faster than ever.
Rio Is Ready, Says CEO In Charge Of 2016 Summer Olympics
The Olympic Games are less than six weeks away and all eyes are on Rio de Janeiro as the city tries to manage its busiest summer in recent memory. Linda Wertheimer talks to Sidney Levy, Rio 2016 CEO.
Venezuela's Lack Of Food And Medicine Is Outrageous, Professor Says
Linda Wertheimer talks to Miguel Martinez Meucci, a college professor in Caracas, about food and medicine shortages and other aspects of daily life during Venezuela's economic crisis.
Soccer Shocker: Lionel Messi Says He's Retiring From Argentina's National Team
But fans hope Messi will rethink his declaration of "I think it's over" once the wave of postgame frustration at Argentina's 4-2 loss to Chile in Sunday's Copa America final has passed.
Expanded Panama Canal Debuts At A Difficult Time For International Shipping
Troubled by delays and more than a billion dollars over budget, the new Panama Canal took more than a decade to build. Can the project payoff amid a changing and slumping shipping industry?
Expanded Canal Opens In Panama
After about a decade of construction and a $5 billion price tag, a new, bigger canal has opened in Panama. It's been a source of national pride for Panamanians.