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In Beijing, Chinese president Xi Jinping promised African leaders money and jobs as China continues to expand its influence in Africa

Telluride ski area is expected to close tomorrow after failed contract negotiations with ski patrol ended in a call to strike.

Today Telluride resort opened limited terrain amid a strike by the ski patrol union. As the strike hit day 10, Telluride reopened Lift 1, Meadows Carpet, and Vista Carpet - all beginner areas low on the mountain.

For most countries, many medal-winning athletes receive a hefty financial bonus. The amount depends — but can reaches upwards of $200,000 for some nations.

Cuba's government confirmed that it had recently met with U.S. officials on the island as tensions between the two sides remain high over the U.S. energy blockade of the Caribbean country.

Soundgarden guitarist Kim Thayil writes about the ascent of the first grunge band to sign with a major label and the death of lead singer Chris Cornell in his memoir, "A Screaming Life."

Far-Flung Postcards is a weekly series in which NPR's international team shares moments from their lives and work around the world.

The military said Friday it used intelligence sources to target militants over the previous 24 hours. The operations were in response to attacks by militants earlier in the week.

She said she wasn't offended by dumb blonde jokes because "I know I'm not dumb...and I also know I'm not blonde!" We take a moment to remember the smart, funny and uniquely talented Dolly Parton.

His trip to Vietnam marks his third visit to an ASEAN member state as he seeks to restore Myanmar's standing in the bloc.