• State of the World from NPR

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State of the World from NPR

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  • Immerse yourself in the most compelling and consequential stories from around the globe. The world is changing in big ways every day. State of the World from NPR takes you where the news is happening — and explains why it matters. With bureaus spanning the globe, NPR reporters bring you facts and context from the ground so you can cut through the noise of disinformation. NPR's State of the World, a human perspective on global stories in just a few minutes, every weekday. State of the World was previously State of Ukraine. You'll continue to hear Ukraine coverage here, along with other international stories.

    Support NPR's reporting by subscribing to State of the World+ and unlock sponsor-free listening. Learn more at plus.npr.org/stateoftheworld
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  • Israel's Attacks on Hezbollah in Lebanon Continue

    Israel's Attacks on Hezbollah in Lebanon Continue
    Sep 20 2024
    A building in a residential neighborhood in Beirut was struck by Israel, killing a senior commander with the militant group Hezbollah and ten other fighters, according to the Israeli military. It was the deadliest attack in Beirut in nearly two decades and it comes in the same week Hezbollah militants were targeted by Israel with thousands of exploding pagers and radios. We go to the scene of the strike in Beirut.

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    5 mins
  • Retiring Later in China; Getting a Driver's License in Mexico

    Retiring Later in China; Getting a Driver's License in Mexico
    Sep 19 2024
    In China the government is raising the official retirement age to combat a rapidly shrinking workforce. We hear reaction from Chinese workers. And life in Mexico City presents many challenges for people there. But getting a driving license isn't one of them.

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    8 mins
  • What is School Like for Children in War Zones?

    What is School Like for Children in War Zones?
    Sep 18 2024
    Life is uncertain for children in war zones. There, school can be a source of stability or just another thing that war obliterates. We hear reports on what school is like in three of the world's most active war zones: Sudan, Gaza and Ukraine.

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    8 mins
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Cant get enough

Cant wait for each episode of the most important issue today. History happening now. Very professional. Wish episodes were longer, deeper. But appreciate every week day.

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