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State of the World from NPR

2 years ago

American forces made a formal exit from Iraq with a low-key ceremony. It marks the end of an era that began over 23 years ago with President George Bush's "shock and awe" invasion. The U.S. military has actually been in Iraq for much of the last 35 years, and the country is still facing an uncertain future.

5 hours ago

Swiss glaciers suffer another year of record ice loss

7 hours ago

Greetings from Syria, where time seems to melt as a glassmaker braves scorching temps

12 hours ago

On flight to Israel, pilot is stabbed, plane plunges before passengers tackle attacker

8 hours ago

Up First Newsletter

2 years ago

U.S. forces exit Iraq amid Iran war. And, SCOTUS revives Trump deportation policy

19 hours ago

Middle East conflict

1 year ago

The U.S. military withdraws from Iraq over 2 decades after its invasion

11 hours ago

Retired general who led troops in Iraq warns U.S. exit may give Iran, ISIS an opening

16 hours ago

An 87-year-old woman whose eviction sparked protests in Spain is returning home

23 hours ago

U.S. demands action on Nicaraguan decision to end elections

1 day ago

Sources & Methods

1 day ago

Europe on edge from threats of Russia's growing escalation. Can NATO defend itself?

1 day ago

U.S. vs. China: Inside a great power rivalry

13 days ago

Potential Taiwan tension sparked 'last minute' change in Trump-Xi National Archives visit

1 day ago

Trump weakens fuel efficiency standards. And, Cornell fraternity rape case reopened

1 day ago

As the U.S. signals a smaller Middle East footprint, Turkey is ready to step in

1 day ago

Where is Austin Tice?: The escape

1 day ago

Turkey's burgeoning defense industry, soft cultural power and role as conflict mediator are growing its influence in the Middle East. As dynamics with Iran, Gaza and the U.S. shift, Turkey is positioning itself as a new regional power.

2 days ago

What we know about the suspected U.K. terror plot. And, why the Gulf remains in limbo

2 days ago

5 men arrested near a U.S.-run base bailed as UK police probe if there's an Iran link

2 days ago

Eviction of 87-year-old sparks protests in Madrid over housing crisis

2 days ago

South Africa reels from spate of mass shootings that killed 38 people in a week

3 days ago

Playing 'La Bamba' for an hour? Must be a Mexican fandango!

3 days ago

Photos: This may be the most inspirational night school on Earth

3 days ago

5 arrested near a U.K. air base used by U.S. on suspicion of preparing a terrorist act

3 days ago

Trump calls Iranian plan to reopen Strait of Hormuz not 'acceptable'

4 days ago

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4 days ago

Why this island paradise has the world's fastest-growing HIV epidemic

4 days ago