State of the World from NPR
NPR
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
Episodes
Mentioned books
Dec 18, 2023 • 9min
Why is the Mood in China Changing?
China's changing mood and uncertainties post-COVID explored through interviews with individuals experiencing economic challenges and fading ambitions. Transformation from poor country to global power, decline in foreign investment, and a sense of despair for the future highlighted. Shifting zeitgeist emphasized.
Dec 15, 2023 • 10min
Some Convicted Russian Prisoners, Who Fought In Ukraine, Are Now Free
A government program in Russia offers pardons to prisoners convicted of serious crime who agree to fight in Ukraine, with serious consequences for victims and their families. The podcast explores the motivations of prisoners considering this opportunity for freedom, the aftermath of the program on freed prisoners, and the lack of justice surrounding the release of a murderer to participate in the conflict.
Dec 14, 2023 • 6min
Rising Popularity of Hamas in the West Bank
Exploring the rising popularity of Hamas among Palestinians in the West Bank, their skepticism towards Israeli accounts of the attack, reasons behind the support for Hamas including their image of resistance and prisoner exchange with Israel, and the decline in support for the Palestinian Authority.
Dec 13, 2023 • 8min
Ukraine's Tech Industry Works to Defeat an Enemy and Rebuild an Economy
Ukraine's tech industry is being developed to fight the war and revive the economy. The challenges and potential of the industry are discussed. Rebuilding Ukraine and collaborating with other countries are explored, including investing in drones and combating corruption.
Dec 12, 2023 • 6min
Israel's Military Offensive in Gaza's Second-Largest City
In this podcast, we hear dispatches from the intense battle between Israeli forces and Hamas in Gaza's Khan Younis. The fighting is approaching the city's main hospital, causing overcrowded conditions and desperate pleas for help. The chapter highlights personal accounts of hospital workers witnessing gunfire and death. The podcast ends with a request for funding support for NPR's coverage of the conflict.
7 snips
Dec 11, 2023 • 10min
A Power Shift In Poland; French Singer Edith Piaf and AI
Edith Piaf, iconic French singer, is the guest in this podcast. They discuss a historic power shift in Poland, living abroad, and the use of AI to recreate Piaf's voice and image in a biopic.
Dec 8, 2023 • 4min
Can the UK Send Undocumented Migrants to Rwanda?
British government's controversial plan to deport undocumented migrants to Rwanda; challenges to the execution due to legal issues and political pressures faced by Prime Minister Rishi Sunak.
Dec 7, 2023 • 11min
A second frontline: fighting on the border between Israel and Lebanon
The podcast explores the ongoing conflict between Israeli forces and Hezbollah in the border between Israel and Lebanon. It features interviews with residents from both sides, discussing the damage caused by the conflict, the constant fear and surveillance, and the impact of the conflict in Gaza on the town in South Lebanon.
Dec 6, 2023 • 8min
Ukraine prepares for winter attacks on infrastructure
Ukraine prepares for winter attacks on infrastructure, focusing on their efforts to strengthen the power grid and provide essential services like heating and connectivity to its citizens. The vulnerability of the power grid and the need for new power generation sources are also discussed.
Dec 5, 2023 • 6min
The oil-rich country hosting this year's international climate summit
The podcast discusses the tension of an oil-rich country hosting a climate summit, including challenges of cutting fossil fuels, controversies over the summit leader, and frustrations of climate activists and protesters.
