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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, ... more

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Greg Dixon
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4.4 out of 5 stars from 909 ratings
  • Long time listener still listening

    I’ve been listening since this was State of Ukraine because I felt the need to stay up to date for personal reasons but have stuck around as the stories are so relevant, compelling and important.

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    Scrabble is cool
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  • Hamas sympathizers

    The title says it all. Pretending like the people of Gaza and Hamas haven’t been acting this way since 1948 isn’t honest

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    Lagor123
    United States4 months ago
  • Daily World

    Enjoying the short takes on some daily world news.

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  • Episode re Israeli/Hamas ceasefire

    I listened to the podcast with great curiosity and increasing incredulousness. Is it possible for an alleged news source to provide spread more disinformation in 9 minutes? First note, they discuss Israel “dropping bombs” on the same day ceasefire was agreed to without any mention that it was in response to rockets being shot from Gaza. The discussion regarding the nonsense Hamas casualty number of 46K+ “mostly women and children” casualties which is not only statistically IMPOSSIBLE given the ... more

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Criticism arises from concerns of perceived bias in coverage, especially during sensitive geopolitical discussions.
There are mixed feelings regarding the expanded scope beyond Ukraine, with some preferring more focus on certain regions.

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A Deal Emerges for Peace in Gaza and the Release of Hostages
Q: What would it mean to you to have Tal's remains back with you?
Having Tal's remains would allow the family and all affected families to finally move on from the state of grief they have been stuck in since his disappearance.
A Deal Emerges for Peace in Gaza and the Release of Hostages
Q: What was going through your mind and your heart when you heard for the first time that an agreement had been reached?
Initially, there was relief because it was what the families had been striving for over two years, culminating in protests and engagement with politicians.
What Life is Like in Gaza; Will Recognition of a Palestinian State Make a Difference?
Q: Given the facts on the ground, do you think there is still a path to a two-state solution?
The term 'two-state solution' is misleading as it may result in Palestinians living under a police state without true sovereignty, as the existing conditions do not favor genuine liberation.
What Life is Like in Gaza; Will Recognition of a Palestinian State Make a Difference?
Q: Can there be meaningful change for the lives of Palestinians as long as the US continues to allow the Israeli government a free hand?
The US remains a significant obstacle to achieving a resolution, but historical precedents show that change can occur despite strong opposing forces.
What Life is Like in Gaza; Will Recognition of a Palestinian State Make a Difference?
Q: Could it have a negative impact on Palestinians?
Yes, there is a concern that Israel's backlash to international recognition could exacerbate situations for Palestinians, potentially leading to more aggression and territorial annexation.

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