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The Ambitious Effort to Save New Zealand’s Iconic Bird
https://www.npr.org/2025/10/13/nx-s1-5565215/the-ambitious-effort-to-save-new-zealands-iconic-bird
Published: October 13, 2025 15:31
The kiwi, an adorable flightless bird from New Zealand, is disappearing, largely because of invasive species brought to the country’s islands by humans. So New Zealand has set a goal of exterminating rats, possums and other invasive animals that threaten…
Is Italy’s Super Volcano Getting Ready to Erupt?
https://www.npr.org/2025/10/10/nx-s1-5569782/is-italys-super-volcano-getting-ready-to-erupt
Published: October 10, 2025 19:00
Italy’s Campi Flegrei volcano is depicted in Greek and Roman mythology as the entrance to the underworld. Its eruptions thousands of years ago blocked out the sun, turning summer into winter. And now the volcano is stirring in a way it hasn’t for…
A Deal Emerges for Peace in Gaza and the Release of Hostages
Published: October 9, 2025 19:45
Israel and Hamas have agreed on the "first phase" of a Gaza ceasefire deal, raising the possibility that the war may now be over. We hear from two of our correspondents in the region who have covered the entire war about the details in the plan and…
Destruction Continues in Southern Lebanon
https://www.npr.org/2025/10/08/nx-s1-5567134/destruction-continues-in-southern-lebanon
Published: October 8, 2025 20:31
We continue our look at the ramifications of the two years of Israel’s war against Hamas in Gaza. We go to southern Lebanon where demolitions and attacks on towns near the boarder with Israel continue even after a cease-fire between the two countries was…
Two Years After an Attack that Shook the Mideast, What are the Consequences?
Published: October 7, 2025 19:15
On October 7, 2023, a surprise attack from Hamas-led militants in Gaza became the deadliest day in Israeli history. Israel’s ensuing war in Gaza has been the deadliest and most destructive Palestinians have ever endured. We look at the heavy human costs…
Political Gridlock in France
https://www.npr.org/2025/10/06/nx-s1-5564046/political-gridlock-in-france
Published: October 6, 2025 21:30
France’s prime minister resigns with his government having been in power for only 18 hours. The country has had five prime ministers in two years, and the political crisis facing President Emmanuel Macron and a divided parliament is deepening. This…
Puppets Pushed Off the Air in Russia and France
https://www.npr.org/2025/10/03/nx-s1-5561951/puppets-pushed-off-the-air-in-russia-and-france
Published: October 3, 2025 19:05
The recent controversy in the U.S. over Jimmy Kimmel’s show being taken off the air, then restored got two of our correspondents thinking about similar sagas in the countries they cover. In both France and Russia popular political satire shows with…
Youth-led Protests in Multiple African Countries
https://www.npr.org/2025/10/02/nx-s1-5561080/youth-led-protests-in-multiple-african-countries
Published: October 2, 2025 20:04
Protests in Morocco and Madagascar, two disparate and distant African countries, highlight the younger generation’s frustrations over enduring years of poor governance. Our correspondent in Africa tells us these youth movements are fueled by social media…
Saving Coral in Colombia; Rating Your Taxi’s Smell in China
Published: October 1, 2025 20:57
In Colombia we meet marine biologist Elvira Álvarado, known as the “mother of coral”. At 70, she’s still diving and pioneering a type of coral IVF to help save endangered reefs.And in China, ride-hailing companies are penalizing drivers for smelly rides.…
Ukraine’s Flourishing Arms Industry
https://www.npr.org/2025/09/30/nx-s1-5558369/ukraines-flourishing-arms-industry
Published: September 30, 2025 19:43
The United States is no longer providing weapons to Ukraine directly in their fight against Russia, so Ukraine is building their own as fast as they can. Ukraine’s president has suggested their weapons industry is advanced enough export their goods to…
President Trump Announces His Peace Plan for Gaza
https://www.npr.org/2025/09/29/nx-s1-5557331/president-trump-announces-his-peace-plan-for-gaza
Published: September 29, 2025 20:32
In a joint news conference with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, President Trump unveiled a 20-point plan to end the fighting in Gaza. Netanyahu said he has agreed to the plan for now, but underscored that Israel is ready to keep fighting if…
Mexico’s Popular But Forbidden Edible Cactus
https://www.npr.org/2025/09/26/nx-s1-5554541/mexicos-popular-but-forbidden-edible-cactus
Published: September 26, 2025 20:22
In Mexico, chile en nogada is the taste of September. But one key ingredient —a candied cactus — is now illegal to buy - because its on the verge of extinction. But as our Mexico correspondent learns, traditions in Mexico are very hard to break.Learn more…
What Life is Like in Gaza; Will Recognition of a Palestinian State Make a Difference?
Published: September 25, 2025 21:45
Our reporter in Gaza brings us scenes from Gaza City as Israel attempts to occupy the population center. A hospital courtyard has become a graveyard. And we hear one expert’s take on whether recent announcements of countries recognizing a Palestinian…
Renewed Pressure on Russia Over the War in Ukraine
https://www.npr.org/2025/09/24/nx-s1-5552725/renewed-pressure-on-russia-over-the-war-in-ukraine
Published: September 24, 2025 20:36
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky addresses the United Nations the day after President Trump reversed his position on the war with Russia, saying Ukraine could win back all the territory it has lost. Meanwhile, Russia’s ramped up attacks on Ukraine…