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State of the World from NPR

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.

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  • Trump Administration’s War with International Drug Cartels

    Trump Administration’s War with International Drug Cartels
    Sep 5 2025

    U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio says the Trump administration is at war with the drug cartels and a recent deadly strike on a boat from Venezuela was just the beginning. Some countries in Central and South America are expressing unease, while others are willing to partner in the effort- despite questions about the legalities of the administration’s actions.

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    7 mins
  • U.S. coffee tariffs stir trouble for Brazil but opportunity for Colombia

    U.S. coffee tariffs stir trouble for Brazil but opportunity for Colombia
    Sep 4 2025
    A 50% U.S. tariff on Brazilian coffee just kicked in — and it’s shaking up global supply chains. As American roasters scramble for alternatives, Colombia is cashing in. But how long will the beans — and prices — hold?

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    5 mins
  • What a Parade in China Says About That Country’s View of the World

    What a Parade in China Says About That Country’s View of the World
    Sep 3 2025

    China holds a military parade that is about more that commemorating the end of World War II. We hear about which world leaders attended the ceremony and the message China is trying to convey about its role in the world.

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    8 mins
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