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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. Support public media by joining NPR+ at plus.npr.org . You’ll get perks for over 25 NPR podcasts, including sponsor-free listening for State of the World.
Episodes


Encore: Childhood Stamp Collection Opened a Reporter’s Eyes to the World

Surf’s Down in Munich

China’s Split-Screen Economy
The podcast episode, "State of the World," from NPR, focuses on China's "split screen economy," highlighting a contradiction between a booming technology industry and dim prospects for other economic indicators and Chinese workers. NPR's Emily Feng reports from a tech conference in Beijing, showcasing innovations in AI...

How are Negotiations for a Ceasefire Between Russia and Ukraine Going?

Untangling Home Ownership in Syria After a Long War

The U.S. Escalates Pressure on Venezuela

China, the U.S. and the World’s Energy Future

What’s Next for Israel’s Prime Minister?

Fishermen in Ecuador Contend with Drug Gangs and U.S. Military Strikes

The Culture War Over Pigeon Feeding in Mumbai

Searching for Survivors 40 Years After One of Latin America’s Deadliest Disasters

A Month into the Ceasefire in Gaza, What’s Next?

The Women Fighting on Ukraine’s Front Lines

State of the World from NPR-11.10.2025

Racing to Save a Ukrainian Archaeological Site Exposed by the War

In Dharamshala, Tibetans Worry About Preserving Their Identity

Our Correspondent is Finally Allowed into Gaza

The Story of Three Defiant Nuns in Austria

An Annual Ritual in the West Bank Now Under Threat
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