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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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Thousands of Venezuelans Protest Presidential Election Results

A demonstrator kicks a picture of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro during a protest in Valencia, Carabobo state, Venezuela on Wednesday. Juan Carlos Hernandez/AFP via Getty Images hide caption

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Thousands of Venezuelans Protest Presidential Election Results

Venezuelans continue to protest Sunday's disputed election in which President Nicolas Maduro claimed victory. The opposition says it has evidence that their candidate won. And in China, an informal social media poll favors one candidate for the US presidency.

Thousands of Venezuelans Protest Presidential Election Results

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Ethiopia's Drought Forces New Cultivation Methods

People find new ways to grow food after severe drought in some regions of Ethiopia.

Ethiopia's Drought Forces New Cultivation Methods

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Rocket Strike Brings Mourning and Questions of Identity to Druze Community

The Druze community of the Golan Heights mourns after a weekend rocket strike on a soccer field kills 12 children. The attack raises questions about the Druze identity— an Arab minority group that can claim Israeli citizenship.

Rocket Strike Brings Mourning and Questions of Identity to Druze Community

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Election in Venezuela: A Presidential Challenger Who Isn't Even on the Ballot

Opposition candidate Edmundo González Urrutia and party leader María Corina Machado wave to supporters in Las Mercedes on July 25, during their closing campaign event. Lexi Parra for NPR hide caption

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Election in Venezuela: A Presidential Challenger Who Isn't Even on the Ballot

In Venezuela's presidential elections, incumbent Nicholas Maduro fights a movement against him lead by Maria Corina Machado, who's been barred from the race. In Russia, Russian American journalist, Alsu Kurmasheva, is sentenced to prison in a case similar to that of jailed Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich.

Election in Venezuela: A Presidential Challenger Who Isn't Even on the Ballot

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An Olympic First: Paris to hold the Opening Ceremony in the River Seine

PARIS, FRANCE - JULY 25: Grandstands are are ready for the Paris 2024 Olympics opening ceremony along the Seine river on July 25, 2024 in Paris, France. (Photo by Huang Liang/Beijing Youth Daily/VCG via Getty Images) Beijing Youth Daily/VCG via Getty Images hide caption

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An Olympic First: Paris to hold the Opening Ceremony in the River Seine

Olympic Opening Ceremonies are typically held in stadiums. For the 2024 Games, Paris is taking the event to the heart of the city, in and along the River Seine. NPR's Eleanor Beardsley has this preview.

An Olympic First: Paris to hold the Opening Ceremony in the River Seine

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Beats for Buddhism: A South Korean DJ spins followers to the faith

South Korean comedian Yoon Seong-ho, known as NewJeansNim, wearing monk's robes and performing during an electronic dance music party event for the annual Lotus Lantern Festival to celebrate the Buddha's birthday in Seoul, on May 12. Jung Yeon-Je/AFP via Getty Images hide caption

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Beats for Buddhism: A South Korean DJ spins followers to the faith

Like many other countries, South Koreans are turning away from organized religions. But DJ Yoon Seong-ho is using his beats to attract new followers to his Buddhist faith.

Beats for Buddhism: A South Korean DJ spins followers to the faith

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A Story About Witches in Ukraine
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A Story About Witches in Ukraine

A play about witches is selling out in Ukraine's capital Kyiv. And even though the plot takes place centuries ago, the play's takeaways and parallels to today resonate with Ukrainians. We hear from actors and audience members.

A Story About Witches in Ukraine

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A U.S. Journalist is Sentenced in Russia

US journalist Evan Gershkovich, accused of espionage, stands inside a glass defendants' cage during the verdict announcement at the Sverdlovsk Regional Court in Yekaterinburg on July 19, 2024. (Photo by Alexander NEMENOV / AFP) (Photo by ALEXANDER NEMENOV/AFP via Getty Images) Alexander Nemenov/AFP via Getty Images hide caption

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A U.S. Journalist is Sentenced in Russia

Wall Street Journal correspondent Evan Gershkovich was sentenced to 16 years in a Russian prison on charges of espionage. His employer and the U.S. government have said he is innocent and the trial is a sham. We hear the latest from Moscow and reaction from the U.S.

A U.S. Journalist is Sentenced in Russia

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Bringing Dead Loved Ones Back to Life in China Using AI

Artificial Intelligence makes it possible to resurrect deceased loved-ones in the form of a very convincing video and audio imitation. Some companies in China are beginning to provide this as a service. We hear about the practice and the ethical questions it raises

Bringing Dead Loved Ones Back to Life in China Using AI

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Youth in Kenya Take to the Streets

A teargas canister detonates as protesters run for safety during anti-government protests in Nairobi on July 16. Tony Karumba/AFP via Getty Images hide caption

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Youth in Kenya Take to the Streets

In Kenya, protests that began in response to tax increases have grown into a movement demanding the president's resignation. Scores of protestors have gone missing since the anti-government protests began a month ago. Human rights groups fear that the security forces are behind these disappearances. We hear from young protestors.

Youth in Kenya Take to the Streets

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