Ari Shapiro, host of NPR‘s All Things Considered, said that he will leave the network at the end of September aftre a 25-year run.
In explaining his departure in a Substack post, Shapiro indicated that his decision was…
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Polish officials say crashed drone is Russian ‘provocation’ – DW – 08/20/2025
Debris of what appears to be a Russian drone crashed into a field in Poland on Wednesday, Polish authorities said.
“Once again, we are dealing with a provocation by the Russian Federation, with a Russian drone,” Polish Defense Minister Wladyslaw…
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Germany, Japan boost defense ties amid China’s growing clout – DW – 08/20/2025
When German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul stood in front of warships at the Japanese naval base in Yokosuka on Tuesday and spoke about China’s growing dominance in the region, he knew where it would be viewed particularly critically.
China…
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Pope Leo calls for worshipers to fast on Friday
Aug. 20 (UPI) — Pope Leo XIV announced Wednesday he is asking the devoted to refrain from eating on Friday and to spend the day praying for peace.
“I invite all the faithful to take part in a day of fasting and prayer on Aug. 22, imploring the…
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Japan hosts Africa summit and seeks greater economic ties in the region
YOKOHAMA, Japan (AP) — Japan’s Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba on Wednesday proposed an economic zone connecting the Indian Ocean to Africa as the country seeks to play a greater role in the African…
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