Forget about rare earth minerals. We need more copper
In recent weeks, you’ve likely heard a lot about rare-earth substances with hard-to-pronounce names, but experts warn that the shortage of another crucial metal, copper, could be just as concerning.
After 15 months of displacement, a Palestinian reporter finally returns home
Anas Baba is NPR’s eyes and ears on the ground in Gaza. He’s also one of the only Palestinian journalists working full time for an American news organization in Gaza. Israel has banned international journalists from independent access to the territory throughout this war. But Baba is from Gaza City, and he chose to stay and report when the war began. Today on The Sunday Story, what it’s like to cover the war while also living through it.
Zelenskyy wants U.S. to hit Russia with ‘maximum’ sanctions if it refuses a ceasefire
Ukraine’s president said he hopes the U.S. applies “maximum additional sanctions” on Russia if it refuses to accept a 30-day ceasefire, describing the Russian leader’s “bravado” as a stalling tactic.
More Norwegian ski jumpers have been suspended due to a major cheating scandal
Team officials are accused of altering athletes’ suits to enhance their aerodynamics. The suspension by International Ski and Snowboard Federation follows last week’s FIS Nordic World Ski Championships.
What to know about Canada’s new Prime Minister Mark Carney
Canada has a new Prime Minister, as Mark Carney is sworn into office. He picks up the reins just as Canada is embroiled in a trade war with the U.S.
Understanding President Trump’s tough approach on Ukraine
Ukraine agreed to a U.S. proposal for a 30-day ceasefire, and President Trump says it’s now up to Russia. This comes after a weeks-long pressure campaign from the White House.
A U.S. influencer outrages Australians by snatching a baby wombat from its mom
Outdoor enthusiast Sam Jones left Australia after posting a video of herself separating a baby wombat from its mom on a dark road. Australians are cheering her departure and worrying about the animal.
Duterte is declared fit for ICC appearance as his lawyer alleges he was ‘abducted’
The former Philippine president, accused of crimes against humanity over his deadly “war on drugs,” spoke via video link in his initial appearance at the International Criminal Court in The Hague.
King Charles’ new playlist includes many songs from former British colonies
From disco to Afrobeats, King Charles’s new Apple Music playlist features his fave tunes from former U.K. colonies. Can music heal royal rifts?
Ukrainians describe their vision for a peace deal with Russia
Ukrainians hope that officials’ meeting with U.S. diplomats in Saudi Arabia will be a chance to find a framework for a ceasefire deal with Russia.
Canada’s Next Prime Minister; UN World Heritage Soap
Mark Carney once lead the central bank of Canada and then was tapped to do the same job in England. So he knows a lot about government and finance but he has never held elected office. This weekend he was elected to be head of Canada’s Liberal Party wh…
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