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20 August 2025
Nearly 4,000 soldiers aid in fighting wildfires tearing across Spain
Wildfires are tearing across Spain, killing several people and scorching nearly 1,500 square miles. This year's fire season is already among the country's worst on record.
2 min
20 August 2025
John Bolton discusses what security guarantees for Ukraine might look like
NPR's Michel Martin asks former U.S. National Security Advisor John Bolton about the prospects for security guarantees in Ukraine and what they might look like.
5 min
20 August 2025
What challenges Europe faces in ending Russia's war in Ukraine
Following the meetings with Trump and Zelenskyy at the White House, European leaders have been urgently trying to figure out what they need to do next to end Russia's war in Ukraine.
3 min
20 August 2025
Morning news brief
Six GOP governors sending National Guard troops to D.C., European leaders weigh options for Ukraine, Texas Legislature appears on verge of redrawing congressional map to help Republicans in midterms.
10 min
20 August 2025
How philanthropic organizations are working to support smaller public radio stations
How are philanthropic organizations working to bridge the funding gap created by the rescission cuts passed earlier this year?
3 min
20 August 2025
Some Florida farmers reduce crops as deportation fears drive workers away
U.S. farmers are feeling the impact of Trump's immigration crackdown. In some communities, immigration raids have slowed farm operations. NPR reports from Central Florida's strawberry region.
5 min
20 August 2025
Sweden is moving the 113-year-old Kiruna Church to save it
Sweden's 113-year-old Kiruna Church is being transported away from a location that is sinking due to underground mining.
2 min
20 August 2025
How some people who pay for their own health insurance are preparing for price hikes
People who buy their own health insurance are facing significant price hikes next year as federal tax credits passed by Congress during the COVID-19 pandemic are set to expire in December.
3 min
20 August 2025
Trump administration wants government to have an equity stake in chipmaker Intel
The Trump administration is pursuing an unusual deal that would make the U.S. government a major stakeholder in chipmaker Intel. NPR unpacks the proposal with Bloomberg reporter Mackenzie Hawkins.
4 min
20 August 2025
NYC woman sources own engagement ring diamond after 3 weeks of digging in Arkansas
A 31-year-old woman from New York City decided to source her own diamond for an engagement ring. She finally found one — after digging for three weeks straight in Arkansas.
2 min