A student in Gaza is afraid to hope that this time the ceasefire will be real
For Shaymaa Ahmed, a 21-year-old engineering student in Gaza, a cease-fire means she can finally mourn her own family.
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Here's what's in the ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas
The Israel-Hamas ceasefire deal announced Wednesday is intended to end the most intense fighting ever between these bitter rivals. More broadly, the Gaza war unleashed a series of dramatic changes.
Skiers hit the slopes in Lebanon despite turmoil
Ski season has kicked off in the Mediterranean country of Lebanon. Devoted skiers are coming to the slopes despite turmoil in the country.
Israel and Hamas agree on phased ceasefire in Gaza
Israel and Hamas have reached an agreement to end the fighting in Gaza. The U.S. played a key role in the deal, which involves a multi-phase ceasefire.
How do you ensure good luck on Lunar New Year? NPR wants to know
The Lunar New Year falls on Jan. 29 this year. NPR wants to know what traditions you uphold to ensure good luck in the year to come.
What to know about RedNote, the Chinese app that American TikTokkers are flooding
With TikTok's days in the U.S. likely numbered, many American users are moving to another Chinese social media app: RedNote, a heavily censored platform similar to Instagram. Here's what to know.
Israel and Hamas reach a Gaza ceasefire agreement
Israel and Hamas have reached an agreement on a multiphase ceasefire that commits them to end the war in Gaza, President Biden and Qatar's prime minister announced separately on Wednesday.
Gaza and the moon make biennial most-endangered list
The World Monuments Fund list seeks to raise awareness and funds to help preserve the sites it spotlights. Africa's Swahili Coast, Maine's lighthouses and Buddhist grottoes in China are also in peril.
Marco Rubio on a smooth path to Senate confirmation as next secretary of state
Marco Rubio drew bipartisan support among Senate Foreign Relations Committee members at Wednesday's hearing and appears headed for confirmation under President-elect Donald Trump's administration.
South Korean President Yoon detained after standoff over martial law decree
Yoon and his ruling party supporters remain defiant against the insurrection charges. He is South Korea's first sitting president to be detained.