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Israel is engaged in conflicts on 3 separate fronts: Hamas, Hezbollah and Iran
Israel is fighting Hamas in Gaza, with Hezbollah in Lebanon, and now directly with Iran. How are the conflicts linked, and how does it intend to handle all three at once?
Dubai Unveils World's Deepest Pool
The pool carries as much water as six Olympic-size swimming pools. Beneath the surface, divers can explore an underwater "abandoned" city with apartments and an arcade.
Two American Citizens Among Those Arrested In Haitian President's Assassination
by Jason Beaubien
Haiti's police chief says they've detained 17 suspects. And that three other suspects were killed by police and eight more are on the run.
Russian Cyberattacks Present Serious Threat To U.S.
by Lucian Kim
Russia's cyberwarfare activity was a focus of President Biden's meeting with President Vladimir Putin last month. Analysts say it is the great leveler when it comes to Russia-U.S. competition.
Haitian Ambassador Discusses Ongoing Investigation Into Assassination Of President
NPR's Leila Fadel speaks with Ambassador Hervé Denis about the assassination of Haiti's president and what lies ahead for the interim government.
Giant Digital Cat Captivates Japan Via Billboard
The 3D cat doesn't advertise anything. It just does cat things-- like nap or lick its paws. The company running the billboard says they hope the cat will brighten up the city.
Surfside Building Collapse Sparks Scrutiny Over Power Of Condo Association Boards
by Danny Rivero
Made up of residents, condo association boards take care of the mundane but also important and costly repairs. Local governments are cracking down on ones that are behind on required inspections.
President Biden Defends Decision To Withdraw Troops From Afghanistan
NPR talks to Veteran diplomat Aaron David Miller about Biden's decision, even as a newly-emboldened Taliban continues to gain territory and Afghanistan's military shows further signs of disarray.
Texas Lawmakers Take Another Shot At Passing New Voting Laws
by Ashley Lopez
Texas legislators have begun a special session, where they once again will consider a bill that could change how the state votes.
A Look At China's 'Red Tourism' Industry As The Communist Party Turns 100
by Emily Feng
China is promoting "red tourism" — visiting Communist Party historical sites that venerate Chairman Mao Zedong, and increasingly, the country's current leader Xi Jinping.
Zaila Avant-Garde Makes History With Scripps Spelling Bee Win
14-year-old Zaila Avant-garde breezed to the championship on Thursday night. The only previous Black winner was Jody-Anne Maxwell of Jamaica, the only champ from outside the United States.