A discotheque in Berlin founded by Soviet Jews finds new life
Some 200,000 Jewish refugees came to Germany after the fall of the USSR, and brought cultural traditions — like partying hard during Christmas.
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These Ukrainian women survived a massacre. Now, they're shooting down Russian drones
Women from a Kyiv suburb traumatized by a 2022 massacre by Russian troops joined an all-female volunteer air defense unit to deal with their fears.
Ukraine's capital opens 2025 under a new wave of Russian drone attacks
The attack began hours after Ukraine's president addressed his nation. He acknowledged the agony of 2024 with heavy battlefield casualties and Russia's army advancing along much of the 600-mile front.
Life Kit's guide to a successful Dry January
It is officially 2025 and 'Life Kit' is kicking the year off with a series to help people complete Dry January successfully. And, a look ahead for this year from pop culture to politics.
Ukraine halts transit of Russian gas to Europe after a prewar deal expired
Among the hardest-hit will be Moldova, which has brought in emergency measures as residents brace for a harsh winter and looming power cuts.
Syrian official makes peace overture to Israel. What's the regional impact?
The governor of Damascus faced major backlash in the Arab world for his comments about making peace with Israel. But what do Israelis and Syrians want?
Tourism rentals force some longtime Mexico City residents out of housing
Mexico City is the latest major metropolitan area to impose restrictions on Airbnb — after New York City and Barcelona. Soaring housing prices have displaced many longtime residents.
Following surge in gang violence, Trinidad and Tobago declare state of emergency
NPR's Leila Fadel talks to journalist Kejan Haynes on the latest from Trinidad and Tobago, where the government declared a state of emergency following bouts of gang violence.
Morning news brief
Ukraine's capital begins the new year under a new wave of Russian drone attacks. At least half of Puerto Rico is starting the new year without power. Many people this month will embark on Dry January.
A Lagos film festival spotlights stories of Nigeria that the mainstream is missing
An emerging film festival in Lagos, Nigeria, is trying to change the stories mainstream Nigerian films tell.