At least 3 migrants die trying to cross the English Channel This latest incident comes as 2024 is named the deadliest year on record for small boat crossings along the perilous migration route. Read more on NPR
Month: December 2024
NPR News: These were the most-borrowed books from public libraries in 2024
These were the most-borrowed books from public libraries in 2024 Many of the most-borrowed books in 2024, including ‘romantasy’ titles and memoirs, also appeared on public library lists in 2023. Read more on NPR
NPR News: Jimmy Carter gave Panama control of the canal. It’s one of his most controversial achievements
Jimmy Carter gave Panama control of the canal. It’s one of his most controversial achievements Handing control of the Panama Canal from the U.S. over to the Central American country was one of President Jimmy Carter’s most controversial, and most overshadowed, foreign policy achievements. Read more on NPR
NPR News: A look back at Jimmy Carter’s presidency
A look back at Jimmy Carter’s presidency Former President Jimmy Carter served as president of the United States from 1977 to 1981, with a focus on human rights-centered policies. Read more on NPR
NPR News: Carter’s single White House term still stirs controversy after more than 40 years
Carter’s single White House term still stirs controversy after more than 40 years Jimmy Carter was a former one-term governor from Georgia, almost unknown nationally, when he broke through in Iowa and New Hampshire early in 1976 and rode that momentum all the way to Washington. Read more on NPR
NPR News: 2 men were found dead from exposure after looking for Sasquatch
2 men were found dead from exposure after looking for Sasquatch The bodies of two men looking for Sasquatch were found in a forest in Washington state after a three-day search. Read more on NPR
NPR News: Jimmy Carter, former U.S. president and peace activist, dies at 100
Jimmy Carter, former U.S. president and peace activist, dies at 100 Carter was president from 1977 to 1981, but he was perhaps more famous for the life he led after he left office. He was one of the biggest advocates for peace, democracy and human rights. Read more on NPR
NPR News: He left everything to flee war in Syria. What does the war’s end mean for his future?
He left everything to flee war in Syria. What does the war’s end mean for his future? When Syria’s dictatorship fell in early December, celebrations broke out around the world – including nearly 6,000 miles away, in Toledo, Ohio. That’s where Mohammed al-Refai, a refugee from Syria, lives now. NPR has followed his story for…
NPR News: Stories that gave us joy (and a new workout routine) in 2024
Stories that gave us joy (and a new workout routine) in 2024 In a year where there was a plethora of bad news around the world — climate, conflict and more — there were moments of joy in our global coverage. Take a look! Read more on NPR
NPR News: Stories that gave us joy (and a new exercise routine) in 2024
Stories that gave us joy (and a new exercise routine) in 2024 In a year where there was a plethora of bad news around the world — climate, conflict and more — there were moments of joy in our global coverage. Take a look! Read more on NPR