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Climate prize winner empowers women in India to become farmers and entrepreneurs

The group Swayam Shikshan Prayog, which will be recognized today at the U.N. COP27 summit, focuses on the restoration of livelihoods, especially for women, amid the negative impacts of climate change. → Read More

Climate prize winner empowers women in India to become farmers and entrepreneurs

The group Swayam Shikshan Prayog, which will be recognized today at the U.N. COP27 summit, focuses on the restoration of livelihoods, especially for women, amid the negative impacts of climate change. → Read More

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Birds fall to Earth from Delhi's toxic skies. Two brothers are there to save them

Named the best documentary at Sundance and Cannes, All That Breathes explores the mission of two Muslim brothers: saving a raptor cut down by smog and deadly kite strings. → Read More

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Contaminated cough syrup from India linked to 70 child deaths. It's happened before

The World Health Organization has issued an alert about the deaths in the West African nation of Gambia. For context, we speak to the authors of The Truth Pill: The Myth of Drug Regulation in India. → Read More

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5 big ideas for the White House's Global COVID Summit

We asked experts from around the world: What would they like to see on the agenda for this virtual event. Their ideas include fair pay for all health workers — and a makeover for foreign aid. → Read More

The mask mandate is off for U.S. travelers. In other countries it's definitely on

In China, for example, not only are masks required on planes but gloves are recommended — and passengers are urged not to touch their face during the flight. Here's what you'll find around the globe. → Read More

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The mask mandate is off for U.S. travelers. In other countries it's definitely on

In China, for example, not only are masks required on planes but gloves are recommended — and passengers are urged not to touch their face during the flight. Here's what you'll find around the globe. → Read More

Two Indian half-sisters are the talk of 'Bridgerton' — and of modern-day India, too

Kate and Edwina Sharma are having quite an impact on 19th century English society — and 21st century India. Their role in the Netflix show has sparked talk of colorism, colonialism and women's rights. → Read More

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Two Indian half-sisters are the talk of 'Bridgerton' — and of modern-day India, too

Kate and Edwina Sharma are having quite an impact on 19th century English society — and 21st century India. Their role in the Netflix show has sparked talk of colorism, colonialism and women's rights. → Read More

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Nightly midnight jog by Indian teen inspires millions on Twitter

19-year-old Pradeep Mehra works 1 p.m. to 11 p.m., then runs home to keep in shape for his goal: joining India's highly selective army. A video of his nightly jog has become a Twitter sensation. → Read More

Nightly midnight jog by Indian teen inspires millions on Twitter

19-year-old Pradeep Mehra works 1 p.m. to 11 p.m., then runs home to keep in shape for his goal: joining India's highly selective army. A video of his nightly jog has become a Twitter sensation. → Read More

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A yak, a ticked-off teacher, an Oscar nomination for Bhutan: We interview the director

The movie is Lunana: A Yak in the Classroom, up for best international feature. It's about an urban teacher who's ticked off about being sent to work in a remote village with no electricity. → Read More

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Smartphones are taboo for some girls in India. That's bad news for their future

In some communities, parents won't get a phone for a daughter (though they will for a son). That's set girls back during the virtual learning of the pandemic and can dampen their job prospects. → Read More

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A coconut seller and a day laborer reflect on life in astoundingly unequal India

It's one of the world's most unequal countries, says a new report. And the gap between rich and poor is getting worse. Two workers who each make less than $5 a day describe what their lives are like. → Read More

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These 4 college freshmen from India have a remarkable story to tell

They came from families that have faced seemingly insurmountable hardships and were admitted by top U.S. colleges. A school in India gave them their chance. → Read More

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Afghan Health Minister: Health Care Is 'On The Verge Of Collapse' But 'I'm Optimistic'

Dr. Wahid Majrooh tells NPR that "If I am hesitant and doubtful now it won't help anyone, and people in need of care will be the first to be affected." → Read More

Why The World Should Be More Than A Bit Worried About India’s Nipah Virus Outbreak

A case of the virus, which claimed a 12-year-old boy's life, has sparked fears of a new outbreak in India. Researchers fear that the deadly disease has the potential to cause global outbreaks as well. → Read More

Why The World Should Be More Than A Bit Worried About India's Nipah Virus Outbreak

A case of the virus, which claimed a 12-year-old boy's life, has sparked fears of a new outbreak in India. Researchers fear that the deadly disease has the potential to cause global outbreaks as well. → Read More

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Why The World Should Be More Than A Bit Worried About India's Nipah Virus Outbreak

A case of the virus, which claimed a 12-year-old boy's life, has sparked fears of a new outbreak in India. Researchers fear that the deadly disease has the potential to cause global outbreaks as well. → Read More

India’s COVID Orphans Face Trauma And Trafficking Risks

India is trying to track — and help — the hundreds of children orphaned by the pandemic. Are the government efforts enough to protect them? → Read More