Latest World & National News & Headlines (2024)

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What is the latest global news today? ›

Europe
  • A far-right surge upends national politics. ...
  • Ukraine says deep drone strike destroys rare Russian Su-57 stealth fighter.
  • World War II veteran, 100, marries 96-year-old fiancée near Normandy's D-Day beaches.
  • Far right surges in European Parliament elections but center still holds.

What are some current events happening in the world right now? ›

World News
  • Honduras Plans to Build a 20,000-Capacity 'Megaprison' for Gang Members as Part of a Crackdown. ...
  • UK Polls Point to 'Electoral Extinction' for Prime Minister Sunak's Conservatives. ...
  • Italian Activist Freed From Hungary Returns Home After Being Elected to European Parliament.

Is the NPR a newspaper? ›

National Public Radio (NPR, stylized as npr) is an American non-profit media organization headquartered in Washington, D.C., with its NPR West headquarters in Culver City, California. It serves as a national syndicator to a network of more than 1,000 public radio stations in the United States.

What is WaPo? ›

The Washington Post, locally known as "the Post" and, informally, WaPo or WP, is an American daily newspaper published in Washington, D.C., the national capital.

What is the most recent international news? ›

Doping Regulator Knew of Previous Positive Tests by Chinese Swimmers
  • At the G7, Biden Can't Escape the Shadow of the Gaza War. ...
  • G7 Leaders, Expanding the Circle, Shift Focus to Migration and the South. ...
  • A France in Turmoil Mourns Françoise Hardy, Its Voice of Melancholy Cool.

What is USA Today news? ›

USA TODAY is a multi-platform news and information media company. Founded in 1982, USA TODAY's mission is to serve as a forum for better understanding and unity to help make the USA truly one nation.

What are 3 major current events? ›

  • Comedians share laughs with the Pope. ...
  • Israel and Hezbollah exchange strikes. ...
  • Video shows King Charles' royal portrait vandalized with Gromit face. ...
  • Police met with smoke bombs while dispersing pro-Palestinian protest at Israeli embassy in Mexico City.

What is the biggest event worldwide? ›

The Super Bowl is an annual tradition that gets bigger every year. But its reach, while vast in the U.S., pales when placed alongside the biggest sporting event — and that is the World Cup. The World Cup shatters viewership records with an astonishing 5 billion viewers globally.

What interesting things are happening in the world? ›

13 great things happening in the world right now
  • New Alzheimer's drug is 'most encouraging to date' ...
  • Lettuce is being grown inside an Egyptian supermarket without the need for packaging. ...
  • Bees are enjoying life in the UK's first bee retirement home. ...
  • Scientists are working on a vaccine to target cancer.
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Who are the largest donors to NPR? ›

  • FISCAL YEAR.
  • $1 million+
  • Angie's List. General Motors Corporation. Lumber Liquidators. ...
  • $500,000 – $999,999.
  • Cargill. Citibank. Constant Contact. Constellation Energy Group. ...
  • $250,000 – $499,999.
  • Alliance for Climate Protection. American Public Transportation. Association. CITGO Petroleum Corporation. ...
  • $100,000 – $249,999.

How much does the head of NPR make? ›

The 33 most highly compensated employees were reported to be: $599,502: Jarl Mohn, NPR President and CEO (to 10/14/19) $528,502: Jonathan D Hart, Chief Legal Officer, General Counsel. $515,196: Steven A Inskeep, Host, Morning Edition and Up First.

Who listens to NPR? ›

The NPR audience comprise leaders in the workplace, whether in the private or public sector or their own entrepreneurial ventures. The NPR audience seeks out cultural experiences. The NPR audience strives to make a difference in their communities through activism, education and support of charitable organizations.

Who owns the post? ›

In 1976, Rupert Murdoch, creator of Fox News, bought the Post for US$30.5 million. Since 1993, the Post has been owned by News Corporation and its replacement, News Corp.

What does "WaPo" mean in English? ›

abbreviation. (newspapers) The Washington Post; a newspaper from the United States.

Who owns the Washington Times? ›

The newspaper was founded by Unification Church leader Sun Myung Moon, and it was owned until 2010 by News World Communications, an international media conglomerate founded by Moon. It is currently owned by Operations Holdings, which is a part of the Unification Church movement.

Who are the big three in global news? ›

Although there are many news agencies around the world, three global news agencies, Agence France-Presse (AFP), the Associated Press (AP), and Reuters have offices in most countries of the world, cover all areas of media, and provide the majority of international news printed by the world's newspapers.

What recently happened in Canada? ›

Canada
  • Liberals introduce capital gains tax changes. Here's what to know. ...
  • Canada, U.K. launch joint privacy investigation into 23andMe data breach. Canada. ...
  • Mayor thanks Calgarians for conserving water, AHS lifts boil water advisory for Bowness. Canada. ...
  • 'Unethical breeders' leaving dogs to die. Ontario city wants tougher law.

What is the global news flow? ›

Global news flow (also referred to as international news flow) is a field of study that deals with the news coverage of events in foreign countries.

What is a good headline for news? ›

Headlines should be clear and specific, telling the reader what the story is about, and be interesting enough to draw them into reading the article. Avoid repetition - Headlines summarize; they don't repeat the lede.

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