Bangladesh Prime Minister Flees Amid Protests

NPR interviews Shahidul Alam, a photojournalist, writer, and activist based in Dhaka, about the longtime prime minister of Bangladesh fleeing amid protests.

Protests in Bangladesh

Protests in Bangladesh led to scores of deaths over the weekend, discussed by Bangladeshi politics expert Ali Riaz in an interview with NPR's Leila Fadel.

Economic Turmoil in Bolivia

Bolivia is facing economic turmoil due to a shortage of U.S. dollars, exacerbated by political unrest and distrust in the government. The country's reliance on dollars has led to a black market and soaring prices, pushing working-class people deeper into poverty. The ongoing feud between President Luis Arce and former President Evo Morales has worsened the situation, with protests and strikes adding to the chaos.

American Man's Involvement in Failed Coup Attempt in Congo

21-year-old American man gets mixed up in failed coup attempt in Congo during his first trip overseas. Fate still unknown.

Second Civil War

Amy Cooter of the Middlebury Institute of International Studies discusses the idea of a second civil war with NPR's Andrew Limbong.

Growing Number of Americans Considering Emigration Amid Political and Economic Concerns

A growing number of Americans are considering emigrating if former President Donald Trump is reelected, citing reasons such as political unrest and high living costs. Some are also driven by economic factors and disillusionment with the American Dream. The exodus is not solely due to Trump, but also influenced by President Joe Biden's policies and economic disparities in the U.S.