Commissioned by Napoleon, the opulent Opera Garnier is named after its architect, Charles Garnier. Garnier rose from the Paris slums to design one of Europe's most celebrated venues. Opera Garnier eventually became the inspiration for the novel and musical, "Phantom of the Opera."Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy
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Tensions Rise with Iran
Iran declared it would accelerate its nuclear enrichment program. That announcement came after the U.N. nuclear watchdog said Iran is violating its obligations. Meanwhile a new round of talks between Iran and the U.S. are scheduled for the weekend and President Trump says he is preventing Israel from striking Iran and he wants to see cooperation. We hear the latest developments and the voices of average Iranians who seem unfazed by news from the talks.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy
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What Does Pakistan's Use of a New Chinese Fighter Jet Mean for the Future?
Pakistan and India traded cross-border military strikes in May, a four day flare-up in a long running conflict between the two nuclear-armed countries. Among the significant developments in the brief conflict was the first time a Chinese made fighter plane saw combat. Our correspondent in Mumbai says that debut might have a long term impact.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy
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A New Militia Emerges in Gaza, Backed By Israel
A new powerful group has risen in Gaza and they are being armed by Israel. The militia calls itself "The Popular Forces" and they are presenting themselves as a counter to Hamas' rule of the territory. Our correspondent tells us what we know about this new armed power.For more coverage of all sides of this conflict, go to npr.org/mideastupdatesLearn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy
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Students from India and China Rethink Studying in the U.S.
The United States hosts many students and scientific researchers from the world's two largest countries, India and China. The U.S. is seen as one of the best places to get and education and on the cutting edge of innovation. But a series of moves by the Trump administration, including greater scrutiny of those applying for student visa and, in the case of China, threats to revoke some visas, are making some rethink their plans.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy
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