A pedal through Beijing’s small alleys and side streets offers a vibrant glimpse of life in the city, where cycling was once common before the rise of cars and heavy traffic. A new generation is now rediscovering China’s cycling tradition, showcasing a shift back to this traditional mode of transportation. To support NPR’s non-profit journalism, consider joining NPR+ at Plus.NPR.org.
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Israel bombs Syria army HQ after warning Damascus to leave Druze alone
Israel bombed Syrian military headquarters in Damascus after warning the Islamist-led government to stop attacks on the Druze minority in the Sweida region, where sectarian clashes have reportedly killed nearly 250 people. Tensions escalated as Syrian forces entered Sweida, allegedly joining Bedouin tribes in violent confrontations against Druze fighters, prompting Israeli officials to threaten increased military responses. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: Israel bombed a Syrian military headquarters after warning the Syrian government...
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