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For the first time in a generation, Syrians are no longer living under the regime of a brutal dictator. Our reporter travelled from Lebanon to Syria's capital, Damascus, talking to Syrians along the way and tells us how people are adjusting to their new reality. Sign up for State of the World+ to listen sponsor-free and support the work of NPR journalists. Visit plus.npr.org.(Image credit: Omar Haj Kadour)

Acid Bath have added three new festival appearances to their 2025 schedule, marking their first shows in 28 years. The reunited Louisiana sludge metal legends will play Welcome to Rockville, Inkcarceration, and Louder Than Life, in addition to a previously announced performance at Sonic Temple. At Louder Than Life, Acid…Please click the link below to read the full article.

The sudden collapse of President Bashar al-Assad has come as welcome news to many, but there are jitters both inside and outside the country about what will follow.(Image credit: Hussein Malla)

The director of ‘Walk the Line’ offers his take on another legendary musician. Continue reading…

Oneness dates keep the guitarist and band on the road from spring through summer. Continue reading…

Former Defense Minister Kim Yong Hyun was formally arrested over his alleged collusion with in imposing martial law last week, as authorities investigate whether their acts amount to rebellion.(Image credit: Adrian Wyld)

Set list will focus on songs released between 1977 and 1986. Continue reading…

Band sets run of 2025 shows in Sin City. Continue reading…

China's secretive military appears to be up to something around Taiwan, but it's unclear whether it's a formal military drill.(Image credit: Chiang Ying-ying)

Dates scheduled in July and August after string of European shows. Continue reading…