The U.S. track record for wars in the Middle East
The United States has been at war for more than 20 of the last 25 years. Afghanistan, Iraq and now Iran. Three major conflicts, all in the s...
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Why China’s rust belt region has an outsized influence on Chinese culture
China’s northeast region borders Russian Siberia and North Korea. It’s a cold, vast area known for its gritty industrial history. But now th...
The U.S. Congressman detained by Israeli settlers in the West Bank
Democratic Congressman Ro Khanna of California made a trip to the Israeli-occupied Palestinian territory of the West Bank last week. There h...
The U.S. will allow Ukraine to produce Patriot missiles, will it change the war?
One of the most sought after weapons in the world is the Patriot air-defense system, developed by the US. It is considered to be among the m...
What does Iran stand to lose if the ceasefire with the U.S. collapses?
Speaking at a meeting of NATO, President Trump said the ceasefire with Iran is over, but he is open to negotiations. That statement came aft...
Israel expands its control of Gaza
The Gaza strip has been split in half ever since the U.S.-brokered ceasefire went into effect in October, 2025. Israel’s military occupies t...
Youth seeking political power in India
They’re called “cockroaches”, but the name itself is a dig at the political establishment. It is a political movement in India dominated by...
How is the U.S. relationship with NATO evolving?
As a meeting of NATO leaders begins in Ankara, Turkey we look at the alliance’s relationship at the top level, where messages of unity are c...
How Hong Kong’s political opposition was silenced
Six years ago, the Chinese government imposed its national security law on Hong Kong which, among other things, restricted free speech and i...
Rickshaws in India celebrating America’s birthday
In the United States, a long holiday weekend over the 4th of July celebrates America’s 250th birthday. Recently, NPR’s correspondent in Indi...
Rescue turns to recovery in Venezuela
Thousands remain missing more than a week after the twin earthquakes struck Venezuela and hope for finding survivors is fading into and effo...
Combatting Russian authoritarianism with comedy
Exiled Russian journalist Vladimir Raevsky has used a well-known Russian fairy tale as the basis for his stand-up comedy. It’s called “the r...
What it’s like to be a healthcare worker at the center of an Ebola outbreak
The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo has killed more than 300 people, putting it on track to become one of the deadliest i...
As Venezuelans struggle to find earthquake survivors, many blame the government
The death toll continues to rise in Venezuela after twin earthquakes struck last week devastating coastal areas. The government says more th...
Despite a ceasefire in Gaza, civilians don’t feel safe
As the world focused on the war with Iran, Israeli forces steadily took more territory in the Gaza Strip and killed more people last month t...
Earthquakes cause devastation in Venezuela
Earthquakes have caused vast damage in Venezuela, catching residents by surprise in a place not accustomed to temblors. A state of emergency...
The town where the latest Ebola outbreak likely began
An Ebola outbreak is spreading across eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo that health experts warn could become one of the largest Ebol...
Political change in Colombia and the U.K.
In today’s episode we look at political shifts in two countries. In the UK, the former mayor of Manchester, England, Andy Burnham, may soon...
World Cup firsts for Iran and Uzbekistan
Now that World Cup games have taken over nearly every television around the globe, today we bring you two stories of World Cup firsts in thi...
India’s plans for a remote island paradise
India plans to build a major port, airport and town on pristine, remote Great Nicobar Island. Supporters say it could boost trade and jobs,...