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The World

Host Marco Werman and his team of producers bring you the world's most interesting stories that remind us just how small our planet really is.

  1. 1 DAY AGO

    What countries in Africa are saying about a 2nd Trump term

    Africa is home to more than 1.3 billion people in 54 different countries. The reactions to Donald Trump's reelection are wide ranging, but there's also a gap between the expectations of African leaders and ordinary people. Also, COP29 opens on Nov. 11 in Azerbaijan. Many environmentalists are critical that the conference is being hosted by an oil-producing nation, but others are hopeful it will bring results. And, the f-word is part of the unique set of profanities that cannot be uttered on public radio, but its history and use is no less fascinating. We'll dive into the etymology of that four-letter word. Listen to today’s Music Heard on Air. We aim to raise $67,000 by Dec. 31 to power our newsroom. Will you help us reach this goal? Donate today to keep The World going strong!

    49 min

  2. 2 DAYS AGO

    Russia reacts cautiously to Trump's reelection

    Officially, the Kremlin is keeping quiet about the reelection of Donald Trump. But Vladimir Putin might be looking forward to new opportunities with a second Trump administration. Also, Israel has carried out thousands of air strikes in Gaza and Lebanon -- there are serious ethical and legal questions about some of those attacks. And, in global health news: the WHO says it tracked 8 million cases of tuberculosis last year — that's the highest ever. Listen to today’s Music Heard on Air. We aim to raise $67,000 by Dec. 31 to power our newsroom. Will you help us reach this goal? Donate today to keep The World going strong! And, we’re looking for feedback on our website. Take our quick survey!

    49 min

  3. 3 DAYS AGO

    Reactions to US election results from Latin America, Europe and the Middle East

    America's decision to bring Donald Trump back to the Oval Office will shape events worldwide for years to come. Our reporters bring us voices from Latin America, the Middle East and Europe for early reactions to the news. Also, we have the latest developments and perspectives on the political shake-up in Israel, including Benjamin Netanyahu's recent dismissal of Defense Minister Yoav Gallant. And, British and Icelandic companies team up on a joint venture to build a solar energy plant in space. Listen to today’s Music Heard on Air. We aim to raise $67,000 by Dec. 31 to power our newsroom. Will you help us reach this goal? Donate today to keep The World going strong! And, we’re looking for feedback on our website. Take our quick survey!

    50 min

  4. 4 DAYS AGO

    Western officials link incendiary devices to DHL Mail in Russia

    DHL's logistics hub in Leipzig, Germany, is sophisticated and enormous. So, when parcels in the facility started catching fire, at first, it was confounding and concerning. But it wasn't long before European spies and law enforcement figured out what was happening. They say Russia was sending incendiary devices through the mail. Also, only two countries do not allow divorce. One is the Vatican. The other is the Philippines, a predominantly Catholic nation where clergy preach a message that divorce is "anti-family." But a movement to legalize divorce in the Philippines is gaining traction. And, in Ukraine, front-line soldiers brace for the hardest winter of war yet. Listen to today’s Music Heard on Air. We aim to raise $67,000 by Dec. 31 to power our newsroom. Will you help us reach this goal? Donate today to keep The World going strong! And, we’re looking for feedback on our website. Take our quick survey!

    49 min

  5. 5 DAYS AGO

    High-stakes election has US allies and adversaries wary

    American voters are about to choose their next president, but whoever takes office will influence matters far beyond US borders. On the eve of the presidential election, we'll get to the heart of what's at stake in the Middle East, Latin America, Asia and Africa. Also, the world lost one of the biggest names in music on Sunday. Quincy Jones passed away at the age of 91. He leaves behind a legacy that spans decades and genres. And, New York City just made jaywalking legal, after data showed that people of color were overwhelmingly the ones being stopped for the crime. But why was it a crime in the first place? Listen to today’s Music Heard on Air. We aim to raise $67,000 by Dec. 31 to power our newsroom. Will you help us reach this goal? Donate today to keep The World going strong! And, we’re looking for feedback on our website. Take our quick survey!

    49 min

  6. 1 NOV

    Medical workers struggle to cope with limited aid entering Gaza

    The number of aid trucks entering Gaza has hit an all-time low since the current war began there. The shortages are prompting new dire warnings from aid organizations. Also, a referendum in Moldova intended to put an end to decades of swerving between East and West yields a microscopic win for the pro-Western crowd. And, Italy considers reversing its ban on nuclear power plants. Plus, National Geographic Explorer Paul Salopek takes us through the Gangnam entertainment district in South Korea. Listen to today’s Music Heard on Air. We aim to raise $67,000 by Dec. 31 to power our newsroom. Will you help us reach this goal? Donate today to keep The World going strong! And, we’re looking for feedback on our website. Take our quick survey!

    51 min

  7. 31 OCT

    Spain's Valencia region reeling from record flooding

    As the death toll rises and the damage to homes and infrastructure becomes clear, authorities are saying that the record floods in Spain could be the worst flooding disaster in Spain’s modern history. Also, two former cops in Brazil went to trial yesterday for the 2018 assassination of Marielle Franco, a politician-turned-civil rights icon. And, for the first time in 15 years, the ruling Liberal Democratic Party lost its absolute majority in Japan's lower house of parliament following last weekend’s snap elections. Plus, a talk with author and Russia scholar Mark Galeotti, whose new book chronicles Russia's vivid military history.  Listen to today’s Music Heard on Air. We aim to raise $67,000 by Dec. 31 to power our newsroom. Will you help us reach this goal? Donate today to keep The World going strong! And, we’re looking for feedback on our website. Take our quick survey!

    49 min

  8. 30 OCT

    Spain faces worst floods in decades

    Flash floods in eastern Spain have claimed the lives of at least 95 people. Also, the island of Bougainville is seeking independence from Papua New Guinea — and an alliance with the United States. And, IKEA's German branch announced Tuesday that it will contribute $6.5 million to support victims of the former communist East German regime that the company forced to do labor. Plus, a look at how Japan is supporting its hometown hero, star LA Dodgers pitcher Shohei Ohtani. Listen to today’s Music Heard on Air. We aim to raise $67,000 by Dec. 31 to power our newsroom. Will you help us reach this goal? Donate today to keep The World going strong! And, we’re looking for feedback on our website. Take our quick survey!

    49 min
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Host Marco Werman and his team of producers bring you the world's most interesting stories that remind us just how small our planet really is.

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  • Years Active
    2008 - 2024
  • Episodes
    31
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