The World from PRX

United States

A person stands in front of a large sculpture of an eagle with outstretched wings on a rooftop.
Immigration
‘GTFO’: The Americans moving overseas in search of a better life
5:30
Arizona’s section of the famed Route 66 has Middle Eastern roots
5:20
Four people play cards at a table with flashlights, while a fire burns in the background on a dark street.
Energy
Cuba runs out of oil
8:17
Two people stand in front of a world map; one holds a guitar and points at the map, while the other smiles.
Arts, Culture & Media
International jazz musician Fabiola Méndez and her cuatro
17:36
The entrance of Boston College with a prominent sign and students walking nearby.
The World's Global Classroom
Boston College sets up school for first-generation immigrants
4:08
A man in religious attire stands at the top of airplane stairs, with Vatican and Cameroon flags visible above.
Religion
On Africa trip, Pope Leo XIV condemns war and brushes off Trump criticism
A brain gradually disintegrating into small particles on a pink background.
Science & Technology
AI may be messing with our memories
6:21
woman in a blue suit waves and smiles
US drops sanctions against acting Venezuelan President Delcy Rodríguez
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49:25
US drops sanctions against acting Venezuelan President Delcy Rodríguez
7:13
Several individuals in suits sitting around a conference table with phones, one wearing a USA cap, engaged in discussion with a large map labeled "Operation Epic Fury" in the background.
Conflict & Justice
The way we talk about war has changed
A stage performance with two people, one standing on an elevated platform with DJ equipment surrounded by vibrant purple spotlights, and another seated at a piano below, illuminated by similar lights, with a disco ball overhead adding to the atmospheric setting.
Arts, Culture & Media
‘Mexodus’ musical introduces audiences to a different Underground Railroad for people fleeing slavery
6:37
A distinctive, tiered cone-shaped shrine stands on a rocky hilltop against a blue sky, with a fiery gas flare visible nearby.
US-Israel-Iran War
The tiny island at the center of the US and Israel’s war with Iran is more than just oil installations
5:08
A blue plastic toy horse with wheels stands on a dirt ground in front of a pile of rubble and debris, including bricks and pieces of wood.
US-Israel-Iran War
What ignoring the rules of war could mean
13:16
A large aircraft carrier stationed in a body of water, with multiple fighter jets visible on its deck, set against a backdrop of wooded hills.
What ignoring the rules of war could mean for the world
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50:01
Three people seated in chairs on a stage in front of a curtain, engaged in a discussion, with one man holding a microphone and the woman wearing red boots.
Arts, Culture & Media
At a time of crisis for Haiti, a filmmaker reflects on past US intervention
6:45
Protesters in winter clothing hold signs reading "Hmong Against ICE" during a demonstration on a snowy street.
Immigration
Minnesota’s Hmong community feeling a sense of betrayal amid ICE crackdowns
6:23
A large plume of gray smoke rises above a cityscape with multiple buildings in the foreground, indicating an explosion or fire event.
US-Israel-Iran War
A brief history of US, Israeli and Iranian relations
12:46
A soldier in green camouflage uniform stands beside a large military tank, holding a rifle and examining its exterior in a dusty environment.
US-Israel-Iran War
Trump rules out talks absent Iran’s ‘unconditional surrender’ as Israel strikes Lebanon
Two hikers wearing cold-weather gear traverse a snowy mountain slope, with snow-covered peaks visible in the background under a clear blue sky.
Out of Eden Walk
As climate change melts permafrost, landslides are becoming more dangerous 
7:23
Last update on Iran war
1:03
A surge of AI fakes and misinformation online
6:07
Cuba’s private businesses navigate a narrow opening
8:08
Spain condemns US-Israeli war on Iran, angers Trump
6:47
A child's room shelf with pink patent leather shoes, a pink plaid tissue box, and a framed illustration. The illustration depicts teddy bears holding balloons with letters forming a name. In the foreground, there is a pale blue container and a white ceramic item, possibly a toy or decoration. The setting is playful and colorful, suggesting a nursery or child's room.
Lifestyle
International adoptions face hurdles, leaving little hope for many orphaned children
6:47
Rescue workers in high-visibility vests stand near a large crater caused by a missile strike in front of a heavily damaged building, with construction equipment nearby.
US-Israel-Iran War
Trump says Iran war could last weeks, Iran strikes US bases across region
European countries, surprised by Iran war, align with US and Israel
5:40
US and Israel said Iran’s nuclear weapons research was a reason for war. Here’s a look at the state of that program.
10:34
Iran’s revolutionary regime is built to resist shocks
13:18
View of an airport with multiple airplanes parked on the tarmac, set against a city skyline in the background and a large plume of dark smoke rising into the sky.
US-Israel-Iran War
War in Iran sparks global travel chaos
5:51
Large plumes of dark smoke rise above a cityscape, partially obscuring buildings against a gray sky, indicating a fire or explosion in an urban area.
US-Israel-Iran War
War widens as Israeli and US planes pound Iran, and Tehran and its proxies hit back
Two hikers with backpacks stand on a hill overlooking a glacier, snow-capped mountains, and a turquoise lake below, surrounded by lush green vegetation.
Out of Eden Walk
Out of Eden Walk: 13 years on the road and counting
7:36
Two people standing on a red-carpeted stage, with the man in a suit raising his fist and the woman looking at him, engaged in conversation.
Obituary
Remembering Jesse Jackson, who pushed to globalize the US civil rights movement
A large cargo ship navigates a river near the construction of a suspension bridge, with a visible crane on the partially built bridge deck.
Infrastructure
Canadians remain confident Gordie Howe Bridge will open even as Trump’s threats sow confusion
5:30
Trump threatens to block opening of new bridge to Canada
1:26
Mexico sends aid to Cuba while navigating US pressure
7:47
A group of Buddhist monks in traditional robes walking along a roadside, followed by a white sheriff's vehicle. A woman in a white coat is kneeling on the grass, paying respects to the monks as they pass by. The sky is clear and blue, indicating a sunny day.
Lifestyle & Belief
Buddhist monks on national Walk for Peace receive flowers, tears and gratitude along a NC highway
3:39
An indoor market hall with American and Somali flags hanging from the ceiling. There's a banner for "Queen M&M Beauty Salon & Makeup Artist" featuring various hairstyle images. Mannequins dressed in traditional clothing and people are sitting at a table in the foreground.
Conflict & Justice
Somali community remains on edge in the Twin Cities amid ICE raids
7:06
India and EU strike behemoth free trade deal
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50:25
Trump’s Greenland threats test loyalty of Europe’s far-right
6:11
Stunning purge of China’s military
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50:35
An immigrant’s football story
7:30
Protesters holding hands form a human chain in front of a line of riot police wearing helmets and standing behind shields, in an outdoor setting with palm trees in the background.
Syrians in Turkey are trying to decide whether to stay or go
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49:27
Mixed reactions among Venezuelans in South Florida
5:11
Major cold snap and winter storm fueled by warming arctic
5:15
A person walks in front of a colorful mural depicting silhouettes of oil pumps, with a background of yellow, blue, and red hues.
Energy
Inside the high-stakes push to bring US oil companies back to Venezuela
5:39
A person in historical clothing stands in front of a group of people gathered outside two stone buildings on a snowy day.
History
How Haitian ordnance wound up in the Adirondack Mountains
7:52
A crowd of people celebrating with fireworks lighting up the night sky, while some individuals wave flags and take photos.
Syrians look back on one year since the fall of Bashar al-Assad
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48:58
Asylum applications reach an all-time high in the US
5:25
In China, the future of transportation is here
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49:21
A person fishing from a small motorboat labeled "El Hijo del Pueblo" in open water with green, rugged hills in the background.
Conflict & Justice
Traditional fishermen limit forays into the Caribbean over fear of US strikes
4:49
The soccer world looks to Washington for the FIFA World Cup draw
5:39
A large crowd gathered at a political rally with prominent figures on stage, surrounded by many supporters waving flags and taking photos. Multiple large screens display images from the event.
Global Politics
US designates Venezuela’s ‘Cartel of the Suns’ a foreign terrorist organization. What is it, really?
5:56
A group of young people standing around a flip chart discussing mental health stigma in AANHPI communities. The chart is covered with colorful heart-shaped notes with handwritten messages. They are in an indoor setting, possibly a workshop or seminar.
Mental Health
A new way to help Asian American teens handle college admissions stresses
5:18
Science & Technology
Nobel laureates sound the alarm over artificial superintelligence
7:56
San Diego is a finalist for the international Invictus Games
4:41
US envoys arrive in Israel during fragile ceasefire
0:50
Wind turbines turn behind a solar farm in Rapshagen, Germany, Thursday, Oct. 28, 2021. 
The Big Fix
In global electricity mix, renewables overtake coal for the first time
7:14
Music
To counter narco-corridos’ popularity, Mexico tries a song contest 
5:19
What the United Kingdom can teach America about problem gambling
7:21
Chicago was once a battleground for Chinese gangs
7:58