Bianca Hillier is a reporter for The World. She mainly covers sports, food, and LGBTQ issues across the globe. Before her work as a reporter, Bianca was the producer and host of The World's first daily smart speaker show called "The Number in the News." Bianca previously worked in television at CBS News and NBC News in New York City.
Community, conversation, music: How people are tackling eco-anxiety around the world
People are meeting at “climate cafés” to talk about how climate change is impacting their lives and their feelings around it. With locations around the world, attendees can share their anxieties and fears about the future without the pressure of trying to find a solution.
International athletes pivot to American football for a chance at joining the NFL
The NFL started a new program several years ago to introduce talented athletes from other sports and around the globe to American football. The program includes practicing on the field and learning in the classroom. Since then, dozens of athletes have signed with NFL teams.
In Canada, university and college officials hope for an end to upheaval for international students
Canada has long been an attractive option for international students. It’s seen as a safe and generally non-discriminatory place to study, with impressive schools and post-graduation work rights. But 2024 brought a year of significant changes to the sector. Prospective international students fear an unknown future. The World’s Bianca Hillier reports from Toronto.
Paralympian Oksana Masters says she represents both the US and Ukraine as she competes in Paris
Oksana Masters has 18 Paralympic medals to her name. She’s one of the rare athletes who competes in both the Summer and Winter Games. Now battling for gold in Paris, she’s fueled by more than just a spot on top of the podium.
After the gold: A look at how some Olympic champions are being welcomed home
Winning gold at the Olympic Games is a huge accomplishment. But athletes are received in various different ways upon returning to their home countries, with some even being showered with gifts and cash. But others question if financial rewards are appropriate.