The World from PRX

Episodes

A person in religious attire, wearing a white robe and cap, claps while seated in an ornate chair with flowers in the foreground.
Pope Leo apologizes for Catholic Church’s past support for slavery
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50:11
Four astronauts in white space suits with helmets, waving and walking down a hallway, with a person observing in the background.
Peacemakers: People bridging divides and helping others
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49:55
People with umbrellas walk along a cracked, dry riverbed with patches of grass near a large river under a cloudy sky.
Meteorologists predict an El Niño for the history books
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49:46
Healthcare workers in protective gear carry supplies at an outdoor facility with tents and orange safety fencing.
Spread of Ebola challenging global preparedness
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50:35
A busy street filled with people walking in both directions, with colorful buildings lining the sides.
Cuba’s hidden business empire faces US sanctions
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49:43
A busy urban street with numerous motorcyclists and cars under a cloudy sky, surrounded by multi-story buildings.
Trump says he’s halted an attack on Iran to let negotiations continue
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50:05
A large cargo ship named "BREIVIKEN" at sea, with seagulls flying above and rocks in the foreground.
Norway to expand fossil fuel production as countries seek secure energy supply
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49:27
A coastal road lined with palm trees leads to a residential area on a hillside with colorful buildings.
Cape Verde heads to the polls on Sunday
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49:44
Rescue workers and smoke surround a collapsed section of a damaged residential building.
Russia hits a battlefield deadlock in Ukraine’s Donbas
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50:18
A group of dignitaries walking on a red carpet with an aircraft in the background, while a crowd waves flags.
Trump meeting in China to address tech, Iran war and Taiwan
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49:40
A person with short gray hair and glasses, wearing a dark suit and blue tie, speaking against a dark background.
British PM refuses to resign amid growing party rift
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50:21
A large crowd holds up signs with photos of missing persons, marked "DESAPARECIDO," during a protest or march.
Criminals aren’t the only ones responsible for Mexico’s disappeared
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50:21
A line of uniformed soldiers stands at attention, each holding colorful flags, in a formal ceremony setting.
A scaled-back Victory Day Parade in Russia amid growing security concerns
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50:26
People holding flags and portraits in a protest outside a large government building, with trees and a clear sky in the background.
Iran ramps up its executions amid ongoing war
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49:43
A large container ship loaded with colorful cargo containers is sailing on a foggy sea, with a small boat in the foreground.
Uncertainty for 20,000 seafarers stuck in the Persian Gulf
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50:09
Two military personnel in uniform greet each other amidst a crowd, with onlookers taking photos.
Europe on edge as Trump signals pullback of US military presence there
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50:13
A cargo ship labeled "Fabian Shipping" carrying stacked shipping containers on a calm sea.
The Strait of Hormuz and its geographical constraints
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49:37
A group of people are gathered at a protest, holding colorful signs and banners in a city setting.
The state of labor as workers celebrate May Day around the world
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Two people in formal attire shaking hands, standing between the Hungarian and European Union flags.
Hungary’s Magyar meets with European officials and makes his mark
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50:28
Several airplanes are parked on a tarmac near a fuel truck and service vehicles at an airport.
Jet fuel price hike puts airlines and travelers on edge
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50:10
Aerial view of a sprawling cityscape under a clear sky, with numerous buildings and sparse vegetation in the foreground.
Coordinated attacks in Mali expose weaknesses of military junta
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A person fills a syringe with vaccine from a vial, with people and children in the background.
Mexico hopes to fix health care access — but can it deliver?
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50:00
A person speaking at a podium with United Nations and Brazilian flags in the background.
G7 removes ‘climate change’ from environment talks
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49:59
A group of women in black clothing hold illustrated posters of a young woman during a solemn outdoor gathering.
Israeli forces kill Lebanese journalist, injure photographer
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49:50
Four people in formal attire engaged in a discussion indoors, with a blurred audience in the background.
With new EU aid unblocked, Ukraine deepens its turn toward Europe
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50:05
A woman in dark clothing stands amid rubble inside a partially destroyed building with a large hole in the wall.
Some displaced Lebanese families remain in Beirut despite ceasefire
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Two people stand on a hill overlooking a large refugee camp at sunset, with numerous tents and makeshift shelters visible.
As world focuses on Iran, Palestinians in Gaza struggle to survive
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49:33
A wooden boat crowded with people sails on a calm sea under a clear sky.
2025 marked new record for Rohingya lost at sea
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50:03
A group of people walking on a dirt path through a rural area with trees and scattered buildings.
10-day ceasefire between Lebanon and Israel brings relief and questions
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A group of people holding yellow signs that read "#KeepEyesOnSudan" during a gathering.
Sudan’s civil war three years on
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50:45
Six individuals stand in formal attire inside an elegant room with a large painting and ornate decor.
Israel and Lebanon meet for direct talks for the first time in over 30 years
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49:52
A man in a blue suit speaks at a podium with multiple red, white, and green flags in the background.
Shock and jubilation in Hungary as Orbán is voted out after 16 years
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49:56
Passengers wearing face masks are visible through the windows of an airplane, with a wing partially covering the view.
Trump administration’s third-country deportations raise legal, ethical concerns
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50:12
Two men stand amidst rubble and debris in front of a partially collapsed building, with an excavator in the background.
Israeli airstrikes in Lebanon test fragile US-Iran ceasefire
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49:42
A man passionately waves an Iranian flag at a public demonstration.
Fragile truce begins as US and Iran step back from brink
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50:14
A person in dark clothing walks past a stone wall with ancient warrior carvings, illuminated by soft lighting.
Iran’s ‘whole civilization’ and heritage threatened by war
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50:18
A man stands at a podium in a packed room with seated and standing attendees, many holding cameras.
US ups the ante in the war with Iran
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50:16
A man stands in a damaged room with debris on the floor, broken ceiling panels, and torn drapes. The walls feature ornate blue and gold arches with Arabic script, indicating a religious setting.
A rise in damage to civilian infrastructure in Iran raises alarms
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50:37
woman in a blue suit waves and smiles
US drops sanctions against acting Venezuelan President Delcy Rodríguez
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A quiet, covered bazaar corridor with closed metal shutters lining both sides and a few lit hanging lamps overhead.
The use of street cameras in war
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50:04
Several people standing on a grassy shoreline taking photos, with a large cargo ship docked in the background on a sunny day.
Locals describe the crisis in Cuba
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A naval ship with the number 31 visible on its side is sailing in the foreground, while a large aircraft carrier is seen in the background on open water, against a backdrop of distant hills and a cloudy sky.
US Navy’s most advanced aircraft carrier arrives in Croatia for repairs as ground troops move to the Gulf
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A brick building partially destroyed by fire, with a blackened wall and smoke still rising. Several people stand nearby, observing the scene, and a man in the foreground holds a hose, indicating efforts to extinguish the fire.
Details emerge about strike on sports complex in southern Iran that killed children
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Two female soccer players competing for the ball during a match; one in a white jersey with black shorts, and the other in a red jersey and shorts. The scene takes place in a stadium with an audience in the background.
International Olympic Committee bans transgender women from competing in women’s events
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Police and emergency responders inspect debris near a damaged building, likely in a conflict zone.
Ukraine adjusts its strategy as Iran war drains global support
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50:55
A young boy crying and being comforted by a woman at a solemn indoor gathering, surrounded by other people appearing sad or thoughtful in the background.
As warring factions keep fighting, people on the ground are the ones getting hurt
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A young person points to a large poster displaying black and white photographs of missing people, titled "Desaparecidos y Desaparecidas del Municipio de Tigre." The poster is attached to a colorful mural on an outdoor wall. Another person is visible in the background observing the display.
Argentina faces fresh debate 50 years after its military coup
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A woman shopping in a grocery store, selecting fresh produce from a misted display case filled with various vegetables like celery, carrots, and radishes. She is wearing a pink jacket and holding a bag with greens in it.
The Iran war is affecting global food security
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A large group of formal-looking individuals stand together for a photo during the European Council meeting in Brussels on March 19 and 20, 2026. They are positioned in front of a modern, geometric architectural backdrop with EU flags and various national flags lined up on the left side.
EU leaders want de-escalation in US-Israeli war with Iran
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A large fire engulfing a balcony of a multi-story apartment building, with flames and smoke rising from the structure.
Israel escalating attacks on civilian infrastructure in Lebanon
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A group of men in formal attire walk on an airport tarmac with a plane in the background.
Israel kills more top Iranian leadership
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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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An outdoor vigil at night features numerous silhouette portraits placed on the ground, surrounded by glowing candles. Two people stand holding posters, with a backdrop of city buildings and ambient evening lighting.
How wars impact the most vulnerable people
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50:30
People wearing masks walking along a road with thick black smoke rising in the background from an industrial area, with containers and a building visible nearby.
Oil depot fires in Iran impacting people’s health
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50:47
A naval ship sailing near two cargo ships in calm waters, with a rocky shoreline in the foreground.
Iran employs disruptive maritime tactics in response to strikes
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Firefighters spray water and foam onto a fire at an industrial facility surrounded by large storage tanks, with hoses on the ground and mist in the air.
Gulf states, caught in US-Israeli war with Iran, forced to stick with Western allies
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A group of men, including a central figure wearing a black turban and glasses, are gathered closely together, with some extending their arms in gestures. The man in the turban holds a white paper.
Iran selects Mojtaba Khamenei as its new Supreme Leader
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A cityscape view of a wide road with few vehicles and large plumes of smoke rising in the background, suggesting an explosion or fire. Directional signs in both Arabic and English are visible, and there are some birds flying in the blue sky.
The latest from the ground in Iran and Israel amid war
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49:48
Black and white thermal imaging of a ship at sea with flames and smoke visible on the right side, and crosshair overlay marked "UNCLASSIFIED" at the top.
Iran war spreads beyond the Middle East
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50:30
A group of people holding protest signs, including images and messages such as "Asesinato de inocentes" and "Palestine should be free," in a nighttime setting with buildings in the background.
Spain condemns US-Israeli war on Iran, angers Trump
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