Podcast: How Puerto Rico’s Colonial Roots is Influencing the Political Unrest 2019-07-22

How Puerto Rico’s Colonial Roots is Influencing the Political Unrest

Today is the 10th day of demonstrations in Puerto Rico calling for the resignation of Governor Ricardo Rosselló.

How Puerto Rican Student Activists Envision the Future of the Island

With the increased political turmoil in Puerto Rico, we wanted to hear how politically active students on the island are processing this political crisis. 

Are Deepfakes the Next Fake News?

Deepfakes, or video and audio that’s manipulated using artificial intelligence, raises concerns about the spread of disinformation, especially heading into the 2020 election. 

Trees are an Immediate, Cost-Effective Solution to Battling Rising Temperatures

Global temperature is rising and heat waves are getting worse. One straightforward way to make things better: plant trees. 

Other segments: 

Mumbai’s Annual Monsoon Problem

The city’s aging infrastructure and rapid development means Mumbai residents face constant disruptions because of flooding during the rainy season. 

As Floodwaters Recede in South Asia, Concern Grows Over Rest of Monsoon Season 

Extreme weather tied to climate change has made this year’s monsoon more unpredictable.