Volunteers sort large quantities of donated food, water, and supplies filling the floor of an indoor arena

Colombia continues earthquake recovery efforts

Full Episode
49:46

Volunteers sort aid for people affected by the earthquake in Cali, Colombia, Aug. 12, 2026.

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Cali, Colombia, was hit hard by this week’s earthquake, and now, a mix of local and regional rescue teams are on the ground trying to find people in the rubble. Also, a look at the origin and uncertain future of Temporary Protected Status in the US. And, a conversation about immigrants dealing with hyphenated identities. Plus, a secret language created by Chinese women hundreds of years ago to share their struggles and dreams with each other.

In This Episode

Women and children with belongings gathered outdoors near a low brick wall and orange chairs, appearing to be displaced or waiting at a public area
Colombia’s earthquake leaves thousands without homes, as government promises rent subsidies
Special Coverage
5:10
Silhouette of a worker cleaning tables at a waterfront restaurant with boats docked in the background
The origins of TPS and its uncertain future
Special Coverage
7:48
China’s secret Nüshu language
4:33
New research reveals chimpanzee ‘language’ to be complex
3:39
This chatbot is operating under the influence
6:38
Brasiliano in language and in song
5:32
Does the hyphen unite or divide?
5:19
Small talk on the big walk
7:39