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United States

36K posts
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
Full Episode
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
Full Episode
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

Asia

6.5K posts
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
Full Episode
50:21
US-Israeli war in Iran triggers plastic shortage in Asia
8:08
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
Full Episode
50:04
Eurovision expands, with a new song contest in Asia
1:59
Oil shocks hit Asian countries
7:25
More Asians are being swept up by ICE than many realize
6:34
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
An American’s grueling bike ride across Europe, the Middle East an Asia
5:20
Stem cell breakthroughs in Asia
6:12
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.
A new way to help Asian American teens handle college admissions stresses
5:18
Radio Free Asia is shutting down
0:53
How activists in Asia have used Western pop culture in their protests
6:56
Out of Eden Walk: Cellophane oasis
3:47
Lunar New Year begins in Asia
0:40
Automakers make big changes as EV demand fluctuates
4:59
Lifestyle
Samoa says goodbye to Friday
Lifestyle
Twin polar bear cubs to debut in China (VIDEO)
Commentary
China: Overdue for a people’s revolt?
Agence France-Presse
Top 5 worst natural disasters of 2011
Politics
India fails to pass anti-corruption law

Europe

6.3K posts
Boycotts, protests and rule changes rock Eurovision anniversary
7:29
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
Full Episode
50:13
US considers reducing troop levels in Europe, alarming allies
6:23
A large pile of mixed waste materials on a conveyor belt at a recycling facility.
DW
Is chemical recycling the solution to plastic waste?
17:14
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
Full Episode
49:44
A person speaking at a podium with United Nations and Brazilian flags in the background.
G7 removes ‘climate change’ from environment talks
Full Episode
49:59
With new EU aid unblocked, Zelenskyy deepens turn toward Europe
11:22
Top EU court rules Hungary ban on teaching about LBGTQ+ in schools unlawful
0:55
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
Full Episode
49:33
Spain takes lead as European relations with Israel fray
4:20
What Orbán’s defeat in Hungary signals for Europe’s far-right
6:13
Eurovision expands, with a new song contest in Asia
1:59
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
Full Episode
50:55
Antisemitic attacks growing in Europe
6:20
EU leaders push for de-escalation amid Middle East war
5:58
Is France giving up on green energy?
4:27
European Union bans destruction of unsold clothing
5:49
Controversies in the world of European sports
2:13
Chestnut season in Europe could have been a thing 2,000 years ago
4:54

China

6.1K posts
Taiwan is a persistent sticking point in US-China relations
8:15
Global leaders continue steady visits to China
9:58
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
Full Episode
49:40
Trump meets Xi in Beijing to talk tech, Iran and, possibly, Taiwan
9:09
Big cars take center stage at Beijing Auto Show
3:58
Chinese EVs on the rise in Mexico
4:11
China and green energy exports
7:24
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
Full Episode
49:33
Humanoid robots win half marathon in Beijing
1:24
Iran war tests Tehran’s relationship with Beijing
7:58
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
Full Episode
50:18
Iran war stokes concerns Taiwan could be left exposed
10:46
A car dealership building featuring logos of BYD and Ford on its facade, with a clear blue sky above.
Business, Economics and Jobs
Chinese EV giant BYD faces ‘forced labor’ investigation at Hungary factory
11:18
Stories you may have missed
1:34
China’s economy buffeted by Iran war, but seeks opportunities in crisis
5:24
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
Full Episode
50:47
New ‘ethnic unity’ law in China targets language for assimilation
6:52
UK arrests 3 people on suspicion of spying for China
7:14
The Chinese metro system staffed by a ‘robot cluster’
1:20

United Kingdom

5.7K posts
A group of people in military uniforms and formal attire engaged in conversation indoors, with a British flag displayed in the background.
DW
Increasing frustration over UK deal with spy tech company
6:03
A group of women seated in a bright room, each holding or sitting near musical instruments like a harp and guitar.
DW
Women composers of the Renaissance emerge
7:18
A person in a suit walks towards the entrance of a building with a sign displaying the Supreme Court emblem.
DW
UK officials looking to do away with some jury trials
6:29
Welsh harpist records ‘Note to Self’
1:50
UK arrests 3 people on suspicion of spying for China
7:14
A scenic coastal view with white sandy beaches, clear blue waters, and distant mountains under a partly cloudy sky, with a weathered wooden fence post in the foreground.
Sabbath observance is dwindling on the islands of the Outer Hebrides
6:59
A woman with curly hair working on a laptop at a table in a bright, open bakery setting.
DW
Skin For All website addresses various issues for different skin types
3:42
A display of intricately embroidered dresses, with a prominent red dress featuring detailed patterns, surrounded by other lighter-colored embroidered gowns, under the exhibit title 'The Red Dress.'
Arts, Culture & Media
Hundreds of people across dozens of countries worked on this single dress
4:40
UK’s justice secretary proposes getting rid of juries for some criminal trials
5:52
Transportation
Specialty jets allow people with pets to ditch the cargo hold and travel in style
8:07
The Bayeux Tapestry is on the move
5:30
‘When the fun stops, stop.’ Addiction experts consider the rise of gambling in the UK a test case.
7:21
Breakthrough in treatment for Huntington’s disease
0:49
Experts debunk Tylenol
1:05
Arts, Culture & Media
With nearly 4,000 shows, all the world’s a stage at Edinburgh Fringe
4:53
Sports
Emily Scarratt to make English history with fifth Rugby World Cup appearance
4:59
The World's Global Classroom
College campuses across the UK fight for free speech as protests come under scrutiny
6:18
Arts, Culture & Media
Accusations of falsehoods in popular memoir ‘The Salt Path’ stoke controversy
5:34
On Europe
20 years after London’s deadliest bombings, extremist threat grows more complex
5:36
Conflict & Justice
‘Objects hold energy’: Author posits that British Museum in London is full of ghosts
7:26

Middle East

4.9K posts
Pilots call for final say on flying over conflict zones
4:33
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
Full Episode
50:30
Iran war spills beyond borders
7:49
Large plume of smoke rising from behind buildings in a city landscape.
The latest updates from the US-Israel-Iran War
Full Episode
49:11
An American’s grueling bike ride across Europe, the Middle East an Asia
5:20
A person wearing a hat and backpack stands at the end of a narrow, brick tunnel, which appears part of an ancient ruin, with rocky terrain visible outside.
Out of Eden Walk
Out of Eden Walk: Is the world closing its doors?
7:26
On the Middle East
Israeli police raid East Jerusalem bookstore, arresting Palestinian owners
4:49
Things you might have missed
0:58
Young classical musicians join forces in Middle Eastern ensemble
5:04
Iconic Lebanese singer Fairuz turns 90
4:03
Iranian-Israeli singer Liraz urges all sides to ‘Haarf’
1:37
Russia strikes eastern Ukraine as Ukraine continues incursion into Russian territory
Full Episode
49:24
‘Moving and beautiful and hopeful’: 700 international youth musicians gather in New York City for World Orchestra Week
5:34
Officials meet for talks to find an end to the war in Gaza
Full Episode
48:53
Israel-Hamas war
ICC prosecutor seeks arrest warrants for leaders from Hamas and Israel
5:12
Israel-Hamas war
Gaza war is putting Egyptian-Israeli relations to the test
6:56
Yahya Sinwar, head of Hamas in Gaza, delivers a speech during a rally marking "Jerusalem Day," or Al-Quds Day, an annual celebration to support Palestinians in the holy city, at a soccer filed in Gaza City, Friday, April 14, 2023.
Israel-Hamas war
Who is Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar and what does he want? 
5:16
Israel-Hamas war
Netanyahu says stopping the Gaza war now is ‘not an option’
6:14
A man dressed in white stands by the closed door of an airplane.
Historic flight between Israel and the UAE lands in Abu Dhabi
Full Episode
Al-Hurra
Combating Extremist Ideology Since 9/11
Full Episode

Russia

4.4K posts
Global cooperation still hanging on at the International Space Station
7:20
Global leaders continue steady visits to China
9:58
World gymnastics lifts ban on Russia and Belarus
0:49
Rescue workers and smoke surround a collapsed section of a damaged residential building.
Russia hits a battlefield deadlock in Ukraine’s Donbas
Full Episode
50:18
Russia stalls in Donbas, as battlefield deadlock deepens
7:04
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
Full Episode
50:21
War is taking a toll on Russian coal
6:34
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
Full Episode
50:26
What a scaled-back Victory Day Parade and growing security concerns say about Putin’s Russia
8:15
With new EU aid unblocked, Zelenskyy deepens turn toward Europe
11:22
Russian soldiers surrender to unmanned robots on Ukraine’s front line
13:25
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
Full Episode
49:42
UK and Norway monitor Russian spy submarines in North Sea
6:20
A street vendor with a cart full of assorted goods, including snacks and cigarettes, stands on a waterfront promenade as people sit along a low wall by the sea. The street is lined with people and buildings in the background, while two motorbikes with headlights on pass by on the road.
Cuba’s crisis, as told through Cuban voices
8:04
The strain of a long war is showing in Russia’s economy
6:54
Ongoing war in Ukraine speeds up energy transition
7:27
Ukraine adjusts strategy as Iran war drains global resources and diplomatic energy
7:13
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
Full Episode
50:25
Meet Cheburashka, the Soviet answer to Mickey Mouse, reviled by Russian conservative ideologues
8:21
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
Full Episode
49:52

Americas

4.4K posts
A large conference room filled with people listening to a speaker at a podium on stage during an event, with 'msc' logos displayed on screens and walls.
Marco Rubio addresses Munich Security Conference with new tone from US
Full Episode
50:38
Migration
Migrants take to social media to document their risky journey to the US
3:52
Business, Finance & Economics
Amazon rainforest imperiled in gold rush
Politics
Hugo Chavez’s 5 weirdest moments
Agence France-Presse
Top 5 worst natural disasters of 2011
Politics
Portia Simpson Miller, Jamaica’s first female prime minister, returns to power with election win
Lifestyle
Ayahuasca, an Amazonian trip
Politics
Michele Bachmann stands by bribery allegations against Ron Paul
Lifestyle
Ayahuasca photos
Agence France-Presse
String of arsons in Los Angeles continues
Agence France-Presse
Allen Reggie arrested for carrying two loaded guns into NYC subway station
Business, Finance & Economics
Kate, Middle Kingdom, and deficit among 2012’s projected top words
Conflict
Did Peru commandos execute hostage-takers?
Lifestyle
Argentine President Cristina Fernandez de Kirchner has cancer surgery
Agence France-Presse
Ecuador: Chevron loses appeal against $18-billion pollution fine
Business, Finance & Economics
Nicaragua goes back to gold
Politics
Newt’s team comes out swinging
Politics
British tabloid editor to take helm of New York Daily News
Business, Finance & Economics
Econ 2012, a view of America from Britain
Agence France-Presse
Texas teenager, Jakadrien Turner, accidentally deported to Colombia

India

4.2K posts
Traveling without her parents to India for the first time
7:22
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
Full Episode
49:43
India cracks down on illegal sand mining
6:34
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
Full Episode
50:13
A narrow paved path lined with lush greenery, leading to thatched-roof huts surrounded by trees and people walking.
Lifestyle
Asia’s ‘cleanest village’ tries to find a balance between tourists and calm
7:38
India’s PM Modi threatens grip on power
6:52
Looks like a guitar, sounds like a sitar
2:18
A crowded train platform with passengers boarding an orange-striped train at a well-lit station.
Transportation
India’s new generation sleeper train leaves the station
6:55
A wooden boat crowded with people sails on a calm sea under a clear sky.
2025 marked new record for Rohingya lost at sea
Full Episode
50:03
A person leads two camels laden with goods across a desert, with a clear sky in the background.
Out of Eden Walk
To rediscover time, go for a walk
7:25
The legacy of Bollywood singer Asha Bhosle
8:04
Three decorated elephants adorned with colorful ornaments and gold headdresses stand in a sheltered area with attendants nearby.
Lifestyle & Belief
Mechanical elephants replace real ones for ceremonies in South India
7:59
A man wearing a white outfit is standing next to a vintage car designed to resemble a swan, with ornate decorations and a snake ornament on the fender. The background features other brightly colored, uniquely designed vehicles.
Arts, Culture & Media
In India, whimsical cars are public health intervention
7:28
woman in a blue suit waves and smiles
US drops sanctions against acting Venezuelan President Delcy Rodríguez
Full Episode
49:25
Refugees from Afghanistan struggle to make a living in India
7:07
In India, whimsical cars are public health intervention
7:28
Patent expires in India on weight-loss drug, paving way for affordable generics
5:59

Africa

4.1K posts
France convenes African leaders in Kenya
5:32
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 man passionately waves an Iranian flag at a public demonstration.
Fragile truce begins as US and Iran step back from brink
Full Episode
50:14
Oil shocks continue in Africa
8:14
How Russia recruits Africans to fight in Ukraine
6:43
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
A new South African video heist game robs museums to return African art
8:14
Early humans’ last common ancestor before Homo sapiens could have been African
3:36
India and EU strike behemoth free trade deal
Full Episode
50:25
Deadly flood waters inundate Mozambique
7:28
New trials in Africa could help tamp down spread of TB
8:13
Autobiography examines life of a woman who helped lead Africa’s independence movements
7:23
Chaotic Senegal win in this weekend’s Africa Cup of Nations
2:25
A flooded city road with a military truck carrying people through the water, while others wade alongside. Overhead signs indicate directions to various city areas. The surrounding area has buildings and trees with a cloudy sky.
Indonesia hopes 20-mile long wall can defend Jakarta from rising seawater
Full Episode
48:37
US and China in competition for resources, with African countries stuck in the middle
8:17
The world reacts to Zohran Mamdani’s New York City win
3:07
Conflict
Starving and surrounded: el-Fasher residents plead for aid
6:55
No winner yet in Malawi presidential contest
0:33
Africa Climate Summit targets investment and expansion of renewable energy
5:34
Education Special: The value of American higher education
Full Episode
50:52

Syria

3.6K posts
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?
Full Episode
50:00
Syria brings Assad regime members to justice for the first time
8:00
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 group of people, including a woman holding a child and a young girl with a backpack, are seen at an outdoor location with military personnel and vehicles. The woman is wearing a headscarf and carrying luggage, and a soldier is directing the group. Military trucks and personnel are visible in the background.
DW
Turkey grapples with loss of labor as Syrian refugees return home
5:17
Syria prepares for the first trials of former regime heavyweights
6:51
A group of men in suits sit on a stage in front of a blue backdrop with the text "Board of Peace" repeated. The scene is framed by an audience, some holding up phones.
The latest on Trump’s ‘Board of Peace’
Full Episode
50:10
Fighting continues in Syria between Kurds and the central government
4:42
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
Full Episode
49:27
Syrians in Turkey are trying to decide whether to stay or go
5:47
Syria ceasefire in question
6:36
Syrian ‘hero swimmer’ acquitted of charges in Greece
1:51
Syrian forces and Kurdish fighters in Aleppo reach a ceasefire
4:19
A close-up of a microphone with a blurred background showing a seated audience in a casual indoor setting, with colorful posters on the walls and people engaging in conversation.
A holiday special full of laughs
Full Episode
49:58
Syrian comedians embrace a new era
4:33
Two US Army soldiers in uniform stand in front of an American flag; each is shown in a separate profile image against a neutral background.
Service member deaths raise questions about future of US presence in Syria
Full Episode
49:18
Killing of US service members in Syria raises questions about the future of US presence
5:42
The hopes and challenges for a post-war Syria
10:13
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
Full Episode
48:58
Syrians look back on one year since the fall of Bashar al-Assad
7:03

Afghanistan

3.1K posts
Human rights groups alarmed by EU-Taliban deportation talks
6:01
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
Full Episode
49:50
Afghans who assisted the US military could be sent to DRC
8:58
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
Full Episode
50:16
A doctor’s search to find home in war zones across the world
7:32
One man’s attempt to protect his newspaper from the Taliban
6:44
woman in a blue suit waves and smiles
US drops sanctions against acting Venezuelan President Delcy Rodríguez
Full Episode
49:25
Refugees from Afghanistan struggle to make a living in India
7:07
A man repairs a hole in a brick wall in a narrow alley with debris and stones scattered around. Another man walks in the background, and a colorful tarp is partially visible to the left.
Conflict & Justice
Clashes between Afghanistan and Pakistan raise concerns about ‘open war’
Two men in traditional and camouflage clothing operate an anti-aircraft gun mounted on a vehicle in a hilly, arid landscape under a clear blue sky.
Clashes between Afghanistan and Pakistan raise concerns about ‘open war’
Full Episode
49:52
Latest clashes between Afghanistan and Pakistan raise concerns about ‘open war’
8:15
A woman wearing a red long-sleeved shirt stands with her arms crossed in a luxurious, well-lit lobby with chandeliers and ornate columns.
Infrastructure
A discussion about Kabul’s iconic hotel through the years
9:53
A man in a suit speaking at a podium with an American flag backdrop.
Former US Vice President Dick Cheney dies at 84
Full Episode
49:18
A dimly lit supermarket aisle with shelves full of products is flooded with water. A person is seen in the distance holding a bag, walking carefully through the water.
Concerns about food security amid hurricane recovery in Jamaica
Full Episode
49:33
Afghanistan hit with a strong earthquake for the second time in two months
5:48
Aid groups say supplies entering Gaza are ‘not enough yet’
Full Episode
50:13
Rising tensions between Taliban and Pakistan following border clashes
5:51
While Europe’s airspace faces threats, the US gathers its top military brass
Full Episode
53:06
Internet is partially restored in Afghanistan
4:42

France

3.1K posts
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
Full Episode
49:55
An international friendship built on music
1:06
French volunteers adopt university students
5:25
A group of people attentively listen indoors, near a "Radio France" sign, with one person holding a "Vive la Radio Publique" sign.
Media
French public media is being targeted by the far-right
5:18
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
Full Episode
50:21
France convenes African leaders in Kenya
5:32
Joy comes to the band Ireke
1:41
The French president sings ‘La Bohème’
1:25
France’s far-right is hoping for a big win
12:46
The latest Polymarket scandal: French weather
2:17
Don’t say climate change
3:43
Anniversary of the oldest-known voice recording
1:10
Election campaign posters displayed on metal boards in Paris, with signs for the 2026 municipal elections. Features images and names of three candidates, and a notice indicating prohibited postings.
DW
Some political offices in France are not only undisputed, there aren’t any candidates
6:12
A person standing partially behind a voting booth curtain with another person sitting at a table nearby, likely at a polling station.
DW
France moving to the right as voters head to the polls for local elections
5:03
A group of uniformed security forces standing on and around several white patrol vehicles marked with "Guardia Nacional," in an urban setting with colorful buildings in the background.
Killing of Mexican drug cartel boss ‘El Mencho’ sparks wave of violence
Full Episode
50:15
Is France giving up on green energy?
4:27
High profile murder in France inflames political tensions
4:40

Mexico

2.9K posts
The electronic sounds of Cumbia
10:25
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
Full Episode
50:21
Mexicans vanish, and it’s not just criminals who are to blame
6:50
How a meetup in Mexico became a media spectacle
6:53
Mexico City’s sonidero parties break social barriers
5:34
Two people stand outside a pharmacy named "Mi Consultorio San Pablo" with visible signage and colorful window graphics.
Health & Medicine
Mexico plans to reform its healthcare system — but can it deliver?
6:21
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
Full Episode
50:01
US indicts Mexican governor, alleging ties to Sinaloa Cartel
7:52
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
Full Episode
50:10
Chinese EVs on the rise in Mexico
4:11
Attempts to clean up water supplies in Mexico
6:32
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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Forging a new path in Mexico’s mariachi culture
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Shooting in Mexico puts focus on safety ahead of the World Cup
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Whale sightings in the Gulf of California are plummeting
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Mexico reopens Azteca Stadium ahead of 2026 World Cup
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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
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Oil is washing up on Mexico’s east coast. There are disagreements about where it’s coming from.
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Egypt

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Cairo’s historic downtown comes back to life, thanks to Gen Z
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SFTS: How do we define ‘home?’
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The unmaking of a hugely successful female pharaoh
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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 row of trucks loaded with pallets of aid packages labeled "UAE Aid" parked along a barrier, with a child walking nearby, under a clear sky.
Rafah crossing opens but only small numbers of people are being allowed through
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Rafah crossing opens between Gaza and Egypt
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Egypt’s hip-hop movement
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LGBTQ Pride Match scheduled for 2026 World Cup is Egypt vs. Iran
4:05
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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Vessel discovered near Egypt could be ‘ancient party boat’
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A group of people observing ancient Egyptian statues displayed in a museum exhibit, with the statues positioned behind a glass case.
Arts, Culture & Media
Two decades in the making, the Grand Egyptian Museum building is as intriguing as its artifacts
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Israelis celebrate release of hostages, world leaders meet to sign Gaza peace deal
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‘It’s peace in the Middle East’
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Negotiations over the war in Gaza begin in Egypt
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Negotiations over Gaza begin in Egypt
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The end of decades-old rent caps in Egypt
4:05
UN summit puts spotlight on abducted Ukrainian children
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Egypt releases its most prominent political prisoner
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US allies recognize Palestinian statehood at UN General Assembly
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Germany

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People holding a large banner reading "Rassismus tötet!" during a protest on a street.
DW
Efforts to decolonize Berlin as UN calls for reparations to right ‘historical wrongs’
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US considers reducing troop levels in Europe, alarming allies
6:23
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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The German village where the seasons determine how the mail gets delivered
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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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A new indie-pop group from Germany wows The World
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Efforts to save ‘Timmy’ the stranded whale raise ethical questions in Germany
10:02
Could married men become Catholic priests?
6:01
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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This artist’s sculptures are made of sugar — and people won’t stop licking them
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Volunteers fill the gap after Berlin drops pigeon control services
7:17
After the welcome, Ukrainian refugees face fading support
6:57
Rubio’s message to Europe, a slightly different tone
1:24
Munich Security Conference opens amid strained transatlantic ties
6:05
Milli Vanilli, stripped of a Grammy 35 years ago, could win one this Sunday
7:15
Turkish-German band’s unique sound is a world in itself
1:52
In Berlin, standup comedy is having a moment
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People walking through a busy market filled with vibrant displays of fruits and vegetables, including bananas, oranges, and green onions, under colorful awnings.
Iranians grapple with a weakening currency
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Pakistan

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Malala Yousafzai discusses radical hate and her Oscar-nominated documentary
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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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A family sits on woven cots under a thatched shelter with a solar panel nearby, in what appears to be a makeshift outdoor setting.
The Big Fix
Pakistan’s solar revolution
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A person leads two camels laden with goods across a desert, with a clear sky in the background.
Out of Eden Walk
To rediscover time, go for a walk
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Why negotiating experience matters in high-stakes Iran talks
12:58
Ali Sethi on the role of shared culture among warring nations
8:26
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
How Pakistan came to play mediator in the Iran war
9:05
A doctor’s search to find home in war zones across the world
7:32
A man repairs a hole in a brick wall in a narrow alley with debris and stones scattered around. Another man walks in the background, and a colorful tarp is partially visible to the left.
Conflict & Justice
Clashes between Afghanistan and Pakistan raise concerns about ‘open war’
Two men in traditional and camouflage clothing operate an anti-aircraft gun mounted on a vehicle in a hilly, arid landscape under a clear blue sky.
Clashes between Afghanistan and Pakistan raise concerns about ‘open war’
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Latest clashes between Afghanistan and Pakistan raise concerns about ‘open war’
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Debris and rubble inside a partially collapsed building with a damaged wardrobe and household items scattered. Two people are inspecting the damage.
Conflict & Justice
As Islamabad reels from mosque bombing, Pakistan’s military fights insurgents in border regions 
As Islamabad reels from mosque bombing, Pakistan’s military fights insurgents in border regions
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Leaders and officials pose for a group photo at the EU-Western Balkans Summit in Brussels on December 17, 2025, with EU flags displayed on either side.
Relations between the US and European Union remain tense
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Lawyer takes Pakistan government to court over the price of pads and tampons
6:51
India rounds up suspects in Kashmir after Delhi bombing
6:21
Pakistani lawmakers grant military chief lifelong immunity
7:30
A flooded city road with a military truck carrying people through the water, while others wade alongside. Overhead signs indicate directions to various city areas. The surrounding area has buildings and trees with a cloudy sky.
Indonesia hopes 20-mile long wall can defend Jakarta from rising seawater
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Iraq

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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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With war on its doorstep, Iraq taps a political outsider to become prime minister
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The US and Israel wanted the Kurds to help bring down the Iranian government. That didn’t happen.
6:03
The future of a beloved fish dish in drought-stricken Iraq
5:55
Stunning purge of China’s military
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A dry, barren field with several tall palm trees and sparse patches of grass under a blue sky with a few clouds.
Iraq sees worst drought in nearly a century
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For almost 100 years, Iraq has not seen a drought like this one
6:06
A traditional café interior with several men seated around wooden tables, surrounded by walls adorned with framed photographs and cultural decorations.
Culture
An afternoon at the iconic Martyrs’ Café in Baghdad
5:49
A group of people walking along a city street next to a clothing stall displaying colorful garments. The scene includes women wearing different styles of head coverings, and a variety of street fashion. Trees and shopfronts are visible in the background.
Iran contemplates evacuating capital over water scarcity
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Amid widespread voter apathy, Iraq prepares for parliamentary elections
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A man in a suit speaking at a podium with an American flag backdrop.
Former US Vice President Dick Cheney dies at 84
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Mall fire kills dozens of people in Iraq
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Kurdistan Workers’ Party ceremonially lays down its arms
1:44
Sandstorms in southern Iraq
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The state of foreign investment in Iraq
5:00
Study: High levels of uranium and lead found in bones of Iraqis linked to conflict
4:52
Conflict
Kurds cautiously optimistic about PKK’s ceasefire with Turkey
5:45
Iraq’s population grows to 46 million people following nationwide census
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Japan

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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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Traditional Japanese art form combines storytelling and standup
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Music to make you smile from Hiromi’s Sonicwonder
4:51
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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Japan scraps long-standing ban on lethal arms exports
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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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Japanese are working around the law requiring couples to have the same last name
1:05
Japan’s prime minister meets Deep Purple
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Famed Japanese drummer is big outside of Japan
5:59
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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Japanese Baby Boomer Masayoshi Takanaka is all the rage
1:47
Hiroshima survivor who devoted his life to finding the families of 12 American POWs has died
8:18
Oil shortages from Iran war reverberate around the globe
13:56
Japanese internment survivors fear White House could repeat history
4:41
Celebrating 30 years of Pokémon’s “Catching ‘Em All”
1:49
A large audience is gathered in a multi-tiered conference hall with a speaker addressing them from a stage with the 'msc' logo displayed prominently.
Munich Security Conference kicks off amid strained transatlantic ties
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A woman in a black top and jeans performs a dynamic dance move on a plaza with a historic red brick building in the background. Other people are walking by and trees line the square.
Arts, Culture & Media
This tap dancer from Japan uses New York City landmarks as her backdrops
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Jimmy Lai, fierce critic of Beijing, receives 20-year sentence
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Japan’s prime minister looks to implement her agenda with big election win
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Canada

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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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Walter Cup goes to Canada for the first time
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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
More and more Americans are making a run for the border
4:09
Traditional Japanese art form combines storytelling and standup
5:59
US fans sing Canadian anthem
1:14
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
Canadian prime minister details country’s separation from the US
1:49