Political history

Thailand’s work force is comprised of a large number of migrant workers, some of whom are in the country illegally. But for those who can prove they’re in the country legally, they’re set to get a raise, as well as access to government benefits.

Islamic scholars in Africa and the Middle East are reaching into the religion’s tradition of conservation to encourage adherents to help the environment.

Jamaican reggae star, Claudius “Kingman” Linton, is making a comeback, even though Tropical Storm Gustav has destroyed his Jamaican home.

‘The World’ reports on the foreign aid to Burma, which was devastated by a cyclone that left more than 22,000 dead.

Despite its ongoing transition from authoritarian rule to democracy, Myanmar is still facing serious tensions among its various ethnic groups. Anchor Marco Werman discusses those tensions with The World’s Aaron Schachter.