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Nord Stream sabotage trial puts Germany in a delicate position Oct 13, 2026 50:15 A trial begins for a Ukrainian national charged with sabotaging the Nord Stream pipeline. Also, Indonesia’s wildfire season is at its worst in over a decade. And, Nepal has suspended its search for the more than 5,000 people still missing from August's catastrophic flooding. Plus, Formula One announces that it will hold its first African Grand Prix in three decades in Rwanda. Learn about

Voter roll purge ignites protest march in India Oct 12, 2026 50:14 Thousands of people marched through New Delhi Monday toward India's Supreme Court, where opposition leaders sought to challenge a sweeping revision of the country's voter registration lists that removed more than 130 million names from the rosters. Also, a look at sexual assault at universities in the UK. And, an update on Hezbollah’s current standing in Lebanon. Plus, a NOVA documentary

Nobel Peace Prize awarded to former ICC judge Navi Pillay Oct 9, 2026 50:24 Former International Criminal Court judge Navi Pillay is the winner of this year's Nobel Peace Prize. Also, a look at tackling “honor killings” in Syria. And, some non-Czech EU citizens are eligible to vote in Czech Republic elections. Plus, Mexico brings back the bison. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

Venezuela sees a new wave of protests Oct 8, 2026 49:33 Nine months after former President Nicolás Maduro was captured by US forces, protests are surging across Venezuela. People are taking to the streets over blackouts, low wages, political prisoners and demands for new elections. Also, Germany has a new roadmap for its transition away from fossil fuels, with a deadline set for 2045. And, the Canadian government is preparing to destroy the te

Revisiting one of Israel’s worst-hit kibbutzim on Oct. 7, 2023 Oct 7, 2026 50:00 Kibbutz Be'eri was one of the first-ever communities created in Israel, in 1946, before the state itself. It was also one of the worst-hit kibbutzim on Oct. 7, 2023. The World revisits three years later. We also take a look at how lives have been changed beyond recognition in Gaza, and how the entire Middle East has been transformed. And, Germany’s former top spy appeared in federal court

Malaysia returns Rohingya refugees to Myanmar despite UN warnings Oct 6, 2026 50:48 Malaysia recently returned 1,500 Rohingya refugees back to Myanmar, despite concerns for their safety, as the persecuted Muslim minority remains “stateless” in its own country. Also, some protests in France calling for better public school funding are turning violent with police reacting in kind. And, a Belgian-born scientist has won this year’s Nobel Prize in Physics. Plus, the anti-graf

Brazil's incoming leader may change tone of relations with US Oct 5, 2026 50:23 Following this weekend’s election, Brazil will hold a runoff later this month between incumbent President Luiz Ignacio Lula da Silva and Flavio Bolsonaro, son of former President Jair Bolsonaro. Also, a young woman who worked at a plague research institute in Siberia has died, fueling concerns of a lab leak. And, the Morocco Paradox looks at people who feel lonely without ever actually be

Scandal hits storied British soccer club Manchester City Oct 2, 2026 50:22 An independent panel has found the British Premier League club Manchester City to be guilty on 114 out of 115 charges related to, among other things, widespread financial misconduct. The UAE-owned team has denied all charges and lodged an appeal. Also, a look at whether or not regulation can stop the scourge of AI-generated fake campaign material in Brazil’s elections. And, Egypt continue

Western Europe concerned about Russian hybrid threat Oct 1, 2026 49:30 Russia’s war in Ukraine is prompting a new debate across Western Europe about how far the conflict’s security risks could spread. Also, Turkey steps up diplomatic efforts to protect ships, cargo and sailors in the Black Sea amid the Russia-Ukraine war. And, Egyptian authorities have rounded up six editorial board members of one of two remaining independent news sites in the country. Plus,

Catastrophe averted on UAE flight to Israel Sep 30, 2026 50:27 According to Israeli authorities, a plane traveling into Tel Aviv from the United Arab Emirates nearly crashed after a pilot stabbed another pilot and appeared to have tried to crash the aircraft, but the plane eventually landed safely after being diverted to Saudi Arabia. Also, a look at Cuba’s shifting economy. And, students in more than 400 high schools across France are protesting fun

US withdraws its last troops from Iraq Sep 29, 2026 50:01 Several thousand US troops are leaving their remaining bases in Iraq by the end of the day tomorrow. US soldiers have been stationed in the country for more than two decades. Also, a look at how Spain, often violently, acquired its enclaves in Morocco. And, the Kelvin wave causes a commotion in the Pacific Ocean. Plus, measuring the Earth’s health by listening to the soil. Learn about yo

Brazil's Supreme Court in crisis ahead of high-stakes election Sep 28, 2026 50:28 Brazil's high-stakes presidential election is less than a week away, and a crisis is unraveling at the country’s Supreme Court, with a corruption scandal causing justices to trade insults and cancel sessions. Also, more than 30 people have been reported killed in a series of at least four separate mass shootings that have taken place in South Africa over the past week. And, efforts to rei

The story of a Haitian deportee Sep 25, 2026 49:37 Since late August, a plane has flown once a week from Louisiana, carrying Haitians — who had been living in the US under Temporary Protected Status, or TPS — across the sea to the city of Cap-Haïtien, after the US Department of Homeland Security ended TPS for Haitians in late July. Also, global foreign aid is shrinking at a historic rate. And, Beijing’s view of the Xi-Trump meeting in Wa

Ethiopia faces specter of renewed war Sep 24, 2026 50:01 Forces in Ethiopia's northern Tigray region seized three airports this week, only a few days after seven armed and political groups formed an alliance against the government. Also, climate control for art and artifacts accounts for a large share of museum carbon emissions, so museums are introducing new protocols to cut emissions while still protecting their collections. And, a new free d

Xi-Trump summit pageantry masks deep rifts Sep 23, 2026 50:00 Chinese leader Xi Jinping lands in Washington today for his first state visit since 2015. He will meet US President Trump to discuss safety, artificial intelligence, Taiwan's future and the possible extension of a trade truce. Also, an American Expressive Arts therapist has created an international network of mental health practitioners to support colleagues in Ukraine. And, a new report

The US State Department's secret deportation deals Sep 22, 2026 49:50 Since returning to power, the Trump administration has sent around 25,000 migrants to 28 unfamiliar countries. Also, who will step into the role of the next UN chief? The answer awaits at this year's General Assembly. And, drones are reshaping the battlefield and the injuries doctors encounter. Plus, learn which Slovakian city has earned the title of capital of culture. Learn about your

Saudi security and lucrative oil and gas business in 'sticky spot' Sep 21, 2026 49:30 Saudi Arabia weighs its options as Houthi rebels launch repeated missile and drone attacks on its cities, military sites and energy infrastructure. And, scientists experiment with a new Ebola vaccine. Also, the US, Denmark and Greenland sign a new deal that could ease months of tensions. Plus, researchers name a new cat species. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

Europe toughens migration rules as ‘weaponized’ Spanish crossing incident denied by Morocco Sep 18, 2026 50:11 Many people in Europe think the Moroccan government was involved in the large border crossing in July, when almost 80,000 people entered Ceuta, Spain's North African enclave. Morocco denies this. Also, in Turkey, the prime minister has ordered police to crack down on LGBTQ+ communities in Istanbul, leading to many raids and arrests under obscenity laws to “protect families.” Syria once ha

European Union proposes Canada become an "associate member" Sep 17, 2026 49:48 Canada and the European Union want to strengthen their alliance and broader trade ties. This week, the president of the European Parliament proposed making Canada an "associate member" of the bloc. Also, Mexican authorities are investigating a string of clandestine cryptocurrency mines after discovering more than 1,000 mining machines in a remote part of Puebla, apparently powered with st

21 killed in Gaza building collapse. Rescue workers continue to search. Sep 16, 2026 49:51 In Gaza today, rescue teams comb through rubble, searching desperately for survivors after a war-damaged building gave way. The death toll has climbed to at least 21, a Gaza Health Ministry official reports. Also, Israel's prime minister has vowed to introduce a law stripping citizenship from those accused of defaming the nation's army. And, in Nepal, flood survivors with disabilities str

Russian disinformation networks gear up for midterms Sep 15, 2026 49:18 The Kremlin’s history of election meddling is entering a new era, as artificial intelligence arms Russia with sharper, more elusive tools for interference in the US midterm elections. Also, global measles cases have surged by 8% since 2019. And, the Trump administration is tightening the rules for international students, shortening the time they can stay before needing to reapply for a vi

Iran-backed Houthis make major gains in Yemen that could further choke trade Sep 14, 2026 50:22 In Yemen, the Houthis, a rebel group supported by Iran, have taken more strategic territory along the Red Sea. This now includes islands in the middle of the narrowest part of the Bab al-Mandab Strait, a key route for over a tenth of global trade. Also, in Germany, police arrested a man last week suspected of planning and carrying out sabotage against the country’s electricity network, ap

Remembering the 9/11 attacks 25 years later Sep 11, 2026 50:42 Today marks the 25th anniversary of the Sept. 11, 2001, attacks on the United States. We hear from a variety of voices remembering that day and its aftermath. A documentary photographer discusses one of her iconic photos. A former Guantanamo Bay prison detainee who was never charged talks about his experience. We highlight the profiles of victims who died at Ground Zero. Plus, a look at a

As Nepal recovers, people seek to prepare for the next disaster Sep 10, 2026 49:42 A look at what could have been done better to prevent thousands of flooding deaths in Nepal. Also, a 9/11 widow helps Afghan widows. And, a former employee at the AI company Anthropic has warned on social media that the technology could “kill us all” by 2030, though others dispute the claim. Plus, the organic waste processing method that’s sparked a social movement in Colombia. Learn abo

Spain's far-right moves closer to power Sep 9, 2026 50:25 A coalition between Spain’s Populist, anti-immigrant Vox party with the center-right Popular Party could move the country closer to the far-right than ever before. Also, with the US military focused on its war with Iran, we look at how prepared Washington is to defend its Pacific allies. And, a delegation from Jamaica asks King Charles to seek guidance on whether Britain is obligated to p

Decoding the causes of the Nepal-Tibet flooding disaster Sep 8, 2026 50:12 Flooding is common in Nepal, but the avalanche that triggered water and debris to surge down the Trishuli River was of an entirely different magnitude. We take a look at the causes behind the disaster. Also, a small village in France that’s become a popular place for students to learn about Chinese history. And, an art detective talks about how "smash and grab"-style museum heists have be

Labor Day Special: The US celebrates 250 years Sep 7, 2026 49:57 As the United States honors its workers this Labor Day, it’s been 250 years since the nation was founded. We look at a defining ideal in the Declaration of Independence promoting “life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness” that was meant to resonate beyond the US. Also, a conversation about how the US’ current political fault lines have colonial roots. And, a discussion about the role No

Latest updates from flood rescue efforts in Nepal Sep 4, 2026 50:00 In Nepal today, some welcome but unexpected news as two survivors were rescued — alive — from the tunnel of a hydropower plant, some nine days after getting trapped by devastating floods. Also, the Spanish Women's Football League has announced it will subsidize the procedure for players on the national team to freeze their eggs. And, Giorgia Meloni becomes Italy’s longest continuously ser

Intelligence report alleges Morocco provoked Ceuta migration crisis Sep 3, 2026 49:55 A new intelligence report alleges that the Moroccan government masterminded the recent migration crisis in the Spanish enclave of Ceuta. Also, heat, drought and war have disrupted the global food supply, hiking food prices. And, after trade talks between the US and Canada fell apart, Canadians are fighting back with boycotts of American alcohol and other products. Plus, a look at Gloria S

Nepal's daunting road to flood recovery Sep 2, 2026 48:36 The World reports from on the ground in one of the hardest-hit districts of Nepal from recent flooding. Also, tributes honoring the former Bosnian Serb commander Ratko Mladić, who died last week while serving a life sentence at The Hague for genocide and war crimes, have caused outrage across much of Bosnia and Herzegovina. And, Mexico pushes back against the FDA narrative that a major Cy

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