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PRI’s The World: Latest Edition
Each weekday, host Marco Werman and his team of producers bring you the world's most interesting stories in an hour of radio that reminds us just how small our planet really is. The World is heard on over 300 stations across North America.
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PRI’s The World: Latest EditionRussia hits a battlefield deadlock in Ukraine’s Donbas
Last year, Russia made slow but steady gains on the front line in eastern Ukraine. But now, effective deployment of Ukrainian drones, along with a host of…
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Trump meeting in China to address tech, Iran war and Taiwan
US President Donald Trump arrived in Beijing today for talks with Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping. The two leaders are expected to discuss their countries’ tech…
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British PM refuses to resign amid growing party rift
The UK has had four prime ministers in just four years, and now, Keir Starmer is fighting to avoid becoming the next political casualty. Also, doctors in…
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Criminals aren’t the only ones responsible for Mexico’s disappeared
Relatives of Mexico’s disappeared took to the streets yesterday for a Mother’s Day march, calling on authorities to do more to deter kidnappings, abductions…
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A scaled-back Victory Day Parade in Russia amid growing security concerns
Russia’s annual Victory Day Parade this weekend is expected to lack the usual show of ballistic missiles and tanks. Meanwhile, a leaked security brief claims…
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Iran ramps up its executions amid ongoing war
Since the start of the US-Israeli war with Iran, the government in Tehran has executed 25 political prisoners — the highest number in such a short span of time…
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Uncertainty for 20,000 seafarers stuck in the Persian Gulf
The UN is warning that there's an "unprecedented" crisis in the Persian Gulf with 20,000 sailors trapped there since the beginning of the Iran war in March…
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Europe on edge as Trump signals pullback of US military presence there
Relations between the US and Europe are once again under strain, with President Donald Trump threatening to pull thousands of American troops from the…
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The Strait of Hormuz and its geographical constraints
The US Navy says it is now providing “guidance” to commercial shipping vessels through the Strait of Hormuz. But because of the strait’s geographical…
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The state of labor as workers celebrate May Day around the world
Today is May Day, when workers mark the anniversary of the birth of the labor movement in the United States. It’s an international movement that sees marches…
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Hungary's Magyar meets with European officials and makes his mark
Hungary’s incoming prime minister is moving quickly to make his mark. Péter Magyar, who takes office next month, met top European officials in Brussels this…
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Jet fuel price hike puts airlines and travelers on edge
The war in Iran has caused a massive crunch in the global supply chain, but nothing has been hit harder than jet fuel, with its prices more than doubling…
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Coordinated attacks in Mali expose weaknesses of military junta
Mali's military junta is fighting off coordinated attacks across the country, led by Tuareg separatists and al-Qaeda-linked fighters, in violence that’s left…
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Mexico hopes to fix health care access — but can it deliver?
Mexico’s government says it plans to expand access to health care and unify the system, but questions remain about whether those reforms can succeed without…
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G7 removes ‘climate change’ from environment talks
A G7 meeting on the environment kicked off in Paris yesterday, but in an effort to avoid a dispute with the Trump administration, two words were barred from…
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Israeli forces kill Lebanese journalist, injure photographer
Israeli forces have killed Lebanese journalist Amal Khalil and injured her photographer colleague Zeinab Faraj in what officials in Lebanon are calling a war…
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With new EU aid unblocked, Ukraine deepens its turn toward Europe
European Union envoys seem set to unblock a $106 billion loan for Kyiv now that Ukraine is once again sending Russian oil to Europe. Also, Canadian Prime…
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Some displaced Lebanese families remain in Beirut despite ceasefire
The war in Lebanon has displaced roughly 1 million people from the south of the country. Despite a 10-day ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah, and although…
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As world focuses on Iran, Palestinians in Gaza struggle to survive
Six months after a ceasefire was announced in Gaza, conditions remain dire. The cost of rebuilding the enclave’s infrastructure alone is estimated at more than…
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2025 marked new record for Rohingya lost at sea
Nearly 900 Rohingya refugees were reported missing or dead in the Andaman Sea and Bay of Bengal in 2025, making it the deadliest year on record. Also, Turkey…
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10-day ceasefire between Lebanon and Israel brings relief and questions
Today the Trump administration announced a temporary 10-day ceasefire between Lebanon and Israel. Also, long-time foes in Libya took part in joint US-led…
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Sudan's civil war three years on
Today marks three years since the start of Sudan’s civil war in which thousands are believed to have died and as many as 14 million have been forced to flee…
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Israel and Lebanon meet for direct talks for the first time in over 30 years
For the first time in more than 30 years, delegations from Israel and Lebanon are meeting for direct talks in Washington, DC. Also, a new documentary by PBS’s…
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Shock and jubilation in Hungary as Orbán is voted out after 16 years
The election results in Hungary are seismic. After four consecutive terms under Prime Minister Viktor Orbán, people voted overwhelmingly on Sunday for…
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Trump administration's third-country deportations raise legal, ethical concerns
The Trump administration has deported as many as 15,000 people to countries they are not from, ranging from Mexico to South Sudan. Also, whale sightings in the…
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Israeli airstrikes in Lebanon test fragile US-Iran ceasefire
Waves of deadly Israeli airstrikes in Beirut and southern Lebanon are threatening to derail the US-Iran truce. Also, concerns are growing that authoritarian…
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Fragile truce begins as US and Iran step back from brink
The two‑week ceasefire between the US and Iran, brokered by Pakistan just hours before US President Donald Trump’s threat of “total annihilation,” remains…
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Iran’s ‘whole civilization’ and heritage threatened by war
As US President Donald Trump threatens to destroy Iran’s “whole civilization” we take a look back at Iran’s heritage over the centuries. Also, opposition…
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US ups the ante in the war with Iran
A look at the tensions currently on display between diplomacy and escalation in the Iran war. Also, scientists in Southeast Asia are bio-hacking mosquitoes to…
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A rise in damage to civilian infrastructure in Iran raises alarms
Bridges, vaccine and public health institutes, and cultural sites are among the latest locations targeted by Israeli and American forces in Iran. Also, the…
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US drops sanctions against acting Venezuelan President Delcy Rodríguez
The US lifted sanctions against acting Venezuelan President Delcy Rodríguez yesterday. It's the latest in a series of changes that began when President Nicolás…
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The use of street cameras in war
A look at how security feeds and traffic cameras have become tools in some of the most high-level killings in recent wars. Also, Bologna, Italy, has…
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Locals describe the crisis in Cuba
A Russian oil tanker has reached Cuba, offering brief relief after months of severe fuel shortages; but for many Cubans, the crisis runs much deeper. Also…
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USS Gerald R. Ford arrives in Croatia as US prepares for ground war in Iran
This weekend, the USS Gerald R. Ford, the world’s largest aircraft carrier, arrived in the waters off of Split, Croatia, after being pulled from combat…
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Details emerge about strike on sports complex in southern Iran that killed children
On the first day of US and Israeli attacks in Iran, a school bombing in the village of Minab that killed many children triggered global outrage. The World…
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International Olympic Committee bans transgender women from competing in women's events
The International Olympic Committee has announced that transgender women will be banned from competing in women’s events at the Olympic Games, under new rules…
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Ukraine adjusts its strategy as Iran war drains global support
Ukraine’s president recently said he had a "very bad feeling" about the impact of the Middle East conflict on the war in Ukraine. The Kremlin is reaping…
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As warring factions keep fighting, people on the ground are the ones getting hurt
In this fourth week of the war in Iran, the uncertainty of bombing, and even just finding food and shelter, has taken a toll on millions across the region…
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Argentina faces fresh debate 50 years after its military coup
As Argentines prepare to mark the 50th anniversary of the coup that began years of brutal military dictatorship in their country, that very history is now…
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The Iran war is affecting global food security
As Iran continues to block ships from moving through the Strait of Hormuz, farmers around the world are seeing their fertilizer supplies coming up short, and…
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EU leaders want de-escalation in US-Israeli war with Iran
EU leaders are meeting in Brussels for a two-day summit that's been dominated by the war in the Middle East as tensions between the US and Europe continue to…
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Israel escalating attacks on civilian infrastructure in Lebanon
Israeli forces are intensifying airstrikes and ground operations in southern Lebanon, as well as hitting targets in Beirut neighborhoods. Also, a meningitis…
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Israel kills more top Iranian leadership
The Israeli military said on Tuesday that it has killed top Iranian official, Ali Larijani, who was de-facto running the country after the death of the Supreme…
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What ignoring the rules of war could mean for the world
The war in Iran suggests many of the doctrines, rules and assumptions that have shaped US military strategy for decades may no longer apply. Also, the South…
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How wars impact the most vulnerable people
The most intense bombing of Iran by the US and Israel has been taking place in the capital, Tehran, a city of roughly 10 million people living in dense areas…
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Oil depot fires in Iran impacting people's health
Israeli strikes on fuel depots in Iran have left residents struggling to breathe after the ensuing fires engulfing parts of Tehran have released toxic fumes…
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Iran employs disruptive maritime tactics in response to strikes
After being pummeled for 12 days by airstrikes, Iran has stepped up its asymmetric naval warfare by reportedly planting an initial tranche of naval mines in…
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Gulf states, caught in US-Israeli war with Iran, forced to stick with Western allies
Since the Iran war began, Tehran has been sending drones and missiles into its Gulf state neighbors' territories. The Gulf countries insist this is not their…
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Iran selects Mojtaba Khamenei as its new Supreme Leader
The powerful clerical body known as the Assembly of Experts has selected Mojtaba Khamenei as Iran’s new Supreme Leader. Also, schools have reopened after a…
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The latest from the ground in Iran and Israel amid war
We take a look at the effects of airstrikes on the ground in Iran and Israel a week into the war. Also, homes built from earth are making a comeback in…
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Iran war spreads beyond the Middle East
What began as a US-Israeli campaign against Iran within the Middle East is spreading far beyond the region. It now includes Iranian drones striking an airport…
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Spain condemns US-Israeli war on Iran, angers Trump
Trump has threatened to cut economic ties with Spain after Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez forbade the US from using its two American bases in Spain to…
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Iran's revolutionary regime is built to resist shocks
The assassination of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei was a jolt for Iran, but its political system is built to sustain abrupt change. Also, a look back at…
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The latest updates from the US-Israel-Iran War
As the US and Israel continue their attacks on Iran, the capital Tehran has turned into a war zone, and residents say they are fearful for their lives. Also…
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Clashes between Afghanistan and Pakistan raise concerns about 'open war'
On Thursday night, Pakistan’s military fended off attacks by the Taliban along its border with Afghanistan in the latest outburst of tensions between the two…
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Danish prime minister calls for snap elections
Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen announced new snap elections for the end of March. It comes as her party sees resurgent support — thanks, especially…
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Could a US war with Iran turn into a wider regional Mideast conflict?
The US has significantly ratcheted up its military presence in the Middle East in recent weeks. The US and Iran are set to meet for nuclear talks tomorrow, but…
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Ukraine marks four years since full-scale Russian invasion
Today marks four years since Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine, and one Ukrainian MP says the daily bombings have become “normal.” Also, the Ukraine war…
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Killing of Mexican drug cartel boss ‘El Mencho’ sparks wave of violence
Criminal gangs have torched buses and cars and set up roadblocks in several Mexican states after security forces shot the leader of the cartel Jalisco New…
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US Supreme court ruling halts sweeping tariffs
The US Supreme Court has struck down much of the Trump administration's tariffs on foreign goods, which have been a cornerstone of its trade and foreign…