More civilian casualties come to light from a strike that hit a sports hall killing children in southern Iran - The World from PRX
theworld.org/stories/2026/03/27/more-civilian-casualties-come-to-light-from-a-strike-that-hit-a-sports-hall-killing-children-in-southern-iran
‘Mexodus’ musical introduces audiences to a different Underground Railroad for people fleeing slavery - The World from PRX
theworld.org/stories/2026/03/27/mexodus-musical-introduces-audiences-to-a-different-underground-railroad-for-people-fleeing-slavery
Scientists are racing to understand what’s happening in Greenland’s rapidly melting glaciers and what it could mean for the entire planet ... Show more
Morgan State to host panel on the future of global journalism: Segment aired March 24, 2026.
weaa.org/show/today-with-dr-kaye/2026-03-25/morgan-state-to-host-panel-on-the-future-of-global-journalism
Norwegians are ready to say goodbye to winter - The World from PRX: Inside Europe’s Lars Bevanger from Deutsche Welle reports on the end of the winter tourism ...
theworld.org/stories/2026/03/26/norwegians-are-ready-to-say-goodbye-to-winter
Paid articlePaywall A brief history of US-Cuba relations - The World from PRX: On the 10th anniversary of President Barack Obama's historic visit to Cuba ...
theworld.org/stories/2026/03/24/a-brief-history-of-us-cuba-relations
Survey of gibbons in Cambodia show signs of forest health - The World from PRX: Scientists in Cambodia are using audio recordings to track endangered gibbons in ...
theworld.org/stories/2026/03/24/survey-of-gibbons-in-cambodia-show-signs-of-forest-health
Residents in neighboring Turkey ‘aren’t afraid’ as involvement in Iran’s war looms - The World from PRX
theworld.org/stories/2026/03/23/residents-in-neighboring-turkey-arent-afraid-as-involvement-in-irans-war-looms
Denmark holds snap elections this week - The World from PRX: From our partners at Deutsche Welle, DW, Inside Europe's Adrienne Murray reports on Denmark’s ...
theworld.org/stories/2026/03/23/denmark-holds-snap-elections-this-week
Housing affordability around the world - The World from PRX: As the cost of housing rises globally, The World takes a look at how different cities around the ...
theworld.org/stories/2026/03/20/housing-affordability-around-the-world
Celebrating Eid al-Fitr in one of Islam’s holiest cities - The World from PRX: As Ramadan wraps up, Muslims across the globe are preparing for Eid al-Fitr ...
theworld.org/stories/2026/03/20/celebrating-eid-al-fitr-in-one-of-islams-holiest-cities
The tiny island at the center of the US and Israel’s war with Iran is more than just oil installations - The World from PRX
theworld.org/stories/2026/03/20/the-tiny-island-at-the-center-of-the-us-and-israels-war-with-iran-is-more-than-just-oil-installations
Israel escalates attacks on civilian infrastructure in southern Lebanon - The World from PRX
theworld.org/stories/2026/03/19/israel-escalates-attacks-on-civilian-infrastructure-in-southern-lebanon
Key FactsHezbollah Faces Growing Isolation and Internal Strife
Mar 17, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: taz.de
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: taz.de
- Hezbollah’s military capacity has been reduced by Israeli attacks since the 2024 ceasefire, relying mainly on locally made weapons.
- The group faces increased political isolation, with allies like the Amal movement condemning its involvement in regional conflicts.
- Lebanon’s government pursues a fragile disarmament approach that fuels sectarian tensions and depends heavily on foreign funding.
- Despite rising frustration, Hezbollah remains influential due to Iranian financial aid and provision of essential social services.
Israel has been continuously attacking Lebanon since the ceasefire. It violates Lebanon's sovereignty daily, killing and abducting hundreds of people and preventing any reconstruction.— Joseph Daher, in an interview with taz
Remembering Margareta Magnusson, the author who introduced us to ‘Swedish death cleaning’ - The World from PRX
theworld.org/stories/2026/03/18/remembering-margareta-magnusson-the-author-who-introduced-us-to-swedish-death-cleaning
What ignoring the rules of war could mean - The World from PRX: The war in Iran suggests many of the doctrines, rules and assumptions that shaped US military ...
theworld.org/stories/2026/03/17/what-ignoring-the-rules-of-war-could-mean
Amid Madrid mega-statue hype, a small bronze dog shines - The World from PRX: Two proposals for giant statues in Madrid are stirring up controversy ...
theworld.org/stories/2026/03/16/amidst-madrid-mega-statue-hype-a-small-bronze-dog-shines
Muslims in Kashmir mourn the assassination of Iran’s supreme leader - The World from PRX
theworld.org/stories/2026/03/17/muslims-in-kashmir-mourn-the-assassination-of-irans-supreme-leader
France moving to the right as voters head to the polls for local elections - The World from PRX
theworld.org/stories/2026/03/16/france-moving-to-the-right-as-voters-head-to-the-polls-for-local-elections
Paid articlePaywall At a time of crisis for Haiti, a filmmaker reflects on past US intervention - The World from PRX
theworld.org/stories/2026/03/16/at-a-time-of-crisis-for-haiti-a-filmmaker-reflects-on-past-us-intervention
Serbians caught between East and West struggle to keep warm - The World from PRX: Serbia is facing an energy crisis, with its national oil company under US ...
theworld.org/stories/2026/03/16/serbians-caught-between-east-and-west-struggle-to-keep-warm
Turkey’s Izmir facing severe shortages as water levels continue to drop - The World from PRX
theworld.org/stories/2026/03/13/turkeys-izmir-facing-severe-shortages-as-water-levels-continue-to-drop
After Israeli strikes on Tehran's fuel depots, residents face a toxic aftermath - The World from PRX
theworld.org/stories/2026/03/13/after-israeli-strikes-on-tehrans-fuel-depots-residents-face-a-toxic-aftermath
Minnesota’s Hmong community feeling a sense of betrayal amid ICE crackdowns - The World from PRX
theworld.org/stories/2026/03/12/minnesotas-hmong-community-feeling-a-sense-of-betrayal-amid-ice-crackdowns
AI is rapidly changing math, and mathematicians are defining their role in the equation - The World from PRX
theworld.org/stories/2026/03/12/ai-is-rapidly-changing-math-and-mathematicians-are-defining-their-role-in-the-equation
Surströmming has drawn global attention because of an online challenge to eat what’s been dubbed the world’s stinkiest food ... Show more
A brief history of US, Israeli and Iranian relations - The World from PRX: The current war in the Middle East is just about a week old, but the history of US ...
theworld.org/stories/2026/03/11/a-brief-history-of-us-israeli-and-iranian-relations
Bangladesh just held its first free and fair elections in nearly 20 years after a student-led protest movement forced longtime Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina to ... Show more
30 Years of The World: Getting the Ground Truth: There are decades where nothing happens, the saying goes, and weeks where decades happen ...
wgbh.org/foundation/highlights/2026-02-25/30-years-of-the-world-getting-the-ground-truth
Measuring patients’ vital signs virtually in the heart of the Amazon - The World from PRX
theworld.org/stories/2026/03/09/measuring-patients-vital-signs-virtually-in-the-heart-of-the-amazon
This family in Prague holds classical music concerts in their own living room - The World from PRX
theworld.org/stories/2026/03/06/this-family-in-prague-holds-classical-music-concerts-in-their-own-living-room
Paid articlePaywall Descriptions of struggle at an art exhibition in Prague - The World from PRX: An art exhibition in Prague is stirring up quite a bit of concern ...
theworld.org/stories/2026/03/05/descriptions-of-struggle-at-an-art-exhibition-in-prague
As climate change melts permafrost, landslides are becoming more dangerous - The World from PRX
theworld.org/stories/2026/03/05/as-climate-change-melts-permafrost-landslides-are-becoming-more-dangerous
Amid surge in exports to US, Argentina aims to reclaim the glory days of its beef - The World from PRX
theworld.org/stories/2026/03/05/amid-surge-in-exports-to-us-argentina-aims-to-reclaim-the-glory-days-of-its-beef
Cuba’s private businesses navigate a narrow opening - The World from PRX: For decades, Washington has pressured Havana to open its economy to private investment ...
theworld.org/stories/2026/03/05/cubas-private-businesses-navigate-a-narrow-opening
Trump says Iran war could last weeks, Iran strikes US bases across region - The World from PRX
theworld.org/stories/2026/03/03/trump-says-iran-war-could-last-weeks-iran-strikes-us-bases-across-region
Key FactsGulf Conflict Intensifies with Strikes and Evacuations
Mar 2, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: cnn.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: cnn.com
- Iran refused to negotiate with the US after launching missile and drone attacks on multiple Gulf cities.
- Three American service members have died so far, with President Trump warning of potentially higher casualties.
- Israel and Hezbollah have exchanged strikes, prompting evacuations in southern Lebanon and other areas.
- The conflict disrupted air travel, damaged airports, and led various countries to plan evacuations of their citizens.
Iran will not negotiate with the United States.— Ali Larijani, Iran's top national security official and secretary of the Supreme National Security Council, said this in a post on X.
Clashes between Afghanistan and Pakistan raise concerns about ‘open war’ - The World from PRX
theworld.org/stories/2026/03/03/clashes-between-afghanistan-and-pakistan-raise-concerns-about-open-war
Spain debates using the sun for olive harvests or solar park projects - The World from PRX
theworld.org/stories/2026/03/03/spain-debates-using-the-sun-for-olive-harvests-or-solar-park-projects
Paid articlePaywall International adoptions face hurdles, leaving little hope for many orphaned children - The World from PRX
theworld.org/stories/2026/03/03/international-adoptions-face-hurdles-leaving-little-hope-for-many-orphaned-children
War in Iran sparks global travel chaos - The World from PRX: Tens of thousands of travelers remain stranded around the globe after several Middle Eastern ...
theworld.org/stories/2026/03/02/war-in-iran-sparks-global-travel-chaos
Health aid pact between US and Zimbabwe collapses - The World from PRX: An agreement between the US and Zimbabwe, under which the US would send health aid ...
theworld.org/stories/2026/03/02/health-aid-pact-between-us-and-zimbabwe-collapses
Daughters of the Donbas group creates music remembering abducted Ukrainian children - The World from PRX
theworld.org/stories/2026/03/02/daughters-of-the-donbas-group-creates-music-remembering-abducted-ukrainian-children
Paid articlePaywall Venezuelan exiles and former members of the military left out of amnesty law as government puts a limit on dissent - The World from PRX
theworld.org/stories/2026/02/27/venezuelan-exiles-and-former-members-of-the-military-left-out-of-amnesty-law-as-government-puts-a-limit-on-dissent
How a Brazilian Indigenous group uses art to fight for survival - The World from PRX
theworld.org/stories/2026/02/26/how-a-brazilian-indigenous-group-uses-art-to-fight-for-survival
Turkey has become a growing hub for Iranian businesses and cultural spaces - The World from PRX
theworld.org/stories/2026/02/26/turkey-has-become-a-growing-hub-for-iranian-businesses-and-cultural-spaces
The Big Fix: Lessons from Uruguay - The World from PRX: The small, South American country of Uruguay is an energy transition success story ...
theworld.org/stories/2026/02/25/the-big-fix-lessons-from-uruguay
Glitter makes Rio sparkle at Carnival. It also pollutes the environment. - The World from PRX
theworld.org/stories/2026/02/23/glitter-makes-rio-sparkle-at-carnival-it-also-pollutes-the-environment
A look inside Venezuela’s colectivos as the country faces an uncertain transition - The World from PRX
theworld.org/stories/2026/02/24/a-look-inside-venezuelas-colectivos-as-the-country-faces-an-uncertain-transition
Remembering Jesse Jackson, who pushed to globalize the US civil rights movement - The World from PRX
theworld.org/stories/2026/02/18/remembering-jesse-jackson-who-pushed-to-globalize-the-us-civil-rights-movement
Key FactsJackson's Appalachian Strategy for Working Voters
Feb 19, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: salon.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: salon.com
- Jackson tied class and race in Appalachia, exemplified by a 1988 Hazard rally that drew about 1,000 attendees.
- He stood with striking miners the following year and aligned with the nearly yearlong Pittston strike of 1989–1990 that affected roughly 1,500 people.
- His 'Keep Hope Alive' address framed politics as a moral arena and used his impoverished upbringing to build cross-racial working-class appeal.
- Democratic failure to replicate his on-the-ground approach contributed to Appalachian realignment toward Republicans and 'Trump Country,' and reversing it will likely take a generation despite sporadic engagement by figures like Bernie Sanders and Andy Beshear.
Born in a three-room house, bathroom in the backyard, slop jar by the bed, no hot and cold running water. I understand. Wallpaper used for decoration? No. For a windbreaker. I understand. I’m a working-person’s person. That’s why I understand you, whether you’re Black or white. I understand work. I was not born with a silver spoon in my mouth. I had a shovel programmed for my hand.— Jesse Jackson, Keep Hope Alive speech at the Democratic National Convention, 1988
Out of Eden Walk: 13 years on the road and counting - The World from PRX: National Geographic Explorer Paul Salopek is walking around the globe on foot ...
theworld.org/stories/2026/02/19/out-of-eden-walk-13-years-on-the-road-and-counting
Foreign laborers protest working conditions and unfair pay for renovating Barça football stadium - The World from PRX
theworld.org/stories/2026/02/19/foreign-laborers-protest-working-conditions-and-unfair-pay-for-renovating-barca-football-stadium
Canadians remain confident Gordie Howe Bridge will open even as Trump’s threats sow confusion - The World from PRX
theworld.org/stories/2026/02/18/canadians-remain-confident-gordie-howe-bridge-will-open-even-as-trumps-threats-sow-confusion
Turkey grapples with loss of labor as Syrian refugees return home - The World from PRX
theworld.org/stories/2026/02/17/turkey-grapples-with-loss-of-labor-as-syrian-refugees-return-home
Finnish city of Oulu is European Capital of Culture for 2026 - The World from PRX
theworld.org/stories/2026/02/17/finnish-city-of-oulu-is-european-capital-of-culture-for-2026
Paid articlePaywall 🥇🥈🥉 What country are you rooting for in the 2026 Winter Olympics?
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Will the third time be a charm in the murder trial of Slovak journalist? - The World from PRX
theworld.org/stories/2026/02/09/will-the-third-time-be-a-charm-in-the-murder-trial-of-slovak-journalist
Albania embarks on a controversial film restoration project - The World from PRX: A new project in Albania aims to restore and digitize decades-old films ...
theworld.org/stories/2026/02/09/albania-embarks-on-a-controversial-film-restoration-project
First animated feature made by, for and about Muslims hits US and Canadian theaters this weekend - The World from PRX
theworld.org/stories/2026/02/06/first-animated-feature-made-by-for-and-about-muslims-hits-us-and-canadian-theaters-this-weekend
Walking around the world takes a village - The World from PRX: National Geographic Explorer Paul Salopek is on a global walk from Ethiopia to Tierra del Fuego ...
theworld.org/stories/2026/02/06/walking-around-the-world-takes-a-village
Iranians crossing the border to Turkey say they can’t stop thinking of the family they left behind - The World from PRX
theworld.org/stories/2026/02/06/iranians-crossing-the-border-to-turkey-say-they-cant-stop-thinking-of-the-family-they-left-behind
Buddhist monks on national Walk for Peace receive flowers, tears and gratitude along a NC highway - The World from PRX
theworld.org/stories/2026/02/04/buddhist-monks-on-national-walk-for-peace-receive-flowers-tears-and-gratitude-along-a-nc-highway
Spanish weather forecasters face an alarming jump in online attacks - The World from PRX
theworld.org/stories/2026/02/03/spanish-weather-forecasters-face-an-alarming-jump-in-online-attacks
A new path to the top of the world - The World from PRX: A French-Nepali team is building a new route up Mount Everest that avoids the Khumbu Icefall ...
theworld.org/stories/2026/02/03/a-new-path-to-the-top-of-the-world
Somali community remains on edge in the Twin Cities amid ICE raids - The World from PRX
theworld.org/stories/2026/01/30/somali-community-remains-on-edge-in-the-twin-cities-amid-ice-raids
China's stunning military purge - The World from PRX: Analysts are calling it China’s biggest military purge in roughly half a century: President Xi Jinping ...
theworld.org/stories/2026/01/27/chinas-stunning-military-purge
Key FactsXi Jinping’s Military Shakeup Shakes China’s Command
Jan 27, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: firstpost.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: firstpost.com
- Senior General Zhang Youxia is under investigation for serious breaches including corruption and allegedly leaking China’s nuclear secrets to the US.
- A close ally of Xi Jinping, Zhang is accused of building political factions and abusing power within the Central Military Commission.
- Analysts suggest the purge reflects Xi’s broader effort to tighten party control and eliminate rivals rather than just addressing corruption.
- This leadership purge weakens the People’s Liberation Army’s command structure and may delay any imminent military operations like an assault on Taiwan.
For Xi, there’s nothing more important than strengthening party discipline and ensuring it does not go the same way as the Soviet Communist party, which in his view was rendered ineffective by corruption.— Neil Thomas, a fellow on Chinese politics at the Asia Society thinktank, explained the significance of party discipline in China’s leadership.
New play reimagines Australian history from Aboriginal viewpoint - The World from PRX
theworld.org/stories/2026/01/26/new-play-reimagines-australian-history-from-aboriginal-viewpoint
Cut to USAID funding affects rural regions of Colombia - The World from PRX: Funding for the US Agency for International Development was one of the first things ...
theworld.org/stories/2026/01/23/cut-to-usaid-funding-affects-rural-regions-of-colombia
Ugandan opposition leader Bobi Wine speaks from hiding after 'rigged' election - The World from PRX
theworld.org/stories/2026/01/22/ugandan-opposition-leader-bobi-wine-speaks-from-hiding-after-rigged-election
Polluted Tijuana River is an equal-opportunity disaster - The World from PRX: Billions of gallons of wastewater laced with industrial chemicals pour into the ...
theworld.org/stories/2026/01/22/polluted-tijuana-river-is-an-equal-opportunity-disaster
Eco-tourism in the Amazon is a double-edged sword - The World from PRX: In the first 10 months of 2025, international tourism in the state of Amazonas, Brazil ...
theworld.org/stories/2026/01/22/eco-tourism-in-the-amazon-is-a-double-edged-sword
Jakarta is sinking faster than any other megacity in the world. With 30 million residents at risk, the Indonesian government is embarking on one of the most ... Show more
