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Back to SearchCombatting Russian authoritarianism with comedy
Exiled Russian journalist Vladimir Raevsky has used a well-known Russian fairy tale as the basis for his stand-up comedy. It’s called “the realm tha…
2 weeks ago
What it’s like to be a healthcare worker at the center of an Ebola outbreak
The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo has killed more than 300 people, putting it on track to become one of the deadliest incidents …
2 weeks, 1 day ago
As Venezuelans struggle to find earthquake survivors, many blame the government
The death toll continues to rise in Venezuela after twin earthquakes struck last week devastating coastal areas. The government says more than 1,700…
2 weeks, 2 days ago
Despite a ceasefire in Gaza, civilians don’t feel safe
As the world focused on the war with Iran, Israeli forces steadily took more territory in the Gaza Strip and killed more people last month than at an…
2 weeks, 5 days ago
Earthquakes cause devastation in Venezuela
Earthquakes have caused vast damage in Venezuela, catching residents by surprise in a place not accustomed to temblors. A state of emergency has bee…
2 weeks, 6 days ago
The town where the latest Ebola outbreak likely began
An Ebola outbreak is spreading across eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo that health experts warn could become one of the largest Ebola outbrea…
3 weeks ago
Political change in Colombia and the U.K.
In today’s episode we look at political shifts in two countries. In the UK, the former mayor of Manchester, England, Andy Burnham, may soon replace …
3 weeks, 1 day ago
World Cup firsts for Iran and Uzbekistan
Now that World Cup games have taken over nearly every television around the globe, today we bring you two stories of World Cup firsts in this year’s …
3 weeks, 2 days ago
India’s plans for a remote island paradise
India plans to build a major port, airport and town on pristine, remote Great Nicobar Island. Supporters say it could boost trade and jobs, but criti…
3 weeks, 5 days ago
A Ukrainian drone team hitting targets deep inside Russia
Ukraine recently launched one of the biggest attacks on Moscow since Russia’s full-scale invasion of the country began. Hundreds of long-range drone…
3 weeks, 6 days ago