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Iran's Supreme Leader expressed serious doubts today about nuclear talks with the US, citing "excessive" demands from the Washington as the reason. The World's Hosts Carolyn Beeler and Marco Werman have the details.

Iran's Supreme Leader expressed serious doubts today about nuclear talks with the US, citing "excessive" demands from the Washington as the reason. The World's Hosts Carolyn Beeler and Marco Werman have the details.

Nuclear talks between the US and Iran on shaky ground

Once dismissed as working-class entertainment, Mexico City’s sonideros, or outdoor cumbia parties, are now gaining recognition and reshaping public spaces. The events now draw crowds in upscale neighborhoods and at public festivals. With growing visibility of female DJs, sonideros have become a symbol of cultural pride, breaking social barriers and earning heritage status in the city. The World's Tibisay Zea reports this story as part of a series about iconic sounds of Mexico's capital.

Once dismissed as working-class entertainment, Mexico City’s sonideros, or outdoor cumbia parties, are now gaining recognition and reshaping public spaces. The events now draw crowds in upscale neighborhoods and at public festivals. With growing visibility of female DJs, sonideros have become a symbol of cultural pride, breaking social barriers and earning heritage status in the city. The World's Tibisay Zea reports this story as part of a series about iconic sounds of Mexico's capital.

Once marginalized, Mexico City's sonidero parties draw crowds across social divides

Approximately 350,000 Venezuelans in the US are in the country legally through Temporary Protected Status (TPS), which prevents the deportation of migrants back to home countries where conditions pose an immediate safety risk. Yesterday, the US Supreme Court ruled that the Trump administration can, in fact, deport Venezuelan TPS holders, despite that designation. Host Carolyn Beeler speaks with Venezuelan journalist Mary Triny Mena to find out what they can expect upon their return.

Approximately 350,000 Venezuelans in the US are in the country legally through Temporary Protected Status (TPS), which prevents the deportation of migrants back to home countries where conditions pose an immediate safety risk. Yesterday, the US Supreme Court ruled that the Trump administration can, in fact, deport Venezuelan TPS holders, despite that designation. Host Carolyn Beeler speaks with Venezuelan journalist Mary Triny Mena to find out what they can expect upon their return.

Loss of Temporary Protected Status could force migrants back to Venezuela

Officials in London are bringing the "ding ding" chime back to double-decker buses. The sound once signaled to riders that a stopped tour bus was about to depart. The pilot program bringing it back aims to reduce slips and falls onboard. The World's Jeremy Siegel reports.

Officials in London are bringing the "ding ding" chime back to double-decker buses. The sound once signaled to riders that a stopped tour bus was about to depart. The pilot program bringing it back aims to reduce slips and falls onboard. The World's Jeremy Siegel reports.

A familiar sound returns to London buses

Today is a somber anniversary: It's been 50 years since the systematic killing of roughly 1.7 million Cambodians began under the Khmer Rouge. The genocide included the slaughter of intellectuals and artists. Music, in particular, was targeted by the regime. Sovann Khon, who survived the brutality, now teaches and plays Cambodian music in Lowell, Massachusetts. He tells The World's Host Carolyn Beeler how performing saved his life.

Today is a somber anniversary: It's been 50 years since the systematic killing of roughly 1.7 million Cambodians began under the Khmer Rouge. The genocide included the slaughter of intellectuals and artists. Music, in particular, was targeted by the regime. Sovann Khon, who survived the brutality, now teaches and plays Cambodian music in Lowell, Massachusetts. He tells The World's Host Carolyn Beeler how performing saved his life.

A Cambodian musician on how he survived the Khmer Rouge

Amayo has had two life-long passions: Afrobeat from Nigeria and Chinese martial arts. Host Marco Werman speaks to the musician about how these two interests influence his new album, "Lion Awakes." Amayo dedicates the album to his grandmother, a shaman, or medicine woman, in Ghana.

Amayo has had two life-long passions: Afrobeat from Nigeria and Chinese martial arts. Host Marco Werman speaks to the musician about how these two interests influence his new album, "Lion Awakes." Amayo dedicates the album to his grandmother, a shaman, or medicine woman, in Ghana.

The Afrobeat musician Amayo on his new album 'Lion Awakes'

Today, the member countries of the World Health Organization approved an agreement that aims to prevent, prepare for and respond to future pandemics. As Host Marco explains, the delegates passed the agreement unanimously.

Today, the member countries of the World Health Organization approved an agreement that aims to prevent, prepare for and respond to future pandemics. As Host Marco explains, the delegates passed the agreement unanimously.

WHO makes pandemic agreement

Universities in the US face the possibility of federal funding cuts if they don’t comply with White House demands to walk back initiatives the Trump administration deems biased. Internationally, the use of federal funding to force change in higher education settings is nothing new. The World’s Joshua Coe found that the Trump administration might be learning from Hungarian leader Viktor Orban.

Universities in the US face the possibility of federal funding cuts if they don’t comply with White House demands to walk back initiatives the Trump administration deems biased. Internationally, the use of federal funding to force change in higher education settings is nothing new. The World’s Joshua Coe found that the Trump administration might be learning from Hungarian leader Viktor Orban.

Is erosion of academic freedom in Hungary a model for the Trump administration?

As electricity demand surges globally, Ontario, Canada, is planning to use a long-hyped nuclear technology to meet its needs. The government has approved plans for four small modular nuclear reactors. The move will make Canada the first G7 country to use the reactors for civilian use. The World's Host Carolyn Beeler speaks with Chris Bataille, fellow at the Global Energy Policy Center at Columbia University, about the state of the technology, whether reality matches the hype and perspectives on nuclear use in Ontario.

As electricity demand surges globally, Ontario, Canada, is planning to use a long-hyped nuclear technology to meet its needs. The government has approved plans for four small modular nuclear reactors. The move will make Canada the first G7 country to use the reactors for civilian use. The World's Host Carolyn Beeler speaks with Chris Bataille, fellow at the Global Energy Policy Center at Columbia University, about the state of the technology, whether reality matches the hype and perspectives on nuclear use in Ontario.

Ontario approves billions of dollars for small modular nuclear plant

Police showed up at the door of Ruth López, a prominent human rights defender, late Sunday night and placed her under arrest. López headed the anti-corruption unit at the Salvadoran human rights group Cristosal. Noah Bullock is the executive director of that organization, and he tells The World’s Host Marco Werman that this arrest is part of a larger crackdown on dissent.

Police showed up at the door of Ruth López, a prominent human rights defender, late Sunday night and placed her under arrest. López headed the anti-corruption unit at the Salvadoran human rights group Cristosal. Noah Bullock is the executive director of that organization, and he tells The World’s Host Marco Werman that this arrest is part of a larger crackdown on dissent.

Lawyer and human rights defender arrested in El Salvador

After a weekend of festivities surrounding Haitian Flag Day, the Toussaint L'Ouverture Cultural Center of Massachusetts will open to the public on May 20. In this story that first aired a year ago at the time of the groundbreaking for the facility, Esteban Bustillos of GBH in Boston looks back on the legacy of the center's namesake, one of the major leaders of the Haitian Revolution.This story originally aired on May 20, 2024.

After a weekend of festivities surrounding Haitian Flag Day, the Toussaint L'Ouverture Cultural Center of Massachusetts will open to the public on May 20. In this story that first aired a year ago at the time of the groundbreaking for the facility, Esteban Bustillos of GBH in Boston looks back on the legacy of the center's namesake, one of the major leaders of the Haitian Revolution.
This story originally aired on May 20, 2024.

Haitian cultural center in Boston celebrates Toussaint L'Ouverture

The 2025 Eurovision Song Contest concluded over the weekend. After a close tally, Austrian singer JJ won the top prize with the song "Wasted Love." The runner-up was Israel, whose inclusion in the contest has sparked controversy over the country's military actions in Gaza. Hosts Marco Werman and Carolyn Beeler have the details.

The 2025 Eurovision Song Contest concluded over the weekend. After a close tally, Austrian singer JJ won the top prize with the song "Wasted Love." The runner-up was Israel, whose inclusion in the contest has sparked controversy over the country's military actions in Gaza. Hosts Marco Werman and Carolyn Beeler have the details.

Austria brings home Eurovision glory

Romania, Portugal and Poland all went to the polls over the weekend. Hosts Marco Weman and Carolyn Beeler have the results.

Romania, Portugal and Poland all went to the polls over the weekend. Hosts Marco Weman and Carolyn Beeler have the results.

Results from three European elections

"Britain is back on the world stage." That was the message from UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer today as he hosted a landmark summit with the European Union — the first official meeting of its kind since Brexit. Five years after leaving the bloc, the UK and EU are once again sitting down to discuss key issues including security, trade, energy, travel and fisheries. But the so-called "reset summit" hasn’t been welcomed by all — with some Brexit supporters denouncing it as a betrayal of the referendum result. The World's Europe correspondent Orla Barry has more

"Britain is back on the world stage." That was the message from UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer today as he hosted a landmark summit with the European Union — the first official meeting of its kind since Brexit. Five years after leaving the bloc, the UK and EU are once again sitting down to discuss key issues including security, trade, energy, travel and fisheries. But the so-called "reset summit" hasn’t been welcomed by all — with some Brexit supporters denouncing it as a betrayal of the referendum result. The World's Europe correspondent Orla Barry has more

UK and EU hold first post-Brexit summit in bid to reset relations

In Mozambique, 10 people were killed by members of an ISIS affiliate in a vast wildlife reserve last month. The slain include people working to protect wildlife in the park, as well as members of the Mozambican military. The World's Host Marco Werman spoke to Martin Plaut, who long covered the region as a journalist for the BBC.

In Mozambique, 10 people were killed by members of an ISIS affiliate in a vast wildlife reserve last month. The slain include people working to protect wildlife in the park, as well as members of the Mozambican military. The World's Host Marco Werman spoke to Martin Plaut, who long covered the region as a journalist for the BBC.

ISIS affiliate in Mozambique kills 10 people at nature reserve

A familiar melody drifts through the streets of Mexico City — the music of organ grinders, a century-old tradition. But today, that tradition is under threat. The World's Tibisay Zea brings us the story of how these old organ melodies became part of the cityscape, and one woman's efforts to preserve this fading piece of Mexico’s urban soundscape.

A familiar melody drifts through the streets of Mexico City — the music of organ grinders, a century-old tradition. But today, that tradition is under threat. The World's Tibisay Zea brings us the story of how these old organ melodies became part of the cityscape, and one woman's efforts to preserve this fading piece of Mexico’s urban soundscape.

Meet the 80-year-old woman who repairs Mexico City's iconic street instruments

Japan's agriculture minister Taku Eto told people at a party fundraiser yesterday that he doesn't have to buy rice because his supporters give him more than he needs. That came at a time when rice is in short supply and prices of Japan's essential grain have sky-rocketed. Host Marco Werman explains that opposition parties accuse Eto of bragging and being tone-deaf.

Japan's agriculture minister Taku Eto told people at a party fundraiser yesterday that he doesn't have to buy rice because his supporters give him more than he needs. That came at a time when rice is in short supply and prices of Japan's essential grain have sky-rocketed. Host Marco Werman explains that opposition parties accuse Eto of bragging and being tone-deaf.

Japan steamed about rice comments

Hunger and starvation are on the rise in Gaza as Israel's government approves a plan to distribute limited aid and lift its blockade. But the Israeli military is concurrently carrying out a new offensive in the territory. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says the goal is to control the Gaza Strip. Host Carolyn Beeler speaks with Neri Zilber of the Financial Times in Israel about what this new offensive looks like and how observers understand the military action alongside humanitarian plans.

Hunger and starvation are on the rise in Gaza as Israel's government approves a plan to distribute limited aid and lift its blockade. But the Israeli military is concurrently carrying out a new offensive in the territory. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says the goal is to control the Gaza Strip. Host Carolyn Beeler speaks with Neri Zilber of the Financial Times in Israel about what this new offensive looks like and how observers understand the military action alongside humanitarian plans.

New Israeli offensive in Gaza kills scores as humanitarian situation worsens

The "like" button was created by a Yelp founder in 2005. The World's Hosts Carolyn Beeler and Marco Werman tell us about a new book detailing the history of the online thumbs up. It's called “Like: The Button That Changed The World."

The "like" button was created by a Yelp founder in 2005. The World's Hosts Carolyn Beeler and Marco Werman tell us about a new book detailing the history of the online thumbs up. It's called “Like: The Button That Changed The World."

20 years of affirmation from the 'like' button

Over the weekend, Russia launched 273 drones at Ukraine, making it the biggest drone attack since the start of the full-scale invasion in 2022. As the attacks on Ukraine continue, diplomatic efforts are also ongoing between the US, Russia and Ukraine. Today, US President Trump had separate phone calls with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Russian President Vladimir Putin. Host Carolyn Beeler speaks with The World’s Daniel Ofman about the latest developments.

Over the weekend, Russia launched 273 drones at Ukraine, making it the biggest drone attack since the start of the full-scale invasion in 2022. As the attacks on Ukraine continue, diplomatic efforts are also ongoing between the US, Russia and Ukraine. Today, US President Trump had separate phone calls with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Russian President Vladimir Putin. Host Carolyn Beeler speaks with The World’s Daniel Ofman about the latest developments.

Ukraine, Russia and the US continue diplomatic talks

Alaa Hassan was 25 years old when the uprisings against Bashar al-Assad began in Syria. He was part of the movement that grew quickly against the former president and that turned into a civil war. In 2013, facing mandatory military conscription, and the death of some of his closest friends at the hands of the security forces, Hassan decided to leave the country. It wasn’t until last December, when the Assad government fell, that he was able to return. Now, he tells The World’s Shirin Jaafari that he has a new mission: to document the loss, but also the rebirth, of his country.

Alaa Hassan was 25 years old when the uprisings against Bashar al-Assad began in Syria. He was part of the movement that grew quickly against the former president and that turned into a civil war. In 2013, facing mandatory military conscription, and the death of some of his closest friends at the hands of the security forces, Hassan decided to leave the country. It wasn’t until last December, when the Assad government fell, that he was able to return. Now, he tells The World’s Shirin Jaafari that he has a new mission: to document the loss, but also the rebirth, of his country.

Assad's fall means a rediscovery of Syria for this photographer

The city of Rotterdam in the Netherlands has opened a new museum dedicated to migration. It's called the Fenix and features art through the lens of migration. Host Carolyn Beeler speaks with artist Efrat Zahavi about her work featured at the new museum and the city of Rotterdam's deep connection to migration.

The city of Rotterdam in the Netherlands has opened a new museum dedicated to migration. It's called the Fenix and features art through the lens of migration. Host Carolyn Beeler speaks with artist Efrat Zahavi about her work featured at the new museum and the city of Rotterdam's deep connection to migration.

Rotterdam inaugurates new museum dedicated to migration

The late dictator Francisco Franco desperately wanted to project an image of Spain to the world as modern and open while maintaining iron-fisted control at home. His idea: to win the annual Eurovision song contest. He ordered his government to make it happen — and through luck and grit, Spain pulled it off, with "La La La" performed by a young singer named Massiel. But Massiel refused to playing along with the regime afterward. The World's Gerry Hadden reports from Barcelona.

The late dictator Francisco Franco desperately wanted to project an image of Spain to the world as modern and open while maintaining iron-fisted control at home. His idea: to win the annual Eurovision song contest. He ordered his government to make it happen — and through luck and grit, Spain pulled it off, with "La La La" performed by a young singer named Massiel. But Massiel refused to playing along with the regime afterward. The World's Gerry Hadden reports from Barcelona.

Spain's 1968 Eurovision win was Franco's loss

An Australian woman is on trial for allegedly poisoning her ex-husband's family with toxic mushrooms. The World's Sarah Birnbaum has the latest.

An Australian woman is on trial for allegedly poisoning her ex-husband's family with toxic mushrooms. The World's Sarah Birnbaum has the latest.

Trial underway for Australian woman who allegedly poisoned family with mushrooms

What began as a simple street advertisement has become one of Mexico City’s most-recognizable sounds. The high-pitched call of scrap metal dealers, blared from loudspeakers mounted on passing trucks, is now embedded in the city’s urban rhythm. In the first episode of a three-part series on the sounds of Mexico City, The World's Tibisay Zea explores how this everyday cry became a cultural landmark.

What began as a simple street advertisement has become one of Mexico City’s most-recognizable sounds. The high-pitched call of scrap metal dealers, blared from loudspeakers mounted on passing trucks, is now embedded in the city’s urban rhythm. In the first episode of a three-part series on the sounds of Mexico City, The World's Tibisay Zea explores how this everyday cry became a cultural landmark.

The street call that became Mexico City's soundtrack

At age 12, Eson Kim is held up at gunpoint with her dad in the family's hardware store. What happens next will forever change her. Kim shares her tale on "Stories From the Stage," produced by GBH's TV channel WORLD.

At age 12, Eson Kim is held up at gunpoint with her dad in the family's hardware store. What happens next will forever change her. Kim shares her tale on "Stories From the Stage," produced by GBH's TV channel WORLD.

Stories From the Stage: A Korean-American girl learns that love has many languages

Look on the flip side of any old paper or plastic container, and there will likely be some form of recycling symbol. Well, turns out much of that recyclable material isn't getting repurposed — and the recycling rate has declined for the eighth year in a row. That's according to a new report by Circle Economy, a nonprofit foundation based in Amsterdam that is focused on helping governments and businesses avoid waste and boost efficiency. The World's Carol Hills spoke to Matthew Fraser, the report's director. He joined the show from São Paulo where he's currently at the World Circular economy forum.

Look on the flip side of any old paper or plastic container, and there will likely be some form of recycling symbol. Well, turns out much of that recyclable material isn't getting repurposed — and the recycling rate has declined for the eighth year in a row. That's according to a new report by Circle Economy, a nonprofit foundation based in Amsterdam that is focused on helping governments and businesses avoid waste and boost efficiency. The World's Carol Hills spoke to Matthew Fraser, the report's director. He joined the show from São Paulo where he's currently at the World Circular economy forum.

Global recycling rate decline, report finds

President Donald Trump wrapped up his Middle East trip this week with a stop in the UAE. When he landed at Abu Dhabi's Zayed International Airport, locals greeted him with a cultural performance. Hosts Carol Hills and Carolyn Beeler have the details.

President Donald Trump wrapped up his Middle East trip this week with a stop in the UAE. When he landed at Abu Dhabi's Zayed International Airport, locals greeted him with a cultural performance. Hosts Carol Hills and Carolyn Beeler have the details.

Trump greeted with Al-Ayyala performance in UAE

An Ontario court has ruled that the iconic Hudson's Bay Company can move forward with an auction of 4,400 items as it liquidates its assets and shuts its doors forever. Many of the items going on the auction block are historical and cultural artifacts from the company's 355-year history.  Carolyn Beeler speaks with Cody Groat, a professor of history and Indigenous studies at Western University in Ontario, about the history of Hudson Bay's Company, and the efforts to stop the auction.

An Ontario court has ruled that the iconic Hudson's Bay Company can move forward with an auction of 4,400 items as it liquidates its assets and shuts its doors forever. Many of the items going on the auction block are historical and cultural artifacts from the company's 355-year history.  Carolyn Beeler speaks with Cody Groat, a professor of history and Indigenous studies at Western University in Ontario, about the history of Hudson Bay's Company, and the efforts to stop the auction.

Canada's Hudson Bay Company moves a step closer to auctioning off its artifacts

The UAE has been pursuing AI innovation and has found a willing partner in US President Donald Trump. The two countries have agreed to cooperate on building a huge AI campus in the desert using chips from Nvidia, which the US has export controls on. The project is large enough that it will require a huge amount of energy to power. Sebastian Moss, the editor in chief of Data Center Dynamics, talks with The World's co-host, Carol Hills, about how such a massive project will need to succeed.

The UAE has been pursuing AI innovation and has found a willing partner in US President Donald Trump. The two countries have agreed to cooperate on building a huge AI campus in the desert using chips from Nvidia, which the US has export controls on. The project is large enough that it will require a huge amount of energy to power. Sebastian Moss, the editor in chief of Data Center Dynamics, talks with The World's co-host, Carol Hills, about how such a massive project will need to succeed.