With Kamala Harris, Americans again have trouble understanding what 'multiracial' means While the debates about Kamala Harris’ multiracial identity may seem new, they echo the commentary and confusion faced by […]
A Salvadoran American’s memoir ‘comes full circle’ on a family history of violence, struggle The World September 01, 2020 · 6:00 PM EDT By The World staff Producer Joyce Hackel […]
The international politics of COVID-19: Part II Inkstick Media September 01, 2020 · 2:30 PM EDT By Sam Ratner President Donald Trump and French President Emmanuel Macron wrap up a […]
Megaprojects and austerity measures are transforming southern Mexico The country's economy is in a downward spiral as the coronavirus continues to spread. The World August 05, 2020 · 3:30 PM […]
Family of Chinese pro-democracy activist held in secret detention calls for his release Ding Jiaxi had been on a collision course with the Chinese government perhaps ever since 1989 when […]
Discussion: The Latino Republican: Issues and influence in the 2020 election The World July 08, 2020 · 11:30 AM EDT By The World staff Share This Facebook Live discussion is […]
A US report shows big strides on human trafficking. Advocates say the message is misleading. Advocates across the world warn that with the pandemic and economic downturn, there’s an urgent […]
Discussion: How the coronavirus crisis is exacerbating food insecurities and global inequities The World June 29, 2020 · 11:30 AM EDT Updated: June 30, 2020 · 1:30 PM EDT By […]
As Lebanon’s financial crisis worsens, migrant workers are being dumped on the streets like ‘trash’ Human rights advocates say the migrants have little to no recourse, and that the situation […]
Black history is ‘integral part’ of British culture, says Black Curriculum founder What do students learn in the classroom about race and history? In the UK, an organization called The […]
Colleges brace for steep drop in international enrollment this fall WGBH News June 24, 2020 · 11:15 AM EDT By Kirk Carapezza Player utilities Popout Share download Listen to the […]
Discussion: The Latino conservative vote in the 2020 election The World June 23, 2020 · 4:30 PM EDT By The World staff The World is hosting a Facebook Live on […]
This African American in Ghana says making Juneteenth a federal holiday is a ‘small gesture.’ She urges police reform. The World June 19, 2020 · 2:45 PM EDT By The […]
In Ciudad Juárez, a new 'filter hotel' offers migrants a safe space to quarantine The guests at Hotel Flamingo in Ciudad Juárez aren't tourists on vacation — they're people who […]
Discussion: How systemic racism intersects with the coronavirus pandemic The World June 17, 2020 · 3:30 PM EDT By The World staff Video of Racism and COVID-19: Inequities and Policing […]
Why many in public health support anti-racism protests — with some precautions amid coronavirus Many health care workers say the pandemic and systemic racism are intertwined. But they stress the […]
Racism against African Americans in China escalates amid coronavirus In mid-April, reports of “imported cases” of COVID-19 from abroad stoked fears and prejudices in the country. The World June 12, […]
What South Africa can teach the US about racial justice and reconciliation "If you want to change, it has to start with an acknowledgment," says Stan Henkeman, executive director of […]
Trump proposes harsh asylum rules disqualifying many applicants The World June 11, 2020 · 2:00 PM EDT By The World staff Producer Amanda McGowan Player utilities Popout Share download Listen […]
Trump administration proposes more hurdles for asylum-seekers; Amazon halts police use of facial recognition technology The World June 11, 2020 · 10:00 AM EDT By The World staff Migrants are […]
Latino groups fight voter suppression efforts as US election nears Numerous efforts to suppress Latinos and black voters are underway across the country — particularly as white Americans make up […]
The power of protest: Part II Critical State looks at the power and impact of protests over time. As today’s protesters lay out their demands for public safety systems that […]
In France, the killing of George Floyd invokes the memory of Adama Traoré George Floyd’s killing sparked protests across the world. In France, it reignited calls for justice for Adama […]
America’s BLM protests find solidarity in South Korea On Saturday, around 100 demonstrators walked through downtown Seoul in protest of the killing of George Floyd by a Minneapolis police officer […]
US may be violating international law in its response to protesters, UN expert says International human rights advocates observing how the US is handling the protests have said the US […]
Was the US sleeping through China's rise? If the US can’t take care of itself in times of major crisis, how exactly is it supposed to “beat” China in global […]
US officials blast Apple for not unlocking Pensacola gunman’s phones The World May 19, 2020 · 1:30 PM EDT By Lydia Emmanouilidou Player utilities Popout Share download Listen to the […]
'We can't take our health for granted' as US reopens, says Dr. Howard Koh The World May 19, 2020 · 12:45 PM EDT By The World staff Interviewed by Elana […]
Rwandan genocide suspect found after decades; The dangers of 'vaccine nationalism'; Probe launched after Trump ousts State Dept. watchdog The World May 18, 2020 · 10:00 AM EDT By The […]
Facebook will pay $52M to US content moderators for trauma on the job. What about its international contractors? The World May 15, 2020 · 1:00 PM EDT By Lydia Emmanouilidou […]