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Chaos erupted again near an aid distribution point in Rafah in the Gaza Strip, this time killing more than 20 people, according to the International Red Cross. Local health officials say Israeli soldiers fired on civilians. But the IDF blames Hamas militants for the violence. Arwa Damon, the founder of the International Network for Aid, Relief and Assistance, talks with The World’s Host Carolyn Be...

For 80 years, the Fulbright program has enabled a research exchange between the US and the rest of the world, welcoming foreign scholars and scientists to the US and enabling US citizens to tap into research networks abroad. Not only has it strengthened US research prowess, but it's also become a major geopolitical soft power tool. The World's Joshua Coe reports.

The butterfly sanctuary in Mexico City's Natural History Museum is now the host of thousands of Orizaba silkmoths. Those moths have been steadily decreasing in number in the city due to urbanization. But 2,600 cocoons of the silkmoth were rescued from an empty lot, cleaned and hung up from clothing lines by biologists at the museum. Host Carolyn Beeler has the details.

After Massachusetts approved a law allowing undocumented immigrants to drive legally in 2023, the numbers of licensed drivers doubled in a year. Despite growing fears of a nationwide crackdown on immigrants, people in the state are still seeking licenses in higher numbers than before the law was passed. A big reason for that is the state's attorney general, who has promised not to share license da...

In a Moscow suburb, locals have been battling against city officials and the Russian Orthodox Church to stop construction of a new church in a city park. This construction project is part of a plan to build at least 500 new churches in Moscow — a city of roughly 12 million people. And over the past 15 years, thousands of new churches have gone up across the country. Levi Bridges reports that these...

Ukraine attacked targets deep inside Russia yesterday, in what Kyiv called "Operation Spiderweb." The Security Service of Ukraine claimed responsibility for the attack using drones smuggled into Russia, which they say knocked out some 41 Russian planes, though Russia disputes that figure. Host Carolyn Beeler speaks with Samuel Bendett, an advisor at the Center for Naval Analyses.

The White House says it's working on a ceasefire deal for Gaza, and that Israel has agreed to the proposal. Hamas is reportedly reviewing the offer, which would include a temporary truce and the release of Israeli hostages. Also this week, Israel announced an expansion of Jewish settlements in the West Bank, the biggest expansion of settlements in decades. They're considered illegal under internat...

Reborn dolls that are hyperrealistic, handcrafted baby dolls have gone viral in Brazil, sparking both fascination and controversy. Co-hosts Carolyn Beeler and Carol Hills explain.

Growing wildfires in Canada have forced widespread evacuations, with 17,000 people moved in Manitoba. Many of these people are from Canada's First Nations, in remote communities accessible only by single roads, boat or air. Chief David Monias of Pimicikamak Cree Nation is helping coordinate his community's evacuation. He tells The World's Carol Hills there is not enough accommodation, and resource...

A current exhibit at Boston's Museum of Fine Arts puts Vincent Van Gogh's portraits of the Roulin family into important context. The French family made the Dutchman feel like he belonged, and their relationship lives on in touching letters. The World's Bianca Hillier reports.

Ethnic killings in Sudan, documented to have been committed overwhelmingly by the RSF, have been called genocide by the US government. The World's Carolyn Beeler talks with reporter Nicholas Niarchos, who went to Sudan, and whose story about Sudanese fleeing the Rapid Support Forces reveals the ideology that drives the RSF's violent campaign against various ethnic groups throughout the country.

The clash between the Trump administration and Voice of America continues. In March, an executive order was issued to eliminate VOA’s supervising agency. Since then, VOA has been slashed and has cut down operations while also challenging the executive order in court. The World’s Daniel Ofman reports that as VOA shrinks, Russian news agencies targeting international audiences are growing.

Hosts Carolyn Beeler and Carol Hills catch you up on headlines in the news you may have missed.

Colombian pop star Shakira returns to US stages for the first time in seven years with her Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran tour — Women Don’t Cry Anymore. Following sold-out shows across Latin America, the tour includes nearly 20 US dates and blends personal storytelling, bilingual performances and global rhythms. It’s projected to earn over $200 million worldwide. The World's Tibisay Zea reports.

With the former dictator Bashar al-Assad gone, comedians in Syria see a new moment for the art form. They have been putting together shows at cafes and clubs across Damascus. The World’s Shirin Jaafari reports on how these comedians are telling jokes

Beginning July 1, the French will no longer be able to smoke in places where children might be, including on beaches and at parks, sports venues or bus stops. If you're asking "what could be more French than smoking," well the truth is that smoking is on the decline in France. Though, as hosts Carol Hills and Carolyn Beeler explain, you can still smoke at outdoor cafes.

Under new UN-backed plans to streamline air travel, physical passports could become a thing of the past. The proposal from the The International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) could lead to the most-dramatic shift in international air travel policy in decades, moving from a paper-based system to just facial recognition. The World's transportation correspondent Jeremy Siegel has the story.

Syrians are rushing to buy metal detectors in the aftermath of the Assad regime's collapse late last year. Many are on the hunt for gold left behind by previous civilizations and empires from Syria's history. Amr al-Azm, a professor of Middle East history and anthropology at Shawnee State University, joined host Carolyn Beeler from Damascus to discuss the gold rush in Syria and how decades of fami...

Due to Taiwan's falling birth rate, enrollment at many universities and colleges has been declining for years, forcing many higher education institutions to shut their doors or merge with other universities. Since 2014, 15 colleges and universities have closed in Taiwan. Ashish Valentine reports from Taiwan.

Poland’s presidential election this weekend is more than just a vote — it’s a pivotal moment for the country’s democracy. At stake is the future direction of Poland, with voters choosing between two starkly different candidates: a right-wing populist opposing abortion and LGBTQ rights, and a pro-European liberal who has marched in Warsaw’s pride parade. The World's Europe correspondent, Orla Barry...

Thursday marked a milestone in Syria. For the first time since 2012, the US officially has a diplomatic presence there. Although the US Embassy has not reopened, on Thursday, the US flag was raised at the ambassador's residence in Damascus for the first time since the US left Syria in 2012. Carolyn Beeler speaks with Amr al-Azm, a professor at Shawnee State University about what comes next.

The global banana company Chiquita has sacked thousands of Panamanian plantation workers after they went on strike to protest a new law curtailing their pension rights. After workers began blockading the Pan-American highway, Panama’s government declared a state of emergency in the province of Bocas del Toro. The World’s Marco Werman discusses the implications with Panamanian political analyst Rod...

Harvard is known for being one of the top academic institutions in the world. But the university's sports teams also draw top talent from across the globe. About 20% of all Harvard athletes come from abroad. The World's Bianca Hillier reports on which sports are at risk if the Trump administration's ban on international students takes effect.

Mongolia's prime minister was seen as a force for reliable government in a country that has mineral-wealth oligarchies. But now, his son's unexplained lavish gifts and lifestyle have caused questions, protests and a confidence vote. The Mercedes Benz and Dior purse for his girlfriend looks to many Mongolians like corruption. Marco Werman speaks with Julian Dierkes, a Mongolia specialist at the Uni...

For nearly six decades, Ngũgĩ wa Thiong'o’s writings chronicled the story of Kenya, from colonial rule to troubled democracy. The giant of African literature has died at age 87. He spent time in jail and exile, writing the first modern novel in the Gikuyu language on prison toilet paper. The World’s Carolyn Beeler learns more from Kenyan author Dennis Mugaa.