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Host Marco Werman and his team of producers bring you the world's most interesting stories that remind us just how small our planet really is.

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  • 2488 - Greece goes on strike

    Public and private sector workers in Greece walked off the job to protest the rising cost of living. Public sector unions are demanding a 10% wage hike and the return of salaries cut during Greece's nearly decade-long financial crisis that began in 2010. Also the Biden Administration has agreed to supply Ukraine with anti-personnel landmines in an effort to slow the steady advance of Russia’s troops, especially in the eastern Donbas region. And, an entire fleet of diesel trains that were taken off the tracks in California are being shipped to the megacity of Lima, Peru, where they will be used for a new commuter rail project. Plus, the Catholic Church is set to get its first millennial and digital saint. Listen to today’s Music Heard on Air. Listener support ensures that the coverage we provide on air, online and through our podcast is free and accessible to everyone. Help us keep The World free! Give today!

    Wed, 20 Nov 2024 - 44min
  • 2487 - Proposed New Zealand bill redefining agreement with Māori erupts in political turmoil

    A proposed New Zealand bill redefining the country’s founding agreement with the Indigenous Māori has erupted into political turmoil, with protests all week culminating in a thousands-strong march on the capital of Wellington. Also, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is at the center of a multi-faceted investigation involving documents gathered using secret intelligence methods. And, global carbon emissions are on track to hit a new record high this year — as they continue to heat the planet, wreak havoc on local ecosystems and fuel more extreme natural disasters. Plus, the search for fairy tales was a search for identity for the Brothers Grimm. Listen to today’s Music Heard on Air. Listener support ensures that the coverage we provide on air, online and through our podcast is free and accessible to everyone. Help us keep The World free! Give today!

    Tue, 19 Nov 2024 - 48min
  • 2486 - China helps revive struggling Myanmar regime

    Revolutionary groups in Myanmar have been successful in battling the military junta that controls the central government. But China is not giving up on the regime. That's making it difficult for the rebels to topple the military rulers who seized power in a coup. Also, Ukraine now has a green light from the US to strike deep into Russian-held territory with long-range American weapons. And, we hear from a city in India that's become a model for protecting its citizens from a heat wave. Listen to today’s Music Heard on Air. Listener support ensures that the coverage we provide on air, online and through our podcast is free and accessible to everyone. Help us keep The World free! Give today!

    Mon, 18 Nov 2024 - 48min
  • 2485 - A global surge in measles cases

    The World Health Organization has released a new study saying that an estimated 107,500 people died from measles in 2023, most of them under the age of five. Also, a look at the effectiveness of “blue zones.” And, some moments of joy and resilience amid the war in Gaza. Also, farmers in Spain try to convert olive pits into "bio-fuel.” Plus, a look at last night’s Latin Grammy Awards. Listen to today’s Music Heard on Air. Listener support ensures that the coverage we provide on air, online and through our podcast is free and accessible to everyone. Help us keep The World free! Give today! And, we’re looking for feedback on our website. Take our quick survey!

    Fri, 15 Nov 2024 - 48min
  • 2484 - China opens massive port in Peru

    Peru is inaugurating a huge commercial port built by China, which is expected to become a game changer in the region. Also, a new study finds that private aviation is booming, with flights often clustered around big international events — including climate summits. And, the Biden administration is set to begin sending US military contractors to Ukraine. Plus, a new AI bot whose job is to scam the scammers. Listen to today’s Music Heard on Air. Listener support ensures that the coverage we provide on air, online and through our podcast is free and accessible to everyone. Help us keep The World free! Give today! And, we’re looking for feedback on our website. Take our quick survey!

    Thu, 14 Nov 2024 - 49min
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