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…
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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…