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Co-hosts Marco Werman and Carolyn Beeler, along with their team of reporters and producers, bring you the world's most interesting stories that remind us just how small our planet really is.

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  1. 2026-11-13 · 51 min

    The World’s reporter on the ground in Havana takes a look at what life feels like in Cuba right now, from long blackouts and economic hardship to changes in the private sector and growing tensions with the United…

  2. 2026-11-12 · 50 min

    Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang resigned today following reports of two inappropriate relationships, including with a subordinate and a woman suspected of being a spy for the Chinese government. Also, a look at the predicament…

  3. 2026-11-11 · 50 min

    More than 50 world leaders are gathering in Ireland this week for a series of high-level meetings, against a backdrop of growing security concerns across Europe, including bomb threats that have disrupted dozens of…

  4. 2026-11-10 · 51 min

    Trilateral talks in Abu Dhabi today among Russia, Ukraine and the US will resume tomorrow amid a political deadlock. Also, Malaysia bans online abuse to stem growing violence against women. And, a look at beavers…

  5. 2026-11-09 · 50 min

    Pope Leo XIV kicked off his first Latin American tour as pontiff over the weekend. His journey will test the Catholic Church’s role in a region dealing with economic hardship, environmental threats and declining…

  6. 2026-11-06 · 50 min

    Paraguay is facing a deepening political crisis after authorities intervened following the collapse of one of the country's largest digital banks, leaving millions of customers unable to access their money. Also, a…

  7. 2026-11-05 · 50 min

    Hungary has begun publishing the names of tens of thousands of people who spied for the communist-era secret police, shedding light on a system that recruited ordinary citizens to inform on friends, neighbors and…

  8. 2026-11-04 · 51 min

    Leaders around the world have been reacting to President Donald Trump's resounding defeat in the US midterm elections. Also, Argentine President Javier Milei has been courting tech leaders worldwide to build data…

  9. 2026-11-03 · 51 min

    In his new book, Andrew Natsios, a lifelong Republican and former USAID chief, argues that helping vulnerable populations overseas helps make Americans safer and more prosperous. Also, a look at the impact of the sand…

  10. 2026-11-02 · 51 min

    Since World War II, the US has built up the world’s most powerful navy. But in recent years, China has played catch-up and now boasts the world’s largest military fleet. Also, a look at how Israeli elections will impact…

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10/2026
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