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The World @theworld.org · 14h

The World's Host Carolyn Beeler speaks with Victoria Pihl Sørensen, a Danish historian who has studied Denmark's IUD program in Greenland, to understand how the policy took shape and the impacts on an entire generation of Indigenous people.

A discussion about Denmark's forced IUD program for Greenlandic Inuit women and girls - The World from PRX

The World's Host Carolyn Beeler speaks with Victoria Pihl Sørensen, a Danish historian who has studied Denmark's IUD program in Greenland, to understand how the policy took shape and the impacts on an...

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The World @theworld.org · 15h

On The World 🌎 today:

🌐 Israelis celebrate the release of their hostages as questions loom

🌐 Madagascar’s president flees as military backs Gen Z protests

🌐 Acclaimed deaf poet and percussionist release new album

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Joshua Coe @joshuacoe.bsky.social · 1d

[1/2] This week the ICC convicted a Sudanese militia leader for war crimes that happened over 2 decades ago. But as analyst Kholood Khair told @theworld.org, the past conflict in Darfur "pales in comparison" to conditions civilians face amid today's civil war.
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ICC convicts Sudanese militia leader of war crimes in Darfur genocide - The World from PRX

The World's Host Carolyn Beeler speaks with Kholood Khair, the head of a think tank founded in Sudan, to gain a deeper understanding of the significance of the ICC ruling against Sudanese militia lead...

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The World @theworld.org · 2d

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The World's Host Carolyn Beeler speaks with Kholood Khair, the head of a think tank founded in Sudan, to gain a deeper understanding of the significance of the ICC ruling against Sudanese militia leader Ali Kushayb.

ICC convicts Sudanese militia leader of war crimes in Darfur genocide - The World from PRX

The World's Host Carolyn Beeler speaks with Kholood Khair, the head of a think tank founded in Sudan, to gain a deeper understanding of the significance of the ICC ruling against Sudanese militia lead...

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The World @theworld.org · 3d

On The World 🌎 today:

🌐 @matthewjbell.bsky.social: A ceasefire in Gaza takes hold. But it's just a start.

🌐 @hannahchanatry.bsky.social: China expands restrictions on rare earth mineral exports

🌐 @orlabarry.bsky.social: Europe's reckoning with 'forever chemicals'

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orlabarry.bsky.social @orlabarry.bsky.social · 3d

24 EU lawmakers were tested for PFAS, often known as “forever chemicals”. All tested positive. In one town, PFAS levels are so high, residents say a proposed EU-wide ban would make no difference. My report up shortly on @theworld.org f/t @heunicke.bsky.social @chemsec.bsky.social #PFAS #Kallinge

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The World @theworld.org · 3d

Israel and Hamas have reached a breakthrough ceasefire agreement brokered by the US and mediated by Qatar and Egypt to end the two-year conflict in Gaza. Israelis and Palestinians are hopeful for progress. The World’s @shirinj.bsky.social and @matthewjbell.bsky.social report.

Israelis and Palestinians embrace cautious optimism as Israel and Hamas agree to a ceasefire - The World from PRX

Israel and Hamas have reached a breakthrough ceasefire agreement brokered by the US and mediated by Qatar and Egypt to end the two-year conflict in Gaza. Israelis and Palestinians are hopeful for prog...

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Gina Kaufmann @ginak.bsky.social · 4d

If you want a feel for how people in Gaza and in Israel are processing the news of the last 24 hours, no question, you want to hear the voices gathered by @shirinj.bsky.social and @matthewjbell.bsky.social for @theworld.org theworld.org/segments/202...

Ceasefire between Israel and Hamas - The World from PRX

US President Donald Trump has announced a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas after two years of a deadly conflict. Israeli hostages are expected to be released by early next week, and Israel’s army is...

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The World @theworld.org · 4d

On The World 🌎 today:

🌐 @joyhackel.bsky.social: 'A very, very nervous time' for Gaza peace prospects

🌐 @hannahchanatry.bsky.social: The price of gold is skyrocketing

🌐 @bbcrobc.bsky.social/ @news.dw.com : Dvorak house reopens years after renovation

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The World @theworld.org · 4d

The global construction industry is seeking ways to replace concrete, which accounts for 8% of global carbon emissions. One growing trend is the use of reinforced timber.

A potential market for tree planting emerges as developers eye wood instead of concrete - The World from PRX

The global construction industry is looking for ways to replace concrete, which is responsible for 8% of global carbon emissions. One growing trend is using reinforced timber. Host Carolyn Beeler spea...

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The World @theworld.org · 5d

A new report from the climate think tank Ember finds that renewable energy sources accounted for a greater share of the global electricity mix than coal for the first half of 2025. Host Marco Werman speaks with Raul Miranda, global program director at Ember, about what drove this change.

In global electricity mix, renewables overtake coal for the first time - The World from PRX

A new report from the climate think tank Ember finds that renewable energy sources made up more of the global electricity mix than coal for the first half of 2025. Host Marco Werman speaks with Ember ...

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The World @theworld.org · 5d

On The World 🌎 today:

@joshuacoe.bsky.social: Midwife in Sudan describes sexual violence, atrocities committed by militias

@biancahillier.bsky.social: FIFA suspends members of Malaysia's men's national soccer team

@joyhackel.bsky.social: Father recounts leaving Gaza City

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marta franco @martafranco.bsky.social · 5d

#Greenland is a trendy destination these days. But when Carolyn Beeler and I visited Nuuk last August, we learned why the territory is not yet ready for all this attention. @theworld.org www.youtube.com/watch?v=mvo2...

Greenland wants more tourists. Is it ready?

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orlabarry.bsky.social @orlabarry.bsky.social · 6d

Cocaine use in Europe soars as smugglers shift to new routes. The Irish coastline is increasingly in the crosshairs. Listen back to my report on @theworld.org theworld.org/segments/202...

Cocaine use in Europe soars as smugglers shift to new routes - The World from PRX

Cocaine use across Europe has surged over the past decade and drug cartels are adapting fast. Once routed mainly through major ports in Germany, the Netherlands, Belgium and Spain, traffickers have re...

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The World @theworld.org · 6d

Local politicians in Västerås, Sweden have voted to ask the national government to close down a Russian Orthodox church that they believe is being used by the Kremlin as a spy hub. Supporters of the church say the parish and its followers are being treated unfairly due to Russia-phobia.

Sweden's spy church - The World from PRX

Local politicians in Vasteras, Sweden, have voted to ask the national government to close down a Russian Orthodox church that they believe is being used by the Kremlin as a spy hub. Supporters of the ...

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The World @theworld.org · 6d

Greenland is experiencing a tourism boom, but the sudden influx of visitors is creating a crisis. With a new international airport and more direct flights than ever before, the Arctic island is experiencing a surge in tourists that its infrastructure cannot handle. youtu.be/mvo24jQYDzA

Greenland wants more tourists. Is it ready?

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orlabarry.bsky.social @orlabarry.bsky.social · 6d

Cocaine use in Europe has surged over the past decade. Drug smugglers are moving from major ports to smaller inlets and Ireland's coastline is increasingly a target. My report up shortly on @theworld.org Listen in: theworld.org #cocaine #ireland

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The World @theworld.org · 6d

On The World 🌎 today:

🌐 Renewable energy sources surpass coal for the first time

🌐 Rising fear among Caribbean fishermen amid US strikes

🌐 Israeli American rabbi shares thoughts on second anniversary of Oct. 7 attack

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The World @theworld.org · 6d

The World’s Host Carolyn Beeler speaks with Tim Queeney, who recently published a book that looks into the history and utility of the humble rope.

A look at the intriguing history of rope - The World from PRX

The World's Host Carolyn Beeler speaks with Tim Queeney, who recently published a book that looks into the history and utility of the humble rope.

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Bianca Hillier @biancahillier.bsky.social · 6d

Two years after October 7, 2023, the calls to ban Israel from international sports continue to grow. Perhaps the sport at the center of the conversation is soccer, as FIFA prepares to host the Men's World Cup next year. My update on those calls, for @theworld.org: theworld.org/segments/202...

Growing calls to ban Israel from international soccer - The World from PRX

The calls to ban Israel from international competitions have grown as the war in Gaza has dragged on. But there’s been a notable uptick since a few weeks ago, when a UN commission of inquiry said Isra...

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The World @theworld.org · 7d

On The World 🌎 today:

🌐 @shirinj.bsky.social: Negotiations over Gaza begin in Egypt

🌐 Russia's Muslim population is rapidly growing

🌐 @namratakolachalam.bsky.social: Indian elephants pushed out of natural habitats

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Joshua Coe @joshuacoe.bsky.social · 10d

Watch the full video on @theworld.org 's YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/watch?v=wzqb...

This dairy farm floats (and the cows love it)

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Joshua Coe @joshuacoe.bsky.social · 9d

Young people across Morocco are protesting the shortcomings of the country’s public sector. Moroccan journalist Aboubakr Jamaï told @theworld.org that if the monarchy doesn't address the issues, the waves of discontent "could keep coming up...until we have a tsunami." theworld.org/segments/202...

Morocco's Gen Z protests decry inadequate health care and education - The World from PRX

Young people across Morocco have taken to the streets to protest the shortcomings of the country’s health and education systems. A violent government crackdown has left at least three people dead. The...

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The World @theworld.org · 10d

On The World 🌎 today:

🌐 @hannahchanatry.bsky.social: Church of England appoints first female Archbishop of Canterbury

🌐 @shirinj.bsky.social: The end of decades-old rent caps in Egypt

🌐 @ghadden.bsky.social: France pushes back on no-kids rules

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The World @theworld.org · 10d

The Spanish town of Jerez de la Frontera is set to host the next edition of its Copa Jerez competition in 2027. It’s a sherry competition — the fortified wine being the other thing the town is famous for producing.

Looking for a good holiday spot? Try Spain’s sherry competition - The World from PRX

The Spanish town of Jerez de la Frontera is set to host the next edition of its Copa Jerez competition in 2027. It’s a sherry competition — the fortified wine being the other thing the town is famous ...

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