Mikhail Gorbachev

A large group of people are shown climbing on the Berlin Wall on the night it was opened.

Love, friendship, protest: 3 former East Germans reflect on the fall of the Berlin Wall 30 years later

The fall of the Berlin Wall in 1989 was a historic moment for East Germans, with a "before" and "after" that resonates 30 years later. The World’s Carol Hills asked three former East Germans to recall how it all went down.

Love, friendship, protest: 3 former East Germans reflect on the fall of the Berlin Wall 30 years later
Two men sit at a desk and sign a paper

As landmark nuclear treaty fades, its Cold War authors ask ‘What next?’ 

As landmark nuclear treaty fades, its Cold War authors ask ‘What next?’ 

Werner Herzog on the art of narration, Gorbachev and cat videos

Werner Herzog on the art of narration, Gorbachev and cat videos
Communist flags are reflected in a lingerie shop window during a traditional Labor Day march in St. Petersburg in 2013.

The Russian government has banned lingerie — for your health

The Russian government has banned lingerie — for your health
Former U.S. President Ronald Reagan (R) stands with former Soviet leader Mikhail Gorbachev (L) during Gorbachev's arrival ceremony at the White House in Washington, December 8, 1987.

Suzanne Massie taught President Ronald Reagan this important Russian phrase: 'Trust, but verify'

Suzanne Massie taught President Ronald Reagan this important Russian phrase: 'Trust, but verify'

Around the world, people remember Britain's Margaret Thatcher, dead at 87

Margaret Thatcher was a controversial figure in life and was similarly so in death. While world leaders, especially conservative ones, praised her accomplishments, some liberals panned the Iron Lady's legacy while recognizing the impact she had on the world in 11 years as Britain's prime minister.

Around the world, people remember Britain's Margaret Thatcher, dead at 87

Britain's Iron Lady Margaret Thatcher Dies at 87

Former British prime minister Margaret Thatcher has died in London at the age of 87. The World's Alex Gallafent examines the career of one of the singular politicians of the twentieth century.

Britain's Iron Lady Margaret Thatcher Dies at 87

Remembering Classical Music Luminary Van Cliburn

American pianist Van Cliburn, a luminary in the world of classical music, died Wednesday in his home state of Texas. He was 78.

Remembering Classical Music Luminary Van Cliburn

What We Can Learn from the Soviet Withdrawal from Afghanistan

What We Can Learn from the Soviet Withdrawal from Afghanistan

Anniversary prompts memories of German teen who landed private plan in Red Square

At the height of the Cold War, a German teen decided he'd fly his single-ending plane deep into the Soviet Union to build a metaphorical bridge between the Germans and the Soviets. He landed in Red Square — and was arrested and sentenced 25 years ago last week.

Anniversary prompts memories of German teen who landed private plan in Red Square

Putin Swapping Mercedes for Russian-Made Zil Limousine

Russian President Vladimir Putin is trading in his current ride, a Mercedes Benz, for a Russian-made Zil limousine.

Putin Swapping Mercedes for Russian-Made Zil Limousine

Nostalgia for the Soviet Union

The Soviet Union dissolved 20 years ago this Sunday. More than half of all Russians now regret that demise, according to a recent poll. Brigid McCarthy visited a restaurant in Moscow that lets nostalgic customers pretend they're back in the USSR.

Nostalgia for the Soviet Union
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The End of the USSR

Twenty years ago on Christmas Day, the Soviet Union ceased to exist. Brigid McCarthy takes a look back at why the USSR came crashing down.

The End of the USSR

Mexican City Fighting to Restore its Image

The Geo Quiz visits a Mexican city where business leaders are fighting to restore an image that's been damaged by years of drug violence and crime.

Mexican City Fighting to Restore its Image

Gorbachev, Yeltsin and the Demise of the USSR

There are many Russians who say a critical factor in the demise of the USSR was the power struggle that broke out between Mikhail Gorbachev and Boris Yeltsin.

Gorbachev, Yeltsin and the Demise of the USSR