Culture

China’s Xi Jinping Thought curricula teaches students how to ‘unmask enemies’ of the state, author says

August 26, 2021

Author François Godement discusses the new addition to China's school curriculum with The World's host Marco Werman, saying it's a mix of different ideologies.

Movement

Kiki Valera on Son cubano and how he developed a unique musical perspective

The World

August 25, 2021

At the age of 16, Valera started to salvage radio and TV parts out of discarded electronics to build his own shortwave receiver and transmitter, connecting him to a wider world of musical trends.

Global Politics

Taiwan spokeswoman to China: Quit comparing us to Afghanistan

The World

August 25, 2021

Whether the United States would go to war to defend Taiwan is an open question. The World’s Patrick Winn spoke with Kolas Yotaka, a former Taiwanese legislator, now a spokeswoman for the Taiwan presidential office.

Music

In Québec, musicians play for seniors as pandemic restrictions ease

The World

August 24, 2021

During the pandemic, funding became available in Québec for musicians to play shows for seniors, supporting performers who lost their normal audiences and income while providing entertainment to isolated residents.

Sacred Nation

In the wake of ISIS, Kurdish authorities are controlling religious messaging

The World

August 18, 2021

Critics say that the government has gone too far — and is undermining democracy in the region.

Top of The World

Taliban takes over half of Afghanistan’s provincial capitals

The World

August 13, 2021

The Taliban has taken over half of Afghanistan's provincial capitals, as it continues to make gains across the country. Also, the Venezuelan government and opposition are meeting for talks in Mexico. And, President Joe Biden is sending his special envoy for the Horn of Africa, Jeffrey Feltman, to push for stability in Ethiopia.

Music

Jordanian musicians worry that their national orchestra could be shuttered

The World

August 10, 2021

The JOrchestra hasn’t been together in well over a year. Its players and other musicians say it could have bigger consequences for the country’s classical music scene.

Fashion

Turkey’s modest fashion market hits its stride

The World

August 10, 2021

Turkey is quickly becoming a global center of modest fashion — a retail sector that caters to women in Muslim countries who often seek out clothing with more coverage than mainstream brands tend to offer.

Climate Change

The 'emotional whiplash' of coming of age during the climate crisis

The World

August 09, 2021

What does one generation owe the next when it comes to climate change? Daniel Sherrell, author of the new book, "Warmth: Coming of Age at the End of the World," joined The World's host Marco Werman to talk about how different generations are facing the climate crisis.

Sports

Former UK football players risk developing dementia at high rates, new study says

The World

August 09, 2021

Defenders — who usually head the ball the most — have a five-fold risk of developing a neurodegenerative disease, according to a new study led by UK neuropathologist Dr. Willie Stewart.

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