Episodes
Thursday May 28, 2020
Hong Kongers Remember Tiananmen Square, EU’s Coronavirus Rescue Plan, and More
Thursday May 28, 2020
Thursday May 28, 2020
The anniversary of the 1989 Tiananmen Square massacre is marked amid a surge in Hong Kong tensions, the European Union debates a massive coronavirus rescue plan, and the Atlantic hurricane season begins.
Thursday May 21, 2020
WHO Board Meets, Tumult in Afghanistan, and More
Thursday May 21, 2020
Thursday May 21, 2020
The World Health Organization Executive Board convenes virtually, Afghanistan tries to forge a peace deal amid a surge in violence, and China holds its annual session of the National People’s Congress.
Thursday May 14, 2020
Argentina’s Debt Deadline, U.S. Congress Returns, and More
Thursday May 14, 2020
Thursday May 14, 2020
The deadline approaches for Argentina to restructure $65 billion in debt, the U.S. House of Representatives is set to join the Senate in getting back to work, and the spring graduation season is marked by virtual ceremonies and limited job opportunities.
Thursday May 07, 2020
Coronavirus Origin Allegations, East Africa’s Devastating Locusts, and More
Thursday May 07, 2020
Thursday May 07, 2020
Criticism mounts over China’s coronavirus response; East African countries face a second, much larger infestation of desert locusts; and Europe commemorates the seventy-fifth anniversary of the Allies’ victory.
Thursday Apr 30, 2020
U.S. Supply Chain Challenges, Trump’s Transition Committee, and More
Thursday Apr 30, 2020
Thursday Apr 30, 2020
U.S. officials confront supply chain breakdowns amid the coronavirus pandemic, the Trump administration begins the presidential transition process six months before Election Day, and World Press Freedom Day is commemorated.