World May 17 Deal allowing Ukraine to export grain extended, easing fears of worsening food shortages Russia agreed to extend a deal that allows Ukraine to export grain to the rest of the world. The agreement between Russia, Ukraine, Turkey and the U.N. is a lifeline at a moment of global food insecurity. It’s also a…
World May 15 The roadblocks to holding Putin and his high command accountable for war crimes in Ukraine It has been almost two months since the International Criminal Court issued arrest warrants for Russian President Vladimir Putin and the official in charge of Moscow's campaign of stealing children from Ukraine. Nick Schifrin spoke with the top Biden administration…
World May 11 Ukraine awaits arrival of U.S. tanks that could be game-changer in fight against Russia Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy made a surprise statement Thursday that his country has not received enough Western armored vehicles to launch a counteroffensive. The U.S. and other allies have said in recent days that Ukraine has what it needs, including…
World May 05 The mixed feelings in Britain ahead of the coronation of King Charles Eight months after succeeding Queen Elizabeth as Britain’s head of state, King Charles will formally be crowned in a lavish celebration. This coronation will be historic, it’s unlikely anything as grand will be staged again, as the royal family adapts…
World May 04 The risks commercial spyware poses to journalists, activists and government officials The use of commercially developed spyware that allows governments to hack a phone and steal its data is booming. Earlier this year, the Biden administration banned federal agencies from using commercial spyware that poses risks to human rights and national…
World May 03 Russia accuses Ukraine of drone attacks on Kremlin, Kyiv denies involvement Moscow woke to a dramatic image Wednesday morning, an apparent drone exploding over the Kremlin, the heart of Russian power. The Russian president’s press service accused Ukraine of a failed assassination attempt, but Kyiv denies any involvement. The claim risks…
World May 02 Cindy McCain on her new role as head of the UN World Food Programme The world faces a food crisis as some 345 million people don't have nearly enough to eat. Last year, the international community filled gaps opened by Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, but those efforts were largely stopgap and food systems remain…
World Apr 26 U.S., South Korea sign nuclear weapons agreement in response to North Korean threats President Biden welcomed the president of South Korea to the White House Wednesday for a state visit. They signed a wide-ranging declaration that enhances U.S.-Korean planning for the use of nuclear weapons in response to a North Korean attack. Nick…
World Apr 24 Nations scramble to evacuate their citizens from Sudan as fighting intensifies The U.S. says it is facilitating the evacuation of civilians from Sudan where more than 400 people have died since fighting started 10 days ago. Drones and other military assets are flying over the route north to Egypt, but the…
World Apr 21 How the war in Ukraine is threatening Britain's historic steam engines The war in Ukraine has had an effect on many aspects of life all around the world. Inflation, especially in the price of coal, is jeopardizing the future of some of Britain’s living and breathing museums, the country’s heritage railway…