Climate change's delayed recognition parallels another global crisis: the illicit drug trade. Affecting 300 million regular users worldwide, it transcends borders and cultures. From Latin America's cocaine boom to Asia's methamphetamine surge and North America's fentanyl crisis, this scourge ravages health, society, and the environment.
The Mining industry is a global powerhouse with far-reaching impact. Yet, this influence is not without its significant repercussions, particularly concerning our environment, the Indigenous communities who have stewarded these territories for generations, and the delicate ecosystem of wildlife and plant life interwoven
NASA’s groundbreaking OSIRIS-REx mission retrieved ancient material from Asteroid Bennu and brought it back to Earth. The remarkable findings shed light on how asteroids may have delivered the essential ingredients for life on Earth billions of years ago. We explore the possibility of life thriving on other worlds within our solar system. La revolucionaria misión OSIRIS-REx de la NASA recuperó material antiguo del asteroide Bennu y lo trajo de vuelta a la Tierra. Los extraordinarios hallazgos...
Luda, adopted from Russia and raised in Spain, explores the complex tapestry of identity, abandonment, and resilience. Through her deeply personal story, this episode offers a poignant exploration of the unique challenges faced by adoptees, shedding light on the emotional struggles and triumphs that shape their lives.
Luda, adopted from Russia and raised in Spain, explores the complex tapestry of identity, abandonment, and resilience. Through her deeply personal story, this episode offers a poignant exploration of the unique challenges faced by adoptees, shedding light on the emotional struggles and triumphs that shape their lives.
Child labor has been with us for centuries. However, the abuses of industrialization drew a line between acceptable work and harmful exploitation for minors. Despite this 85-year-old protection, some US states are now severely weakening those protections by lowering the legal working age.
The Chinese government has opposed a forced sale of TikTok and prefers to keep its proprietary algorithm and source code under Chinese control. In the U.S., there are security and political issues against and for the measure. We have invited an expert to discuss this fascinating subject with us.
There is a fissure in the submerged tectonic plates supporting the continents. The shortest distance between America and Europe is reduced from 2833 miles to 6 feet, and people worldwide go to this point to experience touching both continents simultaneously.
After traveling 7.9 billion miles for over ten years, a spacecraft and a module released a module that landed for the first time in history on a comet collected data about the origins of the universe, and tested whether the oceans of planet Earth were generated by elements from deep space carried by comets that interacted with the Earth and many other “first” of its kind scientific experiments.
The story of the European Space Agency (ESA) Rosetta mission includes 7.9 billion km traveled in space, 280 GB of data collected, and 100,000 images taken. The mission was to reach Comet 67P, drop a probe on its surface, and study the comet. Among the questions the scientists considered was whether the water on planet Earth indeed came from a comment making rounds in the universe.
In October 2023, a devastating attack by Hamas on Israel sparked a brutal war in Gaza, resulting in a humanitarian crisis with over 40,000 dead and 85% of Gaza's population displaced. The conflict has expanded regionally, involving Iran-backed militias. Our guest offers solutions to this lasting problem.
We will focus on pieces of cultural heritage looted in Latin America. These pieces are found in museums, private collections, and auction houses in Europe and the United States, and their holders refuse to return them to their countries of origin.
Shipbreaking has become a major environmental and occupational health problem in the world. It is among the most dangerous occupations; the levels of deaths and injuries are deplorable. This industry operates mainly outside the law.
Music says what words can not express, reaches deep into the universal language, and speaks directly to the human soul. It goes from the mathematical precision of harmony and rhythm to the subtle nuances of emotional interpretation. It is a powerful tool for communication, healing, and cultural preservation.
Televised presidential debates are crucial in U.S. elections, offering voters a chance to assess candidates and providing candidates with opportunities to create impactful moments. Join us as our special guest delves into the history, memorable highlights, and evolution of these debates over the years.
Discover the growing influence of the Latino vote in the U.S., where nearly 20% of the population identifies as Latino. This diverse group defies a monolithic label, varying in origin, generation, and religious beliefs. Our guest explains the complexities of this demographic, emphasizing how religion significantly predicts Latino voting behavior.
We explore the growing influence of the Latino vote in the US, where nearly one in five people identify as Latino. Despite its increasing strength, the Latino vote is not a monolithic bloc. This diverse population varies widely in origin, generation, and religious beliefs. Our guest explains the complexities of this demographic, highlighting how religious preference emerges as a key predictor of voting behavior among Latinos.
Language is an essential factor in our identity. We carry it with us every day; it is the instrument that allows us to interact with the world and understand and express our thoughts, ideas, and feelings. Is the US ever going to be a multilingual nation? Why don't we have an official language?
232 years ago, the Second Amendment to the United States Constitution was proposed, granting citizens the right to bear arms. Today, there are an estimated 120 firearms for every 100 US citizens of all ages and over 300 armed militias in operation. An expert on the history of the Second Amendment helps us understand its origins and evolution.
Was Christopher Columbus the first to arrive in America and meet a new culture? Some indications could intimate that 1492 was not the year of the first visit of Columbus to the New World. A Spanish researcher explains.
A New York-based TV channel renowned for its deep community ties and multiple Emmy Awards. With a dedicated team of 400 producers, it faced the challenge of reinventing itself overnight to ensure the continuation of its broadcasts.
The Arabs lived in Spain for almost 800 years, profoundly influencing the government, language, technology, culture, and governance. More than 4000 words used daily in the Spanish language are Arabic.
Soccer is the most internationalized sport. Our expert will discuss how sports, in general, are intertwined with Nation-States and their influence on international relations, economic growth, and even political decisions.
In a historic move, President Putin visited Pyongyang and signed a mutual defense pact with North Korea. This unprecedented alliance is set to significantly bolster Russia's ammunition supply amidst its ongoing conflict with Ukraine. Join us as we explore the far-reaching implications of this pact, including China's strategic response, the potential escalation of North Korea's nuclear ambitions, and the heightened security concerns for South Korea, Japan, the United States, and other regional...