What in the World Episodes Episode guide
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How Vladimir Putin changed everyday life in Russia
The ѿý’s Russia Editor Steve Rosenberg takes us through his rise to power
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Bigfoot, Chupacabras and Yetis: What are cryptids?
We take a look at mythical creatures from around the globe
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Are billionaires a good thing?
There’s thousands of them, but does their wealth trickle down?
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The Nile: A big dam problem
Ethiopia is building a dam on the river but what does this mean for Sudan and Egypt?
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Kush: The mystery drug that’s got Sierra Leone hooked
It’s cheap, it’s potent and nobody really knows what’s in it
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Work hard, play hard
Which countries have the best and worst work-life balance?
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Fascination and fear: Why are volcanoes a hot topic?
An eruption in Iceland has captured the world’s attention
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Sudan: What’s happening in the world’s ‘forgotten war’?
We explain how Sudan got here and whether the war could end anytime soon
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Why do farmers in Myanmar and Afghanistan grow opium?
Myanmar recently surpassed Afghanistan as the world’s top producer
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AI deepfake porn: Could I be next?
As AI tech grows, more apps are being developed to create these fake images
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Why are STIs on the rise in Europe?
More people are testing positive for chlamydia, gonorrhoea, and LGV
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BTS: From singers to soldiers
All members of the K-pop band have enlisted in the South Korean military
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Israel-Gaza: How and when might a ceasefire happen?
The ѿý’s Jeremy Bowen gives his analysis on how the war might end
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COP28: What’s the deal?
Nearly 200 countries have agreed a new global deal on climate change
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Kashmir: What India’s Supreme Court ruling means
Jammu and Kashmir were given special status when they joined India
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Should rap lyrics be allowed as evidence in criminal trials?
Young Thug’s lyrics are being used as evidence against him in court
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COP28: How to stop your climate anxiety flaring up
Activists share their strategies for dealing with feelings of despair about the planet
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Tanzania floods: What’s it like to live through a landslide?
Dozens of people have been killed following torrential rain
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Why are Venezuela and Guyana locked in a land dispute?
Venezuela has voted to claim Essequibo - an oil-rich region part of Guyana
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Why has Russia’s Supreme Court labelled the LGBT movement “extremist”?
Some LGBT Russians told us they’re questioning their future in the country
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Why did it take so long to rescue the Indian tunnel workers?
And what effect does being trapped underground have on your body and your mind?
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The controversial climate summit held in an oil state: What is COP28?
We’re talking all things COP; what is it and what are people there hoping to achieve?
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How TikTok is changing the music industry ft. Sofi Tukker
Their new song Veneno is an example of a viral remix
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Israel-Gaza: The hostage and prisoner release explained
There’s been a four-day pause in fighting
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Rammed earth: What is it and can it help tackle climate change?
Why an alternative construction technique is becoming increasingly popular
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OpenAI: What’s going on and what does it mean for the future of AI?
The Silicon Valley drama raises big questions about AI’s use
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Brazil heatwave: What’s it got to do with El Niño?
Taylor Swift’s Eras tour has been impacted
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How a chainsaw wielding TV star became Argentina’s president
TikTok helped him reach young people