The United Nations warns it could take 14 years to clear the rubble and unexploded bombs in Gaza. Unprecedented levels of destruction. That is how the United Nations describes the state of Gaza since Israel’s war began in October. No buildings have been spared from the Israeli attacks. Homes, schools, mosques, and hospitals have been damaged or destroyed. The UN’s mine action agency says that after more than six months of devastating war, 37 million tonnes of debris now litter the Gaza Strip. Clearing it will take more than a decade and will likely be slowed down by the unexploded bombs and ammunition scattered throughout Gaza. For Palestinians living among the rubble in the densely populated territory, that makes for an even more dangerous environment. Once the war is over, will it be safe for people to return and rebuild their homes? Presenter: Folly Bah Thibault Guests: Jonathon Guthrie – Director of operations at Norwegian People’s Aid Federico Dessi – Middle East director at the NGO Humanity & Inclusion Raja Khalidi – Director general of the Palestine Economic Policy Research Institute Published on Sunday 28 April 2024.

Domestic rivalries and external players pollute the Sudanese information space. Plus, Donald Tusk's media overhaul in Poland. Published on Saturday 27 April 2024.

International Criminal Court could issue warrants for arrest of senior Israeli officials. Israel’s Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says nobody will stop its military actions – not even the International Criminal Court. The ICC is investigating the country’s operations in Gaza and the occupied West Bank – and could issue warrants for the arrest of Netanyahu and other Israeli leaders. Netanyahu says such a move would be outrageous – and set a dangerous precedent. And the foreign minister insists the country won’t be deterred and will continue to fight. The court’s prosecutor says anyone who breaks the law will be held accountable. But Israel is not part of the ICC and does not recognise its jurisdiction. Yet any warrants it issues could put its officials at risk of being arrested in other countries. So what could the ICC probe mean for Netanyahu and Israel? Presenter: Nick Clark Guests: Gideon Levy – Columnist, Haaretz newspaper Geoffrey Nice – Barrister and human rights lawyer Stephen Zunes – Professor of politics, University of San Francisco Published on Monday 29 April 2024.

Today on The Stream: Palestinians in Gaza have resorted to crowdfunding in an effort to flee the territory but scammers are preying on their desperation. Amid Israel’s war on Gaza, Palestinians are turning to crowdfunding to raise funds to escape violence and devastation. The cost? About $5,000 per person. This episode delves deep into the multifaceted exploitation of Palestinians who have been trying to take matters into their own hands. We discuss the struggles of raising money for these border crossings and the roadblocks from crowdfunding sites. Presenter: Myriam Francois Guests: Abeer Salim – Palestinian journalist Taleed el-Sabawi – Palestinian-American law and public health professor Abeer Zayyad – Operation Olive Branch volunteer Timothy Kaldas – Tahrir Institute for Middle East Policy Published on Tuesday 30 April 2024.

There are widespread protests against legislation that aims to curb foreign funding of nongovernmental organisations. Georgia is at a political crossroads amid widespread anger on the streets over a bill that seeks to curb foreign funding of nongovernmental organisations. Prime Minister Irakli Kobakhidze says the controversial bill is necessary to block external influences. Protesters say the legislation would silence critics of the government ahead of parliamentary elections in October. European leaders have also criticised the bill. Can the crisis undermine Goergia’s ambition to join the European Union? Presenter: Laura Kyle Guests: Mariam Lashkhi – Member of the Parliament of Georgia Thornike Gordadze – Fellow at Jacques Delors Institute Khatia Dekanoidze – Member of the Parliament of Georgia Published on Tuesday 30 April 2024.

US secretary of state says a deal is achievable as he makes another diplomatic push to pause the fighting in Gaza. US Secretary of State Antony Blinken says a strong proposal for a truce in Israel’s war on Gaza is on the table as he makes his seventh visit to the Middle East since fighting began in October. The comments come as indirect talks for a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas carry on in Egypt. But questions are being raised about the chances of an agreement being reached after Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu reiterated his plan to invade Rafah. Can Netanyahu’s threat disrupt talks to end the war that has killed more than 34,500 Palestinians? Presenter: Nick Clark Guests: Daniel Levy – President of the US Middle East Project Nour Odeh – Political analyst William Lawrence – Professor at American University Published on Wednesday 1 May 2024.

Palestinians are describing the latest Israeli attack on Gaza as a ‘horrific massacre’. More than 90 Palestinians were killed and 300 injured on Saturday in al-Mawasi – an area in Gaza that Israel had designated as safe. Its fighter jets and drones unleashed a barrage of missiles and bombs, obliterating tents that sheltered thousands of displaced families. As the death toll rises and the humanitarian crisis deepens, there are serious questions about Israel’s military conduct and the protection of civilians. Presenter: Mohammed Jamjoom Guests: Ibrahim Yaghi – Writer, poet and activist Tahani Mustafa – Senior Palestine analyst at the International Crisis Group Triestino Mariniello – Professor of law at Liverpool John Moores University, and member of the legal team representing Gaza victims before the International Criminal Court Published on Sunday 14 July 2024.

In France, a shock election win for the left was no thanks to French media. Plus, French billionaire Vincent Bolloré is expanding his media holdings in Africa. Published on Saturday 13 July 2024.

Former President Donald Trump survives an assassination attempt at a rally on Saturday. A campaign rally in western Pennsylvania turned into a scene of horror on Saturday, as former United States President Donald Trump narrowly escaped an assassination attempt. The gunman fired from a nearby rooftop and was quickly taken down by Secret Service agents. The FBI has now classified the incident as a potential act of “domestic terrorism”. President Joe Biden condemned the shooting and expressed sympathy to his opponent, in a rare break from the animosity between the two men. Could this mark the beginning of a perilous period for political violence in America? Or will the polarisation and tension recede amid the wave of shock? Presenter: Sami Zeidan Guests: Rachel Kleinfeld – Senior fellow of the Democracy, Conflict, and Governance Program at the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace Amy Koch – Republican political strategist Natasha Lindstaedt – Professor of government at the University of Essex Published on Monday 15 July 2024.

Today on The Stream: We delve into how difficult day-to-day life is for Palestinians under Israeli occupation and how conditions have worsened since October 7. What if every aspect of your life was under someone else’s control? This is the reality for millions of Palestinians who say Israel’s occupation has deprived them of freedom for generations. Since October 7, conditions in the occupied West Bank and East Jerusalem have significantly worsened, with settler attacks tripling in the West Bank, according to the United Nations. In the 76 years since the Nakba, Israel has controlled the resources Palestinians can use, the services they can access, where they can travel, and even what they can build on their own land. We take a look into the lives of three Palestinians, each facing their respective struggles under Israel’s occupation. Presenter: Anelise Borges Guests: Leila Warah – Journalist and content creator Mohammad Hureini – Activist Sami Khalidi – Financial sector specialist Published on Tuesday 16 July 2024.

Antony Loewenstein is a leading Jewish voice speaking out against Israel's attacks on Gaza but some have branded him a traitor. Jewish journalist Antony Loewenstein is a leading voice among Australian Jews speaking out against Israel’s military attacks in Gaza. But he has been called a traitor by many in the Jewish community. “I’ve been called a self-hating Jew, a traitor and worse,” says the best-selling author. “I am so angry with what’s happening in Gaza that I will not stay silent.” Loewenstein is outraged by the rising death toll in Gaza and rejects any suggestion the Israeli military campaign is necessary to make Jews safe. “It’s actually making us more unsafe. And until Palestinians are safe and secure, Israelis never will be, and Jews never will be,” he says. Although some Australian Zionists see activists like him as a danger to the Jewish community amid rising anti-Semitism over the war in Gaza, Loewenstein will not stop speaking out, despite receiving death threats. Not in My Name is a documentary film by Brietta Hague. Published on Tuesday 16 July 2024.

A transitional presidential council sworn in last month has chosen a leader for the country for the next two years. Haiti’s transition council has selected Garry Conille to be installed as the country’s prime minister. For years, Haiti has suffered from violence, political instability and poverty. In recent months, gang violence has led to the resignation of Prime Minister Ariel Henry and forced tens of thousands of people from their homes. Thousands more have been killed or injured so far this year and gangs control most of the capital. But some now hope that calm can gradually be restored to the Caribbean nation. This is Conille’s second time in the top job – and he has promised to bring the country together. So how will he tackle the violence and instability in Haiti? Presenter: Sami Zeidan Guests: Erwan de Cherisey – Principal at defence intelligence company Janes. Yvens Rumbold – Executive director at Policite. Diego Da Rin – Haiti expert at International Crisis Group. Published on Thursday 30 May 2024.

Today on The Stream: We’ll explore how some people are ditching their smartphones for old-school dumb phones and embracing low-tech living. Did you know the average user could spend up to 5.5 years of their life on social media? We’re living in a time dominated by smartphones and constant connectivity. But more and more people are saying they want to reclaim their time by going back to the basics. This switch is fuelled by the desire for stronger mental wellbeing. In this episode, we’ll explore how people are trying to break the addictive grip of social media and whether this is signalling a broader change in society’s relationship with technology. Presenter: Myriam Francois Guests: Shayonne DasGupta – Writer Jose Briones – Content Creator & Digital Minimalist Sophia Smith Galer – Journalist & Content Creator Pete Judo – Behavioural Scientist & Content Creator Marco Prince – Tech Content Creator Published on Friday 31 May 2024.

Donald Trump has been found guilty of falsifying records to cover up payments he made to adult film star Stormy Daniels, in the run-up to the 2016 presidential election. This makes him the first former US President to be convicted of a criminal offence. Trump could face up to 136 years behind bars. His sentencing next month falls just four days before the Republican Party's National Convention. That's when party members will nominate who they want as their next president. Presenter: Tom McRae Guests: Christian Christensen -- Politics professor at Stockholm University. Ron Filipkowski -- A former State and Federal Prosecutor - and now the editor and chief of the political news site, Meidas-Touch-dot-com. Greg Swenson's -- Chairman of Republicans Overseas UK. Also a founding partner at the investment bank Brigg Macadam. Donald Trump could face more than 100 years in prison for falsifying business records. He'll find out shortly before Republicans decide whether he's their man for president. So how could all this shape the US election? And what does the rest of the world think? Published Sunday, June 2, 2024, 5:30 AM.

The African National Congress will now have to engage in talks with rivals to form a coalition government in South Africa. It’s a vote that’s ended 30 years of the ANC’s dominance in South African politics. Voters dealt a blow to the African National Congress, angry at what they consider to be its failure to deal with a dire economy and poverty. Now, the party will have to engage in talks with rivals to form a coalition government. So what concessions might it make? And what does a weakened ANC mean for politics in South Africa? Presenter: Tom McRae Guests: Malaika Mahlatsi – Researcher at the Institute for Pan African Thought and Conversation Jan Hofmeyr – Head of policy and analysis at the Institute for Justice and Reconciliation Mondli Makhanya – Editor-at-large of City Press Published on Saturday 2 June 2024.

The Listening Post cuts through the confusion around Zionism and anti-Zionism in western media and politics. Published on Saturday 1 June 2024.

The proposal has stirred heated debate in Israel, while Hamas says more work needs to be done. US President Joe Biden has announced a three-phase plan he says paves the way for a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas in Gaza. But the challenge now is how to get both Israel and Hamas to accept it. The White House argues that if the Palestinian group accepts this deal, Israel will, too. But as soon as it was announced, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s allies threatened to quit his government if he treats it positively. And Netanyahu has reiterated what he’s been saying since October 7 – that Hamas must be destroyed and the Israeli hostages in Gaza returned. So, does Biden’s proposal stand any chance of success? Presenter: Cyril Vanier Guests: Alon Liel – Former Israeli Foreign Ministry spokesman Mouin Rabbani – Non-resident fellow at the Center for Conflict and Humanitarian Studies Akbar Shahid Ahmed – Senior diplomatic correspondent for HuffPost Published on Monday 3 June 2024.

Today on The Stream: We’ll explore how organisers find new ways to ‘beat the algorithm’ and sustain momentum while advocating online. We’ll explore how organisers find new ways to ‘beat the algorithm’ and keep their audiences – and themselves – engaged. Social media fatigue and desensitisation to global crises often occur online, especially when the situation has persisted for decades. So how do you keep the world interested in your cause? Social media have proven to be a powerful tool for mobilising and raising awareness. In this episode, we speak to a Palestinian activist, a climate activist and a feminist organiser about their innovative techniques to keep the world talking. We discuss the importance of storytelling and building a community online to effectively educate, engage and inspire action. Presenter: Myriam Francois Guests: Ky Polanco – co-founder, Feminist Jenan Matari – Palestinian storyteller and activist Mitzi Jonelle Tan – climate justice activist Dr Hala Alyan – clinical psychologist Published on Tuesday 4 June 2024.

Governing African National Congress faces its toughest test yet in national election. South Africa is preparing for a milestone election. The governing African National Congress (ANC) has been in power for 30 years, but its dominance over South African politics could be waning. Millions of voters say they are disillusioned, and the country’s unemployment rate is the highest in the world. Violent crime is rising, with the latest police statistics showing a person is killed every 20 minutes. And rolling electricity outages are hurting businesses. The ANC is still the most popular party but its support base is shrinking. So, has the one-party majority run its course? Could the election on Wednesday launch a new political landscape, with rival parties forming coalitions in order to govern? Presenter: Elizabeth Puranam Guests: Crystal Orderson – Journalist and host on Cape Talk radio station Lesego Makhubela – Spokesperson for the governing African National Congress in Gauteng province Nqabayomzi Kwankwa – Opposition MP with the centre-left party the United Democratic Movement Published on Sunday 26 May 2024.

As Narendra Modi fights for a third term in office, his media blitz is like nothing he has done before. Plus, rewriting the headlines on coverage of the Gaza war. Published on Saturday 25 May 2024.

Election campaign marred by assassinations of dozens of candidates. Dozens of candidates have been killed ahead of Mexico’s general election amid surging political violence. Dozens of public servants, party members and politicians across the country have also been attacked ahead of the June 2 election, which will see almost 100 million Mexicans eligible to cast a ballot in the country’s largest vote. Outgoing President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador has expanded the military and the role it plays in society. He pledged to crack down on corruption and organised crime. Have his policies improved the lives of Mexicans? And what problems will his successor inherit? Presenter: Cyril Vanier Guests: Carlos Bravo Regidor – Political analyst Maureen Meyer – Vice president of programs at the Washington Office on Latin America, an NGO Falko Ernst – Senior analyst on Mexico at the International Crisis Group Published on Monday 27 May 2024.

Today on The Stream: With record numbers of Palestinians killed and displaced once again in Gaza, a growing movement online is asking: is this Nakba 2.0? “Exist, resist, return!” You may have heard this chant at events this month to mark Nakba Day on May 15, which commemorates the displacement of at least 750,000 Palestinians in 1948 during the founding of Israel. But with record numbers of Palestinians killed and displaced once again throughout the occupied Palestinian territory, a growing movement online is asking – is this Nakba 2.0? With 75 percent of the population of Gaza, or almost 2 million people, now displaced, are we witnessing its most violent chapter yet, and what might this mean for the future of Palestine? Presenter: Myriam Francois Guests: Darin J Sallam – film director and writer Aya Ghanameh – author and illustrator Khalil Sayegh – Palestinian political analyst Published on Wednesday 29 May 2024.

Exchange of fire at Rafah border crossing comes amid fragile political relations. Officially, Egypt and Israel are at peace. But beneath the surface, a diplomatic dispute has been brewing for weeks. Israel pushed ahead with its assault on Rafah – the area of southern Gaza bordering Egypt – despite Cairo’s many objections. A cross-border exchange of fire that killed at least one member of the Egyptian security forces this week has only worsened already tense relations. Both say the incident won’t impact the peace deal signed more than four decades ago. But for how long, as the war in Gaza rages? Presenter: Cyril Vanier Guests: H A Hellyer – Non-resident scholar at the Middle East Programme of the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace Uri Dromi – Journalist and former spokesperson for the Israeli government (1992-1996) during the Oslo peace process Hussein Haridi – Veteran Egyptian diplomat who was involved in the process that led to the Egypt-Israel peace agreement in 1979 Published on Tuesday 28 May 2024.

US President Joe Biden is planning to skip the June gathering in Switzerland. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy wants global powers to refocus on his country’s war against invading Russian forces. But United States President Joe Biden is planning to skip a June peace summit in Switzerland. Russia has not been invited, and it is not clear if China, India and Brazil will turn up. European Union ministers are now scrambling to find a solution. With Israel’s war raging in Gaza, Kyiv is desperate to keep world attention on the conflict at home. But what can Ukraine hope to achieve if Russia isn’t there? And why hold a summit if some of the world’s most influential players are not on board? Presenter: Sami Zeidan Guests: Andrei Fedorov – chairman of the Fund for Political Research and Consulting in Russia Domitilla Sagramoso – senior lecturer at King’s College London Peter Zalmayev – executive director of the Eurasia Democracy Initiative Published on Wednesday 29 May 2024.

Russian president visits North Korea and Vietnam to shore up alliances. Russia’s President Vladimir Putin wrapped up a two-nation Asia tour on a high. It was the first time in 24 years he’d set foot in North Korea – and left Pyongyang with a new defence pact to show for it. His two-day visit to Vietnam yielded several new trade agreements with the manufacturing hub. Putin’s latest state visits seem to be an attempt to bolster support amid increasing isolation over his war in Ukraine. But what do these countries stand to gain from closer ties with Moscow? And how is Washington reacting? Presenter: Laura Kyle Guests: Andrei Lankov – professor at Kookmin University and director of NK News, an online news source focused on North Korea Benjamin Young – assistant professor at the Virginia Commonwealth University; author of Guns, Guerrillas and the Great Leader: North Korea and the Third World Carlyle Thayer – professor emeritus University of New South Wales Canberra; former senior staff member at the Asia-Pacific Center for Security Studies at the US Pacific Command Published on Friday 21 June 2024.

Young people in Kenya reacted to the government proposal with angry demonstrations and police cracked down hard. Widespread protests in Kenya erupted this week against proposed new taxes, and police were criticised for using excessive force to break them up. Many on the streets were young, mobilised by social media. Why is the government pushing the new taxes? And why has there been such a violent reaction? Presenter: Elizabeth Puranam Guests: Stella Agara – Tax justice activist and Africa governance and security analyst Reginald Kadzutu – Finance economist at Oxford Brooks University Nicodemus Minde – Researcher with the East Africa Peace and Security Governance Program at the Institute for Security Studies Published on Saturday 22 June 2024.

Israel's prime minister is set to address a joint session of the US Congress next month. It's Benjamin Netanyahu's first trip to Washington since he launched his devastating war on Gaza. His speech could have big political implications for President Joe Biden, and Israel. So, what might happen? Presenter: Elizabeth Puranam Guests: Akbar Shahid Ahmed - Senior Diplomatic Correspondent at HuffPost. Yossi Mekelberg - Associate Fellow at the Middle East and North Africa Programme at Chatham House. Rami Khouri - Distinguished Public Policy Fellow at the American University of Beirut. Published on Monday 24 June 2024, 5:30 AM.

President Biden and the ‘old man’ label. Is it ageist, or is that the wrong question? Plus, the ethics of journalism in service of a hedge-fund. Published on Saturday 22 June 2024.

Students protest as police investigate sale of exam papers. Many students in India are furious after their state exams results were scrapped because of a corruption scandal. Police are investigating a widespread leak of examination papers affecting more than three million young people. So what is next for the students and the country’s education system? Presenter: Sami Zeidan Guests: N Sai Balaji – Former President of Jawaharlal Nehru University Students’ Union. Kiran Bhatty – Senior Visiting Fellow at the Centre for Policy Research. Sravasti Dasgupta – Senior reporter at The Wire Published on Monday 24 June 2024.

Today on The Stream: We look at the violence, defamation and intimidation that those calling for an end to Israel’s war on Gaza face in Germany. We look at the violence and intimidation that face those in Germany calling for an end to Israel’s war on Gaza. Public shaming in national newspapers, arbitrary arrests and even beatings by police – these are just a few of the consequences that those protesting for an end to Israel’s war on Gaza say they face in Germany. But why are German authorities so committed to stifling any criticism of Israeli actions, and what does it mean for democracy and human rights in the country? Presenter: Anelise Borges Guests: Sarah Said – German-Palestinian activist Tariq Suleiman – Student Coalition Berlin Cinin Abuzeed – Student activist Published On 25 Jun 202425 Jun 2024

Heatwaves set records, and floods and storms become more frequent. Soaring temperatures are setting records around the world. Severe floods and storms are becoming more frequent – and unpredictable. So how do this year’s weather conditions differ from those before? And what is that telling us? Presenter: Tom McRae Guests: Carolina Pereira Marghidan – heat risk consultant at the Red Cross Red Crescent Climate Centre Eleni Myrivili – global chief heat officer at the Atlantic Council’s Adrienne Arsht–Rockefeller Foundation Resilience Center and UN Habitat Linnea Wikstrom – director of construction and health and safety at Building and Woodworkers International Published on Monday 17 June 2024.

Today on The Stream: Discover how Israeli military tactics shape US ‘cop cities’, affecting civil liberties and racial justice for marginalised communities. Critics of the increasing integration of Israeli military technologies and tactics into United States “cop cities” say the exchange leads to a more militarised approach to urban policing. Activists and organisers say this shift impacts civil liberties and perpetuates systemic racism against marginalised US communities. They say police exchange programmes promote aggressive methods from conflict zones, while simultaneously diverting funds from essential social services. Presenter: Anelise Borges Guests: Amanda Seales – Artistic intellectual Butch Ware – Professor, activist and author Jadelynn Zhang – Emory University PhD student Published on Tuesday 18 June 2024.

A report finds nuclear powers have increased spending on a scale never seen before. A report by the International Campaign to Abolish Nuclear Weapons shows spending on such munitions has ballooned. Nearly $100bn has been spent by the world’s nine nuclear-armed nations in a single year. Nuclear warhead stockpiles have reduced since the peak of the Cold War. But soaring new expenditures beg the questions of why these countries are willing to spend such incredible sums of money on atomic weapons – and whether they are making the world any safer. Presenter: Neave Barker Guests: Nikolai Sokov – Senior fellow at the Vienna Center for Disarmament and Non-Proliferation Gary Samore – Professor at Brandeis University Victor Gao – Vice president of the Center for China and Globalization Published on Tuesday 18 June 2024.

Israel’s military says plans for an offensive in Lebanon have been approved. Tensions between the Israeli military and the Lebanese armed group Hezbollah are at an all-time high. They have been engaged in low-level hostilities for more than eight months. Israel’s assassination of one of Hezbollah’s most senior commanders last week, however, has led to an escalation. United States President Joe Biden sent a special envoy to the region, hoping to defuse tensions and prevent a wider conflict. But has it worked? And with no sign the Israeli military is close to ending its war on Gaza, is it on the brink of opening up a second front in the north? Presenter: Neave Barker Guests: Nicholas Noe – Editor-in-chief of the Beirut-based Mideastwire.com Robert Geist Pinfold – Lecturer in peace and security at Durham University Mohanad Hage Ali – Deputy research director at the Malcolm H Kerr Carnegie Middle East Center Published on Wednesday 19 June 2024.

UN commission’s damning findings follow Security Council resolution and ICJ orders. A report by a United Nations-backed commission of inquiry finds Israel has committed war crimes and crimes against humanity during the more than eight months of war in Gaza. It also says Hamas and other Palestinian armed groups violated international humanitarian law during their attacks on southern Israel in October. The conclusions follow thousands of interviews with victims and advanced forensic analyses of medical reports and satellite images. But both a UN Security Council resolution and a binding ruling by the UN’s top court have failed to halt Israel’s offensive. Will this damning evidence further isolate Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s right-wing government? And could it make international support for Israel – led by its strongest ally, the United States – increasingly untenable? Presenter: Neave Barker Guests: Bill van Esveld – acting Israel and Palestine associate director of the Middle East and North Africa Programme at Human Rights Watch Uri Dromi – former Israeli government spokesman and founding president of the Jerusalem Press Club William Law – editor of Arab Digest, an online current affairs newsletter, and a veteran Middle East correspondent Published on Thursday 20 June 2024.

Today on The Stream: From overlooked symptoms to misdiagnosis, how has the medical gender gap been affecting women's health for years? Amid ongoing discourse and scrutiny of healthcare systems around the world, another crucial area that requires urgent attention is the gender health gap. This episode will look into the ways women’s bodies have been neglected in medical research for decades and confront the consequences this imposes while exploring the required solutions needed to address this disparity. Presenter: Anelise Borges Guests: Amy Shah – Nutrition specialist Kera Nyemb-Diop – Nutrition scientist Sarah Honey – Hormonal health expert and nutritionist Published on Friday 21 June 2024.

101 East investigates alleged human rights violations in China’s seafood industry. Fish caught by Chinese vessels and processed in Chinese factories end up on dinner plates around the world. China’s seafood industry is the world’s biggest, accounting for a fifth of international fishing trade. But onboard China’s ships and in its processing plants, alleged human rights abuses and labour trafficking are rampant. With footage filmed over several years on the high seas and additional reporting on land, 101 East investigates the deadly secrets of China’s massive fishing fleet, and the price we pay for seafood. Published on Thursday 20 June 2024.

Russia promises to retaliate after several people in Crimea killed in missile attack. Russia has said the United States bears responsibility for a deadly Ukrainian missile attack on Russian-occupied Crimea. At least four people were killed in the attack and more than 100 others injured, according to Russian authorities. Russia has hit many civilian targets in Ukraine during the war, where both sides are using new weapons. So is there a greater danger of direct conflict between Russia and NATO? Presenter: Sami Zeidan Guests: Hanna Shelest – Director of the Security Studies Program at Ukrainian Prism Patrick Bury – Defence and security analyst at the University of Bath Pavel Felgenhauer – Independent Russian defence analyst in Moscow Published on Tuesday 25 June 2024.

Kenya shaken by mass demonstrations against proposed tax hikes. It all started with peaceful protests against a finance bill tabled in Kenya’s parliament. The proposed legislation included tax increases to raise extra funds the government says it needs to pay off public debt. The protests intensified, crowds stormed the parliament compound and the military was deployed. Security forces used live rounds, killing and injuring many. Initially defiant, President William Ruto called the demonstrations treasonous, and promised to take a tough stance on what he called anarchy. But on Wednesday, he said he was withdrawing the bill. So, will the unrest be contained? Presenter: Elizabeth Puranam Guests: Hassan Khannenje – Director of the HORN International Institute for Strategic Studies, a research and policy think tank Westen Shilaho – International relations scholar at the University of the Witwatersrand Otsieno Namwaya – East Africa director of Human Rights Watch Published on Wednesday 26 June 2024.

Iranians are choosing a successor to the late Ebrahim Raisi. Following the sudden death of President Ebrahim Raisi in a helicopter crash last month, voters in Iran are choosing his successor. The Guardian Council initially approved six male candidates from a pool of 80, including one reformist and five hardline conservatives. But some dropped out. With the nation facing deep political unrest, economic challenges and tensions with the West over its nuclear programme, stakes are high in this election. And potential conflict between Israel and Lebanon is further increasing its significance. So what path might the country take after this vote? Presenter: Sami Zeidan Guests: Hassan Ahmadian – Senior fellow at the Center for Strategic Research Ali Vaez – Project director on Iran at the International Crisis Group Sami Nader – Director of the Levant Institute for Strategic Affairs Published on Thursday 27 June 2024.

Today on The Stream: Gen Z faces severe loneliness, worsened by social media and the pandemic. What are the solutions to this growing mental health crisis? The loneliness epidemic profoundly affects Gen Z. Despite being hyperconnected through social media, they experience high levels of isolation, worsened by the pandemic. The consequences are severe, leading to mental health crises, increased rates of depression and anxiety, and a sense of disconnection from community and purpose. A study by Cigna found Gen Z (ages 18-22) is the loneliest generation, with nearly half feeling lonely. What can be done to address this growing mental health crisis? Presenter: Anelise Borges Guests: Annie Ji – Sociocultural YouTuber Esther Fernandez – Copywriter Simone Heng – Human connection specialist Published on Friday 28 June 2024.

France is preparing to vote in a snap parliamentary election on Sunday. France has been gripped by two events that are happening in the coming weeks. One is the Summer Olympic Games in Paris. The other is the snap election called by President Emmanuel Macron after Marine Le Pen’s far-right National Rally party made huge gains in European elections. With Macron’s Ensemble alliance teetering on the edge of collapse, the stakes couldn’t be higher. His decision to call an early election has galvanised all sides of the political spectrum. But can Macron’s centrist vision survive? Or is the France’s republic on the brink of a significant political shift? Presenter: Hashem Ahelbarra Guests: Renaud Girard – chief foreign correspondent at Le Figaro Rainbow Murray – professor of politics, Queen Mary University of London Hugo Drochon – associate professor of political theory at the University of Nottingham Published on Saturday 29 June 2024.

Scientists warn climate change is fuelling antimicrobial resistance. Resistance to antibiotics could cause ten million deaths a year, from 2050, according to a report from the United Nations Development Programme. Scientists say climate change is a factor driving the looming crisis. Why is there such a risk – and what’s being done about it? Presenter: Sohail Rahman Guests: Mukesh Kapila – Advisor on antimicrobial resistance for the World Health Organization Anna Farra – Infectious diseases specialist for Doctors Without Borders (MSF) Alistair Farley – Scientific lead for Ineos Oxford Institute for Antimicrobial Research Published on Tuesday 09 July 2024.

Military alliance marks 75 years at summit with Ukraine war centre stage. The Russia-Ukraine war and the risk of Donald Trump becoming US president again are major issues at NATO’s 75th anniversary summit in Washington. The military alliance faces many challenges. What are they and what’s next for NATO? Presenter: Mohammed Jamjoom Guests: Shashank Joshi – Defence editor at The Economist. Janine di Giovanni – Foreign policy analyst who has reported from several NATO wars as a correspondent Geoffrey Roberts – Emeritus professor of history at University College Cork Published on Wednesday 10 July 2024.

Disruption to food supplies hits both wealthy and poor nations. Climate change is disrupting food production and supply worldwide. Crops, fruit, livestock and transport are all affected. It could lead to higher inflation, as well as food security threats. What are the implications for people around the world? Presenter: Elizabeth Puranam Guests: George Monbiot – Environmental and political activist Carin Smaller – Executive director of the Shamba Centre for Food and Climate Thin Lei Win – Food systems and climate change journalist Published on Thursday 11 July 2024.

Today on The Stream: Sherpas in the Himalayas are battling climate change, which threatens their livelihoods, culture, and environment. What can be done? Sherpa communities in the Himalayas face dramatic climate shifts threatening their environment, livelihoods and culture. Melting glaciers, avalanche risks and shorter climbing seasons jeopardise their way of life. This episode explores personal stories, economic effects and the Sherpas’ resilience. With global climate patterns reflecting these changes, international cooperation and environmental stewardship are more urgent than ever. Presenter: Anelise Borges Guests: Dawa Steven Sherpa – Mountaineer & environmentalist Tashi Malik – Mountaineer, adventurer & keynote speaker Nima Rinji Sherpa – Mountaineer & athlete Published on Friday 12 July 2024.

President Ruto sacks most of his cabinet in the face of growing public discontent. Kenyan President William Ruto has hit the reset button on his government, dismissing almost his entire cabinet in a surprise shake-up. The decision comes on the heels of nationwide protests against a finance bill that would have led to tax increases. While announcing the mass dismissal, President Ruto pledged to build a broad-based government and engage directly with his critics. But will it be enough to quell the anger of protesters? Presenter: Mohammed Jamjoom Guests: Silvanus Osoro – Member of the Kenyan parliament for the governing party Wanjiru Gikonyo – Researcher on good governance and accountability Kiritu Chege – Activist and member of the Communist Party of Kenya Published on Friday 12 July 2024.

UN warns of dire humanitarian crisis in Democratic Republic of Congo. For years, the Democratic Republic of Congo has been trapped in a cycle of conflict, with devastating consequences for its people. The latest escalation in violence between the military and the M23 armed group has forced 7.4 million people from their homes in two years. The United Nations says more than 25 million people are in desperate need of aid. And it’s warned the latest M23 activity in the east carries the very real risk of provoking a wider regional conflict. What will it take to bring peace to the DRC? And is there a role its neighbours can play to prevent the violence from spreading? Presenter: Mohammed Jamjoom Guests: Emilie Katondolo – Peace activist who advocates for the rights of women Greg Ramm – DRC country director for Save the Children Crystal Orderson – Journalist for The Africa Report Published on Saturday 13 July 2024.

Living with constant anxiety, Zakaria narrates his own life while a series of unfortunate events prevent him from leaving Lebanon. Living with constant anxiety in Lebanon, Zakaria films the 2019 protests, COVID and the port explosion over three years. Living with constant anxiety in Lebanon, Zakaria Jaber documents the revolution, COVID-19 and the Beirut port explosion over three years. In the ever-present desire to capture, record and understand Beirut – and by extension himself – director Zakaria Jaber has been trying to tell a coherent story of his city. Towards the end of 2019, the situation in Lebanon led to a continuous barrage that helped materialise the story of Beirut, and its culmination in a series of events in fluctuating climaxes. Anxious in Beirut is Zakaria’s personal diary that documents these events – the revolution, destruction and demonstrations. These events, which have happened before and will happen again, are part of the cyclical nature of this city. The differing details only give rise to new observable symptoms and new forms of necessary adaptability, to an older more inherent systemic problem. Anxious in Beirut is a documentary film by Zakaria Jaber. Published on Sunday 04 August 2024.

Bejing’s diplomacy intensifies as the US and the West help Ukraine fight Russia’s invasion. Ukraine’s foreign minister visits Beijing for talks – the first trip by a government representative to China since Russia’s invasion more than two years ago. Beijing is intensifying its diplomatic efforts. Why now? And could they help end the war? Presenter: Sami Zeidan Guests: Einar Tangen – Chinese political and economic affairs specialist and senior fellow at the Taihe Institute Chris Weafer – CEO of Macro-Advisory, a strategic consultancy focused on Russia and Eurasia Owen Matthews – Contributing writer for Spectator Magazine Published on Friday 26 July 2024.