Tanzina Vega appears in the following:
How Puerto Rico's Colonial Roots is Influencing the Political Unrest
Monday, July 22, 2019
Today is the 10th day of demonstrations in Puerto Rico calling for the resignation of Governor Ricardo Rosselló.
Mumbai's Annual Monsoon Problem
Monday, July 22, 2019
The city's aging infrastructure and rapid development means Mumbai residents face constant disruptions because of flooding during the rainy season.
As Floodwaters Recede in South Asia, Concern Grows Over Rest of Monsoon Season
Monday, July 22, 2019
Extreme weather tied to climate change has made this year's monsoon more unpredictable.
Are Deepfakes the Next Fake News?
Monday, July 22, 2019
Deepfakes, or video and audio that's manipulated using artificial intelligence, raises concerns about the spread of disinformation, especially heading into the 2020 election.
A Key Passage of the Mueller Report Read Aloud by Tanzina Vega and Alison Stewart
Friday, July 19, 2019
Volume II, Page 107
Two Voices from the Puerto Rican Diaspora Talk About the Crisis on the Island
Thursday, July 18, 2019
As protests break out on the island, we hear from Puerto Ricans on the mainland.
The Political Crisis Continues in Puerto Rico
Thursday, July 18, 2019
Pressure is continuing to mount on Puerto Rico’s governor, Ricardo Rosselló, following a scandal over the weekend in which nearly 900 pages of his private chat messages were leaked.
Sudan Protests Continue Amid Ongoing Talks Between Military Council and Civilian Opposition
Wednesday, July 17, 2019
On Wednesday, an agreement was reached to establish a council while the country waits for elections.
Black Lives Matter: The State of Activism Five Years After Eric Garner's Death
Wednesday, July 17, 2019
On the fifth anniversary of Garner's death by chokehold, a roundtable discussion on how the Black Lives Matter movement has evolved.
What the Media Gets Wrong About Racism
Tuesday, July 16, 2019
What Trump's racist tweets, and the media's response to them, say about the experiences of women of color in the United States.
New Orleans Residents Survey the Damage After a Weekend of Heavy Rainfall
Monday, July 15, 2019
The Takeaway checks in with a New Orleans community member to hear how residents are dealing with the aftermath of Tropical Storm Barry.
Chicago Defender Ends Print Run
Thursday, July 11, 2019
The Chicago Defender is one of the most important black publications in U.S. history and it will now only publish its content online.
The Iranian Diplomat Behind the Nuclear Deal, Now Caught in the Middle
Wednesday, July 10, 2019
Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif was integral to the 2015 nuclear deal. But now he's under fire from hardliners on both sides.
Joy of World Cup Victory Contrasts with Fight for Equal Pay
Wednesday, July 10, 2019
As the US women's soccer team celebrated their fourth World Cup win with a ticker tape parade in New York, the players continue to fight for equal pay and more investment in the sport.
Farai Chideya on the Broken Adoption System in the U.S.
Wednesday, July 10, 2019
The journalist and author has had three adoptions fall through.
Native Leaders Invite 2020 Candidates to Presidential Forum
Wednesday, July 10, 2019
The forum will be hosted by Native organizations in Sioux County to talk about issues specifically related to Native Americans.
Digital 'Fingerprinting' Is The Next Generation Tracking Technology
Tuesday, July 09, 2019
When you browse the web, advertisers can use this technology to store your location and identity.
Congress Raises Concerns Over Facebook's Planned Cryptocurrency
Tuesday, July 09, 2019
Last week, congressional leaders asked Facebook to stop the development of its new cryptocurrency until they can assess the risks and opportunities for regulation.
Even With Insurance, the Cost of Health Care Remains a Crushing Burden
Tuesday, July 09, 2019
Meanwhile, a US Circuit Court of Appeals is once again hearing arguments on the fate of Obamacare.
Billionaire Jeffrey Epstein's Powerful Allies
Monday, July 08, 2019
The latest charges against Jeffrey Epstein are raising new questions about how much his powerful allies knew about his behavior and what they did to protect him.
