The Heat

The Heat: Russia-Ukraine Conflict

September 7, 2023

The Heat: A Decade of Belt & Road

It’s the infrastructure project connecting the world by land and sea. Ten years on, we take a look at the impact of China’s Belt and Road Initiative.

September 6, 2023

The Heat: ASEAN Summit

Regional stability and security top the agenda at ASEAN.

September 5, 2023

The Heat: UN General Assembly opens in New York

The 78th session of the U-N General Assembly opens in New York.

September 4, 2023

The Heat: COVID-19 variants

COVID-19 is no longer a global health emergency, but the World Health Organization says it remains a global threat. We’ll discuss the new variants that have some doctors worried.

September 1, 2023

The Heat: European Football

The European football leagues have started their new seasons. Over the summer, a number of European stars signed with the pro league in Saudi Arabia. How is all of this competition going to play out?

August 31, 2023

The Heat: U.S. politics

Not guilty… That’s Donald Trump’s plea in a major election interference case that has rocked the U.S.

August 30, 2023

The Heat: 2 years after U.S. withdrawal from Afghanistan

August, 2021 – a chaotic U.S. withdrawal from Afghanistan leaves thousands of allies behind. Two years on – nearly 100,000 refugees remain in limbo – their status uncertain.

August 29, 2023

The Heat: China-U.S. trade

China and the United States hold high-level talks on economic and trade ties in Beijing.

August 28, 2023

The Heat: 60 years after the March on Washington

Sixty years after that momentous March on Washington. Sixty years after Martin Luther King Junior’s stirring speech. Has his dream been fulfilled?

August 25, 2023

The Heat: Trump arrested for the 4th time

History in the United States as former President Donald Trump is arrested for the fourth time. Plus, his Republican rivals take the debate stage for the first time in the race for the White House.

August 24, 2023

The Heat: BRICS Summit

For the first time since 2010, the BRICS group is expanding.

August 23, 2023

The Heat: Saudi Arabia’s Sports Investments

Billions of dollars invested and a challenge to western leagues and clubs. We will take a look at Saudi Arabia making a major play in the world of sports.

August 22, 2023

The Heat: BRICS Summit

Expansion and economic cooperation top the agenda at this year’s BRICS Summit.

August 21, 2023

The Heat: Maui Wildfires

Climate flashpoints. Record wildfires in Canada and Maui. And massive flooding from the first tropical storm to hit southern California in 84 years. What does it say about our planet?

August 18, 2023

The Heat: U.S. Migrant Crisis

Illegal crossings along the U.S. southern border are on the rise again, three months after the Biden administration issued new asylum restrictions.

August 18, 2023

The Heat: Niger Coup

The coup in Niger. What’s ahead as the crisis continues?

August 16, 2023

The Heat: U.S. Politics

Former U.S. President Donald Trump has been indicted once again. But, will it have any impact on his presidential campaign?

August 15, 2023

The Heat: U.S.-Iran Negotiations

Could a prisoner swap and the release of Iranian funds lead to more agreements between Iran and the United States?

August 14, 2023

The Heat: China-U.S. Ties

A flurry of diplomatic meetings and sanctions on investments in China. We will take a look at the developments and challenges in the China-U.S. relationship.

August 12, 2023

The Heat: China Economy

China releases key economic data this week on trade and consumer prices.

August 10, 2023

The Heat: Trump Investigation

New revelations regarding the 2020 U.S. presidential election have emerged. How will this impact Donald Trump’s reelection campaign?

August 9, 2023

The Heat: Niger Coup

Two weeks on, military leaders remain in control of Niger following the ouster of the country’s president.

August 8, 2023

The Heat: Climate Crisis

The world’s oceans are heating up at record-breaking levels. How much damage is the climate crisis causing?

August 7, 2023

The Heat: U.S. Economy

The United States debt rating has been downgraded again. What impact will that have on the U.S. and the global economy?

August 5, 2023

The Heat: Climate Crisis

Torrential downpours. Unrelenting floods. And, unbearable heat. Is the world prepared as the climate crisis ramps up?

August 3, 2023

The Heat: Donald Trump Charged

Former President Donald Trump returns to Washington to face charges for allegedly attempting to overturn the 2020 election and block the peaceful transfer of power.

August 2, 2023

The Heat: Haiti Crisis

Violent crime, kidnapping, gangs running riot, a country spiraling out of control amid calls for international help. Haiti continues to lurch from one crisis to another.

August 1, 2023

The Heat: South Africa-U.S. Relations

Tension in the South Africa-U.S. relationship. What’s causing it? And, what does it mean for future ties between the two countries?

July 31, 2023

The Heat: Russia-Ukraine Conflict

Day 523 and the conflict in Ukraine continues with no end in sight.

July 28, 2023

The Heat: Russia-Africa Summit

Russian President Vladimir Putin courts African leaders in St. Petersburg in an effort to bolster ties on the continent.

July 27, 2023

The Heat: UN Report: World of Debt

Almost 40% of the Global South is mired in crippling debt, according to a UN report. Is there a way out?

July 26, 2023

The Heat: 70 Years of Cuba’s Revolution

Cubans mark the 70th anniversary of the Moncada army barracks attacks that led to the Cuban Revolution. What has changed on the island since then?

July 25, 2023

The Heat: U.S. Politics

Former U.S. President Donald Trump faces a possible third indictment. This time on allegations he tried to overturn the 2020 election.

July 24, 2023

The Heat: Climate Change Causing Extreme Weather

Searing heat and record temperatures, as millions suffer from heat waves across the globe. And wildfires rage. Large parts of the world are suffering from deadly heat waves that are setting new records and raising the alarm about the rapid pace of climate change. In […]

July 21, 2023

The Heat: China-U.S. Relations

Henry Kissinger is the latest in a string of high-profile American visitors to Beijing. What does this mean for China-U.S. relations?

July 20, 2023

The Heat: Women’s World Cup

The Women’s World Cup kicks off in New Zealand and Australia. We will discuss the teams, the players and the controversies.

July 19, 2023

The Heat: U.S. Politics

More legal trouble for Donald Trump. A third indictment could be on the way.

July 18, 2023

The Heat: Far Right Growing in Europe

The far-right is making gains in Europe and becoming more mainstream.

July 17, 2023

The Heat: China-U.S. Climate Talks

Record breaking heat waves, wildfires, devastating flooding.

July 14, 2023

The Heat: Iran Nuclear Deal

Eight years later, what is the fate of the Iran nuclear deal?

July 13, 2023

The Heat: China-Arab Relations

China-Arab relations. What’s next as ties grow stronger?

July 12, 2023

The Heat: Nato Summit

No timetable for Ukraine’s NATO membership. And China warns the alliance against provoking confrontation.

July 11, 2023

The Heat: World Population Day

Fertility, education, the climate crisis, just some of the issues countries are grappling with on this July 11, 2023, The United Nations’ World Population Day.

July 10, 2023

The Heat: U.S. Cluster Bombs to Ukraine

In a controversial move, the U.S. will supply Ukraine with cluster bombs. And, is President Joe Biden under pressure to step aside?

July 7, 2023

The Heat: Yellen visits China

U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen visits Beijing.

July 7, 2023

The Heat: France unrest

Calm returns to the streets of Paris and cities across France, but lingering questions remain after the police shooting death of a 17-year-old boy.

July 5, 2023

The Heat: Israel military operation

After an intense 48 hours, Israel’s military operation in the West Bank city of Jenin has ended. What was accomplished and how will Palestinians respond?