International
USC Annenberg Media’s international news desk, your gateway to global perspectives and compelling stories from Los Angeles and around the world.
World News & Events
Explore news stories that transcend borders.
Nepal chooses 2-year-old as newest religious embodiment
What lies ahead for Voice of America?
Philippines commemorates Martial Law anniversary with anti-corruption protest
France joins growing list of nations recognizing Palestinian statehood
From Iran to Israel: How GPS jamming affects civilians across the Middle East
Global City
Explore the global perspectives, diverse voices and international issues shaping communities here in Los Angeles.
USC students respond to the possible impact on Trader Joe’s prices due to Canadian tariffs
Trump signs order to potentially deport international students for pro-Palestinian protests
Voices at the Polls: The Muslim and Arab American Voters of 2024
International students worry about what future immigration policies could mean for them
International students urgently advised to return to the U.S. before inauguration
Annenberg Abroad
Explore frontline narratives of global affairs provided by Annenberg Media’s student correspondents around the world.
OPINION: A voice from the Middle East in uncertain times
Remembering Pope Francis in Rome
Students and study abroad offices navigate changed plans and uncertainty amid a second semester without overseas study
Shared living and working spaces provide international students with stability amid uncertainty
Greeting SoCal Through Zoom: Freshmen from around the world navigate the challenges of adjusting to college online
All Stories
Israeli hostages, Palestinians released as part of Gaza ceasefire deal
The deal marks a major development in the Israel-Hamas conflict.
Photo Essay: How is the Bengali festival of Durga Pujo celebrated?
For Bengali international students, the festival is felt from miles away.
Viterbi memorandum sparks confusion among international students
After USC reissued federal policy guidance restricting out-of-area internships, students are feeling more anxious and uncertain than ever.
Voice of America panel discusses the changing landscape of US International Broadcasting
A panel of media experts met Tuesday at USC’s Annenberg School for Communication and Journalism to discuss the current state of VOA and likeminded organizations.
Nepal chooses 2-year-old as newest religious embodiment
Aryatara Shakya was paraded around Kathmandu after Buddhist priests named her as the newest Kumari.
What lies ahead for Voice of America?
A federal judge has paused the Trump administration’s plan to slash hundreds of jobs at VOA, but its future remains uncertain.
Philippines commemorates Martial Law anniversary with anti-corruption protest
Filipinos urge Filipino Americans to educate themselves on nation’s issues.
France joins growing list of nations recognizing Palestinian statehood
Following the U.K., Canada, Australia and Portugal, France became the latest among more than 145 U.N. member states to officially recognize Palestinian statehood.
Francis Fukuyama calls for future generations to continue the fight for democracy
Dr. Fukuyama was awarded an Excellence in Public Diplomacy Award and discussed the state of the American political climate.
Crown Prince of Iran calls for a ‘regime change’
Exiled Crown Prince of Iran, Reza Pahlavi, addressed a crowd on USC’s campus, stressing the importance of resistance movements in Iran against Ayatollah Ali Khamenei’s government.
OPINION: A voice from the Middle East in uncertain times
How the Middle East is repeatedly perceived as a pawn in foreign interest wars.
From Iran to Israel: How GPS jamming affects civilians across the Middle East
During military conflict, people across the Arab world are finding their locations scattered across the region — but this isn’t the first time.
Liberals win in Canada’s 2025 Election
Liberal Party leader Mark Carney wins the 2025 federal election, serving as the 24th prime minister of Canada.
The religious refugee experience in Germany
Syrian and Ukrainian refugees in Germany have integrated differently after conflicts brought them to Central Europe.
OPINION: Ten Years, Fifty-One Men, One Woman’s Fight
Four months after the end of the Gisèle Pelicot trial, Zayane El Solh reflects on the precedent this sets for French society.




























