The article discusses the resurgence of Esperanto, an invented language created over a century ago, through the internet and modern technology. Despite its historical challenges, including being targeted by totalitarian regimes, Esperanto has found a new community online. The language's simplicity and the global nature of the internet have allowed for a revival, with platforms like Duolingo offering courses that attract millions of users. The article highlights the experiences of various Esperanto speakers and learners, emphasizing the language's role in fostering a sense of global community and solidarity. It also touches on the history of Esperanto, its cultural significance, and its potential as a bridge language in technology.

The article discusses the closure of Hospital San Juan de Dios in 2001 and the fact that some workers continued to go there despite its closure. It mentions that the story was originally published in 2016, prior to the partnership with NPR, and is part of the archives. The article also invites readers to subscribe to Radio Ambulante's newsletter, make donations to support the free stories, and introduces Lupa, an app designed for intermediate Spanish students to learn with stories from Radio Ambulante. Additionally, it provides information on how to join the Radio Ambulante Podcast Club or contact them via WhatsApp.

The article discusses the battle against coffee rust, a disease threatening Colombia's coffee industry, which is a significant part of its economy. Coffee rust, caused by the fungus Hemileia vastatrix, can devastate coffee plantations by attacking the Coffea arabica variety, known for its high-quality beans. Colombian scientists at Cenicafe have been working to develop resistant coffee varieties by crossing arabica with a natural hybrid from Timor that has robusta genes, which are resistant to rust. The article highlights the success of the Castillo variety, developed by Cenicafe, which has helped Colombian coffee maintain low disease prevalence despite global outbreaks. The article also touches on the challenges of convincing farmers to adopt new varieties and the potential impact of climate change on the disease's spread. The author, Jose Luis Penarredonda, includes perspectives from various experts and stakeholders in the coffee industry, emphasizing the importance of genetic diversity and the ongoing efforts to preserve the distinct flavors of Colombian coffee.