A reporter’s revenge against spam

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Two years ago, the BBC’s Simon Cox tracked down one of the world’s most notorious spammers. Then, Cox became part of the story in ways he never imagined. Anchor Marco Werman has an update.

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Climate science fracas

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The United Nations is conducting an investigation into claims that British scientists manipulated data on global warming to support their argument that it’s man made. The World’s Laura Lynch has the story.

China and US jockey on climate

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China is going above and beyond in preparation for next week’s climage change summit in Copenhagen. Officials have come up with a plan for reducing greenhouse gases. But they’re also outlining ways to clean up its air, land, water, and in the process, its image. Anchor Marco Werman finds out more from Orville Schell of the Asia Society Center on U.S.-China Relations.

Geo Quiz

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Our daily geography puzzler.

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Talking Travel 2: Cuba

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In our second news and travel podcast, The World and Lonely Planet take you to a country that’s only 90 miles from the United States, and yet is off limits to most Americans. That’s right, Cuba. You’ll hear about efforts to lift a decades-long ban on American travel to Cuba. And, you’ll hear what most US citizens are missing out on by not being able to explore the island. (Photo by Rachel Lewis for Lonely Planet)

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Music Heard on Air for December 4, 2009

Tunes Spun On The Word between our reports for Friday, dec. 4, 2009. Artists featured are… Yat-Kha,Thievery Corporation, Ali Farka Toure and Ry Cooder, and Ryuichi Sakamoto.

Tech Podcast: Tackling Cybercrime and Spam

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This man is Shane Atkinson, allegedly part of global spamming team that at its peak may have been responsible for one-third of all the world’s junk email. Two years ago, the BBC’s Simon Cox tracked him down. Then, Cox became part of the story of bringing Atkinson to justice. We have that story in this week’s technology podcast, along with a round-up of cybercrime in 2009.

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Global Political Cartoons: Nov 28 – Dec 4, 2009

Yodeling imams, exhausted camels, unwanted guests, and this week at least, the most recognizable member of the world’s charismatic megafauna: Tiger.

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Antarctic waters

We’re searching for a remote and icy sea near Antarctica. This part of the Southern Ocean was named by a British seal boat captain back in the 1820′s.

Entire program – December 3, 2009

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Today on The World: Can Pakistan help President Obama deliver on his new strategy for Afghanistan? Also, the pros and cons of an ambitious and new green energy plan in Ontario, Canada. And the ongoing effects in the US of the 1984 gas leak disaster in Bhopal, India.

Pakistan’s reaction to Obama speech

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President Obama said one of the three pillars to success in Afghanistan was Pakistan. Many in Pakistan have reacted negatively to that. The official reaction in Pakistan has been somewhat muted, but the press is speaking out strongly against the President’s new plan. The World’s Jason Margolis reports. Download MP3

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President Obama’s Afghanistan plan

Special coverage of President Obama’s speech on The World:

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President Barack Obama has ordered 30,000 more US troops to Afghanistan but warned America would begin to withdraw its military forces by 2011. World security was at stake, Mr Obama said in his address to the nation at West Point, calling for more allied troops. Download MP3

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Bhopal: An unlikely legacy

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The 1984 gas leak in Bhopal India destroyed the lives of more than half a million people. But in the United States, the disaster led to a sea of changes that have made for a safer environment. The World’s Multimedia Science Journalist, Rhitu Chatterjee, has the report. Download MP3

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World Science Forum: Preventing future Bhopals

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A quarter century after the disaster at Bhopal, toxic chemicals continue to threaten lives in the developing world. Chemical spills poison Chinese rivers. Toxic waste sickens people in West Africa. What can be done to safeguard the public in developing countries? What role can consumers and investors in the developed world play? In the World Science Forum we talk to Henrik Selin. He’s a professor of international relations at Boston University. Download MP3

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Ontario’s green energy plan

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Ontario’s new green energy plan is the most ambitious in North America. It would phase out coal-fired power plants within five years and agressively push renewables and conservation. Opponents say it will push up energy costs and harm business and consumers. Anita Elash has the story from Toronto. Download MP3

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