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Archive for July, 2010

Imports and Exports

By Jason Margolis ⋅ July 23, 2010 ⋅ Post a comment ⋅ Transcript

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President Obama has set a lofty goal: He wants to double U.S. exports within the next five years. It would go a long way to help get the U.S. out of the economic doldrums. But can it be done?

Finding Qibla

By The World ⋅ July 23, 2010 ⋅ Post a comment ⋅ Transcript

For today’s Geo Quiz we’re searching for Qibla. If you’re not a practising Muslim, you may not be familiar with Kibla. Basically it’s the geographic direction that Muslims must face to pray. The idea is to pray in the direction of what Muslims consider the house of God. So that’s the holy place we want you to name. (flickr image: Elias Pirasteh)

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Entire program – July 22, 2010

By The World ⋅ July 22, 2010 ⋅ Post a comment ⋅ Transcript

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Today on The World: The UN’s highest court says Kosovo’s independence from Serbia is legal; a former top Khmer Rouge leader apopogizes on camera; and, young Sicilians band together to take on the Mafia.

Kosovo independence ‘not illegal’

By The World ⋅ July 22, 2010 ⋅ Post a comment ⋅ Transcript

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Kosovo’s declaration of independence from Serbia in 2008 was not illegal under international law, top UN judges say. The International Court of Justice was ruling on Serbia’s claim that the secession violated its territorial integrity. The US and many EU countries support Kosovo’s independence; Russia is strongly opposed to it. Laura Lynch reports. Download MP3 (flickr image: freedryk)

Khmer Rouge official confesses in documentary

By The World ⋅ July 22, 2010 ⋅ 2 comments ⋅ Transcript

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Enemies of the People

A new documentary depicts a top Khmer Rouge official’s confession for the first time on video. The film, titled “Enemies of the People,” provides new insight on the Killing Fields and Cambodia’s horrific genocide. The World’s Mary Kay Magistad attended the screening in Phnom Penh, Cambodia and has the story. Download MP3

Renewables find niche in Pakistan

By The World ⋅ July 22, 2010 ⋅ 2 comments ⋅ Transcript

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An extreme electricity shortage in Pakistan has left many Pakistanis looking for alternatives to power from the grid. Now a growing number are turning to energy from the sun and wind. Asma Khalid reports from Lahore. Download MP3(Photo: Asma Khalid)

Franz Strasser explores U.S. immigration

By The World ⋅ July 22, 2010 ⋅ Post a comment ⋅ Transcript

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Franz Strasser Filming at Santa Cruz Boardwalk

German-born Franz Strasser, a BBC digital journalist, has been travelling across the United States for BBC World News America talking to immigrants to find out their stories. Arizona’s new immigration has thrust immigrants into the national spotlight. Strasser, who came to the United States two years ago, brings to his reporting a unique perspective. The World’s Anchor Marco Werman interviews Strasser. Download MP3

Ukulele festival

By The World ⋅ July 22, 2010 ⋅ One comment ⋅ Transcript

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Thousands of people from around the globe turned out to attend the 40th annual Ukulele Festival in Hawaii. The instrument has seen a resurgence thanks in part to musician Jake Shimabukuro (pictured). Reporter Heidi Chang attended the festival. She spoke to Shimabukuro and other musicians from France and Japan. Download MP3

Sudanese leader defies arrest

By The World ⋅ July 22, 2010 ⋅ Post a comment ⋅ Transcript

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Sudan’s president Omar al Bashir is a wanted man. He’s the sbject of an arrest warrant issued by the International Criminal Court. But Bashir still travels abroad without fear of arrest, most recently to neighboring Chad. The World’s Jeb Sharp has the story.

Tensions over vote to split Sudan

By The World ⋅ July 22, 2010 ⋅ Post a comment ⋅ Transcript

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A referendum on independence for Southern Sudan is scheduled for January. Anchor Marco Werman speaks with correspondent Rebecca Hamilton in Khartoum. She says preparations for the vote are behind schedule, and a delay could trigger war.

Renewables Fill the Power Gap

By The World ⋅ July 22, 2010 ⋅ One comment ⋅ Transcript

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Marco Werman speaks with Chris Flavin, president of the Worldwatch Institute about the rise of solar and wind power in developing countries. Flavin says green power is an attractive alternative to unreliable service from the electric grid.

Geo Quiz

By The World ⋅ July 22, 2010 ⋅ Post a comment ⋅ Transcript

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The World’s daily geography test.

Young Sicilians take on the Mafia

By The World ⋅ July 22, 2010 ⋅ Post a comment ⋅ Transcript

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Nancy Greenleese reports from Sicily on grassroots efforts to reduce the influence of the Mafia. She says activists tend to be younger, many under 35. And unlike their parents, they’re not afraid to speak out about corruption.

Geo Answer

By The World ⋅ July 22, 2010 ⋅ Post a comment ⋅ Transcript

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For today’s Geo Quiz, we are looking for the name of the mountain road that serves as the biggest challenge in the 17th stage of the Tour de France. The answer is the Col du Tourmalet. Anchor Marco Werman speaks with cyclist and Tour de France aficionado, Robert Penn. He’s the author of “It’s All About The Bike – The Pursuit of Happiness on Two Wheels”.

Music Heard on Air for July 22, 2010

By Ann Lopez ⋅ July 22, 2010 ⋅ One comment ⋅ Transcript

Tunes Spun On The World Between Our Reports For July 22, 2010. Artists featured are Baaba Maal, Mansour Seck, Alison Brown, Jan Garbarek, Anouar Brahem, Shaukat Hussain, Moriba Koita, Balafon Marimba Ensemble.