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Archive for July, 2011
Soccer Final a Welcome Distraction for Japan
Japan’s women’s national soccer team plays against the United States Sunday.
‘Les Rita Mitsouko’ Singer Catherine Ringer Goes Solo
Ringer was one half of the successful French pop duo “Les Rita Mitsouko” in the 1980s and 90s.
Rains That Don’t Wet
If you visit a Mongolian ger, be prepared for a few things. First, you’ll be served a thin-walled bowl of weak tea.
Drought Ravages Parts of East Africa
Seasons of failed rains is causing millions in East Africa to face starvation.
What Constitutes a Famine?
Why scientists and people in the food aid world disagree on labeling the food crisis in East Africa as ‘famine?’
Europe and the American debt crisis
Europe wants its own ratings agency and is watching the US crisis closely.
UK Phone Hacking Scandal Ripples Across The Atlantic
The latest twists in the phone-hacking scandal and possible violations of US laws.
Families Returning to Libya’s Rebel Held Zintan
Rebel controlled Zintan, in Libya’s mountainous west, is starting to see local families return after months of rocket attacks by government forces.
US Ambassador Robert Ford’s Visit to Hama
Demonstrators cheered for Ford, but the government accused him of interfering in its affairs.
Music Heard on Air for July 14, 2011
Tunes spun on The World between our reports for July 14, 2011. Artists featured are: Senor Mandril, Moriba Koita, Sauti Sol, Sidestepper, Susheela Raman.
Bahrain Poet Jailed for Criticizing the Government Released
Poet Ayat al Gormezi was jailed after reading a poem critical of government in February.
Zambian Prostitutes On Reality TV
A new Zambian TV reality show promises a chance at marriage for women looking to escape the sex industry.
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