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Archive for July, 2011
Burmese Diplomat Defects to the US
A long-serving Burmese diplomat ended his career last weekend and has decided to defect to the US.
The Persistent Mayor of Caracas
The Chavez government has taken away nearly all power from Antonio Ledezma’s office.
High Hopes and Challenges Ahead for Southern Sudan
The challenges that lie ahead for the new country of Southern Sudan.
Nuba People Clash With Sudanese Government Forces
Local people in the Nuba Mountains have been clashing with Sudanese government forces.
Music Heard on Air for July 8, 2011
Tunes spun on The World between our reports for July 8, 2011. Artists featured are: Oumou Sangare, Tor Dietrichson, AfroCubism, Outback, Vieux Farka Toure.
Leaning Tower of Pisa Restoration Completed
After two decades of fine cleaning the leaning Tower of Pisa restoration is finally completed.
Women’s Soccer World Cup Quarterfinals
The Geo Quiz is all about a river in Frankfurt and US versus Brazil on Sunday.
South Sudan’s Hip-Hop Artist Lual D’Awol
The artist is excited about opportunities to succeed as a musician in the new country.
Hazmat Modine in Moscow
After getting up at 4:30 a.m. we arrived in Moscow and went to the hotel, which is about five minutes from Red Square.
‘News of the World’ to Close Amid Hacking Scandal
This weekend’s edition will be the last of Britain’s best-selling Sunday newspaper.
Phone Hacking and Journalism Ethics
Have journalists in the US used tactics similar to those causing scandal in Britain?
Corruption and Personal Accountability in India
There are renewed attempts among the youth to end corrupt practices on all levels.
Devastating Drought Sends Somalis Across the Border to Kenya
The drought gripping East Africa has put more than 10 million lives at risk.
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