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Archive for August, 2011
Why the Syrian Government has been Accused of Torture
Amnesty International has accused Bashar al-Assad’s government of torturing protesters.
The Role of the Syrian Opposition Transitional Council
Syrian dissidents named to form the Transitional National Council.
Israel – Gaza Border: ‘A State of War’
Israeli defense officials warn that there are numerous terror plots afoot targeting the country’s southern border.
US Ambassador in Kabul Reflects on 9/11
Veteran diplomat talks about how the events of 9/11 shaped his career.
Music Heard on Air for August 31, 2011
Tunes spun on The World between our reports for August 31, 2011. Artists featured are: Chicha Libre, Rachid Taha, Didginus, AfroCubism.
What To Do About Libya’s Weapons
Libyan rebels seem to have more or less taken control of the country. And it’s now awash in guns.
US Vet Trained Libyan Rebels
A US Army veteran watched the events in Libya and decided to help train rebel fighters.
Haiti’s Art in Peril
What is happening to the rich art and culture of the Caribbean nation, 18 months after a devastating earthquake?
Mexican Band Zoe and Growing Up On Brit-Pop
A Mexican band whose musicians grew up listening to Brit-pop in the 1990s.
Gaddafi’s Forces Given Ultimatum
Libya’s interim leaders have given pro-Gaddafi forces until Saturday to surrender.
Algeria And The Gaddafis
A former Algerian diplomat explains why Gaddafi’s family has been given a safe haven in Algeria.
Coulda Shoulda Woulda Pale Ale
In the late 1990’s there were just a handful of beers on the Spanish market, and they all tasted like Red, White and Blue. Spanish beer sucked, and I was meant to save it.
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