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Archive for August, 2011
UK Law Enforcement Criticized for Riot Response
Critics are calling UK police too lax in handling the violence.
High Heels for Wendy Look-Alikes in Russia
While the menu is mostly the same, the new Wendy’s in Russia is a little different.
The Joint Visitors Bureau, the ‘Rick’s Café’ in Baghdad, Set to Close
The once hip spot to go in Baghdad will close.
Lebanese Government Puts Chill on Free Expression
The Lebanese security forces have begun detaining human rights activists.
Music Heard on Air for August 9, 2011
Tunes spun on The World between our reports for August 9, 2011. Artists featured are: Sonalp, Oumou Sangare, Generation Bass, Bombino, Gustavo Santaolalla.
The Mystery of Jack the Ripper
A serial killer named Jack the Ripper killed several prostitutes, but the mystery of his identity was never solved.
Swiss National Bank Headquarters
Looking for two cities that serve as headquarters for the Swiss National Bank headquarters.
Is Your Priest a Black Sheep? Website Allows Users to Rate Priests
Priests in Germany need to up their game or they will be marked out as “black sheep.”
Syrian Army Continues Assault on Deir Al Zour
The continued violence came as several Gulf Arab states recalled their ambassadors.
London Riots Continue Into Third Day
The violence apparently was sparked by the shooting death of a man by police.
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