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Music Heard on Air for August 29, 2011

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Tunes spun on The World between our reports for August 29, 2011. Artists featured are: Jamshied Sharifi, Ali Farka Toure, Soundtrip New Zealand, AfroCubism, Yoshida Brothers.

The Role of Transgenders Changes in Pakistan

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A demonstration organized last week by the Gender Interactive Alliance in front of the Karachi Press Club in Karachi (Photo: Fahad Desmukh)

A look at the tight-knit community of transgenders in Pakistan.

Yoshihiko Noda is Japan’s New Prime Minister

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People are frustrated with the political process and politicians in Japan right now.

Life Behind the Iron Curtain

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The Geo Quiz has the story of a woman who stayed behind in former East Germany when the wall came up

Brazilian Samba Drumming Goes to China

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A Chinese rock drummer got hooked after taking lessons given by a San Francisco-based teacher in Beijing.

PRI’s The World: 08/29/2011(Beijing, Karachi)

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Rebels Prepare Attack On Gaddafi’s Hometown

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The Libyan rebels are building up their forces near Sirte, in preparation for a major assault.

Libya Struggles To Establish The Rule Of Law

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Fawaz Gerges of the London School of Economics says Libya is an ‘institutional wasteland.’

Where US-Libya relations Can Go From Here

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What will US relations with Libya be in the future?

Libya’s Property in New Jersey

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A few years ago, Gaddafi made plans to stay there for a UN event.

Mexico In Mourning Over Casino Fire

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Mexico’s government is offering a $2.4 million reward for information leading to those behind a deadly casino attack.

Spanish Soccer Season Finally On

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FC Barcelona players (flickr image: m.caimary)

The La Liga season starts this weekend after the soccer league and the players’ union sealed a deal over unpaid wages.

Music Heard on Air for August 26, 2011

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Tunes spun on The World between our reports for August 26, 2011. Artists featured are: Gigi, Ali Farka Toure, Ry Cooder, Selffish, Tarika, Chiha, Baaba Maal & Mansour Seck, Gustavo Santaolalla.