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Archive for September, 2011
The Looming Battle of Sirte
The remaining forces of Muammar Gaddafi have been told to surrender or face the consequences.
France Envisions Strong Role in Libya
French President Sarkozy says France intends to play an increasingly important role in Libya’s path to democracy.
‘Tar Sands’ Protesters Target Obama
Environmentalists say if the Obama administration approves the controversial Keystone XL pipeline, it could be game over for the global climate.
Chavez’s Housing Crunch
Venezuela is struggling with a housing crisis and like before, President Hugo Chavez is promising lots of new construction.
Why the Vancouver Riot Happened
A report looked into why thousands of disappointed hockey fans took to the streets of Vancouver after their team lost the Stanley Cup Finals.
Music Heard on Air for Septembet 2, 2011
Tunes spun on The World between our reports for September2, 2011. Artists featured are: Didginus, Pers Hans, Raghu Dixit, Royksopp, Moriba Koita.
‘Where Soldiers Come From’ Follows Young Men Before and After War
A preview of the film “Where US Soldiers Come From.”
How One Soldier Changed After Iraq and Afghanistan
Goodwin, full of love for country, decided to enlist after the 9/11 attacks.
Why Space Junk Needs to be Taken Seriously
Report by the NRC suggests it’s time to take space junk seriously.
Russian Company Plans to Thrill With Space Hotel
A Russian company says it will create an orbital hotel within five years and send space tourists to Mars by 2030.
Salon Tango Championships in Argentina
Name the historic arena in Argentina’s capital, Buenos Aires that held the finals of the World Tango Championships this week.
Difficult Times For Libyan Families
Marco Werman talks with retired doctor Hussein Senussi in Tripoli, and his son Nizar (pictured) in Chicago.
Gaddafi’s Supporters in Africa
He still has supporters in Africa, including former Ugandan dictator Idi Amin’s daughter.
Deportees Wives Club
A growing number of American-born women married to deported men are sharing their experience through blogs.
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