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Archive for October, 2011
South Korea’s Youth Not Interested in Reunification
Young South Koreans don’t really care that much about reuniting with North Korea. So the government in Seoul has started an online video channel to get them interested.
Russia’s Medvedev: ‘Badminton Fosters Success’
Russia President Dmitry Medvedev has used a video blog to promote badminton, describing it as a game for those seeking success.
Music Heard on Air for October 26, 2011
Tunes spun on The World between our reports for October 26, 2011. Artists featured are: Yoshida Brothers, Mory Kante, Moriba Koita.
What Now After the Apparent Demise of Basque Terrorist Group ETA?
In Spain, the possibility that nearly 50 years of terrorism may be over is causing shockwaves. Politicians of all stripes are claiming credit for the apparent demise of the Basque terrorist group known as ETA. The World’s Gerry Hadden reports from Barcelona.
Former IRA Member Martin McGuinness Makes Irish Presidential Bid
Martin McGuinness a former IRA member and now a minister for Sinn Fein in Northern Ireland is making a bid for Ireland’s presidency. Reporter Dan Damon tells host Lisa Mullins the families of those killed by the IRA don’t appreciate McGuinness’ interest in putting the past behind him.
Why Chinese Mineral Buyers are Eyeing Congo
A US law aimed at getting the military and armed groups out of Congo’s mineral mines is having an unintended effect American and European companies that can’t certify that Congo minerals are “conflict-free” are pulling out. And Chinese mineral buyers are moving in.
Indian Computer Operator Hits Jackpot
We’re looking for the world’s newest millionaire for the Geo Quiz: An economically backward state in eastern India might not be the first place you’d look for a new millionaire.
American Jazz Singer Kurt Elling and Denmark’s Kluvers Big Band
The World’s Adeline Sire has a story on a collaboration between American jazz singer Kurt Elling and the Kluvers Big Band from Denmark. They’re touring the US together for the first time.
Gaddafi ‘buried in desert grave’
The bodies of former Libyan leader Muammar Gaddafi, his son Mutassim and a top aide have been buried in secret in the desert, Libyan officials say.
Recovering Ousted Tunisian President Ben Ali’s Assets
Lisa Mullins talks with the Swiss lawyer who has been hired by the Tunisian government to recover assets from former Tunisian President Ben Ali.
Greeks Fed Up With Austerity
Many Greeks have had enough of the austerity measures intended to keep the country from defaulting. Some of them are starting to say “No.”
Early Intervention for Kids in Guatemala Gangs
A youth program in Guatemala City reaches out to at-risk kids before they become involved in gang violence.
Pakistani Band Beygairat Brigade Serves up Satire with ‘Aalu Anday’
A newly formed Pakistani band is gaining YouTube popularity with a song that a uses a Pakistani side dish as a metaphor for what the Pakistani government is giving its people.
Slideshow: American Tourist Photographs Closed North Korea
Host Lisa Mullins speaks with Sam Gellman, who took some rare photos of life in North Korea. Gellman recently toured North Korea as a tourist and his photos have received almost a million visits on online.
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