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Archive for November, 2011
Egypt: Election Day Campaigning in Maadi
It’s election day in Egypt. Here is an example of some campaigning in Maadi … a taxi loudspeaker in trunk.
American-Made Contributions to Egypt’s Second Revolution
Canadian Cam Cardow on one of the American-made contributions to Egypt’s second revolution.
Long Lines for Egypt Vote
Egyptians have been lining up at polling stations to vote in the first elections since former President Hosni Mubarak was toppled in February.
What’s at Stake in Egypt
The elections in Egypt have exposed deep rifts between the ruling Military Council and various opposition groups. Anchor Lisa Mullins discusses what’s at stake with Steven Cook, of the Council on Foreign Relations.
DR Congo Poll Amid Delays and Violence
The Democratic Republic of Congo election has been marred by violence and logistical problems. It is the second election since the end of wars in which four million died.
In Romania, Healthcare Sickens
Romania’s healthcare system is in shambles. Critics say a combination of mismanagement, corruption and now the economic crisis makes it harder and harder for people to get good care.
Americans Spend While Others Save
With Cyber Monday upon us, retail sales are up on last year – but is that a good thing?
Pakistanis React to NATO Airstrike at Border Post
Reporter Fahad Desmukh has a story on the reaction to a NATO airstrike on a Pakistani border post over the weekend.
Music Heard on Air for November 28, 2011
Tunes spun on The World between our reports for November 28, 2011. Artists featured are: Etran Finatawa, El Michaels Affair, Forro In The Dark, Gustavo Santaolalla, Toubab Krewe, Bio Ritmo.
Evacuating Pakistan’s Remote Shamsi Airbase
In response to the NATO air strikes over the weekend that killed 24 Pakistani soldiers, Islamabad is demanding that the US vacate a base inside Pakistan used to launch drone attacks in the region. Anchor Lisa Mullins speaks with Spencer Ackerman of Wired.com’s “Danger Room” blog about the base and its strategic value.
Graying of the Peace Corps
The image of the typical Peace Corps volunteer in the public mind is generally a fresh-faced college grad, roughing it out in the jungle somewhere. But the organization is just as interested in volunteers who collect social security as those paying student loans. With the Peace Corps turning 50 this year, reporter Megan Verlee found it’s trying to woo more volunteers its own age.
Sri Lanka Opens First Highway
The Geo Quiz is taking a look at Sri Lanka’s first-ever highway. It runs north-south, connecting two cities 75 miles apart. Can you name those cities?
Montenegrin Classical Guitarist Milos Karadaglic
The World’s Marco Werman introduces us to Montenegrin classical guitarist Milos Karadaglic. He’s 28 and wants the classical guitar to regain its rightful place in symphony halls.
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