Archive for January, 2013
Yair Lapid and the New Face of Israeli Politics
One of the big surprises with Israel’s election on Tuesday was second-place finisher, Yair Lapid [...]
PRI’s The World: 01/23/2013 (Russia, Australia, Spain)
US pilots practice flying drones over New York state, raising questions about civilian privacy. Also, we examine Hillary Clinton’s legacy as Secretary of State, as she prepares to step down. Plus, turmoil at Moscow’s Bolshoi Ballet in the wake of an acid attack against the artistic director there.
Military Practices Flying Drones Over Northern New York
The drones that fly over Afghanistan are generally piloted by people sitting in the United States. Those pilots also fly training missions over domestic skies. That’s the case in northern New York. North Country Public Radio’s David Sommerstein reports on the fuzzy line between military preparation and a creepy eye in the sky.
The Skies Could Fill With (small) Unmanned Aircraft
Drones aren’t just used for spying and dropping bombs. The civil applications for unmanned aircraft are numerous, from spreading seeds on fields to delivering medical supplies to remote areas. The World’s Jason Margolis has more.
How War Should Be
Across the world, a sub-set of men will settle down this week to watch clips or perhaps the whole of the movie, “Zulu,” pegged to the anniversary of a battle long ago, Jan 22-23, 1879 [...]
Author Teju Cole: Twitter Strike on Drones
Thursday, Anchor Marco Werman speaks with Nigerian-American author Teju Cole, about a series of literary-inspired short stories about drones that Cole posted recently on Twitter. Here, Cole reads some of his tweets.
British Soldiers, American War – Book Review
War is full of dirty little secrets. The World’s History Editor, Chris Woolf reviews “British Soldiers, American War: Voices of the American Revolution.”
Women Cab Drivers in New Delhi
The gang rape and murder of a young woman in India’s capital in December has exposed what many women in Delhi already knew — it’s dangerous for women to get around there on public transportation. There are solutions for women who can afford it, including a small taxi service for women, driven by women.
A Day With One of Delhi’s Only Female Auto Rickshaw Drivers
Sunita Chaudhary is one of Delhi’s only auto rickshaw drivers. The World’s Sonia Narang filmed a day in the life with this woman driver.
The India-Pakistan Conflict in a Philly Cab
Indian-American reporter Deepak Singh recalls an unusual cab ride on a December morning in Philadelphia.
Music Heard on Air for January 23, 2013
Tunes spun on The World between our reports for January 23, 2013. Artists featured are: Baaba Maal & Mansour Seck, Ali Akbar Kahn, Nogabe Randriaharimalala, Lamine Konte, Oki Dub Ainu Band, Migical Strings: Philip and Pam Boulding, Malombo, Ali Farka Toure, Ry Cooder.
Clinton Confronts Her Critics on Capitol Hill
US Secretary of State Hillary Clinton testified on Capitol Hill in what is expected to be her last appearance before lawmakers as America’s top diplomat. Steve Clemons, the editor-at-large of The Atlantic Monthly discusses Clinton’s legacy at the helm of the State Department.
Working the Oil Fields of Africa
The growing demand for Africa’s natural resources has meant work for experienced energy industry experts, including many from the US and Canada.
Toxic Turmoil at the Bolshoi
Moscow’s famous Bolshoi Ballet appointed a new temporary artistic director this week. A former ballerina will take the place of Sergei Filin, who was viciously attacked with acid last week. Anchor Marco Werman speaks with journalist Anna Nemtsova in Moscow about the latest on the investigation and the reportedly toxic atmosphere at the Bolshoi.
Gary the Goat Gets Day in Court
A magistrate in Australia has dismissed charges against a goat named Gary. The goat was booked by Sydney police for eating flowers outside a museum.
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