Andrea Crossan
Fashion Victims: Tough Working Conditions Caused By Fast Fashion
Quicker turnarounds can mean tough working conditions for textile workers in Asia, Latin American and Eastern Europe.
Pigeon Impossible
For today’s Geo Quiz we want you to identify where Britain’s code breaking operations were based during the Second World War, and the English county where a dead carrier pigeon was discovered with a coded message attached to its leg bone.
Gaza War of Words on Twitter
The battle being waged between Hamas and Israeli forces is also being fought online. Both sides have been using Twitter to convey their political messages.
Canadian Power Workers Lending a Hand on Long Island
Thousands are still without electricity in areas hit by Superstorm Sandy. Among those helping to restore power on Long Island are dozens of Canadian utility workers. Anchor Aaron Schachter speaks with the CBC’s Laura Lynch, who has been spending time with the Canadian crews.
Hurricane Sandy Gets New Yorkers on their Bikes
Transportation has been a huge challenge for New Yorkers this week. Storm flooding shut down parts of New York’s subway system. Roads have been blocked by fallen trees and motorists are scrambling to find gas. But many New Yorkers have been getting around on bikes. Anchor Lisa Mullins speaks with Caroline Samponaro Director of Bicycle Advocacy at Transportation Alternatives in New York City.
Wading in Venice: City Submerged by Flood Waters
Parts of Venice, Italy, including the famous San Marco Square, were flooded this week. A high tide forced tourists to wade through the city in knee-high waters. Water levels are about 55 inches above normal. Anchor Lisa Mullins speaks with Rafael Bras, Provost at Georgia Tech and an expert on Venice flooding and efforts to protect the city.
Epic Journey to the New York City Marathon
New York City’s marathon is scheduled for Sunday but flying in runners from out of town will be tricky.Thousands of amateur runners are registered to run this weekend but many are struggling to get to New York. We hear from three international runners – Runar Gundedrsen in Norway, Dusan Murco in Czech Republic, and Kari Knebel in Germany.
Syrian Toddler Reunited with Family after Being Left During Shelling
It was a happy reunion this week for one Syrian family. A 2-year-old Syrian boy was reunited with his parents after he was inadvertently left behind in Damascus when the family fled shelling, and presumed dead. The family had left Syria and sought asylum in Cyprus when they discovered their son was alive.
Ford Stalls Out in Europe
American car maker Ford is shutting down some plants in Europe. The closings in Belgium and the UK will mean thousands fewer jobs in those countries by 2014. Anchor Marco Werman speaks with BBC’s Jorn Madslien about the changing European auto industry.
Europe gets Silent Treatment During Debate
Europe was barely given a mention during the final Presidential debate. Willem Post is with the Clingendael Institute for International Relations in the Hague. Anchor Marco Werman speaks with Post about the Europe snub.
Modfather Paul Weller’s Dangerous Age
He’s been called the “Modfather.” Paul Weller’s music catalogue dates back to the 1970s and the iconic English punk band The Jam.
#MyFirstConcert: Share Your Experience
We’ve heard from of you since producer Andrea Crossan admitted that the first concert she ever went to was the Canadian band Rush, and that she lied about it for years. Andrea and anchor Marco Werman share some of the many stories we’ve received.
Allegations of Child Sexual Abuse Mount Against Former BBC TV Host
Jimmy Savile was one of Britain’s most popular media personalities. He was a TV host, a DJ and cultural icon all rolled in one. But since he died last year, allegations have been made that Savile was a sexual predator. Anchor Marco Werman talks with Sarah Lyall, the London correspondent for the New York Times.
Latest Guantanamo Court Appearance by Alleged 9/11 Mastermind
A week of pre-trial hearings have begun at the Guantanamo Naval Base for Khalid Sheikh Mohammed, the alleged mastermind of the September 11 attacks.
No Rush
I have to come clean. For most of my adult life I’ve been lying to friends, co-workers, and loved ones. I’ve been dishonest about a crucial milestone in my life [...]
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