David Sommerstein
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.
Electronic Pow Wow with ‘A Tribe Called Red’
A Tribe Called Red is a Native American DJ collective and they host one of the hottest club nights in Ottawa. They mix electronic dubstep beats with traditional pow wow singing and drumming with a dose of politics.
Former Argentine Junta Leaders Guilty of Baby Theft
Two former leaders during Argentina’s military rule have been found guilty of overseeing the systematic theft of babies from political prisoners.
La Yegros Brings Sensuality to Argentine Music Scene
A unique fusion of glitchy, experimental electronic music and South American folk rhythms is filling dance floors across Europe and the US.
How A Big Mac Can Hide Inflation
Argentina may be facing some serious financial problems. One is an inflation rate as high as 25 percent, but the Argentine government claims the number’s much lower, under 10 percent. And it’s enlisted the world’s most famous hamburger to help make its case.
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