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Terakaft: The Next Generation of Mali’s Desert Bluesmen
Mali has been split into two for the past few months, ever since rebels took over the northern part of the country. One casualty has been Mali’s previously vibrant music scene. Reporter Mirissa Neff spoke about the situation with members of Terakaft, a music group that hails from Mali’s north.
Packaging You Can Eat
Have you ever eaten a cocktail? Held a mouthful of juice in your hand? A team of chefs, chemists, and designers has come up with a way for you to do just that. They’ve created a biodegradable shell that can enclose ice cream, mousses, cheeses, and liquids. Ari Daniel Shapiro of our partner program NOVA reports.
Audra Ang: A Food Journey through Modern China
Reporter Audra Ang speaks with Lisa Mullins about her new book: “To The People Food Is Heaven: Stories of Food and Life in a Changing China.”
Putin Swapping Mercedes for Russian-Made Zil Limousine
Russian President Vladimir Putin is trading in his current ride, a Mercedes Benz, for a Russian-made Zil limousine.
Celebrating Eid al-Adha in Libya’s Ruins
Muslims around the world recently celebrated Eid al-Adha, the “Feast of Sacrifice.” Correspondent Marine Olivesi spent the holiday with Libyan families who have moved in to the ruins of the old regime – quite literally.
South African President Zuma Drops Case Over Zapiro’s ‘Rape’ Cartoon
In South Africa, a four-year saga over a political cartoon is over, and the winner appears to be the cartoonist, Zapiro, the pen name of Jonathan Shapiro. Sunday President Jacob Zuma announced he was dropping all charges against Zapiro and a local newspaper The Sunday Times, over a cartoon published in 2008.
Mexican Village Fed Up With Gangs and Illegal Loggers, Sets Up Own Government
An indigenous village in Mexico got fed up with gangs and illegal loggers acting with impunity. So they kicked them out, kicked out their local authorities and set up their own government. And some other villages are looking at it too. Reporter Annie Murphy has the story.
HMS Bounty Falls Victim to Hurricane Sandy
Two crewmen are missing at sea after the tall ship, HMS Bounty, was abandoned off Cape Hatteras. The ship was built in 1960 for the Marlon Brando movie, “Mutiny on the Bounty”. The captain abandoned ship after the pumps failed in heavy seas. Anchor Lisa Mullins speaks with former sailor, Kelsey Freeman.
Fijian Band Rosiloa Keeps Culture Alive Through Music
Although Fiji is known for its scenic landscapes and beaches, the country has also struggled over the past few decades. Four military coups have taken place since 1987. And the effects of modernization are visible on the country’s land and coral reefs. Reporter Michael Rhee visited a Fijian band Rosiloa on the main island of Viti Levu who are trying to keep their culture alive.
Jollibee: A Taste of Home for Filipinos
For Filipinos in the US, there’s a quick way to go home — eating at a Jollibee. It’s fast food — hamburgers, hotdogs, shakes, but with a Filipino flavor. While it may seem like American fast food, back home Jollibee has beat McDonald’s at its own game. Reporter Aurora Almendral of Feet in 2 Worlds reports from a Jollibee in Jersey City, New Jersey.
‘Memory Projects’ to Honor the Victims of Violence in Colombia and Mexico
Mexico and Colombia have a shared experience of brutal conflict fueled by drug trafficking. And in both countries, the families of victims have had to overcome taboos about speaking out to remember what happened and honor the memory of those killed. But so-called “memory projects” in Colombia have made some inroads could offer some guidance for activists trying to create such projects in Mexico.
Chinese Authorities Ban Ai Weiwei’s ‘Gangnam Style’ Video
Chinese dissident artist Ai Weiwei has gone ‘Gangnam Style’, creating a parody of the viral video hit performed by South Korean rap sensation PSY. And it stumped Chinese censors… for a bit, until they decided to block Internet access to the video.
Remembering Indian Comedian Jaspal Bhatti
Bhatti’s popular TV series “Flop Show” is best remembered for addressing the problems of the middle class in a satiric, quirky way.
In Turkey, President Barack Obama in 55 Layers of Pastry
Baked at the height of international euphoria about the Obama presidency, the “Baracklava” spends more time on its shelf at the back of the shop these days. It usually only comes out for American tourists.
Long-Running Jerusalem Dispute Heats Up Again
After years of restrictions, some Jewish Israelis are now calling for freer access to Temple Mount, which the Muslims refer to as Noble Sanctuary.
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