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01/27/2012
More Violence in Iraq
There was more violence in Baghdad on Friday, as a suicide bomber detonated a car filled with explosives near a funeral procession in a Shia area.
Returning Vets Honored in St. Louis Parade
The last US troops left Iraq in December. And although suicide attacks and car-bombs are an every day reality there, President Obama has declared the US war in Iraq over. Saint Louis residents have organized a “Welcome Home” vets parade.
Republican Candidates Court Miami’s Cuban Vote
The Republican candidates are in Florida. To capture the state, it’s key to appeal to Hispanic voters. And no Latino group is more important in Florida than Miami’s Cubans.
Maldives Looking At ‘Carbon Neutrality’ by 2020
The government of the Maldives plans to make the Indian Ocean island nation “carbon neutral” by 2020. It’s an effort to set an example for other countries and help avert the possible inundation of much of the country in the face of rising sea levels.
Violence In Syria Escalates
The Syrian army has launched renewed assaults on several cities including Homs and Hama, killing dozens of people, according to activists. The Arab League says there has been a “high escalation” of violence in recent days.
War Crimes Pressure
Anchor Lisa Mullins speaks with former US Ambassador at Large for War Crimes Issues, David Scheffer. He discusses how the possibility of indictment could influence President Bashar al Assad in Syria, and how the actions of the International Criminal Court have affected other conflicts around the globe.
Canadian Lego Man Goes to Space
For the Geo Quiz we’re talking with two Toronto teenagers who launched a Lego man into space.
Desert Island Discs After 70 Years
The BBC radio program “Desert Island Discs” turns 70 this weekend. Each week, a different guest, or castaway, shares his or her musical selections with the audience. The World’s Lisa Mullins has more.
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