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Another hummus record

By The World ⋅ January 8, 2010 ⋅ Post a comment ⋅ Transcript

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Israel has taken the upper hand in a different kind of Mideast conflict: cooks in a town near Jerusalem have whipped up more than four metric tons of hummus, the chickpea paste that is a staple for many in the region. The cooks doubled the previous record for the world’s biggest serving of hummus, set in October by cooks in Lebanon. Aaron Schachter checks out the culinary delights. Download MP3

HaBanot Nechama

By The World ⋅ January 7, 2010 ⋅ 4 comments ⋅ Transcript

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A group of three women singer-songwriters are reviving the folk movement in Israel. The trio isHaBanot Nechama and The World’s Aaron Schachter introduces us to them.

Israelis protest construction freeze

By The World ⋅ December 10, 2009 ⋅ One comment ⋅ Transcript

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The World’s Aaron Schachter reports on growing anger among Jewish settlers over Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s decision to temporarily freeze construction in West Bank settlements.

Karzai rival continues criticism

By The World ⋅ November 4, 2009 ⋅ Post a comment ⋅ Transcript

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Afghan President Hamid Karzai’s main presidential opponent Abdullah Abdullah, who dropped out of the run-off election, today questioned the legitimacy of the Karzai government. The World’s Aaron Schachter reports.

Istanbul struggles with gentrification

By The World ⋅ October 27, 2009 ⋅ Post a comment ⋅ Transcript

Some of Istanbul’s old neighborhoods are struggling to modernize. The Turkish government is razing buildings to make way for new homes. But in the process, some argue, the original character of the neighborhoods is being destroyed, along with the fabric of the communities that live there. Aaron Schachter reports from Istanbul. (Audio available after 5PM Eastern)

Climate change threatens Cyprus with drought

By The World ⋅ October 22, 2009 ⋅ Post a comment ⋅ Transcript

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A recent study suggests that the Mediterranean island of Cyprus runs the risk of becoming more like a desert by the end of this century from the effects of climate change. The World’s Aaron Schachter has details.

Mid East on peace prize announcement

By The World ⋅ October 9, 2009 ⋅ Post a comment ⋅ Transcript

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Reaction to President Obama winning the Nobel Peace Prize is mixed in the Middle East. The World’s Aaron Schachter reports.

Middle East and nukes

By The World ⋅ September 24, 2009 ⋅ Post a comment ⋅ Transcript

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Iran’s nuclear posturing has inspired some of its neighbors to pursue their own nuclear programs. Some experts say such programs could provide cover for the development of nuclear weapons in the region. Others aren’t so sure. The World’s Aaron Schachter has the story.

Investors find safety in Beirut

By The World ⋅ September 21, 2009 ⋅ Post a comment ⋅ Transcript

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Lebanon is enjoying a boom in its real estate and banking industries. The World’s Aaron Schachter reports that the country’s success is due to smart banking practices and the the high price tag for land.

Lebanon’s prime minister steps down

By The World ⋅ September 10, 2009 ⋅ Post a comment ⋅ Transcript

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Lebanon’s prime minister-designate Saad al-Hariri announced today he was stepping down after failing to form a government with rival groups. Hariri blamed the Hezbollah-led opposition for blocking his efforts. The World’s Aaron Schachter reports.

Vetting journalists before they can be embedded

By The World ⋅ August 27, 2009 ⋅ Post a comment ⋅ Transcript

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schachter-embed150 The Pentagon is using a Washington public relations firm to “profile” journalists who embed with U.S. forces. Host Katy Clark speaks with Howard Witt, editor at Stars & Stripes. The paper has covered the story. The World’s Aaron Schachter (pictured) was recently embedded with US troops in Afghanistan. >>>He filed this story

Pentagon collects info on embedded reporters

By The World ⋅ August 27, 2009 ⋅ Post a comment ⋅ Transcript

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The military newspaper “Stars & Stripes” reports that the Pentagon has asked a public relations firm to profile journalists embedded with U.S. forces and rate the tone of their coverage. Anchor Katy Clark finds out more from “Stars and Stripes” editor Howard Witt.

Water polo in Afghanistan

By The World ⋅ August 12, 2009 ⋅ Post a comment ⋅ Transcript

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Afghanistan isn’t just choosing a new president this month. It’s also selecting a new Olympic team. The World’s Aaron Schachter spends time with some of Afghanistan’s would-be water polo Olympians.

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The CNN of Afghanistan

By The World ⋅ August 11, 2009 ⋅ Post a comment ⋅ Transcript

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Afghanistan is gearing up for a presidential election next week. And Afghanistan’s Tolo TV will be on the scene with CNN-style coverage. They will have reporters on the scene and exit polling. The World’s Aaron Schachter reports.

A skateboarding park

By The World ⋅ August 7, 2009 ⋅ One comment ⋅ Transcript

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Bigflips, air and ollies figure in today’s Geo Quiz. In the world of skateboarding: to air means to jump or ollie, like off of something like a ramp. The sport’s only been around since the forties and fifties. The city we’re looking for in today’s quiz … in contrast …. dates back some 3,000 years. >>>Click here to watch a video