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PRI's The World Apr 2, 2012
by The World
The US and other countries face challenges when it comes to supporting the rebels in Syria. China tightens its grip on internet use. And a group of scientists believes they have found evidence of first human-made campfire.
Episodes
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Evidence of Early Use of Fire Found in South Africa Cave
For the Geo Quiz, we are looking for the location of the Wonderwerk Cave, where archaeologists have found evidence of early use of fire.
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Could Filipinos in Las Vegas Wield Political Power?
The population of Asian Americans grew by nearly 50 percent between 2000 and 2010. And nowhere have their numbers swelled more quickly than in Nevada. Much of that growth has been fueled by Filipino immigrants. The World's Jason Margolis looks at this potential voting bloc for the November...
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China Cracks Down on Social Media Sites Over 'Rumors'
Over the weekend, China cracked down on Internet use, including shutting off the comments section of the Chinese version of Twitter - Sina Weibo and Tencent Weibo.
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Former NASL Soccer Star Giorgio Chinaglia Dies at 65
Former Italy soccer international Giorgio Chinaglia has died aged 65 at his home in Florida, friends and former colleagues have confirmed.
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National Democracy Institute Office Closes in Dubai
An American-backed pro-democracy group's office in the United Arab Emirates has been shuttered. The National Democracy Institute, based in Washington, was told its license to operate in Dubai had been revoked.
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Amidst Talk of Militarization, Activists in Syria Vow Non-Violent Resistance
In Istanbul this weekend, the so-called Friends of Syria group met this weekend in Turkey. The members, including Gulf states, the US and European countries, steered clear of backing opposition appeals for arms. But they did agree to pay salaries of rebel fighters seeking to oust President Bashar...
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Washington Inches Closer to Arming Syrian Rebels
The US, Britain and several Arab countries agreed this weekend to send millions of dollars in support to the Syrian opposition. Obeida Nahas is a spokesperson for the opposition Syrian National Council in Instanbul. Nahas says he's pleased with Washington's recent promise to supply the rebels…
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PRI's The World Latest Edition Apr 2, 2012
The US and other countries face challenges when it comes to supporting the rebels in Syria. China tightens its grip on internet use. And a group of scientists believes they have found evidence of first human-made campfire.
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Koite, Boxoum and Mtukudzi Release 'Acoustic Africa in Concert'
Three African musicians hailing from Mali and Zimbabwe got together for a short-tour now documented in the CD.
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After Burma Elections: Time To Lift Sanctions?
A day after elections in Myanmar (also known as Burma), there are calls for the lifting of international sanctions against the government. Anchor Marco Werman speaks with Priscilla Clapp, about the best way forward. Clapp was chief of the US mission in Burma from 1999 to 2002.
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The US and other countries face challenges when it comes to supporting the rebels in Syria. China tightens its grip on internet use. And a group of scientists believes they have found evidence of first human-made campfire.
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