PRI's The World Apr 25, 2012
by The World
The Supreme Court takes up Arizona's controversial immigration law. We will hear about the "work arounds" undocumented immigrants are using to stay in Arizona despite that law. Also, the latest on the apparent defection of two young Cuban actors. Plus, a dose of Cuban heavy metal.
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The Disappearance of Two Young Cuban Actors, Stars of 'Una Noche'
Last week, two Cuban actors, en route to the screening of their film "Una Noche" at the Tribeca film festival in New York, disappeared during a layover in Miami. It has been speculated that the two were defectors. Reporter Susan Stone interviewed the actors during the Berlin International Film...
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Russian Scientists Search for Elusive White Orca Whale
Two years ago Russian researchers spotted what they believe is the only all white, adult killer whale in the North Pacific Ocean. Now the research team plans to explore the region to try to identify and observe the orca named Iceberg.
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China Struggles to End Hostilities along Oil-Rich Sudan Border
China is attempting a delicate balancing act - trying to mediate the explosive dispute between Sudan and the newly independent nation of South Sudan. As The World's Mary Kay Magistad explains to host Marco Werman, China's growing need for oil means it needs to maintain close relations with both...
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US Supreme Court Hears Arguments on Arizona Immigration Law
The US Supreme Court is considering a highly politically charged case to weigh the legality of Arizona's SB1070.
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How Sufi Music Helps Patients in Turkey
Sufi music is being used in Turkish hospitals to calm patients. Reporter Matthew Brunwasser tells us that studies suggest that using music can cut stress quite significantly.
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Israel Celebrates Remembrance Day
Remembrance Day reminds Israelis and Palestinians that they still have a long road to peace.
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Popular Egyptian Comedian Adel Imam Convicted for Offending Islam
On Tuesday, an Egyptian court upheld a conviction against Adel Imam, a popular comedian and actor there. Imam has been sentenced to jail and fined -- convicted of offending Islam in his films. Marco Werman talks to Reporter Ursula Lindsay in Cairo.
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Syrian Activists Get Support From Action Group Avaaz
Over the past year, video shot by activists acting as journalists, has filled out the picture of the conflict in Syria. The action group Avaaz has been instrumental in helping the Syrian opposition behind the scenes. The BBC's Bridget Kendall prepared this report, on the people behind Avaaz.
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PRI's The World Latest Edition Apr 25, 2012
The Supreme Court takes up Arizona's controversial immigration law. We will hear about the "work arounds" undocumented immigrants are using to stay in Arizona despite that law. Also, the latest on the apparent defection of two young Cuban actors. Plus, a dose of Cuban heavy metal.
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Heavy Metal in Havana: Musicians and Fans
Anchor Marco Werman talks with Spin Magazine's David Peisner about the small, but committed community of metal heads in Cuba.
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The Supreme Court takes up Arizona's controversial immigration law. We will hear about the "work arounds" undocumented immigrants are using to stay in Arizona despite that law. Also, the latest on the apparent defection of two young Cuban actors. Plus, a dose of Cuban heavy metal.
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