PRI's The World: April 3, 2013

Episodes

1. 9

   Australian Scientists Feud over Stampeding Dinosaurs

   Almost 100 million years ago in what is today Australia's Outback, a herd of dinosaurs left behind thousands of footprints in what scientists say was a frantic attempt to escape a predator. The fossils are said to be unique in the world. But now some researchers suggest a different interpretation...

   Apr 3, 2013

   7m
2. 8

   The Great British Class Calculator

   A new survey conducted by the BBC is challenging traditional notions of social class in Britain. Instead of the traditional three, sociologists say its more accurate to speak of seven different classes in Britain.

   Apr 3, 2013

   3m
3. 7

   Madonna to Sell Painting 'Three Women at the Red Table' to Support Girls Education

   Madonna has announced plans to auction off a masterpiece painting "Three Women at the Red Table" that she's owned for over 20 years. She says she's doing it to raise money to support girls' education in Afghanistan and Pakistan.

   Apr 3, 2013

   2m
4. 6

   Kidnap and Rape of American Student in Brazil Harkens Back to Delhi Case

   An American woman was gang-raped on a bus in Brazil while her male campanion was beaten. Two Brazilian women have since come out with news that they too were victims of this terrible crime.

   Apr 3, 2013

   4m
5. 5

   In Pakistan, Women Are the Target of Most Disfiguring Acid Attacks

   Last year, in Pakistan, at least 150 acid attacks were reported. Many more are not reported, because victims are pressured by their community to keep quiet. Now, a new law gives acid burn survivors some legal recourse.

   Apr 3, 2013

   8m
6. 4

   Latino Neighborhoods: Improving Health Through Ethnic Pride?

   Latino Americans, especially those who live in Latino neighborhoods, often outlive members of other ethnic groups of the same, or higher, socioeconomic status. Audrey Quinn explains this health phenomenon sometimes called the "barrio advantage."

   Apr 3, 2013

   5m
7. 3

   The Associated Press Scraps Term: 'Illegal Immigrants'

   The Associated Press issued a style ruling this week that symbolizes much in the debate over immigration. It dropped the term "illegal immigrant."

   Apr 3, 2013

   3m
8. 2

   PRI's The World: Latest Edition - 04/03/2013

   The Associated Press formally drops the use of the term "illegal immigrant," reflecting the evolving debate over immigration. Also, a modern-day dispute over pre-historic dinosaur footprint in Australia. And the art of chiming church bells in England.

   Apr 3, 2013

   48m
9. 1

   The Bells of St. Michael the Archangel: A Ringing Tradition Continues in England

   A visit to the rolling hills of South West England, where church bell ringing is both a family tradition, and an art. Ibby Caputo of WGBH has the story from Chagford.

   Apr 3, 2013

   4m