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PRI's The World Aug 9, 2012
by The World
Looking at the eight-hour murder trial of Gu Kilai, the wife of disgraced Chinese politician Bo Xilai. Then, how Britons will handle the let down when the London Olympics and the Paralympic games come to an end. And a new rule to ensure that Dublin street musicians know at least 20 songs.
Episodes
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In Tough Economic Times, Calls for Greek Church to Pay More
Pressure is growing on Greeks to tighten their belts with calls for the church to pay more.
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Husband of Pussy Riot Band Member says Russian Trial 'Smelled of the Middle Ages'
Pyotr Verzilov is the husband of Nadezhda Tolokonnikova who has been jailed since February along with two other band members of Russian band Pussy Riot. Verzilov has been attending the band's trial for the past couple of weeks. He tells anchor Lisa Mullins that the proceedings reminded some…
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China's High Profile Murder Trial Ends After One Day
The murder trial of the wife of a prominent Chinese politician, who is accused of killing a British businessman, has ended after one day.
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London 2012: When the Party's Over
This summer Britons have feasted on national celebrations including the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee and London's Olympic Games. When the Paralympic Games conclude in a few weeks, Britain will have to get back to reality. And that might not be easy.
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American Efforts to Counter China's Growning Influence in Africa
Host Lisa Mullins speaks with former State Department official Todd Moss about Chinese and US investment in Africa as Secretary of State Hillary Clinton visits the continent this week.
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Foreign Correspondent's Take: No Vacation for US Election Campaigns
People around the world are watching the election campaign here closely. Many want to know how US foreign policy might evolve, while others are simply fascinated by the campaign itself.
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The State of the Palestinian Economy
At first glance, the Palestinian economy appears to be booming: People are out on the streets, and small shops are packed. But the territory is under Israeli military control, and heavily dependent upon international aid.
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PRI's The World Latest Edition Aug 9, 2012
Looking at the eight-hour murder trial of Gu Kilai, the wife of disgraced Chinese politician Bo Xilai. Then, how Britons will handle the let down when the London Olympics and the Paralympic games come to an end. And a new rule to ensure that Dublin street musicians know at least 20 songs.
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New Rules for Dublin Buskers
Buskers or street musicians have to follow a new set of rules if they want to play on the streets of Dublin, Ireland. The city requires that anyone busking has to be able to play at least 20 songs and they can't monopolize the same corner.
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Looking at the eight-hour murder trial of Gu Kilai, the wife of disgraced Chinese politician Bo Xilai. Then, how Britons will handle the let down when the London Olympics and the Paralympic games come to an end. And a new rule to ensure that Dublin street musicians know at least 20 songs.
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Looking at the eight-hour murder trial of Gu Kilai, the wife of disgraced Chinese politician Bo Xilai. Then, how Britons will handle the let down when the London Olympics and the Paralympic games come to an end. And a new rule to ensure that Dublin street musicians know at least 20 songs.
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