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PRI's The World Jun 21, 2012
by The World
A Syrian fighter pilot defects by flying his MiG 21 to Jordan. Uruguay considers legalizing government sales of marijuana to curtail crime. And visiting China's "City of Fire" in the Geo Quiz.
Episodes
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Ceramics from the Porcelain Capital of China
Some of the finest porcelain in the world is made in Jingdezhen, China. There are so many kilns in this city that it's been described as a "city on fire." From craft stores to museums and auction houses, Jingdezhen-ware can be found around the world.
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The Rio Environmental Summit: A Teen's-Eye View
There might be sand in the gears at the official meetings at the UN sustainable development summit in Rio de Janeiro, but there is plenty of action among activists and others outside the building.
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Women Dominate Politics in Mexico Border City
While the fate of its first female presidential candidate will be decided soon, women in politics is nothing new in the conservative, deeply religious country.
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Uruguay Looks to Legalize Marijuana
In an effort to decriminalize drugs, the government is looking to get into the business of selling pot.
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Scottish Schoolgirl's Blog Raises Funds to Feed Malawi Schoolchildren for a Year
In less than two months, Martha's blog has raised $125,000 for schoolchildren in Blantyre, Malawi.
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South Africa Considers Legislation to Give Tribal Courts Authority
The plan faces opposition from an unlikely group - rural women who say tribal courts don't represent their interests.
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The Legacy of the World's First IVF Mother
The British woman who gave birth to the world's first test tube baby has died.
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Getting Weapons to Syrian Rebels
There are more weapons and aid getting to the Syrian rebels these days and it's making a difference on the ground.
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Syrian Pilot Defects to Jordan
A Syrian Air Force colonel flew his fighter jet into Jordan, landed, then requested and received political asylum
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PRI's The World: 21st June, 2012 - Latest Edition
A Syrian fighter pilot defects by flying his MiG 21 to Jordan. Uruguay considers legalizing government sales of marijuana to curtail crime. And visiting China's "City of Fire" in the Geo Quiz.
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Chamber Pop from the British Quartet Field Music
Marius Asp tells us about the latest release from the British group Field Music whose new album "Plumb" is a rich and complex blend of chamber pop with folk, prog rock and power pop.
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A Syrian fighter pilot defects by flying his MiG 21 to Jordan. Uruguay considers legalizing government sales of marijuana to curtail crime. And visiting China's "City of Fire" in the Geo Quiz.
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A Syrian fighter pilot defects by flying his MiG 21 to Jordan. Uruguay considers legalizing government sales of marijuana to curtail crime. And visiting China's "City of Fire" in the Geo Quiz.
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