Afghanistan
NATO Buzzword: 'Sustainment' In Afghanistan
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Behind The Shades: Slash Tries To 'Figure This Thing Out'
()The former lead guitarist of the legendary band Guns N' Roses is a musician with a sound and look all his own. After all the success — and vice — Slash says he's still a work in progress.
Africa
After A Free Fall, Zimbabwe Finds A Bit Of Stability()
May 20, 2012 Zimbabwe suffered out-of-control inflation four years ago, and it ravaged an economy already in decline. Today, the economy has stabilized and the shops are full, though many Zimbabweans are still struggling.
Africa
Back To School, Despite Sudanese Violence()
May 20, 2012 Long years of civil war, exile and displacement as refugees have disrupted South Sudan's education system. They're still catching up nearly a year after independence from — and renewed conflict with — Sudan.
Sunday Puzzle
Initially Famous 2: Electric Boogaloo()
May 20, 2012 This week's on-air challenge is a twist on "Characteristic Initials." We will gives clues for some famous people, past and present. The initial letters of the clues are also the initials of the answers.
Monkey See
TV Networks Hope Familiar Faces Bring Viewers To New Fall Shows()
May 20, 2012 On Sunday's Weekend Edition, a discussion about the familiar faces coming to fall television, including Matthew Perry, Connie Britton, and Vanessa Williams.
Asia
After Chinese Activist's Arrival, Rest And Relief()
May 20, 2012 U.S. diplomats can breathe a little easier knowing Chen Guangcheng is in the U.S. and the weeks of difficult negotiations and high drama are behind them. Chen arrived Saturday with his wife and two children in New York, where he has a fellowship to study.
Europe
Euros Not Austerity: Can Greece Have It Both Ways?()
May 20, 2012 Most Greeks want to keep the euro as their currency. Most also want to cancel the eurozone-imposed austerity measures that come with the billions in international bailout loans keeping the country solvent. This dilemma has paralyzed both the country's politics and its people.
Movies
From Borat To Aladeen, Laughter Is Cohen's Goal()
May 20, 2012 From bumbling interviews as Borat to taking off his clothes in front of Rep. Ron Paul as Bruno, there isn't much actor Sacha Baron Cohen won't do for a laugh. The story of his latest persona, Admiral General Hafez Aladeen, might seem inspired by recent revolutions in North Africa and the Middle East, but he insists the character was in development before the Arab Spring.
