Thousands In Pakistan Protest Anti-Islam Movie
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Saturday, September 22, 2012
The Two-Way
World Rhinoceros Day Pokes At A Serious Issue
September 22, 2012 On World Rhino Day, people across the globe celebrate the rhinoceros and raise awareness to save all five species.
Friday, September 21, 2012
Shots - Health News
On The Road To Polio Eradication In Pakistan
September 21, 2012 Pakistan is one of the last three countries to still have entrenched polio. To eradicate the virus, a group of "social mobilizers" travels to hard-hit slums to help overcome social and physical barriers to vaccination.
Thursday, September 20, 2012
Planet Money
Are Chinese Exporters Cheating?
September 20, 2012 When it comes to trade between China and the US, this one complaint comes up a lot. Some people say China is rigging the game in favor of their exports.
World
Father Of Pakistan's Nukes Enters Politics
September 20, 2012 A.Q. Khan is a hero at home for helping build the bomb, and a villain in the West for selling nuclear secrets to Iran and North Korea. Now he's forming a political movement with an eye on looming parliamentary elections.
Wednesday, September 19, 2012
China Offers Glimpse Of Another New Stealth Fighter
September 19, 2012 The leaked photos came just before a visit by U.S. Defense Secretary Leon Panetta. Last year, the Chinese tested a stealth plane while the previous defense secretary, Robert Gates, was visiting. The moves are seen as an attempt by the Chinese to show off their rapidly expanding military technology.
U.S.
Why Does China Want A Mural In Oregon Destroyed?
September 19, 2012 N3This summer, a businessman in an Oregon college town commissioned a huge mural depicting a Tibetan monk setting himself on fire. Soon after the mural went up, the Chinese consulate in San Francisco sent a letter to the city's mayor insisting it be removed before it "tainted" U.S.-China relations.
Tuesday, September 18, 2012
With Honors Awaiting, Aung San Suu Kyi Visits U.S.
September 18, 2012 The opposition leader in Myanmar arrives in the U.S., where she is being feted as if she were a head of state. She will receive honors that include the Congressional Gold Medal.
The Salt
Japanese Sake Makers Shake Off Tradition, Try Brewing Craft Beer
September 18, 2012 Until recently, if you ordered Japanese beer, there weren't many to choose from. But the domination by brewers such as Asahi, Sapporo and Kirin is ebbing. And some longtime sake makers are now devoting part of their breweries to beer.
Monday, September 17, 2012
